Serious health issues can limit your ability to perform daily tasks, and when certain types of medical conditions affect your ability to work, you may be able to receive disability benefits through Social Security. Crohn’s disease is a condition that can drastically affect a person’s overall health and well-being. If you suffer from this disease, and you are concerned about whether you will have the financial resources to provide for your family’s needs, you will need to work with an attorney to determine whether you qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
Social Security Disability for Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Crohn’s disease is a chronic condition with no known cure, and it can affect any part of the digestive system. It most often affects the small or large intestines, and a person may experience a gradual worsening of symptoms over time, or they may have a sudden onset of pain and discomfort. Symptoms may come in cycles, and a person may be affected temporarily and then experience periods of remission, or the effects of the disease may be persistent and ongoing.
During an “attack” of Crohn’s disease, a person will often experience fevers, abdominal cramps, fatigue, diarrhea, and bloody stool. A loss of appetite over long periods may lead to significant weight loss, and a person may also suffer from ulcers, kidney stones, inflammation of the joints or skin, or anemia. In serious cases, Crohn’s disease may lead to a fistula or a fissure in the anus.
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