Applying for disability with Epilepsy
Epilepsy can affect people of all ages. It is characterized by unpredictable seizures and can cause other health problems. Epilepsy is a spectrum condition with symptoms and seizure types that vary widely from person-to-person. The Social Security Administration evaluates epilepsy according to the type, frequency, duration, and nature of the seizures. Because epileptic seizures can often be controlled with anticonvulsant medications, you will need to prove that despite taking your medication as prescribed for at least three months, you are still unable to work due to your disease. If you are applying for benefits due to epilepsy the SSA will want to see: -a diagnosis of epilepsy -a treatment history, including medications and other treatments and how they have affected your seizures -a statement from your doctor backing up your descriptions of the nature and frequency of your seizures -EEG results -a record detailing the frequency of your past seizures -a comprehensive description of y...