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2 Types of Muscular Dystrophy May Increase Risk of Cancer

According to the National Institutes of Health, 2 types of muscular dystrophy may have an increased risk of cancer. If you have become disabled due to a severe medical condition, you may qualify to receive Social Security disability benefits.

There are 2 types—type 1 and type 2—of myotonic muscular dystrophy, which have certain genetic changes that could be linked to benign and malignant tumors. Research finds that those with these 2 types of muscular dystrophy had twice the risk of cancer when compared to the general population.

The types of cancers most often linked were the brain, colon, ovaries, and endometrium. When cancer of the genital organs was excluded, the risk was the same for males and females.

The study had some limitations and factors that weren’t accounted for. So these will be further investigated in additional studies to come.

Muscular dystrophy can become a debilitating condition. Whether you are suffering from this type of muscle weakening condition or another severe health problem, Social Security disability benefits could be available.

To learn what your rights are, you would benefit in speaking to a Plantation Social Security disability attorney as soon as possible. An attorney may also be able to help you with the necessary paperwork and collection of evidence.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you’re ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what’s most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.