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Development of Multiple Sclerosis Inside and Outside of the Brain

In a report from Medline Plus, a new study shows that multiple sclerosis (MS) may develop from the outside of the brain and move inward. If MS becomes debilitating, it could lead to the need for Social Security disability benefits.

The possible origination of MS could be the gray matter, which covers the brain (cortex) and the fluid which cushions and surrounds it. Whereas it has always been assumed it starts in the white matter that makes up the core of the brain.

The cortex plays a role in attention, memory, and other components of the nervous system. These can become impaired with MS. While experts have always known of the impact MS can have on this area of the brain, this is the first time they’re seeing that it could also be where it starts.

This condition affects approximately 400,000 people in the U.S. and can cause disabling symptoms such as dizziness, tremors, weakness, fatigue, numbness, vision problems, and paralysis; however, these new findings could lead to changes in the way MS is diagnosed and how it’s treated.

If you’ve been diagnosed with MS or any other severe condition that has severely impaired your ability to function, then you could qualify to receive Social Security disability benefits. To learn if you’re eligible, you should speak as soon as possible to a Georgia Social Security disability attorney.

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.