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Gallbladder Cancer is on Compassionate Allowances List

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is continually adding medical conditions to the Compassionate Allowances program, which expedites the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits. One of the first conditions to be added to this list was gallbladder cancer.

Gallbladder cancer begins in the gallbladder, which is located in the upper right area of the abdomen. The disease is uncommon and carries few obvious symptoms, which means most people are treated too late. The Mayo Clinic said many of the symptoms could be mistaken for another medical issue. Common signs of gallbladder disease include:  

• Bloating
• Pain in the upper right area of the stomach
• Loss of appetite and subsequent weight loss
• Itchiness
• Constant nausea
• Jaundice
• Fever

 Early diagnosis of gallbladder cancer is key to a successful treatment. The condition is more common in women and for aging populations. If you fall into the at-risk category and have experienced these symptoms, it's recommended that you visit a doctor as soon as possible. If you have already been diagnosed with gallbladder cancer, contact a lawyer to begin your application for disability benefits and ask your attorney about the Compassionate Allowances program.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida disability lawyers, LaVan & Neidenberg, represent over 5000 disability claimants. Our disability attorneys have experience with cross examining agency-appointed medical and vocational experts and take time when speaking with you about your disability claim. Call us today at 1-888-234-5758 for a FREE legal consultation. There is NO OBLIGATION to hire our firm and there are NO FEES unless one of our trained disability lawyers wins your case.