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Risk of Cutaneous Melanoma for Patients with Previous Cancer

In a report from Medline Plus, the risk of cutaneous melanoma may be increased in patients with previous cancer. With the diagnosis of cancer, an individual may be unable to work while undergoing treatment and recovery. During this time, long-term disability benefits could be available.

Cutaneous melanoma is one of the more aggressive types of skin cancer to develop. It is the seventh most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in women and the fifth in men. It is also a type of cancer that has been increasing.

A new study finds that individuals, who were previously diagnosed with melanoma, had a greater chance of developing cutaneous melanoma; however, that risk was also increased in individuals who had other types of cancer such as breast, prostate, leukemia, and lymphoma.

Additionally, the elevated risk was found to remain for over a 15-year period of time. It raises awareness to the need for careful monitoring of a patient.

You may need to find support through a Georgia long-term disability attorney if you have questions or concerns regarding your eligibility for disability benefits. If your claim was denied or you need help with the initial filing of your application, it may be in your best interests to seek legal counsel.

Long-term disability benefits may be available to those who have purchased a disability plan from a private insurer or have coverage through an employer. Unfortunately, the insurers don’t make it easy for the disabled to get access to the benefits they deserve.

When a severe medical condition makes it impossible for you to work and you’ve been denied your long-term disability benefits, an attorney from LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. can help you cut through the red tape and fight for your benefits, no matter where you live in the U.S! Contact a Georgia long-term disability attorney today – 1-888-234-5758.