There are two sides to Social Security, I found this by talking to my caseworker during my interview. There is medical disability and just plain old SSI if you are able to keep working minimal hours. I am still able to work 10-15 hours a week, so far. I work at home so that makes it a bit easier for me. While I only applied for medical disability, my caseworker said it looks like I may be denied for that, it is very hard to get and I would have to not working for at least 6 months and it could take up to 2 years in appeals to receive. But he wondered why I checked off SSI on my application - he said that is what I have the easiest chance of getting approved for. So he applied for that for me. I'm now waiting on my decision which could take 60-120 days. When applying, apply for both. there should be that SSI option on your app.
Hey Bball,
I never had any neuro issues prior to the rupture. The only experience I had even similar was my left foot would, on occasion, fall a bit heavier than the right. I had no other issues and the experience was only temporary, so I would dismiss it.
I would certainly see a neurosurgeon regarding your AVM. Have him look at a recent CT and see what he says. My surgery had to be done. Like you, I was active my whole life and now I have to change gears in a huge way. As for the 2x vision, time will tell. Maybe vision therapy helps as it is supposed to self-correct. Maybe I have eye-muscle surgery done. As for flying, I have no plans to return. Even if the eyes correct, there is still the balance.
Good luck and be well. See the neurosurgeon.
Greg
Cynthia- I was just diagnosed last Friday(June 15) with a pre rupture AVM. At 65 I guess I should feel blessed I've never had a major rupture. Now as I begin to educate myself I feel sure I have had small bleeds thru the years as I think to some of the medical issues I've had. Ive been all over the web and this great site seeking information...seems treatment of these things vary greatly with varying results. I think the brain is still a hard thing for even the best neuordocs to treat with great consistency of outcome. I have relatives in Houston and have been corresponding with folks who were treated there and are totally sold on their physicians....best of luck in your situation...like you I'm just beginning the process as well. bballokie(Mike)
Greg- at 42 you seem very young to me at 65...LOL. Looking back it seems when I was 42 was eons ago....I'm betting you regain your solid vision as the brain re-wires itself so to speak. I would also think you would begin to regain your balance as time goes by as well...maybe just wishful thinking as that is my primary issue as well. Thanks for getting back to me.....the more communication we all have the more knowledge we gain....bballokie
thank you thats very good info. i have applied and waiting to hear my first response. how are you feeling now days? have you tried any treatments?
sorry i didnt reply sooner im new to the site and well i get confused. you know some days are better than others. i am a little reluctant to have a procedure but i guess your right he neurosurgeon will break it down for me. Were you ever scared? How have you dealt with giving up your profession? Giving mine up so far ha been sad i have loved being a hairstylist for 26 years. I guess the good Lord will have something new for me.
thanks for sharing Cynthia
I feel your frustration! I hope you have some good people in your life to support you through this. Maybe if enough of us are out there applying they will take it serious. Let me know if you learn any tricks and i will do the same .
I hope this finds you in good spirits
Cynthia
Thanks for the info I will look into that. How are feeling?
do you mind shraring your symptoms? The reason I asked is mine is also pre-rupture and some of the docs say the headaches etc.arent necessarilly related.