What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome GBS

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), is an acquired immune-mediated inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nervous system (i.e. not the brain or spinal cord). The pathologic hallmark of...

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Has anyone with GBS filed for SS disability? Did you encounter any roadblocks getting approval?
Posted on 10/18/09, 01:10 am
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Reply #1 - 10/19/09  10:19am
" I applied and was turned down, which is what I understand they do to everyone at first. We applied for an appeal hearing April 1st. I am still waiting. Good Luck "
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Reply #2 - 11/07/09  11:14pm
" I got approved for SS it took time and they go over everything if one piece of paper isn't filled out they deny right away, but your doctor should be able to help you out with what you need. Good Luck:) "
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Reply #3 - 11/08/09  7:14am
" I was lucky and got mine 7 months later. I didn't have a lawyer but also had cardio and vascular problems. I printed everything I could find about GBS and included it with my forms. Good luck! "

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