Articles
Articles
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What Types of Skin Infection Count as a Disability for Social Security?
Severe, recurring skin infections may qualify as a disabling skin condition.
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Getting Social Security Disability Benefits for Psoriasis or Psoriatic Arthritis
If you have severe psoriasis and joint pain, you might be able to get disability benefits.
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Can I Get Disability for Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
If you suffer from chronic hidradenitis suppurativa (a severe acne-like disease), you may be able to get Social Security disability benefits.
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Getting Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI or SSI) for Eczema
If your eczema is extensive and makes it difficult to walk or use your hands, you might qualify for disability benefits.
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Can I Get Disability Benefits for Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer or melanoma that has spread to other parts of the body may qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
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Can I Get Disability Benefits for Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)?
Severe cases of hyperhidrosis that don't respond to treatment may be disabling.
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Getting Disability for Soft Tissue Injuries or Burns
Burns and other soft tissue injuries often heal in a relatively short amount of time, but after healing, scar tissue across joints and skin can cause lasting functional limitations in the use of one's hands, arms, or legs.
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Dupuytren's Contracture: Can I Get Disability Benefits?
Dupuytren’s contracture may not affect a person’s strength, but if you aren't able to use your hands effectively, you can get disability benefits.
Resources
Resources
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Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability: Getting & Keeping Your Benefits
Nolo's disability guide, written by a medical doctor and former chief medical consultant to Social Security, covers how to get disability for skin disorders in great detail. The book has comprehensive information on each skin disease, defines Social Security terms like "extensive skin lesions," and offers insider tips that will help you win disability, such as taking photos of your skin lesions.
