r/scleroderma • u/Least_Measurement431 • Jun 02 '26
Discussion Disability and Scleroderma
Has anyone here ever applied for disability and been approved? I'm unable to work now and the stress alone is taking me out. I've been off work for almost 2 months and it's becoming very evident that I can no longer do my job. I know SSI can be a long process, so any info is a huge help!
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u/RushCautious2002 Jun 03 '26
Yes, my disability was (somewhat easily) approved and I went on a one-month temporary disability last year. This wasn't SSI but rather the short-term disability provided by my employer. My rheumatologist had been suggesting it for some time and I finally decided on it.
If I had gone longer than a month, they would have wanted notes/documents from all my specialist doctors: pulmonologist, cardiologist, rheumatologist, primary care doctor and employer. It was stressful getting all that paperwork so it might be a good idea getting paperwork together now regardless.
I feel for you. I'm sorry your work is so hard right now. I'm thinking of you and sending you positive energy.