Postpolio Syndrome
Sometimes, even though you had polio and recovered, the delayed effects of polio have now caused an obvious impairment. The Social Security Administration will look at your ability to move around, ability to walk, difficulty with swallowing, difficulty with breathing or problems with your speech. Other symptoms can also affect your ability to work such as joint or muscle pain, muscle atrophy, fatigue, and intolerance to cold. Mental problems may also be related to the delayed effects of polio. Problems with attention or concentration are possible with this syndrome. Old medical records showing the original diagnosis of polio should be presented to the Social Security Administration. It is always helpful to present a report by your neurologist stating that you currently are suffering from postpolio symptoms.
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Greg is a trial attorney in Wilmington with over 30 years of experience. Greg was born and raised in southeastern North Carolina. Before law school he managed a store with employees making a payroll every week. His first job out of law school was as an Assistant District Attorney investigating and trying cases for the State of North Carolina. Through the years he has handled many different types of cases – including death penalty cases.
Being married with children has been a blessing and a challenge, but has served him well in understanding the problems individuals and families face as they live out their lives. Greg believes that each case is different and the needs of each client are unique, but there are certain themes of life that we all share.
