I have been diagnosed with MS, and will likely be headed to MEB pretty soon. I was hoping someone could answer a few questions for me. First, would it be safe to say that the entire process will likely take 12-18 months being in that I will have to undergo many examinations? I imagine it depends on my symptoms, which leads me to my next question. I have a lot of symptoms going on and I have reviewed the ratings table for neurological issues but many things are unclear. If someone could give me a rough idea on the associated rating dissabilty in accordance to my symptoms that would be great.
1. MS - I know this is a minimum 30% which is ridiculous.
2. Extreme pain in both hands. I can barely use my left hand and the right is almost as bad. Just typing this email and things like washing my hair are becoming challenging. I would think this is pretty severe and not mild. It is the reason I am no longer able to due my duties. Not sure of %.
3. Pain in feet - I can walk but nothing farther than a parking lot. Running is no longer possible. Not sure about this one either. Anytime my body core temp rises my body just goes either numb or painful pins and needles.
4. Urge to pee- at least every couple of hours regardless if I have anything. I think this is 20%
5. Vertigo- this is a new symptom and is happening often. I have no idea what the % is.
6. Fatigue - I'm having issues with complete lack of energy, unable to remember things, unable to concentrate or have in depth conversations, social anxiety, and even hearing loss. I'm not sure about any of this stuff.
I'm really worried about this as I have a family I'm financially responsible for. I have 9 years AD with multiple degrees, but feel like nobody will want to hire me. I can't work in the heat and I can barely use my (one) hand. Any help would be great.
1. MS - I know this is a minimum 30% which is ridiculous.
2. Extreme pain in both hands. I can barely use my left hand and the right is almost as bad. Just typing this email and things like washing my hair are becoming challenging. I would think this is pretty severe and not mild. It is the reason I am no longer able to due my duties. Not sure of %.
3. Pain in feet - I can walk but nothing farther than a parking lot. Running is no longer possible. Not sure about this one either. Anytime my body core temp rises my body just goes either numb or painful pins and needles.
4. Urge to pee- at least every couple of hours regardless if I have anything. I think this is 20%
5. Vertigo- this is a new symptom and is happening often. I have no idea what the % is.
6. Fatigue - I'm having issues with complete lack of energy, unable to remember things, unable to concentrate or have in depth conversations, social anxiety, and even hearing loss. I'm not sure about any of this stuff.
I'm really worried about this as I have a family I'm financially responsible for. I have 9 years AD with multiple degrees, but feel like nobody will want to hire me. I can't work in the heat and I can barely use my (one) hand. Any help would be great.