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Can someone with a pulmonary embolism apply for disability?
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Pulmonary embolism: To apply for disability from pe one would have to have long term pulmonary damage from the pe as well as a significant risk of recurrent pe.
Answered 8/29/2013
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If disabled: While pulmonary embolism can be life threatening in acute setting, properly treated often does not result in significant disability. If you have a valid medical disability, your family physician can help in obtaining appropriate services and benefits.
Answered 1/8/2017
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Depends: This really depends on weather you are disabled or not.
Answered 4/12/2014
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