Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy

(CIDP) Disability Tax Credit

What is Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)?Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a neurological disorder which progressively weakens the sensory functions of the legs and arms. This disorder damages the myelin sheath which is the fat covering the nerve fibers.

Symptoms of Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy

Symptoms include loss of sensation, abnormal sensations, loss of reflexes, and weakness. Loss of sensation includes numbness, while

abnormal sensations include tingling or pain. Weakness in the legs can cause difficulties when walking.

Treatment for Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating PolyneuropathyWhen treating this disorder glucocorticoid drugs are effective in managing symptoms. It is important to treat CIDP immediately to prevent it from worsening. Early treatment can help to prevent the loss of nerve axons.

Eligibility Criteria for Disability Tax Credit for Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy

To be eligible for this tax credit program, a patient with this disordermost likely qualifies under the disability section “walking impairment”. This is because common symptoms include clumsiness and numbness which can impair one’s ability to walk.

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