i applied for ssi without a lawyer and was approved in 4 months, first check retroactive. it seems everyone tells you to get a lawyer because they reject arbitrarily, but i had no problems. we aren't talking sprained wrists here! i recommend you apply, and if denied, definitely get a lawyer (there are so many that specialize in ssi claims) good luck

after 3 sarcma flr mouth,fially removed, reconstruct from thigh muscle. 1/2 saliva glands removed, plus more glands than i can remember