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                        My 60 yo brother was diagnosed with emphysema over a year ago.  Recently he has gotten much worse. He had a major episode and wound up in the ER where he was told only 10% to 15% of his lungs were functioning and he was lucky to be alive.    He was placed on prednisone and got relief.  2 days later, a pulmanary doctor said his lung capacity was up to 25% and he has the lungs of a 150 yo man.  BUT..........he says my brother would not qualify for Social Security and that he is still capable of working a little.   My question is just HOW BAD DO YOU HAVE TO BE BEFORE YOU QUALIFY FOR SOCIAL SECURITY.      Thanks