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Endocrine Function Disability

Meaning

Endocrine Function Disability is a clinical and legal designation applied when a disorder of the endocrine system, such as poorly controlled diabetes, severe thyroid dysfunction, or adrenal insufficiency, substantially limits an individual’s ability to perform major life activities. This classification is used to determine eligibility for statutory protections, including workplace accommodations and certain governmental support programs. The diagnosis confirms that the hormonal imbalance is sufficiently severe and persistent to constitute a functional impairment, moving beyond simple clinical pathology to a state of compromised daily function.