Complications of Low Sodium. Like potassium, having slightly low sodium levels may not cause any distinguishable symptoms. Chronic low sodium levels are much more likely to sneak by undetected than sudden drops in the electrolyte. Possible symptoms of low sodium levels include muscle spasms, nausea, fatigue, irritability and headache.
Applications for Social Security benefits can only be processed a maximum of four months before benefits are scheduled to begin. Thus, the earliest you can apply is age 61 and 9 months, and you can expect to receive your first payment four months later, the month after your birthday.
For more information, go to Applying Online for Retirement Benefits. You can also apply: By phone - Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or. In person - Visit your local Social Security Office. (Call first to make an appointment.) If you do not live in the U.S. or one of its territories you can also - Contact the nearest U.S. Social Security office, U.S. Embassy or consulate. Other Questions You May Find Helpful. How far in advance can I apply for Social Security retirement benefits? How do I return to an online application for retirement benefits that I already started but did not finish? How do I check the status of a pending application for benefits?