The diagnosis of MS was made in Jan 2010 and Seizures May 2010......and yes, they finally explain all my symptoms from before I filed for disability in 2008. And yes an addendum has been sent to the appeals council. The appeal was filed in Oct 2009, so 17-18 months now.

But still want to know if I can close the second claim, and it not to affect the initial claim??

My social security credits run out in Dec 2011.