Hi, I posted on the LWA forum yesterday and got lots of support from forum members. SOme suggested asking the helpline team also. My problem is - I was diagnosed with RA last year, also have hypothyroid and was diagnosed with pernicious anaemia in December. I have life insurance which was taken out some years ago, before…
Hi All. I don't have a diagnosis of anything at the moment (awaiting blood tests) but for the last 4 weeks my hands and wrists have been really painful. I struggle to grip/turn things and can't carry anything even slightly heavy. The pain is particularly bad in the knuckles. Over the last few days my elbows have also…
Hi i hope you dont mind me enquiring but i have just been given amitriptyline and dont know anyone else who is on it so was wondering what if anyone else is taking it and what they think of it. im worried about starting it, i know you cant give me the medical advice i was just wondering what experiences you have heard…
Hi After what i consider a terrible appointment with the rhumatologist yesterday i dont know what to do, firstly i was told i have osteo in hips and my back but hips shouldnt be giving me to much pain, i know my back is bad but after an m r i last may the surgeon didnt want to see me he told my doctor there was nothing to…
Evening all, Bit of a mixed question this but hopefully I'll explain it right. I was recntly diagnosed with chronic arthritis of the lumbar spine, had the MRI scan and a huge report done. My GP has prescribed me with Tramadol, Amitriptyline, artificial saliva (because my mouth gets dry as cotton with the tablets) and…
Hi my name is Emma, am i have just turned 30 years of age, i have been diagnosed with inflammatory Arthrits, i am currently on medication for this meloxicam and sulfasalazine, i have alot of pain with my arthritis in quite a few of my joints including shoulders, ankles back, hips, elbows, hands sometimes but my worst are…
Hi i'm new to the forum. I was diagnosed with Lupus 5 years ago and have recently found out I've also got sero negative RA. I started taking Pregablin 5 weeks ago and have developed a slight stammer but now also have tingling in my arms and hands. Should I be worried..my GP didn't seem too concerned when I saw her…
I feel like I am having a nervous breakdown. MRI scan showed arthritis in right knee which was injured 20 years ago. I suffer with nerves and fear of illness and Im scared to even walk anywhere. Horror stories of what i read when looking up on internet, bone on bone etc. wish I hadnt looked it up now. only pain when i walk…
Hi, I'm helping my 22 year old son with his DLA appeal. We are at the tribunal stage but don't have a date yet. Can anyone suggest a good solicitor? We live in the North Lincs/Yorks area. My son has received the highest rate of DLA and mobility since 5 years of age but the DLA has now been reduced to the lowest rate.…
:roll: hi i have only joined a few days ago and i was wondering if there is anything i could do at home instead of going to the docs all the time. I've got ostieoritis in my pelvis i've been told that i will be hearing from the physio but there is a waiting list of about 3-4 months before i even get an appointment, i…
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