ESA APPEAL

gilly1957
gilly1957 Member Posts: 212
edited 25. May 2011, 13:51 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi all, not been on for ages..

Iv got my esa appeal on the 14th June and im terrified, any advise will be most welcome, i dont think i will get through it, but who knows.

I have osteoarthritis/ degenerative disc disease in my lumber spine, making it painful to sit,stand,walk and bend. my GP says the pain i get in my elbows,knee and feet is also caused by OA.

My GP was asked to fill in a questionaire for the appeal, she could tick mild ,moderate or severe, to how my condition affects me in her opinion, she ticked moderate for all questions, she said i wasnt fit for work because of pain and it being badly controlled. Im also being treated for depression.

The cab have helped with paperwork but dont come to the appeal.....well feel better for getting that off my chest lol... :smile:

Comments

  • Poppyg1rl
    Poppyg1rl Member Posts: 1,245
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Gilly,
    It seems to me that you've done all the right things, unfortunately it's the hard bit now....waiting for the interview :???: Gilly, I'm thinking of you and sending calming, positive thoughts your way, all the best xxx
    'grá agus solas'
    'Love and Light' translated from Irish. X
  • gilly1957
    gilly1957 Member Posts: 212
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Poppy

    thank you for your reply and thoughts

    take care

    Gill :smile: