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Does anyone know where I would get some pads for a short time because I have no income at the moment until my money is worked out.

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Think you can get them on the NHS in most areas

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jamesadams2772111 in reply toMargot

I’ve tried the Nhs I need a referral be4 they can supply

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Margot in reply tojamesadams2772111

You'll get a pretty quick response from a referral from your GP or you can self refer to a local continence clinic, sorry don't know what else to suggest

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Jamesadams277211 in reply toMargot

No I can’t self refer tests need to be done 1st then ur assessed to see what care is needed be4 they will consider giving out any products

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Hi no you can ring local clinic they ask you to come in and how got you others before then?

Plus GP should be up onit

Hi what area you live in?

Local council will have a number to ring for help. Adult services also your Quacks should be onto it pronto.

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South Lanarkshire Scotland

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Adult services should help you ring first thing tomorrow morning plus GP

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how did you get on?

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Adult services said I need a referral from my GP, I have an app next week with the doctor I can only ask again.

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