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well round 2 for my application for PIP has begun. After spending over 3 hours yesterday writing a huge letter and photocopying all my evidence regarding my osteoarthritis and fybromyalgia I have put this in a large brown envelope and posted it today. Because I am new to all this I don't think I explained how my conditions effected me properly when I first applied. But I have this time with lots of supporting evidence including. I have basically wrote the huge letter to DWP explaining in detail how each of the questions on a PIP form effects me. Have wrote it out as if they are thick and have explained every little thing in graphic detail how I live with these conditions. I no from other posts that doing an MR often doesn't get you anywhere but it's more evidence when I dare say I have to finally a peal and go to court. I am a fighter and will not give up until I have exhausted every avenue. Wish me luck.😊

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Jackiejack123

The lady at the CAB helped me fill in my form , what evidence do I need to gather ? Can u advise ,

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Hi Jackie can you advise me what eve dunce as I too will be having to send mine off soon with evidence

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And what's cab

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Citizens advice bureau , as for evidence im not sure what I need to take , I will let you know outcome of assessment as it’s next week ,

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Evidence for PIP is anything that shows how your condition effects you. Assessments from healthcare professionals etc. Keep the originals and send them photocopies.

I'm recently diagnosed and don't have any ecidence yet, I'm on waiting lists for various things but they didn't even consider this.

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applesandoranges21 in reply toJurph

It is so unfair all this. I have epilepsy and several years ago the GP said to the DLA that he did not know whether I had fits in the night as he did not live with me!!!

I asked him if a patient complains of pain does he disbelieve them based on the fact that he himself is not experiencing the pain.

He did not say anything. I switched GP practice and my neurologist was really annoyed at this GP. He was prescribing anti epileptic drugs some specifically for night seizures as well. I later found out that the GP did some 'work' for the DLA people.

I would advise chatting to a dr, get their support, ask for a letter in advance of the appointment supporting the diagnosis and also how it affects your life and you need help in managing daily tasks and basic personal hyjiene needs such as bathing, showering, cannot go out, need special aids in the house such as stair rails, rails at strategic points for example on the landing, bathroom, grab rails, commode for night time or day time use. Special chair to support you. Unable to carry or lift stuff. Loss of balance so need help and unable to cook. All these things are very relevant .

My neurologist told me to keep out of the kitchen. I disregarded him until one day I went to make a cuppa, I was just about to plug the kettle in when I noticed the plug was wet through.

I had unknowingly placed the plug in a pool of water and not been aware . Must have lost consciousness for a few seconds. I call this brain fog as well.

I am not trying to put words into your mouth for you must be truthful but sometimes we do not realise how our condition(s) affect us. At least I didn't use to. Take care.

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mattoid-mags

Good luck 👍👍👍

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