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Hi, I am trying to get a diagnosis. For years, I have had achey pain everywhere, it's like trying to carry too many shopping bags, but in my feet, my face...

Hi, I am trying to get a diagnosis. For years, I have had achey pain everywhere...

RuAlice

•11 years ago

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DLA can you believe it? Some good news for once.

Well you may or may no know that last time I was assessed they sent me into a nervous breakdown so this time I was stressed when I got the forms. last time it...

Well you may or may no know that last time I was assessed they sent me into a ne...

Devonlady

•11 years ago

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The Twilight Saga - Moffy's Moonlight Meeting (apologies to Edward Cullen et al.)

I settled down in my nice cosy bed, closed my book upon the bedside table, and dimmed the lamp. I yawned, closed my eyes, and started to think about tomorrow’s...

I settled down in my nice cosy bed, closed my book upon the bedside table, and d...

ladymoth

•11 years ago

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Oh Joy!!!!! The ATOS form yet again!!!!

Well its that time of year, yes the old ATOS envelope has arrived. Do you know I now have a complete expandable file just dedicated to Incapacity Benefit/ESA....

Well its that time of year, yes the old ATOS envelope has arrived. Do you know ...

lcm27

•11 years ago

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Gabapentin or Lyrica

Can anyone tell me the difference between Gabapentin, which I am on and Lyrica which a lot of you seem to be on.

Can anyone tell me the difference between Gabapentin, which I am on and Lyrica w...

lcm27

•11 years ago

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Finding somebody that understands

Hi all, saw Glenys question about doctors! I looked on the site that was recommended, and I wondered can you approach them personally, or do you have to be...

Hi all, saw Glenys question about doctors! I looked on the site that was recomme...

ali63

•11 years ago

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NIGHTMARE DWP!!!!!

Nightmare 2 days.Started yesterday got a "dreaded brown letter" . from my mortgage lender to say that my payments had been stopped from my benefits.My IB...

Nightmare 2 days.Started yesterday got a "dreaded brown letter" . from my mortga...

mub40

•11 years ago

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Passed my ATOS medical!!!

Hi all! Yes I got through the hour long medical assessment and I am delighted with the result. Thought I'd post this to show you that people with fibromyalgia...

Hi all! Yes I got through the hour long medical assessment and I am delighted wi...

Barbie67

•11 years ago

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Fibro specialists in Scotland - are there any?

I live in Aberdeen and am quite disappointed by my treatment so far. Willing to pay to go private but don't know where to go! Anyone know any specialists (in...

I live in Aberdeen and am quite disappointed by my treatment so far. Willing to ...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Tired of premenstrual abdominal cramps going on and on

I am now 54 and the premenstrual pain now goes on for weeks (or at least it did last month). I'm now on Day 33. I take CoCodomol and Nurofen but try not to...

I am now 54 and the premenstrual pain now goes on for weeks (or at least it did ...

Kirby

•11 years ago

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Hi all ive had the old dla form sent & its got to be in for the 11th July

Right ive got the old dla form & i have to return it by the 11th july, i have a lady coming to see me from dial to help me fill it in, but i was just wondering...

Right ive got the old dla form & i have to return it by the 11th july, i have a ...

sarah24

•11 years ago

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For Those on Pregablin

Hi I have an elderly friend who is on Pregablin (Lyrica) and she is convinced it has caused her to go deaf, she has always had excellent hearing but despite...

Hi I have an elderly friend who is on Pregablin (Lyrica) and she is convinced...

Hidden

•11 years ago

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Dizzy Spells/Going Lightheaded

Hi everyone, It's me the pain again! lols. Has anyone else experienced dizzy spells or going lightheaded? Yesterday while walking up stairs I just seemed to...

Hi everyone, It's me the pain again! lols. Has anyone else experienced dizzy s...

babebatista

•11 years ago

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Just what I wanted. A whole day in bed. NOT!!

Seriously just been floored by a massive flare. No warning or anything. So now I'm tucked up in bed with my little girl watching cartoons. What a way to spend...

Seriously just been floored by a massive flare. No warning or anything. So now I...

trae

•11 years ago

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Mobility

Does anyone have to use a Rollator (walker) or have someone push you around in a wheelchair.? I have to do both and can only stand or walk for a few minutes....

Does anyone have to use a Rollator (walker) or have someone push you around in a...

iluvcatsuk

•11 years ago

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Does anyone know of any organisation that will help me challenge my former employer in releasing my pension on health grounds?

I have found this site to be informative and interesting and will certainly be using your advice when the DWP decide it is time to review my DLA and/or ESA....

I have found this site to be informative and interesting and will certainly be u...

KikiKoko

•11 years ago

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Hello

Hi Hope everyone doing ok.I've found this site so helpful,and luv reading all the blogs.Just thought i'd let u all know i've lost 16 pounds in weight on my...

Hi Hope everyone doing ok.I've found this site so helpful,and luv reading all ...

tabithaboots

•11 years ago

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Evening symptoms. I don't understand what's happening

Hi all I am wondering if anyone can help me. I am finding that in the evenings I am suffering with mini flares. (Not every evening) sometimes it starts...

Hi all I am wondering if anyone can help me. I am finding that in the evenings ...

Zforsyth

•11 years ago

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tribunal

would you believe i was meant to have my tribunal for dla on Monday 25th June. got to court and they have no judge now stupid is that. i was so stressed out...

would you believe i was meant to have my tribunal for dla on Monday 25th June. g...

rosylyn

•11 years ago

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Gloom!

From once being a very active person to this poor excuse of an existence, I do (on bad days) think that the future looks very gloomy if my fibro is to continue...

From once being a very active person to this poor excuse of an existence, I do (...

Flips

•11 years ago

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Can anyone give me the link to the list of recommended doctors - I keep seeing it mentioned that it is on this site, please? XG

As Above question :-) :-)

Glenys

•11 years ago

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Need someone to talk too. Finding things difficult

Hi all I just want someone to talk to who understands . My husband is my full time carer and is very understanding and a great listener but I want to try and...

Hi all I just want someone to talk to who understands . My husband is my full ti...

Zforsyth

•11 years ago

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Forever Flare Up ..

I have been reading a lot about people getting 'flare ups' but I find it hard to pin point many occasions where I have had a 'flare up' - I feel like I am in a...

I have been reading a lot about people getting 'flare ups' but I find it hard to...

charlie_red

•11 years ago

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lack of sleep

not looking forward to tonight.know I wont be able to sleep.so many things going around in my muddled head.crying since I got back from doctors-stomach so...

not looking forward to tonight.know I wont be able to sleep.so many things going...

anbuma

•11 years ago

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Yet another new tablet

I think I have seen on this site before, but has any one been given Lyrica as an add on to all the other tablets for pain relief Has anyone taken this...

I think I have seen on this site before, but has any one been given Lyrica as an...

Carolinee71

•11 years ago

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Just to say thankyou !

A little message for cjw064 for advice on dla tribunal , would like to say thanks for information .hugs angiex

A little message for cjw064 for advice on dla tribunal , would like to say thank...

angib53

•11 years ago

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So Fed Up

Hi everyone, I am feeling sorry for myself, past 20months has been awful....I dont work any more, or drive : - ( My family are suffering because of this, I...

Hi everyone, I am feeling sorry for myself, past 20months has been awful....I do...

janlou

•11 years ago

8 Replies

University of Liverpool Research Study

Would you like to take part in a Research Study about Fibromyalgia ? Have you a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia, over 18 & a resident of the UK Please check...

Would you like to take part in a Research Study about Fibromyalgia ? Have you...

Mdaisy

•11 years ago

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University of Liverpool Research Study

Participants Needed for a study into Well-being and Fibro Kathryn Bourne, a Trainee Clinical Psychologist at the University of Liverpool, is carrying out...

Participants Needed for a study into Well-being and Fibro Kathryn Bourne, a T...

Mdaisy

•11 years ago

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Advice on looming tribunal please

Been away for ages but still reading blogs and questions. Can anyone help with advice on DLA tribunal Wednesday next week. My husband is coming with me but car...

Been away for ages but still reading blogs and questions. Can anyone help with a...

poppy1

•11 years ago

15 Replies

Posts - Fibromyalgia Action UK | HealthUnlocked

Fibromyalgia Action UK

All posts for June 2013

What next?

DLA can you believe it? Some good news for once.

The Twilight Saga - Moffy's Moonlight Meeting (apologies to Edward Cullen et al.)

Oh Joy!!!!! The ATOS form yet again!!!!

Gabapentin or Lyrica

Finding somebody that understands

NIGHTMARE DWP!!!!!

Passed my ATOS medical!!!

Fibro specialists in Scotland - are there any?

Tired of premenstrual abdominal cramps going on and on

Hi all ive had the old dla form sent & its got to be in for the 11th July

For Those on Pregablin

Dizzy Spells/Going Lightheaded

Just what I wanted. A whole day in bed. NOT!!

Mobility

Does anyone know of any organisation that will help me challenge my former employer in releasing my pension on health grounds?

Hello

Evening symptoms. I don't understand what's happening

tribunal

Gloom!

Can anyone give me the link to the list of recommended doctors - I keep seeing it mentioned that it is on this site, please? XG

Need someone to talk too. Finding things difficult

Forever Flare Up ..

lack of sleep

Yet another new tablet

Just to say thankyou !

So Fed Up

University of Liverpool Research Study

University of Liverpool Research Study

Advice on looming tribunal please

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