Gender

[DanCS]

Hi everyone...just wondering if there were any other male sufferers on here....

[desquinn Partner Volunteer FMAUK Trustee]

Yes there are

[Golfer15]

Hi, yes I'm here. This is a horrible condition and so difficult as men when we are supposed to be tough and macho. I can't work due to this condition and that is difficult as I should be providing for my family. My wife works full time, so we have swapped roles. I don't mind but difficult to live with at times. We have to make the most of it, why is daytime tv aimed at women.

Take care of yourself

David

[DanCS in reply to Golfer15]

Yeah it’s horrible...I’m a part time teacher just about managing three days a week...but only because financially I have no choice.

[Golfer15 in reply to DanCS]

I used to teach then i went into a different direction but came back to school as a teaching assistant. I found that too much, so I gave up completely. My wife teaches full time so she appreciates me doing things st home. Good luck with your work.

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plenty of us about so no shortages here!

Makes life a dam chore just to get up let alone do/plan anything.

[Themanwithnoname]

Here i am. Male also. Ive got chronic leg and back pain RSI and fibro diagnosed in that order. Currently on JSA as the fight for ESA/UC seems so blooming tough as depression kicks in. Been going round in circles for years as what you can and cant do varies each day. Best friend is my dog plus still enjoy watching the footy and seeing my great nieces.