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Bibi
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Hi everyone,
I have been diagnosed with fibromiyalgia. I have experienced widespread pain for quite a number of of years so glad that finally got a diagnosis. With the other health problems I have a very poor quality of life. Been on long term sick due to extreme pain and fatigue. So was wondering if anyone can help with advise on benefits. Can I leave my job? I definitely know i won't be able to manage it. What can I apply for?
I have been diagnosed with fibromiyalgia. I have experienced widespread pain for quite a number of of years so glad that finally got a diagnosis. With the other health problems I have a very poor quality of life. Been on long term sick due to extreme pain and fatigue. So was wondering if anyone can help with advise on benefits. Can I leave my job? I definitely know i won't be able to manage it. What can I apply for?
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Hi Bibi and welcome
There are two main benefits
ESA/ UC - this is the benefit for people that are unable to work due to illnes or disability
try the B&W self test
http://www.mybenefitsandwork.co.uk/med2/indexxx.php
PIP - this is the benefit for people that need help with daily activities or mobility
try the B&W self test
http://www.mybenefitsandwork.co.uk/pip/indexxx.php
You can apply for PIP even if you work full time
ESA/UC is far more complicated and you should get advice from CAB or similar before leaving your job as you would be considered in some cases to be making yourself unemployed
CR.
Be all you can be, make every day count. Namaste -
Hi CR,
Thanks for the info and links.
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