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Hi, my name is pigginkidz!
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pigginkidz
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Ive just joined, i have epilepsy which was controlled but isnt at the moment, I also have two prolasped discs in my lower back which have got worse since I fractured my hip on my left side. The pain is always there and I find it very difficult to walk.
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Hi @pigginkidz
Good to meet you and welcome to the Community!
I am sorry to read that you are experiencing pain. We have lots of members of the Community that have lots of real-life experience to share.
I will also include some links to some information that may be useful to you:
https://community.scope.org.uk/discussion/32350/suffering-with-chronic-pain
https://www.scope.org.uk/support/tips/health/epilepsy
I hope that helps and welcome again.
Scope
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