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Is there a doctor out there who can help me?
I have learning disabilities and I've osteoarthritis in my back and my 1st, 2nd and 3rd vertebrae are wearing away and I've arthritis in both my knees. My doctor will not get me a second opinion. He agrees with the specialist that won't get on with knee replacements. My O.T was left, Surrey and I need to get a new one. I have a mobility scooter to get around and I get dirty looks. I am taking a lot of different tablets for my back but I still get pains in my back, legs and knees. I also have nerve damage in my back. Is there a doctor out there who can help me?
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Sorry to hear this. Unfortunately we are not medical professionals so we cannot advise. Have you tried to see a different doctor?
Disability Gamechanger - 2019
Sorry if that seemed a bit ott.
I am not a doctor just quite intelligent and have lots of spare time to look things up.
Your OT report is very important so get one as soon as possible. You can self refer in which case they will contact your GP to check up or your GP can refer you. If you are unhappy with you GP you could try contacting the Practice Manager or send a written complaint to the same person. If none of this works try contacting NHS England and ask them to help of to create an official complaint.
Hope this helps.
TK
I’m not sure that the rest of your post needs a response.