Is fibromyalgia a disability?

usandthem2018

Hi is Fibromyalgia considered a disability? My GP says yes  but some others say  on?  Thanks peace and love 💕✌

usandthem2018

Hi last post meant to say no rather than on! Oops Fibro fingers at the moment each word taking a long time to type as I am sure fellow Fibro Fighters can relate to hope I can have the opportunity to meet ans chat to fellow Fibro Fighters love and peace to you all ✌💕

Ami2301

Hi @usandthem2018 welcome to the community! From what I have seen on the forum, yes fibromyalgia is a disability.

Do let us know if we can be of any assistance!

steve51

Hi @usandthem2018

Welcome 🙏🙏🙏

It’s great to meet you today.

Here’s some info/advice for you below.

https://search.scope.org.uk/s/redirect?collection=scope-meta&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F49033%2Ffibromyalgia&index_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F49033%2Ffibromyalgia&auth=uAcU3Kdc5LmoyTDCKQs7Bg&profile=_default&rank=3&query=fibromyalgia

https://search.scope.org.uk/s/redirect?collection=scope-meta&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F48939%2Ffibromyalgia-getting-worse&index_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F48939%2Ffibromyalgia-getting-worse&auth=qyYcgVFrHshm1TzRoXECAg&profile=_default&rank=2&query=fibromyalgia

https://search.scope.org.uk/s/redirect?collection=scope-meta&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F49823%2Fcoping-with-fibromyalgia&index_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.scope.org.uk%2Fdiscussion%2F49823%2Fcoping-with-fibromyalgia&auth=6Z1oThCVWW%2F5iX0sCZZrgQ&profile=_default&rank=5&query=fibromyalgia

Please please let me know if you get stuck???

Pippa_Alumni

Hi @usandthem2018, and a warm welcome to the community! We have lots of members with fibromyalgia here who I'm sure will be happy to share their own thoughts and experiences.

Eadiesmummy1

hi @usandthem2018 my mum has fibro and gets pip for it, so i would say definitely apply if it is affecting your day to day life! hope this answered your question xx

usandthem2018

Thank you for the replies 😊  I will look into it all. I work full time but am finding it more difficult to travel these days with the pain. Have had Fibromyalgia for approx. 14 years and am definitely getting worse the older I get 😁. Thanks again love and peace ✌💕

daisyboo2011

Hi I also have fibro and it is definitely a disability. I don't know if you know there are 261 symptoms of fibromyalgia which covers every part of the body. I sometimes wonder if I have some of the symptoms of ME too as there are a lot of similarities.
Take care x

fowlers6

Hi just wanted to know what medication you were taking my pain has got worst these last few weeks and my body is so stiff and feels so heavy got doctors next week dindo like taking medication but can't put up with this painany help would be appreciated

Pippa_Alumni

Hi @fowlers6, and a w warm welcome to the community!

I'm so sorry to hear about your pain. Members are welcome to discuss their medication however they cannot provide medical advice as per our community guidelines. It's good to hear you have an appointment with your GP, and I really hope you find something that works for you. 

debbiedo49

Apart from meds I try different forms of mindfulness and distraction therapy which can work at times. Right now I’m going through bad flare ups so I’m looking into ways of helping this with my doctor., I’ve been on the same meds for years and I think your body gets used to it. So I do my research online and go to my doctor with notes and meds so I am prepared in advance. Then they know I’m serious lol good luck and inbox me if you wish to @fowlers6