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Would he need to update pip on his chronic pain in his back?

Siobhanmcnab12
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Hi there i was woundering my boyfriend has chronic back pain,its in his shoulders witch is making him lose feeling in his arms and hands. He has ware and tear at the bottom of his spine witch is causing pain into his legs. Hes is reciving pip just now but would he need to update pip on his chronic pain in his back?
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Hi @Siobhanmcnab12
Good Evening & Welcome it’s great to meet you today.
I am one of the Community Champion’s here at Scope.
I’m here to help/support/advice any new members.
Yes you need to inform them straightaway.
I have posted some info below from the “Gov Website” for you around “change of circumstances”
https://www.gov.uk/pip/change-of-circumstances
Please please let me know if there’s anything else that I can help you with???
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