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Anneiel
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Hi,I'm a kinship carer for my grandson.
I have now had him for over 2yrs now..lost my husband in 2015 and was giving my grandson I'm may 2016..having to try and work a fulltime job of 14yrs..eventually had to give my job up as my weight went down to 5 stone 3.i have osteo perosis and was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my spine in 2012.
I've just been diagnosed with coped also getting tested for rheumatoid arthritis in my feet and hands.im now struggling with pain in feet now..is there any help I can get..thanks
I have now had him for over 2yrs now..lost my husband in 2015 and was giving my grandson I'm may 2016..having to try and work a fulltime job of 14yrs..eventually had to give my job up as my weight went down to 5 stone 3.i have osteo perosis and was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my spine in 2012.
I've just been diagnosed with coped also getting tested for rheumatoid arthritis in my feet and hands.im now struggling with pain in feet now..is there any help I can get..thanks
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Hi @Anneiel,
Have you had a look at our dealing with chronic pain category? We have lots of discussions in there which might be of interest to you.
I hope this helps. If you have any other questions then please do get in touch!Liam -
I'm sorry to hear you are struggling with this, Have you ever seen anyone from a specialised pain clinic?
The NHS have this article about 10 ways to reduce pain, this includes:
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