Had to retire from work due to fibro and pain
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nannyjakey
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I suffer from fibro and disc degenerative. due to pain and mobility issues I had to retire from work on I'll health.ss was a checkout op but legs kept giving way.pain got so bad at times I would loose consciousness that body would start to shut down.and had go to hossie in ambulance.i walk on 2 sticks or my mobility big baby scooter.
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Hi @nannyjakey welcome to the community! Sorry to hear this, please let us know if there is anything we can help you withDisability Gamechanger - 2019
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Hi @nannyjakey
I am sorry to hear that you are in such pain all the time and that it has forced you to retire.
You may find our Chronic pain discussions where you may find some useful tips and support.
I hope this helps you.
Take care
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Hi @nannyjakey
I have also had back problems with disc degeneration, legs giving way etc and was medically retired 10 years ago. There are many of us here to offer support!
Claire
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