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13 years 10 months ago #50579 by Paxo
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I have R/R MS. I need to reapply for income based ESA and need advice on which guide to read, physical or mental health ? Thank you, x
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13 years 10 months ago #50608 by cdcdi1911
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Hi Alison
Unless MS can be considered in any way a mental illness, I think the physical health guide would be most appropriate.
Derek
Unless MS can be considered in any way a mental illness, I think the physical health guide would be most appropriate.
Derek
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13 years 10 months ago #50775 by Paxo
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Thank you for your help Derek. Alison x
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13 years 10 months ago #50798 by mayflower
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Hi Alison
I would suggest you look at the mental health guide as well as sometimes the effects of MS &/or the medication you take can come under the mental health descriptors.
Good luck.
maggie
I would suggest you look at the mental health guide as well as sometimes the effects of MS &/or the medication you take can come under the mental health descriptors.
Good luck.
maggie
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13 years 10 months ago #50872 by Mr Struggling
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I also suggest that you look at both guides. Although MS is probably only classified as a physical disease its symptoms often include cognitive problems including depression, lack of concentration etc. Also any fatigue involved will no doubt make these things worse. You need to check which descriptors (physical or mental health) fit your problems. Then get your GP and any consultants you have seen to verify in writing that they know/ believe you are affect by MS in those ways. Easier said than done though.
Good luck,
Andy
Good luck,
Andy
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13 years 10 months ago #51227 by Paxo
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Thank you Maggie for your helpful advice. Alison x
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