Introducing Myself...

I am a wife and mother of three. I've had "flare ups" for 30 years but have been misdiagnosed with everything imaginable. Finally, I think the docs got it right. I am being treated for fibromyalgia with mainstream meds and vitamins/supplements. As information, I was put on Ultram (non-narcotic) for pain and at first, it didn't help at all. Then, the doctor increased the dose to 2 tablets 3 times a day and it actually helped! I am sharing this in the hope someone else may have similar success with their painkiller meds if they explore changing the dosage rather than the medicine, itself. It might be worth a try. I am planning to file for SSD but a little afraid - I've seen my primary care doc, a psychiatrist, and an MD at the Fibromyalgia and Fatigue center in Atlanta. Do I need to add another specialist?
Well, I hope this forum grows and we all develop a strong bond of friendship. Sending warm thoughts and prayers to other members of the forum,

Bobbi

You know, I found when I was trying to get my SSDI that every doctor, every specialist, counts and helps. I am glad you have found a med that helps with the pain....so many never do.

Glad you are here and give a shout if you ever need anything!

Hi Bobbi,
Welcome to the site. We are all here for each other. Good to hear that you found a pain meds that helps. That is a plus. Feel free to message any of us.
Shellie

Nice to meet you bobi



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With that many doctors, and with those prescriptions, you should have an easier time than most receiving Social Security Disability Insurance. As long as you worked 5 of the last 10 years, and are able to prove that you cannot work the job you currently have or be trained to work another job, you are eligible for SSDI. Having the support of your doctors is one of the most crucial aspects to being approved for SSDI, as the SSA checks medical documentation extensively when making their decision. If your looking for a qualified SSDI attorney in your area, I went through www.socialsecurity-disability.org and was approved in 6 months!

Hi i am pleased to meet you sorry it as to be under such sercumstances I am from the UK and we dont have to go through the same process you do to get dissabiity allowance but from what i have been told from many of my US friends it is not easy and can take years i am so sorry you have to deal with all this stress on top of what your already having to cope with i wish you all the luck there is with your claim the only thing i have heard from others if you have not already got one is to get a lawyer if possible fingers crossed for you

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