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13 years 2 weeks ago #50579 by Paxo
ESA renewal, which guide ? was created by Paxo
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 2 weeks ago #50608 by Derek4
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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

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13 years 2 weeks ago #50775 by Paxo
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Thank you for your help Derek. Alison x

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13 years 2 weeks 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

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13 years 2 weeks 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

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13 years 2 weeks ago #51227 by Paxo
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Thank you Maggie for your helpful advice. Alison x

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