Introduction

[Guest guest]

Welcome, Jen, to our list. We are happy that you found us although sorry for

the reason that you had to look think that this is a good list. Very caring,

loving and supportive. Any questions, any information that you want, just

ask, someone is likely to have and answer.

Take care,

Irene

Books may well be the only true magic

Alice Hoffman.

[Guest guest]

Welcome, Jen, to our list. We are happy that you found us although sorry for

the reason that you had to look think that this is a good list. Very caring,

loving and supportive. Any questions, any information that you want, just

ask, someone is likely to have and answer.

Take care,

Irene

Books may well be the only true magic

Alice Hoffman.

[Guest guest]

Ho Cathy and everyone

I am in the same boat as you with allergies to meds. All I can tolerate is

acetametaphine. The rest puts me in orbit.. people started to think I was a

pot head the way I behaved.... so I cut them all out and have gone the

natural way. Although that is not a cure all it does help. With the pains

.... well I just joke about it and carry on one way or the other..... trying

to make lemonade out of lemons

grrrrrrrrrrr hahahaha. Do we take ourselves to seriously? I wonder. What

did people do in the olden days? This is not a new disease, it has been

called many other names but mostly that we are crazy or something. I think

we are in a catch 22 as no-one seems to know exactly what is going on with

so many different symptoms. When I read the posts and all the different

medications people are on for the same problem, it seems that everyone is

groping in the dark to alliviate their pains. I wish I knew the answers for

us but I think that is far away from bullseye yet. Just keep smiling and

stay on the sunny side of the street is still the best medicine.

tender hugs

corry

Introduction

> Hi. I'm Cathy and I was diagnosed fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue in

> 1997, went on disability in 1999. I have not found any type of

> treatment that helps because I'm either allergic to meds or have bad

> side effects from them.

>

> I look forward to sharing and learning from others in the group.

>

> Age range: 48

>

> Male/female: Female

>

> What are the symptoms? Continuous pain in joints and muscles,

> chronic fatigue, difficulty concentrating

>

> Has you illness been diagnosed? Yes, in 1997

>

> How long did you suffer before you got help? Had surgeries in

> 1992, 1993, 1995, two in 1996. In 1997, I was so worn out and fatigued

> and in pain, despite walking every day 30-45 minutes for months and

> months. Diagnosed in May 1997, went to three more doctors because I

> didn't believe diagnosis.

>

> Is there a time that you can remember when it started? Early 1997,

> but bouts of fatigue as long as I can remember.

>

> Some of us have found lack of exercise we are overweight. Have you found

> this to be a problem also? I've always been overweight since teen

> years, but have put on 60+ pounds since being diagnosed

>

> Are you on disability? Yes

>

> If you are any pointers for others trying to get on disability?

> PERSISTENCE!!! Don't let SS tell you you don't qualify and then give up

>

> What have you found that helps ease the pain, warm baths, medications

> etc.? Hot showers, but only temporarily

>

> Do you have sleep problems? How do you deal with it? I sleep ALOT - but

> at times restless.

>

> Do you have family that understands your illness? My son and daughter

> are grown and moved out, I live alone. My family accepts the fact I'm on

> disability, but not really sure they understand completely.

>

> Some have found certain foods causes problems with CFS or Fibro, have

> you? I'm not sure about that. I know there are many types of foods I

> was able to eat and never bothered me, but I don't even enjoy them any

> more (chocolate for one) I also have problems with heart burn, so I've

> changed my eating habits greatly.

>

> What type of Doctor have you found that has helped you the most? I

> see a very good rheumatologist, but he is baffled as to how to treat me

> since all the medications I've tried have given me intolerable side

> effects.

>

>

>

> SEND POST TO: fibromyalgia-cfs

>

> HOME

PAGE:http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Oaks/7127/fibromyalgia-cfs.html

> LIST OWNER: " Missy " Parrot004@...>

> UNSUBSCRIBE:fibromyalgia-cfs-unsubscribe

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Ho Cathy and everyone

I am in the same boat as you with allergies to meds. All I can tolerate is

acetametaphine. The rest puts me in orbit.. people started to think I was a

pot head the way I behaved.... so I cut them all out and have gone the

natural way. Although that is not a cure all it does help. With the pains

.... well I just joke about it and carry on one way or the other..... trying

to make lemonade out of lemons

grrrrrrrrrrr hahahaha. Do we take ourselves to seriously? I wonder. What

did people do in the olden days? This is not a new disease, it has been

called many other names but mostly that we are crazy or something. I think

we are in a catch 22 as no-one seems to know exactly what is going on with

so many different symptoms. When I read the posts and all the different

medications people are on for the same problem, it seems that everyone is

groping in the dark to alliviate their pains. I wish I knew the answers for

us but I think that is far away from bullseye yet. Just keep smiling and

stay on the sunny side of the street is still the best medicine.

tender hugs

corry

Introduction

> Hi. I'm Cathy and I was diagnosed fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue in

> 1997, went on disability in 1999. I have not found any type of

> treatment that helps because I'm either allergic to meds or have bad

> side effects from them.

>

> I look forward to sharing and learning from others in the group.

>

> Age range: 48

>

> Male/female: Female

>

> What are the symptoms? Continuous pain in joints and muscles,

> chronic fatigue, difficulty concentrating

>

> Has you illness been diagnosed? Yes, in 1997

>

> How long did you suffer before you got help? Had surgeries in

> 1992, 1993, 1995, two in 1996. In 1997, I was so worn out and fatigued

> and in pain, despite walking every day 30-45 minutes for months and

> months. Diagnosed in May 1997, went to three more doctors because I

> didn't believe diagnosis.

>

> Is there a time that you can remember when it started? Early 1997,

> but bouts of fatigue as long as I can remember.

>

> Some of us have found lack of exercise we are overweight. Have you found

> this to be a problem also? I've always been overweight since teen

> years, but have put on 60+ pounds since being diagnosed

>

> Are you on disability? Yes

>

> If you are any pointers for others trying to get on disability?

> PERSISTENCE!!! Don't let SS tell you you don't qualify and then give up

>

> What have you found that helps ease the pain, warm baths, medications

> etc.? Hot showers, but only temporarily

>

> Do you have sleep problems? How do you deal with it? I sleep ALOT - but

> at times restless.

>

> Do you have family that understands your illness? My son and daughter

> are grown and moved out, I live alone. My family accepts the fact I'm on

> disability, but not really sure they understand completely.

>

> Some have found certain foods causes problems with CFS or Fibro, have

> you? I'm not sure about that. I know there are many types of foods I

> was able to eat and never bothered me, but I don't even enjoy them any

> more (chocolate for one) I also have problems with heart burn, so I've

> changed my eating habits greatly.

>

> What type of Doctor have you found that has helped you the most? I

> see a very good rheumatologist, but he is baffled as to how to treat me

> since all the medications I've tried have given me intolerable side

> effects.

>

>

>

> SEND POST TO: fibromyalgia-cfs

>

> HOME

PAGE:http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Oaks/7127/fibromyalgia-cfs.html

> LIST OWNER: " Missy " Parrot004@...>

> UNSUBSCRIBE:fibromyalgia-cfs-unsubscribe

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 6/13/02 12:39:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

shebagirl@... writes:

> I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

>

>

Welcome to the group Char!! I have noticed the problems with exhaustion after

being in the sun and my husband has said my hair is getting thinner---I don't

see that but he does. I really don't know if this is a symptom of it or not.

<<<<<

[Guest guest]

>> I just need to hear some of your thoughts about Fibro or CFS. I

have

> a doctor's appointment next Friday the 28th and I am going to lay

it

> on the line and see if my complaints are valid. I know I'm not

crazy!

> I am not going to let this defeat me -- I have a positive attitude

> and welcome all comments! Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup? Thanks for listening!

>

> Have the best day ever!

>

> Charlene

> aka Char

Hi Charlene,

Welcome to the group. Yes, your complaints are valid. You are not

crazy. You just keep reading the posts, and you'll see that you are

not alone, and it's hard to believe you're crazy when we all have the

same symptoms. This group is wonderful for venting, for support, for

information. I hope you find it as helpful as I have. Take care!

[Guest guest]

>> I just need to hear some of your thoughts about Fibro or CFS. I

have

> a doctor's appointment next Friday the 28th and I am going to lay

it

> on the line and see if my complaints are valid. I know I'm not

crazy!

> I am not going to let this defeat me -- I have a positive attitude

> and welcome all comments! Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup? Thanks for listening!

>

> Have the best day ever!

>

> Charlene

> aka Char

Hi Charlene,

Welcome to the group. Yes, your complaints are valid. You are not

crazy. You just keep reading the posts, and you'll see that you are

not alone, and it's hard to believe you're crazy when we all have the

same symptoms. This group is wonderful for venting, for support, for

information. I hope you find it as helpful as I have. Take care!

[Guest guest]

>> I just need to hear some of your thoughts about Fibro or CFS. I

have

> a doctor's appointment next Friday the 28th and I am going to lay

it

> on the line and see if my complaints are valid. I know I'm not

crazy!

> I am not going to let this defeat me -- I have a positive attitude

> and welcome all comments! Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup? Thanks for listening!

>

> Have the best day ever!

>

> Charlene

> aka Char

Hi Charlene,

Welcome to the group. Yes, your complaints are valid. You are not

crazy. You just keep reading the posts, and you'll see that you are

not alone, and it's hard to believe you're crazy when we all have the

same symptoms. This group is wonderful for venting, for support, for

information. I hope you find it as helpful as I have. Take care!

[Guest guest]

chargirl50 wrote:

> I was thinking

> it was due to my perimenopause not being able to sleep through the

> night! Oh, I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

Your symptoms certainly sound a lot like fibro. ARe you sore in the

tender points? Have they ruled out stuff like MS and lupus? Hair loss

and photosensitivity can be a symptom of lupus (among many other

things).

>

> Some more background, I was married to someone who was emotionally

> and physically abusive and have suffered with depression. I am

> overweight and when I try to exercise, I feel WORSE!

There are a certain segment of us (I'm one) who just can't exercise. It

makes us feel worse, not better.

> Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup?

Generally the symptoms are fairly similar, but as a *general* rule, they

say if you have more fatigue than pain you have cfs, and if you have

more pain than fatigue it's fibro. This isn't totally true, for

example, I have way more fatigue than pain (although I do have pain),

but I've been diagnose with fibro, not cfs. Sore throats aren't a

symptom of fibro, but are for cfs. People with cfs only, won't have the

tender points being sore. Some people have both.

Darcy

[Guest guest]

chargirl50 wrote:

> I was thinking

> it was due to my perimenopause not being able to sleep through the

> night! Oh, I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

Your symptoms certainly sound a lot like fibro. ARe you sore in the

tender points? Have they ruled out stuff like MS and lupus? Hair loss

and photosensitivity can be a symptom of lupus (among many other

things).

>

> Some more background, I was married to someone who was emotionally

> and physically abusive and have suffered with depression. I am

> overweight and when I try to exercise, I feel WORSE!

There are a certain segment of us (I'm one) who just can't exercise. It

makes us feel worse, not better.

> Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup?

Generally the symptoms are fairly similar, but as a *general* rule, they

say if you have more fatigue than pain you have cfs, and if you have

more pain than fatigue it's fibro. This isn't totally true, for

example, I have way more fatigue than pain (although I do have pain),

but I've been diagnose with fibro, not cfs. Sore throats aren't a

symptom of fibro, but are for cfs. People with cfs only, won't have the

tender points being sore. Some people have both.

Darcy

[Guest guest]

chargirl50 wrote:

> I was thinking

> it was due to my perimenopause not being able to sleep through the

> night! Oh, I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

Your symptoms certainly sound a lot like fibro. ARe you sore in the

tender points? Have they ruled out stuff like MS and lupus? Hair loss

and photosensitivity can be a symptom of lupus (among many other

things).

>

> Some more background, I was married to someone who was emotionally

> and physically abusive and have suffered with depression. I am

> overweight and when I try to exercise, I feel WORSE!

There are a certain segment of us (I'm one) who just can't exercise. It

makes us feel worse, not better.

> Also, what is the difference between

> both, Fibro and CFS? I am all ears! What do you all do when you

> have a flareup?

Generally the symptoms are fairly similar, but as a *general* rule, they

say if you have more fatigue than pain you have cfs, and if you have

more pain than fatigue it's fibro. This isn't totally true, for

example, I have way more fatigue than pain (although I do have pain),

but I've been diagnose with fibro, not cfs. Sore throats aren't a

symptom of fibro, but are for cfs. People with cfs only, won't have the

tender points being sore. Some people have both.

Darcy

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the welcome! And thanks for your comments on what you do

for a flareup. Nice husband too!

Char

mboulis@... wrote:

> In a message dated 6/13/02 12:39:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

> shebagirl@... writes:

>

>

> > I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> > be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> > photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> > drained and exhausted afterwards.

> >

> >

>

> Welcome to the group Char!! I have noticed the problems with

> exhaustion after being in the sun and my husband has said my hair is

> getting thinner---I don't see that but he does. I really don't know if

> this is a symptom of it or not.

>

>

> <<<<<

have a flareup?

> My thing lately is just relaxing. I used to be a neat freak and I have

> had to learn to relax that. If the house is cluttered, so what! It is

> not worth feeling even more rundown. My husband also gives me alcohol

> massages (my back and legs and ankles)---not a permanent solution but

> is relaxing and offers a brief reprieve from the pain.

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the welcome! And thanks for your comments on what you do

for a flareup. Nice husband too!

Char

mboulis@... wrote:

> In a message dated 6/13/02 12:39:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

> shebagirl@... writes:

>

>

> > I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if that could

> > be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm also

> > photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> > drained and exhausted afterwards.

> >

> >

>

> Welcome to the group Char!! I have noticed the problems with

> exhaustion after being in the sun and my husband has said my hair is

> getting thinner---I don't see that but he does. I really don't know if

> this is a symptom of it or not.

>

>

> <<<<<

have a flareup?

> My thing lately is just relaxing. I used to be a neat freak and I have

> had to learn to relax that. If the house is cluttered, so what! It is

> not worth feeling even more rundown. My husband also gives me alcohol

> massages (my back and legs and ankles)---not a permanent solution but

> is relaxing and offers a brief reprieve from the pain.

>

[Guest guest]

Hey Charlene, I'm just NW of Chicago!

I have Fibro since 1997, well, that is when I was diagnosed with it. I

also have Chronic Fatigue (CFS). Fibro is pain in the muscles, and at

times in the joints (although I do have arthritis in my knees and

ankles, probably more) My Fibro pain is all over - sometimes in my calf

muscles, sometimes in my shoulders and upper back, just this past week,

it was in my fore arms...as if I were lifting 50 lb weights for 3

hours. The fatigue is tired all the time, even after a night of sleep,

usually not restful sleep (which also adds to the pain of fibro).

I suggest you check out some on line info about Fibro and CFS, they list

all the symptoms (which I can't remember at the moment...which is

another symptom of Fibro and CFS).

Be advised that not all doctors believe in Fibro. Some say its all in

your head, someone on this list said their doctor said it was a

diagnosis that some docs used when they aren't smart enough to come up

with something else...I could go on and on.

Let us know how your doctor visit goes. Everyone on this list is very

supportive and helpful!

Koala-t hugs,

Cathy

[Guest guest]

Hey Charlene, I'm just NW of Chicago!

I have Fibro since 1997, well, that is when I was diagnosed with it. I

also have Chronic Fatigue (CFS). Fibro is pain in the muscles, and at

times in the joints (although I do have arthritis in my knees and

ankles, probably more) My Fibro pain is all over - sometimes in my calf

muscles, sometimes in my shoulders and upper back, just this past week,

it was in my fore arms...as if I were lifting 50 lb weights for 3

hours. The fatigue is tired all the time, even after a night of sleep,

usually not restful sleep (which also adds to the pain of fibro).

I suggest you check out some on line info about Fibro and CFS, they list

all the symptoms (which I can't remember at the moment...which is

another symptom of Fibro and CFS).

Be advised that not all doctors believe in Fibro. Some say its all in

your head, someone on this list said their doctor said it was a

diagnosis that some docs used when they aren't smart enough to come up

with something else...I could go on and on.

Let us know how your doctor visit goes. Everyone on this list is very

supportive and helpful!

Koala-t hugs,

Cathy

[Guest guest]

Hey Charlene, I'm just NW of Chicago!

I have Fibro since 1997, well, that is when I was diagnosed with it. I

also have Chronic Fatigue (CFS). Fibro is pain in the muscles, and at

times in the joints (although I do have arthritis in my knees and

ankles, probably more) My Fibro pain is all over - sometimes in my calf

muscles, sometimes in my shoulders and upper back, just this past week,

it was in my fore arms...as if I were lifting 50 lb weights for 3

hours. The fatigue is tired all the time, even after a night of sleep,

usually not restful sleep (which also adds to the pain of fibro).

I suggest you check out some on line info about Fibro and CFS, they list

all the symptoms (which I can't remember at the moment...which is

another symptom of Fibro and CFS).

Be advised that not all doctors believe in Fibro. Some say its all in

your head, someone on this list said their doctor said it was a

diagnosis that some docs used when they aren't smart enough to come up

with something else...I could go on and on.

Let us know how your doctor visit goes. Everyone on this list is very

supportive and helpful!

Koala-t hugs,

Cathy

[Guest guest]

Thank you Darcy for your comments and responding to my post! It is such

a relief to find out that I am not going crazy. My doctor's appointment

will be on the 28th of this month. I will be sure my doc gets my list

of symptoms and will anxiously see what he has to say. Right now, my

internist is treating me for Diabetes II and high blood pressure.

Yesterday I drove myself to my eye doctor --- a good 60 miles round

trip. I was totally exhausted after that drive, plus the fact that I

didn't not sleep well the night before, probably added to the fatigue.

I got home and had to rest --- slept a couple hours and stayed up 3 more

hours and went back to bed. Now, I do feel a little rested but don't

like to be driving like this on a daily basis.

Char

Darcy Stockstill wrote:

> chargirl50 wrote:

> I was thinking it was due to my perimenopause not being able to sleep

> through the night! Oh, I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if

> that could be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm

> also photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

>

> Your symptoms certainly sound a lot like fibro. ARe you sore in the

> tender points? Have they ruled out stuff like MS and lupus? Hair

> loss and photosensitivity can be a symptom of lupus (among many other

> things).

>

> Some more background, I was married to someone who was emotionally

> and physically abusive and have suffered with depression. I am

> overweight and when I try to exercise, I feel WORSE!

>

> There are a certain segment of us (I'm one) who just can't exercise.

> It makes us feel worse, not better.

>

> Also, what is the difference between both, Fibro and CFS? I am all

> ears! What do you all do when you have a flareup?

>

> Generally the symptoms are fairly similar, but as a *general* rule,

> they say if you have more fatigue than pain you have cfs, and if you

> have more pain than fatigue it's fibro. This isn't totally true, for

> example, I have way more fatigue than pain (although I do have pain),

> but I've been diagnose with fibro, not cfs. Sore throats aren't a

> symptom of fibro, but are for cfs. People with cfs only, won't have

> the tender points being sore. Some people have both.

> Darcy

>

[Guest guest]

Thank you Darcy for your comments and responding to my post! It is such

a relief to find out that I am not going crazy. My doctor's appointment

will be on the 28th of this month. I will be sure my doc gets my list

of symptoms and will anxiously see what he has to say. Right now, my

internist is treating me for Diabetes II and high blood pressure.

Yesterday I drove myself to my eye doctor --- a good 60 miles round

trip. I was totally exhausted after that drive, plus the fact that I

didn't not sleep well the night before, probably added to the fatigue.

I got home and had to rest --- slept a couple hours and stayed up 3 more

hours and went back to bed. Now, I do feel a little rested but don't

like to be driving like this on a daily basis.

Char

Darcy Stockstill wrote:

> chargirl50 wrote:

> I was thinking it was due to my perimenopause not being able to sleep

> through the night! Oh, I've noticed loss of hair and do not know if

> that could be a symptom of Fibro or just that I'm getting old. I'm

> also photosensitive meaning if I am out in the sun too long, I feel

> drained and exhausted afterwards.

>

> Your symptoms certainly sound a lot like fibro. ARe you sore in the

> tender points? Have they ruled out stuff like MS and lupus? Hair

> loss and photosensitivity can be a symptom of lupus (among many other

> things).

>

> Some more background, I was married to someone who was emotionally

> and physically abusive and have suffered with depression. I am

> overweight and when I try to exercise, I feel WORSE!

>

> There are a certain segment of us (I'm one) who just can't exercise.

> It makes us feel worse, not better.

>

> Also, what is the difference between both, Fibro and CFS? I am all

> ears! What do you all do when you have a flareup?

>

> Generally the symptoms are fairly similar, but as a *general* rule,

> they say if you have more fatigue than pain you have cfs, and if you

> have more pain than fatigue it's fibro. This isn't totally true, for

> example, I have way more fatigue than pain (although I do have pain),

> but I've been diagnose with fibro, not cfs. Sore throats aren't a

> symptom of fibro, but are for cfs. People with cfs only, won't have

> the tender points being sore. Some people have both.

> Darcy

>

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 8/22/2002 6:23:22 PM Pacific Daylight Time, jimiw@...

writes:

> If you are any pointers for others trying to get on disability? Even

>

> if you think you don't have achance to get it it can't hurt to try.

>

> I didn't expect to get it but did the first time!

>

>

Hi Jimi,

Did you do anything different with your application than the average

person? I have been fighting them for two years

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 8/22/2002 6:23:22 PM Pacific Daylight Time, jimiw@...

writes:

> If you are any pointers for others trying to get on disability? Even

>

> if you think you don't have achance to get it it can't hurt to try.

>

> I didn't expect to get it but did the first time!

>

>

Hi Jimi,

Did you do anything different with your application than the average

person? I have been fighting them for two years

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 8/23/2002 9:15:24 AM Pacific Daylight Time,

paulafayem@... writes:

> How do you even start? Where do you file? I just

Hi a,

You have to call your local Social Security Admin office and ask to

get the application process started. Or you can go in and request the

paperwork. You need to be under a doctors care (preferably one who agrees

that you are disabeled.) It is also best if you are not working when you

apply. I hadn't worked for over a year when I first applied. After you fill

out the paper work you will either have a phone appointment or one in person

so someone can go over your stuff with you. It's pretty much a paperwork

maze. Most people get denied twice and then you have a hearing. It's best to

get a lawyer.

How much you are paid is based on your work credits and how much you

have paid into the system through your paychecks. Usually you have to have

worked the last 5 out of 10 years. There are exceptions depending on your

age. I'm 24 and I applied when I was 22 so my work credits don't matter very

much. If you don't have enough work credits you can apply for SSI but there

are financial restrictions. In CA a couple can't have more than $2000 in

their bank account, mutual funds, ect. I don't know if that is different in

other states.

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 8/23/2002 9:15:24 AM Pacific Daylight Time,

paulafayem@... writes:

> How do you even start? Where do you file? I just

Hi a,

You have to call your local Social Security Admin office and ask to

get the application process started. Or you can go in and request the

paperwork. You need to be under a doctors care (preferably one who agrees

that you are disabeled.) It is also best if you are not working when you

apply. I hadn't worked for over a year when I first applied. After you fill

out the paper work you will either have a phone appointment or one in person

so someone can go over your stuff with you. It's pretty much a paperwork

maze. Most people get denied twice and then you have a hearing. It's best to

get a lawyer.

How much you are paid is based on your work credits and how much you

have paid into the system through your paychecks. Usually you have to have

worked the last 5 out of 10 years. There are exceptions depending on your

age. I'm 24 and I applied when I was 22 so my work credits don't matter very

much. If you don't have enough work credits you can apply for SSI but there

are financial restrictions. In CA a couple can't have more than $2000 in

their bank account, mutual funds, ect. I don't know if that is different in

other states.

[Guest guest]

How do you even start? Where do you file? I just know

that me missing 2 days a week at work is NOT good.

Sometimes it's 3. I know I can't keep this job hurting

like I do. Just now, I come in to work today, feelin

so so and now, my butt just aches sitting in this

chair and my fingers and wrists are hurting and my

left arm. I have serious considered disability but I

don't know anything about it. I pay child support out

of my check at work and insurance as well as 401K, If

I don't work at least 30 hours I have no check. What

does disability pay? Your normal paycheck, a

percentage?????I'm full of questions>

paula faye

--- GreenEyez1978@... wrote:

> In a message dated 8/22/2002 6:23:22 PM Pacific

> Daylight Time, jimiw@...

> writes:

>

>

> > If you are any pointers for others trying to get

> on disability? Even

> >

> > if you think you don't have achance to get it it

> can't hurt to try.

> >

> > I didn't expect to get it but did the first time!

> >

> >

>

> Hi Jimi,

> Did you do anything different with your

> application than the average

> person? I have been fighting them for two years

>

>

>

> [Non-text portions of this message have been

> removed]

>

>

__________________________________________________

[Guest guest]

How do you even start? Where do you file? I just know

that me missing 2 days a week at work is NOT good.

Sometimes it's 3. I know I can't keep this job hurting

like I do. Just now, I come in to work today, feelin

so so and now, my butt just aches sitting in this

chair and my fingers and wrists are hurting and my

left arm. I have serious considered disability but I

don't know anything about it. I pay child support out

of my check at work and insurance as well as 401K, If

I don't work at least 30 hours I have no check. What

does disability pay? Your normal paycheck, a

percentage?????I'm full of questions>

paula faye

--- GreenEyez1978@... wrote:

> In a message dated 8/22/2002 6:23:22 PM Pacific

> Daylight Time, jimiw@...

> writes:

>

>

> > If you are any pointers for others trying to get

> on disability? Even

> >

> > if you think you don't have achance to get it it

> can't hurt to try.

> >

> > I didn't expect to get it but did the first time!

> >

> >

>

> Hi Jimi,

> Did you do anything different with your

> application than the average

> person? I have been fighting them for two years

>

>

>

> [Non-text portions of this message have been

> removed]

>

>

__________________________________________________

[Guest guest]

After working with Social Security Claims I would like to say that hiring an

attorney who does this work is well worth the expense. After you get denied it

is very difficult to get it reversed.

The key is that your disability has to keep you from doing any type of work at

all, not just your present position.

Yours,

Dana