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I am now back to square one

Posted By Lindamac

"I am now back to square one"

About: General practices in Greater Glasgow & Clyde

(as the patient),

I contacted my GP last October 2017 and spoke to a locum doctor. I explained I have been living with secondary progressive ms for 14 years. I Was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at my last visit to the pain management clinic (PMC) at stobhill a few years ago. I am also in a LOT of pain from arthritis in my hands. I suffer badly with constant headaches and migraines.  

After speaking to the locum who said they would refer me to the PMC. Just after Xmas I phoned my regular GP to mention I've not received an appointment yet. I was really upset to find that the locum didn't organize my appointment. I am now back to square one, wasted all those months waiting. Every day is the same for me, the pain is unbearable. I am taking low dose naltrexone to help with debilitating fatigue which means I am unable to take strong painkillers as they don't work together. I cry most days and nights, my anxiety levels are sky high.

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Response from Julie Craik, Patient Experience Public Involvement Manager, Patient Experience Team, NHSGGC 6 years ago
Julie Craik
Patient Experience Public Involvement Manager, Patient Experience Team,
NHSGGC

Submitted on 15/02/2018 at 16:43
Published on Care Opinion at 23:15

Dear Lindamac,


Thank you for taking the time to post your feedback.

I am sorry to hear about your experience and that you are feeling anxious and in pain.

If you would like me to pass your feedback to the service, please contact me at julie.craik@nhs.net with the name of the practice you attend.


Best wishes

Julie

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Update posted by Lindamac (the patient)

It's good to see that my story has taken an interest. It is very helpful for the telephone numbers that Julie sent. I hope I don't need to use them but it is very useful in case of an emergency situation.

It's interesting that someone from the Plymoth university has read my post.

Warm regards

Lindamac

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