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Hi I'm new here on mighty. I just signed up yesterday but I already forgot how I came across this platform, thanks to my #BrainFog lol

It's been 2 years and 7 months since I contracted #COVID19 and have been suffering with #longcovid since then. Despite hearing all kinds of denials possible from doctors, now I am diagnosed with #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis and #Fibromyalgia and many more. Not that the labels help with my symptoms, but they surely helped me look in the right direction when searching for possible #treatment plans.

I'm almost 40 and been #stuck at home mostly. I've recently been approved for a public transportation access link service so I'm planning on using that from time to time. I use a #Walker #Rollator and occasionally a #Cane when I go out to the doctors.

I guess I'm here to connect with others going through similar things whether it be a longcovid, PASC, fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, arthritis, spinal stenosis, or more symptom-specifically #HypersomnolenceDisorder #Hypersomnia #PeripheralNeuropathy #ChronicPain #ChronicFatigue
I am quite new to this #Spoonie life and trying my best here.

I have been emotionally & physically disabled since I was a child. I use a #Walker currently to get around & cant lift due to #Scoliosis. I also have been stable emotionally for a decade+, but have #SchizoaffectiveDisorder & several other emotional issues. I want to #Work - I don’t want to live on the system for the rest of my life. I’m fiercely independent & want a good life for myself, my #Daughter & my family. I have some college, but no degree due to lack of concentration. Hardly any work experience either. How do I get a #Job? Open to any positive #suggestions

There was a mighty wind yesterday and a speeding #Walker came at me. I reached out and grabbed it.  Some witnesses returned it to the owner.  We all know each other.

My actual question is wondering how to approach my primary about prescribing mobility devices. During flare ups, I have days where I really should be using a scooter or walker. I acquire a Rollator on my own, and it's wonderful. My husband plans to go with me as an advocate. What do we say?