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IBD sufferers out there?

cherw1981 · 2008-11-13 22:05:16

Hi all. Ive had crohns disease since being 15 (27 now) and would love to speak to any other sufferers on the board for advice re: benefits we are entitled to? I have severe crohns and am on humira injections but am still suffering on a daily basis. Ive been off work months since a hospitalisation in June and only get SSP…

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krisskross Posts: 7,677 Forumite

12 January 2009 at 12:25AM

skipsmum wrote: »

Yes, I know, it just seems odd that he is classed as disabled at work where they had to provide him with a clean place for toiletting etc, but not DLA. Different sets of rules make it difficult to know what help you are entitled to.

His stoma meant a problem that needed addressing at work but not for him personally. Bit like providing ramps for wheelchair users.

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