medical report

Hi All
Just recieved my medical report, it is so contradictory.
I have been awarded lower care DLA, in it the medical professional states because of the significant loss of grip in both l/r hands I am unable to prepare,cook or handle cooking pots.

They also stated I need help to dress and undress without help due to retrictive movement.

Than they go on to say I am able to get in and out of a bath/shower,which is all wrong. I explained on bad days I need help to get out or in bed as I am unable to weight bear and cannot help myself up as I have very little grip/strength in my arms. I am unable to challenge this (I think) as my case never went to tribunal as DWP found in my favour with the above award.

I cannot understand why as they have accepted I cannot cook etc, due to the above but somehow find I am fit for everything else. The mind boggles.

Hi Lottie

You can appeal if you are dissatisfied with your DLA award although there is a risk (probably a small risk) that you could lose the award you already received if you appeal.

Read the DLA appeal guide in the members' area and seek advice if necessary.

Best wishes

Derek

Thank you.

I don't think I will appeal as it looks like another battle up hill and I have'nt got the energy.

I have been given DLA until March 2011 so I will wait till then. (hopefully I will be in long term remision and not need it)

Thank you once again.

Kind Regards