New health Problem what covers it ?

Ok seems I have a new health problem

When looking at my arms the other day a nurse spotted burns on them from inside top of cooker, seems I have burnt myself because of not feeling pain

where would that come on esa test, is it worth any points ?

how about under 12

Awareness of everyday hazards (such as boiling water or sharp objects).

12 (c) Reduced awareness of everyday hazards leads to a significant risk of: (i) injury to self or others; or (ii) damage to property or possessions, such that they occasionally require supervision to maintain safety. 6 points

I have the same problem no feeling in my hands and fingers so burn myself quite often my neuro guy says its nerve damage in my neck so dont know where to put my prob as well:(

Hi Dave,

I'm afraid that awareness of hazards comes under mental health and learning difficulties, not physical health.

You might try substantial danger, but it would be a long shot, I suspect.

Steve

Thanks Steve thats what my OT has said. DLA have accepted I cant "safely" make a meal. I do have other issues that got me the DLA so the meal test didnt really come into it. But I may try as a long shot as it affects my ability to type and do fiddly tasks.

Steve Donnison wrote:

Hi Dave,

I'm afraid that awareness of hazards comes under mental health and learning difficulties, not physical health.

You might try substantial danger, but it would be a long shot, I suspect.

Steve

thanks .. its the brain thats stopping me feel pain in my arms ... I dont need the points got plenty of them ... but was interested in seeing where it fits in the bigger picture

Sorry Steve thought your reply was for me Dave