- Messages
- 3
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Tablets (oral)
Hi. New here.
Been diagnosed for 14 years or so. Been on the same meds all this time. (Sukkarto and Gliclizide.) Not really had a problem until the last couple of years.
I've recently been diagnosed as having Gastroparesis(sp). I understand this is caused by diabetes. I'm pretty much intolerant of solids, and rely on supplements during the day, with one half portion main meal in the evening. I've also developed neck problems due to exhaustion.
To cut to the chase, the only way it affects me, is in the distances I can drive.
I discussed this with my employer, and after a bit of negotiation "we" agreed on a 200 mile limit per day. This was a three-way negotiation, between HR, myself and my own GP. My GP wanted less, they wanted more, and I accepted 200.
However, my work is completely ignoring this. I've checked my mileages, and 60% of my working days this year alone are OVER 200 miles, sometimes as much as 100 miles.
When I complained, they sent me to their own company doctor, and he actually recommends LESS than 200 miles.
I'm wondering how this works with Disability Rights? Can I be declared "disabled" and therefore get a level of protection?
Thanks.
Been diagnosed for 14 years or so. Been on the same meds all this time. (Sukkarto and Gliclizide.) Not really had a problem until the last couple of years.
I've recently been diagnosed as having Gastroparesis(sp). I understand this is caused by diabetes. I'm pretty much intolerant of solids, and rely on supplements during the day, with one half portion main meal in the evening. I've also developed neck problems due to exhaustion.
To cut to the chase, the only way it affects me, is in the distances I can drive.
I discussed this with my employer, and after a bit of negotiation "we" agreed on a 200 mile limit per day. This was a three-way negotiation, between HR, myself and my own GP. My GP wanted less, they wanted more, and I accepted 200.
However, my work is completely ignoring this. I've checked my mileages, and 60% of my working days this year alone are OVER 200 miles, sometimes as much as 100 miles.
When I complained, they sent me to their own company doctor, and he actually recommends LESS than 200 miles.
I'm wondering how this works with Disability Rights? Can I be declared "disabled" and therefore get a level of protection?
Thanks.