Kerry Dobson

1 Million Steps for CES

Fundraising for Cauda Equina Champions Charity
£250
raised of £250 target
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Walking for CES awareness , 2 March 2021
Cauda Equina Champions charity want YOU to join them on their mission of getting people up, out and raising vital awareness for Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES).

Story

Last march I was put on the waiting list for a disctomy  by my consultant after a series of scans and a nerve block injection that didnt work 

I knew about back problems and the pain and just had to manage it until the operation which I believed was fairly routine.

In early May in woke and was unable to weight bear on my right leg. Through the following 3 days the foot became very painful. The leg cold and had lost some sensation both in my leg and in my groin  I was advised to go to A and E but I waited another two days because of Covid and the pressures on the NHS.

I rang my GP and was told to go straight away and she mentioned the possibility of it being CES.

I was scanned and sent for an emergency operation that day. I was lucky the A and E consultant knew what she was looking for. If I had left it another 24 hrs I was told the result could have been paralysis.  That's a very scary thought.

My condition is long term and I also have another disk bulge in the same place. So I'm waiting again for an op but aware that I have to be careful not to do anything that makes things worse

 It's a worry every day but I want to get stronger for the op and try and walk every day and stay positive. Thank you for reading my story.

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About the campaign

Cauda Equina Champions charity want YOU to join them on their mission of getting people up, out and raising vital awareness for Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES).

About the charity

Cauda Equina Champions Charity is the leading UK charity for Cauda Equina Syndrome. Patient led, we work with healthcare professionals, raising awareness of the condition and supporting those affected by the condition. With over 10 years experience, we are here for you. Our Helpline is 03335 777113

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