Am I safe to drive with Fibromyalgia ?

[IceDragon]

I was finally diagnosed with Fibromyalgia after over 30 years of pain, problems, etc. I have recently started to learn to drive again after a break of about 5 years (my symptoms were much more under control then), but I was unsure of what I should tell the D.V.L.A ? I checked with my g.p. and he said I should probably tell them what I have. I have upon advice downloaded & printed a Neurological Form & I have sent this back to them. I am worried they will stop me driving at certain times or completely ? I have to drive with power steering & I want to drive an Automatic as my left leg has big problems using the clutch (balancing, dipping, & holding etc) it shakes & has bad spasms in it - [even though my husband thinks I can cope], but I like the instructor I have & sadly he doesn't have an Automatic car - so I am a bit torn. Has anyone got any ideas to help with this problem I'd welcome any help. Thanks

[Totie]

Do you have any neurological symptoms?

It would depend on what YOU feel is comfortable. Alot of people have fibro, but everyone is different in their symptoms or on how they react too things.

[kitonthemoon]

Hi,

I'm not sure how serious is your neuro symptoms.  If u tend to forget how to get from one point to another (familair routes, I mean), having difficulty judging distance. blurr vision, or twitching (serious twithing)...etc.  I wouldn't put myself behind any wheel, automatic or not.  It is dangerous not only to yourself but to drivers on the same road.

I have a driver's license, but don't drive for all the reasons I listed above.  I don't trust me behind the wheels.  Giggles.

Best.