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Hi All

I have been dx with bone mets - hip and pelvis with a patch on my rib.

I havent driven since mid july due to the pain - which was confused because I was heavily pregnant. I couldnt lift my left foot to the clutch pedal!

I had a c-section in August - so couldnt drive for 6 weeks anyway. This means that my 6 weeks are up on Tuesday. And, as I have got most of my mobilty back - I can lift my feet to the pedals again.

I asked my consultant on Tuesday whether I had to inform DVLA of bone mets - and he said no. He thought that it was only if the brain was affected.

Has anyone got any advice regarding informing DVLA, please?

Cheers

Anne x

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Hi Anne

There was a recent thread on this subject on page 3 of the Secondary breast cancer room that you may find interesting, titled “getting back to driving after brain mets”.

Best Wishes
Sam
Moderator
Breast Cancer Care

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Bone mets do not need to be reported to DVLA and neither does a C Section.

Most with bone mets are driving and often have Disability Living Allowance (Mobility Component), exemption from paying for a Tax Disc and a Blue Badge. Check these out if you think you might qualify.

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Thanks for the advice - will check it out

Cheers

Anne