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Top 10 PSC Issues

Questions are for anyone affected by PSC (i.e. patients, family members, friends).

We would like to know what the biggest issues are for people affected by PSC. We'll use the answers to support our work to improve services for people with PSC.
1.What is your interest in PSC?(Required.)
Please indicate how much of an issue the following are to you -
2.The variations in standards of care between hospitals(Required.)
3.The lack of psychological support offered to PSC patients (Required.)
4.The lack of understanding about PSC from others(Required.)
5.Explaining PSC to others(Required.)
6.Getting reliable information about PSC(Required.)
7.Knowing when urgent medical attention is needed(Required.)
8.Uncertainty about future health(Required.)
9.Preparing for colonoscopies(Required.)
10.Managing itch(Required.)
11.Managing pain(Required.)
12.Managing fatigue(Required.)
13.Managing IBD(Required.)
14.Managing nausea(Required.)
15.Knowing what food to eat/avoid(Required.)
16.Contacting PSC consultant(Required.)
17.Getting hold of prescribed medicines(Required.)
18.GPs understanding the care needs of someone with PSC(Required.)
19.Access to clinical trials (research) for PSC(Required.)
20.Accessing financial products (eg travel insurance, life insurance)(Required.)
21.Accessing welfare benefits/ knowing what benefits (if any) people with PSC are entitled to(Required.)
22.Taking time off work because of ill-health(Required.)
23.Any other big issues that come to mind? Let us know here:
Thank you very much for taking the time to give your views. Now click 'Done' to submit your answers.
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