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Out of state testing and some already mounting medical bills

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Hello all, it's never easy asking for help, especially when it comes to money, So...here I go with my story...

Everyday for the last 2 yrs, I have lived with chronic pain in over 90% of my body. I would not wish this pain on anyone. It first started with an on-the job injury to my back and one of my shoulders, which has developed into a possible muscular disorder. A disorder that basically causes my muscles throughout my body to be tight all the time. The extreme tightness means my muscles play tug-a-war with my skeletal structure; this causes countless ribs to go out of place, has caused my collar bones to lift and countless vertebrae up and down my back to go out so often that I've had to go to the chiropractor 2-3 times per week since March 2022. Yes, I said lift, which is crazy because collar bones sit in hard cartridge.

The past 2 yrs I have only worked about 50% of the time and have had to go through absolute HELL to even work at all. I've also had my struggle with 8 yrs of chronic fatigue that has gotten worse since 2022. My Chiropractor, who has been my saving grace through all of this, along with my wife. My chiropractor thinks that I may have a Genetic condition that will require me to travel to Utah for testing, which I've been told isn't cheap, in August. I have been waiting 7-8 months already to get in to see this Genetic Specialist! I have been to the ER so many times that I have almost lost count. I've even seen a pain management doctors who don't understand why my body is doing this and were little to no help. I basically live day to day afraid of my own body and in fear of which movements will cause me more pain, what rib might pop out of place or what muscles will strain or freeze up making it difficult to do much most days and I try to avoid stairs altogether if I can.

I have a boss, who has a mother who is disabled and deals with severe back issues. He is so supportive and looks the other way often so that I'm able to keep my job while I wait for the August trip to Utah to arrive.

My mental health has suffered immensely through these last couple of years, as you can imagine, it would for a person going through something like this. I have suffered in silence to the point a lot of family will be hearing about this for the first time and friends. I have some medical bills that we need help with from all the ER visits to help knock them down some.

Sadly, if a determination can be made by the specialist in Utah, it could possibly result in partial disability. Hopefully no more than partial disability because I very much enjoy being around people at work and thrive in social settings.

If any of you could find it in your hearts to help, I would be forever grateful.
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Justin McMillon
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Nampa, ID

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