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Hi Anonymous,

I'm sorry you have MCS. And I'm sorry you've been dismissed by doctors. I know that's a very common thing for many people with MCS, and for people with other invisible illnesses.

I have CFS myself and have also run into that wall of disbelief and disinterest. I know what you're talking about and I know it's real and a huge problem for chronically sick people.

There are some doctors though who will diagnose MCS. There aren't many that I've heard of but there are a few. Even with a diagnosis, I know that applying for benefits doesn't necessarily work out.

I am genuinely sorry to hear that you can't get benefits. I was in the same situation when I applied. I was desperately sick, but I couldn't prove it either.

Fortunately I have recovered enough to be able to earn some money again. Many don't.

They say there is no proof, but all they'd have to do is sit and watch you for a couple of days and they'd see the proof, the disabilities and dysfunction you have to deal with. I don't blame you for being angry.

Thank you for writing.