A mum has opened up about her debilitating condition which has left her in excruciating pain every day and unable to play with her son.
Kate Mallinson fears she is missing out on her son Samuel's life with the youngster feeling guilty that he can't help his mum.
The 45-year-old has battled unbearable symptoms for the past 14 years where she struggles to hold up her own head due to intense pain.