waiver for crohn's disease
Has anyone ever heard of a waiver being granted for (D161.40) History of regional enteritis (Crohn's disease)? My son has a conditional appointment to the USMMA with the exception of his medical. He...
View ArticleSports induced asthma?
During my freshman year of high school I was diagnosed with sports induced asthma. Although I only got out of breath due to being out of shape and now I can breathe just fine after running. I only used...
View ArticleDoDMERB for DQ'd re-applicant - What's Needed?
Searched for old posts on this...unsuccessful. DS is re-applicant. Last year was DQ'd medically. Wondering what the DoDMERB for re-applicants looks like. DS has heard it's anywhere from a simple form...
View ArticleDS DODMERB qualified now has a inguinal hernia surgery.
Anyone have any experience of injuries after being dodmerb qualified?
View ArticleDoDMERB and applying to multiple academies
DS has applied to both USAFA and USNA. This morning we have noticed that his DoDMERB status has changed to QUALIFIED for USNA and still has Remedial Requested for USAFA. Is it possible to be qualified...
View ArticleAlcohol and Marijuana
I am currently completing my medical history and have a few questions about the alcohol and marijuana use questions. Alcohol: I've drank small amounts of alcohol for several years. My parents have been...
View ArticleDD needs to retest eyesight after passing DODMERB
My DD passed theDODMERB this past summer. She’s now complaining of blurred vision looking at the white board at school, and the words at the bottom of TV news, for example. We plan on getting her eyes...
View ArticleEczema DQ
Hi, Does anyone have any experience getting a medical waiver for eczema? My DS has a 4-year Air Force ROTC and 4-year Naval ROTC scholarship (and we are waiting on the Army); however, he was just DQ'd...
View ArticleMEPS vs. DoDMERB
Hello all. I am a senior in high school and in addition to applying for ROTC scholarships for college, I also signed my DEP enlistment with the Air Force as one of my backup plans. I went to MEPS, took...
View ArticleDQ'd for Astigmatism
My DD just checked her file and found out she has been medically disqualified for astigmatism. Her left eye was a -3.75 and right eye was -2.75; however, corrects to 20/20 with contacts or glasses....
View ArticleRecently had DoDMERB exam, will I be DQ'ed?
Hello, I had my DoDMERB exam this past Monday, and I am worried I will be DQ'ed. I wear glasses, and have astigmatism. I have heard that the DQ for astigmatism is +/- 3.00, I am -1.25 but I am still...
View ArticleWaiver Timeframe?
The Air Force Academy requested a waiver on my son November 12. How long does it typically take for a waiver decision to be rendered?
View ArticleConfusing Asthma story, DoDMERB and MEPS
Hey all, I'm new to this forum but I think it's safe to say I've read EVERY post on here about asthma waivers and what to do. My story is kind of odd so I'm hoping I can get some of you to weigh in on...
View ArticleShould we Test for Asthma or Wait ?
My son has started the process of applying to the academies. He has worked very hard to achieve a high percentage of the required skills/scores etc. We recently took him to the Dr. for a simple toe...
View ArticleRequired Spirometry Standard to avoid DQ?
My son had to get a spirometry as a remedial by DoDMERB due to a history of childhood asthma and a positive TB test with a lung nodule when he was younger. The physician said he did fine. However,...
View Articleallergy waiver
Hi, just wondering from applicants past experiences which academy / rotc is more likely to offer a fish allergy waiver, if any. Applying to usma, usna, usmma, uscga, nrotc. Thanks
View ArticleMedical Waiver
Hello! I have a few questions about my DS application. He received a Senator's nomination as well as a Congressional nom. to USNA and did outstanding on his CFA. He is physically and mentally...
View ArticleWhat are my chances of a qualification?
Hello, I am a senior in High School in the process of applying to the Air Force Academy. I have my medical examination on the 9th of January, and I wanted to know what my chances were. Asthma: I was...
View Articlemenstrual cramps and medication disqualifying?
Hello Any input if taking medicines for menstrual cramps will disqualify a candidate? Example birth control pills or strong prescription anti inflammatories like Anaprox (a prescription form of advil)...
View ArticleIs surgery after getting the medical exam allowed?
Im asking because I've seen other people talk about how a simple surgery a few years ago got them disqualified and I don't know if it'll get in the way at all. It isn't a mandatory surgery.
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