Does thyroid disease disqualify you in the military?
Here's the real answer. If it is hypothyroidism and is controlled by medication, it is not disqualifying. If it is hyperthyroidism, it is disqualifying. If it is thyroiditis, it is disqualifying. The source below is the medical standard covering these conditions of the endocrine system.
Can u join military. with thyroid. disease?
History of hyperthyroid is disqualifying, although if you have been treated (like you received radioactive iodine treatment) and are now either euthyroid (meaning normal tests and no medication) or hypothyroid (taking medication) and stable, you would be eligible for a waiver. Adding to be clear, hypothyroid that is controlled by medication does not require a waiver. As a matter of fact, the medication used to control hypothyroid is the ONLY medication that is allowed to be brought to boot-camp.
Can you join the military with a thyroid problem?
Any of the following thyroid problems are disqualifying without an approved waiver- Hyperinsulinism (251.1). Hyperparathyroidism (252.0) and hypoparathyroidism (252.1). Thyroid disorders. (1) Goiter, persistent or untreated (240). (2) Hypothyroidism, uncontrolled by medication (244). (3) Cretinism (243). (4) Hyperthyroidism (242). (5) Thyroiditis (245).
I had hyperthyroidism Can I join the military? PLEASE HELP!!!?
No, you cannot be on thyroid medication when you try to enlist. You must be off the medication for at least 12 months prior to being allowed entry. From DoD Directive 6130.03 Medical Standards for Appointment, Enlistment, or Induction in the Military Services Does not meet the standard if: Current hypothyroidism (244) uncontrolled by medication. Individuals with two normal thyroid stimulating hormone tests within the preceding 6 months DOES meet the standard. (34) Current or history of hyperthyroidism (242.9). In remission off of anti-thyroidal medication with normal thyroid function tests for a minimum of 12 months and without evidence of thyroid associated ophthalmopathy DOES meet the standard.
Can you have hyperthyroid or hypothyroid in the military?
i was thinking about joining but when i spoke to the air force recuiter, they told me i cant. i jus wanted to know if theres anybody in the military with thyroid disease or taking thyroid meds. thanks for the answers.
Military and Hypothyroid?
You can't outgrow Hashimoto's Disease, it is a genetic condition that is permanent and it escalates slowly throughout your life. Hashimoto's only makes people fat and listless when it goes a long time undiagnosed, unchecked Hashimoto's wrecks your metabolism. Because you caught it early and began medication you have been able to prevent it from screwing up your metabolism. As long as you stay on your medication (and have your T-levels checked regularly to make sure you're on the right dose!) you may not experience metabolism problems. You need to go to the doctor and get a new set of tests. If your T-numbers are elevated while on meds that means you might have been misdiagnosed and it would be worth it to go through a thorough re-testing. If they are normal while on meds, that means your Hashimoto's disease is progressing very slowly, but still there. As far as the Navy goes, Hashimoto's Disease is on the official medical disqualification list, but you will probably be able to get a waiver to join for a support job. I seriously doubt they would ever consider you for SEALs, though. SEALs take few waivers, if any. And you MUST disclose your diagnosis. They request medical records from your doctors, and if they find that you didn't disclose a medical condition like Hashimoto's, then you could be dishonorably discharged, which would make you ineligible for federal student financial aid forever.
Can someone join the military if they have hyperthyroidism?
Its not on the list of non-waiverable medical conditions, however, it wouldneed to be evaluated by a qualified military medical professional. Tell yiur recruiter about it, and see if you can still join.
I have graves disease, can I join the Army?
I am sorry you would not be able to join.
Can I join the military if I take blood thinners? I have a heart condition but I don't think it's that bad. I just can't run fast enough or carry weights. But I heard there are some other things you can do in the military?
From the Army perspective. Not likely.First, you cannot be on any medication when you report to BCT. The only exception is for Hypothyroidism and birth control. Anything that you are required to take in order to control a condition that is outside of the routine medications that would be taken for Hypothyroidism or to prevent pregnancy is not permitted. Since you require blood thinners, you would have to come off of those.Second, the medication is not the main issue. It is the underlying medical condition. You can't run fast enough. Well...that's a problem. You can't carry weights. That's a problem too. Everyone must be deployable and cannot be a burden or liability to those they are serving with. Anyone in the military may see combat or be put into extremely dangerous circumstances. From what you are saying, you could not even pass basic training-which is the easy part of serving in the military.