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I guess I need a waiver for childhood asthma, what is the best way to go about obtaining one for ROTC? I know it is possible to get one so I don't want any of this "its impossible" crap. I'm transferring a better college soon and I will be attending ROTC so I just wanted to know if there is anyone else out there who has had to get a waiver and if there are any tips you might offer. I'm about as physically fit as you can be and I've been a firefighter for two seasons now. Its a good job, but I know the military is for me. Thanks for any helpful info you might offer!

SPC Burn It replied: "When you get to ROTC the person who does the paperwork and stuff will hook you up with a doctor's appointment to get a waiver. You will not need a waiver untill you are almost ready to contract in your 3rd year. (2nd with the right amount of hours) You will take what is called a "Dahmner Physical" (I'm not sure if Dahmner is spell right, never seen it written. Dom-Ner) and they will get you one then."

jbdb2494 replied: "The only person who can give a military waiver for anything is a military doctor. You will have to go through the ROTC department for an appointment. I am not sure which branch will accept childhood asthma, but I do know that as of January 1st, the Air Force and Marine Corps did not unless there is no medical record of it."

rockandroll58-79 replied: "See your family doctor and then go to your nearest US Military Recruiter and they will give you the information that you need and all of the necessary forms to fill out. Your family doctor can provide your medical history to the US Military doctors!!"

Derlick replied: "you are gonna need all the documents first, talk to your nearest recruiter he can help you get started. Was this after you were 13 years old? If you had asthma before then it doesn't matter."

ducky replied: "Find the right Doctor."

bigski37 replied: "I am a On Campus Army recruiter. I worl directly with ROTC at a California University. Childhood asthma is waiverable, and isnt that hard of a waiver. Schedule an appointment with your ROTC officer at the campus. Email me if you have any questions ROTC is a great option."

Mike A replied: "You will need to get your own private doctor to set up a methacoline (probably spelled wrong) challenge test and take the results to the MEPS with you when you take the physical. Provide the results to your recruiter prior to going to the MEPS so that he/she can request a medical review and quite possibly start the required waiver process."

Will Very Mild Asthma affect whether or not i can get an ROTC scholarship? Even if I can pass the physical test?

Tyler replied: "If you've shown traces after 13, you won't get in If you haven't, you're good"

John gibson @foxnews.crap replied: "yes it will you can not be taking any medication and get into the military"

Bobby T replied: "If it's real mild, I wouldn't mention it... if it becomes an issue later, deal with it then. But if it's Very Mild, and you can still pass all physical tests, they'll never know. So just say you don't have it and you'll be fine."

my friends call me Gio replied: "Yep. If there is any documentation of Asthma after 13 yer done. Don't bother."

Bull replied: "First answerer was right. If you have had traces of it or any problems after the age of 13 then the answer is no. If you've been clear for quite some time then you shouldn't have a problem. You need to tell them. Otherwise if they find you out you will be discharged and be charged with fraudulent enlistment. Which could be some serious charges."

Private replied: "Always be honest going in if nothing else because of military law which is about securing your future and that does mean your health. I mention military law because later, if something did happen and you were to be discharged it *could* be looked upon as a fraudulent entry. This occurs when a service member enlists or is inducted by concealing or omitting facts which would have resulted in rejection if revealed to the military."

Even though I am a Combat MOS with tour experience, could asthma keep me out of ROTC? Can I go to a doctor here in the Army or am I better off just getting an Inhailer from a civilian doctor and keeping it between me and my COC. I really want to be an officer but im afraid to say anything cause im afraid my acceptance will be denied.

leadsailspaperanchors replied: "what the hell how did you get to the regular military with asthma in the first place??? because im joiing i have to lie about it cause they wont let me in if i tell them :X"

Hung Over replied: "Stop your belly aching. Just get on with it. Forget who gives you the inhaler. Don't try to lie about it. Just man up and apply for what you want. If you get it great, if not, it is the Army's loss. Don't play games with your career."

djk_dragon replied: "to be honest, if you can get away with it, do not tell the army. I have a friend who had to reschedule a second physical because of, of all things, acne. As you should already know, its better if the army knows as little about you as possible in order to keep out of 'complications'."

doggy replied: "dont worry you should be fine, to be an officer all you really need is a degree and to be in good shape for office training weeks, i would recomend going to the army doctor because he can connect more with you, good luck man."

DODMERB Question/Asthma (Army ROTC scholarship)? Hello, I have a few questions regarding the DODMERB portion of the ROTC scholarship application: I received the packet from DODMERB a few days ago and completed my exam yesterday. On the form I said I had asthma as a child and the doctor thoroughly examined that condition for me. He performed a Spirometry and PFT on me which both came out as 90% FEV (right acronym?) He said that normal is at least 70% and that 90% was very good. He said he doesn't see any reason why DODMERB should disqualify me. Mind you this was a military Doctor (Captain in the USAF to be specific) saying all this. I was wondering if I really could get disqualified? Cause he noted that i had a "history of childhood asthma, does not use inhalers regularly, performed spirometry and PFT today at clinic, results show no sign of asthma and is normal (90%)" thanks. PS Thank you for your answer. Yes, I getting back shape, I run at least a mile every day starting a few months back, and my mile is under 10 minutes (Presidential fitness test limit for scholarship is 10 mins)

SP replied: "I served in the Navy with a few people who had asthma. I am not so sure that you'll be disqualified (that's up to the board). It's definitely a possibility, but with a 90% FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume in 1.0 second), I can't think of a reason to disqualify, but I am not a doctor. The doctor did close his remarks with "normal, " according to your report. Considering that you don't use any bronchodilator/inhalers, I would bet on receiving pass on the medical exam. If you are deemed disqualified due to some medical condition XYZ, and you really want to get into the Army (or other branch), you might consider applying for a waiver for that condition. Every rule in the military seems to have a provision for considering waivers (which does not mean that you'll get a wavier, but there is likely a process for applying for it). One of the keys to continuing is...are you in shape and can you kick some a-- on the physical fitness tests? My son has exercise induced asthma, which is a nuisance, but it doesn't stop him from playing soccer and baseball. Good luck!"

air force rotc and non-problematic asthma? ((Sorry post is so long. Bear with me, please?)) : ) I was diagnosed with asthma at a very young age, 4 at the latest. I started using an albuterol inhaler. I went to the hospital a few times as a kid, but I also spent the first 16 years of my life living under high stress conditions, with smokers, and pets. Other than my prescriptions, I believe the last thing recorded in my medical history that's asthma related would be around when I was in seventh grade, I went to the hospital overnight. I must have been 13, or at the oldest, two months into age 14. After that, in addition to my inhaler, I started taking Advair; I don't know the details about it, but apparently it makes my breathing better if I use it twice a day. When I was 16, I was to the hospital, but that was for eczema related problems. -___-;; From what I remember, they weren't concerned with my asthma while I was there. So, I am 18 now. I've never used the Advair regularly...I use it maybe once every six weeks because I see it lying on the floor or something. As for my inhaler, it is only around in case of emergency. Like, if you put a cat in my face (i'm allergic) and made me breathe the cat I'd have to use the inhaler, but other than that things like exercise, weather, and stress don't really irritate my asthma. So, my question is: If I show no dependence on an inhaler or any medications and I meet the physical/fitness requirements, What are my chances of being able to get into Air Force ROTC in college?

Mr Puma replied: "Military Medical Standards for Enlistment & Commission Lungs, chest wall, pleura, and mediastinum The disqualifying medical conditions are listed below. The International Classification of Disease (ICD) codes are listed in parentheses following each standard. The causes for rejection for appointment, enlistment, and induction (without an approved waiver) are an authenticated history of: d. Asthma, (493), including reactive airway disease, exercise induced bronchospasm or asthmatic bronchitis, reliably diagnosedat any age. Reliable diagnostic criteria should consist of any of the following elements: (1) Substantiated history of cough, wheeze, and/or dyspnea that persists or recurs over a prolonged period of time, generally more than 6 months. (2) If the diagnosis of asthma is in doubt, a test for reversible airflow obstruction (greater than a 15 percent increase in forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEVI) following administration of an inhaled bronchodilator) or airway hyperactivity (exaggerated decrease in airflow induced by standard bronchoprovocation challenge such as methacholine inhalation or a demonstration of exercise-induced bronchospasm) must be performed. Guide Note:Up until just a few years ago, receiving a medical waiver for asthma was virtually impossible. That's still the case, if the applicant *currently* has asthma, or if they have a history of asthma that was reliably diagnosed, after their 13th birthday. Under new MEPS policy, dated 4 June 2004, asthma is a disqualifier, only if it was present after the 13th birthday. Applicants with a history of asthma will be required to sign an official statement, certifying that there have been no attacks (including exercise induced asthma) since the age of 13."

Troy H replied: "Any asthma after age 12 is permanently disqualifying and will need a medical waiver, no ifs, ands, or buts. Eczema that made you go to the hospital is probably just as serious."

father2twins replied: "I have been active duty for 14 years now, and got a waiver for asthma back in 1994. So it is possible, however, it will depend if the service needs you, and if the recruiter wants to go through the hassle. if he is meeting his "goal", he may not want to waste the time processing medical waivers,"

Want to enter ROTC, was diagnosed with Asthma years ago.? I'm a 2nd year college student looking to join the ROTC and go into the Army after I graduate. I was talking to my mother today about different requirements. The captain I spoke to assured me that a waiver for a speeding ticket I got a year ago would be easy to come by. However, he asked about whether I had been diagnosed with asthma after the age of 13. I told him I had seen a doctor for asthma when I was younger, but couldn't remember what the age was or whether I was decidedly diagnosed. After speaking to my mother, she believes I was 14 or 15, and I was diagnosed. However, it hasn't played a decisive role in my life since. I also think my mother may have pushed for the diagnosis. Will I be re-examined because the diagnosis is so old and a non-factor in my current life, or will I simply be disqualified? Thanks to all who've answered already, I'm interested in information like the third response. Is it possible to get re-diagnosed by a doctor since I do not believe I have asthma? Would I have to do this before applying for ROTC?

franky2x replied: "I will answer you by NOT answering - read on. Asthma is generally a disqualifier. Some contend that Asthma after 13 is disqualifying. THEY WON'T AND CANT PULL UP YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY. YOU HAVE TO TELL THEM ABOUT IT TO RAISE A RED FLAG TO BEGIN WITH Many people lie about asthma and serve with no problem. Many people lie about asthma and get kicked out when they develop a problem in the gas chamber, or somewhere etc. You decide what to do. ***** OF course you can go back to a doctor BEFORE you go to ROTC and get re evaluated for it. Maybe your Mom just jumped the gun etc."

Yak Rider replied: "If you admit to asthma after age 13 they'll disqualify you. If you lie you might be fine or you might have a lot of problems when exposed to training environments or the real thing in the Middle East, at which point you'll be kicked out. If they find out you lied, and you took an ROTC scholarship or other financial aid, watch out. At a minimum you'll have to repay it with interest."

Erika R replied: "Yes you can be disqualified because of the fact you may have been diagnosed after 13 BUT you could go to a doctor and get screened to see if you have asthma and if do not have asthma you will have to bring the paper work with a seal on it from the doctor to your recruiter that states you don't have asthma. I wouldnt go to basic training if your not sure if I were you because I remember when I was in basic my platoon had to step it out (speed walk) about ten blocks to MCMAP (martial arts training) and this girl had a small asthma attack and she got sent home. So if your in doubt I suggest you go to your doctor and have him/her check you out before you try the military. And if it tests you have asthma keep your head up and try something else but if you don't then good luck to you. Most likely you couldve had bronchitus because that is often mistaken by doctors as having asthma I was in the same situation your in now and my case was bronchitus."

Hi, Im trying to join the Rotc Navy but I have asthma...is there anyway getting around this...? I was diagnosed at around 13 yrs old but its not serious, it was weight related but I have since gotten in good shape and would have no problems with PT. My doctor did notice a little wheezing on my last physical however...any input here?

jherder2@att.net replied: "keep working out,get some medication,go sign up good luck"

slitslutbucket replied: "Try Clariton"

Asthma medical wavier, Army ROTC? I am currently a first year Cadet in Army ROTC and was just informed that I am being disqualified for having asthma. I was issued a methacholine challenge test and failed it with a 23% which is 3 percent over where its allowed to be. I sent the test results in to cadet command anyways to see if they will give me a wavier. Because I barely failed. I also have a note included with the test from a colonel stating that he thinks I can perform just fine. It also includes my PT score, which is a 273/300. Will cadet command issue me a wavier or am i getting my hopes up for nothing?

Matt A replied: "Lets hope they do. I spent 4 years active duty and 4 years reserve. I am now a respiratory therapist. I have never seen a waver for asthma in the military. Good luck"

When I was Twelve or Thirteen, My Doctor Said I Had Asthma, Would This Affect Me Getting Into ARMY ROTC? My Doctor never gave me a breathing test or anything. Also then I was more than 30 pounds over weight. I'm just wondering because I've never had an attack or anything. I had a prescription for Albuterol but never used it, and only got two refills because I lost the inhaler. Thanks! Thanks

Tyler replied: "If there is no evidence of asthma after 13, you're fine If there is evidence of it happening after 13, you're DQed"

Susan replied: "If you can hide it, there is no big deal. My husband joined the Army after having asthma as a child."

Benjie Bentley IV replied: "I suggest that you spend the money and have a civilian doctor test you and assess you for asthma! If you are clear and have the written documentation, then you are good to go!"

Proper Gentleman replied: "The concern you SHOULD have is can you handle the physical regimen required, due to asthma OR being overweight? Either one is enough to complicate the issue, and I guarantee you, if you get into boot camp and hid your asthma, it WILL show up right quick, say in your first 10 mile run."

Kim replied: "If you tell them. You can say no and get in and get an inhaler prescribed after."

Rachel Ravage replied: "No. Unless you disclose it. The Doctor at MEPS will ask if this is chronic or acute in nature meaning after your youth and you grew out of many types of allergies, your asthma has subsided & no further followup. Now if you are on a prescribed medication and you disclose that to MEPS it may lead to disqualification and the term "may" is a broad term."

drake_greene replied: "Many people outgrow child hood asthma. If you are clear to pass the physical, and don't suffer an attack or any other problems during your training you should not have any trouble. Many times as a child you may have asthmatic bronchitis, which is asthma attacks which are caused by another illness. A chest cold or such. Pluracy, Pneumonia, there can be many types of "Asthma" which are temporary. That said, if you have had asthma attacks in the past be aware that allergies, and change in climate may trigger attacks in the future, so be honest with your self as well. It would suck to have world war 3 break out in Brazil and find out that in warm humid climates you have asthma."

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