Can hypertension be claimed as a disability if you are in active duty in the army?

Answer 1

If you did not have it prior to enlistment in the service and it began while in the service, you can claim it as a disability. But it will only be 10% or so, unless it is so high that you would explode if you moved,and that is hardly worth it. They will treat you with BP medications and, for the most part, that will work sufficiently.

If you are trying to get out of the service with it, good luck.

Answer 2

Based on the dictionary definition of, "A disadvantage or deficiency, especially a physical or mental impairment that interferes with or prevents normal achievement in a particular area," I would say no just because hypertension typically doesn't cause a physical impairment.

Hypertension can prevent you from different things in the military. I'm pretty sure you have to be absolutely perfect if you want to be a military pilot. You can't even get your private pilot's license with really bad hypertension.

If you are trying to use hypertension to your advantage, I'd say you're out of luck. If hypertension is going to cause you a disadvantage, I'd say that you're still out of luck.

Either way, good luck!

Answer 3

I know someone who got out and is getting disability due to hypertension.

Answer 4

It could be if you had no history before joining the services. If its been diagnose since joining it might be related to your work. The doctor will make the decision. MAKE SURE every sick call gets put into your record.

Answer 5

That would be up to the doctor who determines your profile.

Answer 6

no. it can easily be treated with medication, and minor lifestyle changes like diet and exerxise

Answer 7

Talk to someone in JAG.