I have hyperthyroidism. My thyroid distributes too much hormones. Its nothing life threatening and it really isnt serious. I have to take this pill for life. I was wondering if i could still join the Navy with this.
2007-10-18 06:11:13 · 7 answers · asked by Fab 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Current hypothyroidism uncontrolled by medication is disqualifying, per the source below. I would suggest if it is controlled by medication you get the lab results from your doctor to document that prior to getting your physical done.
2007-10-18 09:37:33 · answer #1 · answered by desertviking_00 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a Navy recruiter could give you a medical Waiver to allow you to join with your hyperthyroidism. but your best bet is to ask a Navy Recruiter
2007-10-18 06:33:22 · answer #2 · answered by A1C J$TR 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sadly enough I think this is one of the things that will disqualify you, you may be able to get a waiver, but doubt full when you have to take a pill for life, Uncle Same doesn't want to pay for this sort of thing, but dont take any bodies word for it, everybody has a different experience, and believe me, things with the army change ALOT!! Good Luck to ya though!
2007-10-18 06:18:35 · answer #3 · answered by Cody B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with you local recruiter. There are some medical issues that will keep you out. Others that won't.
2007-10-18 06:15:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't join because you have to be off of all medications during boot camp. Sorry.
2007-10-18 06:32:39 · answer #5 · answered by rachel b 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i can't imagine that that would keep you from being able to join the navy.
2007-10-18 06:13:55 · answer #6 · answered by Liberty Belle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to your recruiter and have him call your doctor and give permission to doc to talk
2007-10-18 07:56:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋