Eczema & Army?

Question

So I have severe eczema right now and I am taking a steroid cream and atarax, and they help a little as in the skin is more red and inflamed (about 35% of my legs), but not cracked and bleeding.

The thing that worries me is that it is severe and I found somewhere if you have it on your hands, you can be disqualified. I don't currently have it on my hands, but from 5th grade to 9th grade, I did have it on my left hand (back of the hand, center finger, and ring finger) plus a little bit around the wrist to pinky on the right hand. I've also had it on my elbow, knees, toes, back of the neck, and a small patch on my shoulder throughout my lifetime (it travels even though it supposedly doesn't.)

Does anyone know of anyone who has a severe case like me in The Army or any branch? I did score high on the practice test so does The Army make exceptions? I should be having my physical soon.

Answer 1

yes they do, if there is a will, there is a way. i imagine something as trivial as eczema will be overlooked. you may need a waiver, but with good test scores it shouldnt be a problem. if your recruiter is sending you to a physical, i assume he believes you should get in.

Answer 2

My little boy had eczema on his cheeks. I was not sure what method to use but I didn't want to make my boy go through any surgery treatments at this young age. Some suggested a plastic surgeon since it was in a very visible location but our family doctor recommend this natural guide.

Best Eczema Treatment?

Answer 3

Current or history of eczema past the 9th birthday is disqualifying for entry into the armed forces.

Answer 4

You should notify your recruiter, boot-camp C/O or NCO, or call the Army Hospital and talk to a Medical Officer (Physician)....

Answer 5

hey, ive got a fren jus like u. u can get ayurvedic pills off the shelf for your condition... u can control it...
try watsons.