Can I deploy with a P2 profile?

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 10 Feb 2018 01:15:05 -0500

I have a P3 profile for nocturnal seizures after being sleep deprived. AR 40-501 states it can be reduced to a P2 stating no assignment to an area w/o medical treatment available after 1 year w/o seizures. I’m 2 years free & still trying to have it reduced.

I’m currently in TRADOC and wondering if I can deploy if I get it reduced to a P2. I have civilian doctors here who are no help.

Thank You!

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 10 at 2018 1:23 AM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 10 Feb 2018 01:23:47 -0500

I apologize for shortening some of the words in my post due to the character limit.

AR-501 states:

“Once the Soldier has been seizure free for 1 year, the profile may be reduced to a P–2 profile with restrictions specifying no assignment to an area where medical treatment is not available.”

“ If the Soldier has remained seizure free for 36 months, they may be removed from profile restrictions.”

As stated, I have been seizure free for 2 years now but still having trouble having my P3 reduced to a P2, which I qualify for. I PCS’d from my last unit on short notice to reclass and now my doctor is civilian. He is telling me he is not supposed to change a student’s profile but if I get a follow-up to confirm I’m ok then he may be able to.

I do not want to get to my first unit after my reclass and us come down on orders for a deployment, only to find out I’m non-deployable and become a burden on the unit.

So would I be able to deploy on a P2 profile?

In April 2019, I qualify for my profile to be removed of restrictions. I’m assuming I’d at least be deployable then, correct?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2018 4:12 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 04:12:40 -0500

P3 for Seizures? No MEB?

Your lucky your still in.

Nocturnal seizures are not likely due to lack of sleep. Its a real form of epilepsy. and it is disqualifying for service.

So....IDK. Maybe you shouldn't worry about deploying.

Deployments always have the opportunity for sleep deprivation. these seizures could manifest while conscious and operating weapons, equipment or vehicles.
Maybe, for everyones benefit. you should retire.

I know that's harsh but its not only about you. its about the mission and troops around you.

I don't want to be a Debbie Downer but from you info that's what I got.

Sorry about your condition

MSG Bo