Can I go Cav Scout with Minor Acid Reflux?

Evan Duda — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 18:41:04 -0400

I was diagnosed with acid reflux when I was like 5 or 6. Nowadays, I can go without medication just fine. Worst case scenario: I have to clear my throat or cough occasionally. Cav Scout Requires a PULHES of 111121 and I'm worried that the fact that I still take medicine for it (at least, I should be; most of the time I forget/skip) will disqualify me for Cavalry Scout, perhaps making me 211121 or whatnot.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2018 6:44 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 18:44:50 -0400

The only way to find out is when you go through MEPS, if you haven't already done so.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 13 at 2018 10:22 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 22:22:17 -0400

Evan Duda When you talk to the recruiter, be completely honest about your medical condition.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jul 13 at 2018 10:46 PM

CAPT Kevin B. — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 22:46:29 -0400

Just look at the disqualifying conditions that you can Google. Don't think that is on it. BTW, acid reflux kills over time. Nothing wrong with taking the daily pill. You don't need the cancer or bypass later in life. Too much to live for. You should see the crap MILs have that is controlled, hence OK. Reflux is Bush League.

Response by SFC Joseph Weber made Jul 14 at 2018 1:32 PM

SFC Joseph Weber — Sat, 14 Jul 2018 13:32:19 -0400

Things may have changed but when I was a recruiter you could not join the Military if you were required to take medication full time for anything. Go talk to a recruiter.