Posted on Sep 10, 2020
SPC Onel Cruz
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MSG Intermediate Care Technician
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Possible. That will be a decision made by your PCM and the Med Board if it gets to that. It'll certainly make you less likely to deploy to an austere environment.
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LTC Field Artillery Officer
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It's possible to be discharged for "high BP" but usually one can get it under control with medication, dietary changes, and a good exercise regimen. Then if you maintain it in a normal level, they would have no reason to boot anyone.
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SMSgt Jd Reese
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Sure, having high blood pressure can sometimes be grounds for a medical discharge, depending on how it affects your ability to perform your duties and the potential risks involved. In my case, I faced similar issues and had to make some lifestyle adjustments to manage my blood pressure effectively. This included regular exercise, dietary changes, and monitoring my health closely under medical guidance.
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