M
Milan
Guest
Hello,
I have been exploring recruitment into the CF under the DEO option. At first glance I would be an excellent recruit. (well educated, excellent physical condition, good background etc)
Without going into too much detail, I was involved in an accident that resulted in 2 grand-mal seizures. The neurologist immediately prescribed phention (commonly known as Dilantin) and since compliance with the medication would legally allow me to operate a motor vehicle (after an appropriate suspension), I agreed.
It's many years later and I have been seizure free for well over a decade. Unfortunately, I am still on a low dose of the medication. My GP has set up an appointment with a neurologist to confirm his opinion that I may be weaned off the drug at any time.
1)If it is decided that I should wean myself off of the drug and apply to the CF without a medication dependency, will I have an average
chance of acceptance?
2)If I am still dependant on medication at the time of my medical exam/interview, will I have any chance at all?
The research I have done is inconclusive so I would GREATLY appreciate the input of forces personnel or anyone else who has any experience/knowledge in the area
M.
I have been exploring recruitment into the CF under the DEO option. At first glance I would be an excellent recruit. (well educated, excellent physical condition, good background etc)
Without going into too much detail, I was involved in an accident that resulted in 2 grand-mal seizures. The neurologist immediately prescribed phention (commonly known as Dilantin) and since compliance with the medication would legally allow me to operate a motor vehicle (after an appropriate suspension), I agreed.
It's many years later and I have been seizure free for well over a decade. Unfortunately, I am still on a low dose of the medication. My GP has set up an appointment with a neurologist to confirm his opinion that I may be weaned off the drug at any time.
1)If it is decided that I should wean myself off of the drug and apply to the CF without a medication dependency, will I have an average
chance of acceptance?
2)If I am still dependant on medication at the time of my medical exam/interview, will I have any chance at all?
The research I have done is inconclusive so I would GREATLY appreciate the input of forces personnel or anyone else who has any experience/knowledge in the area
M.