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I have lupus, but it has not been active in three years now. I was in the Army. I was not discharged for the Lupus. I was thinking about joining the Guards. Will I be able to get in.
The regulation says lupus is a bar to enlistment, but it leaves doctors latitude in determining the severity of your condition. You really should bring your complete medical records along with other documentation to MEPS and see what the doctor there says. Don't be surprised if it is a difficult ordeal to get back in.
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Answers by Expert:
Aaron Shifferly
Expertise
I am currently an active duty Army Captain in the Military Police Field. I have been enlisted (Military Intelligence) and attended The United States Military Academy at West Point. I can answer questions related to the Army, posting, jobs, lifestyle, workings... pretty much anything you can throw at me with the exception of very specific recruting or medical questions. I have no expertise in what it takes to get in the military other than the fact that I, myself, joined at one point in time.
Experience
I have experience in both deployed and garrision environments as a Military Police Officer.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Arabic and French from United States Military Academy at West Point.
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