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I am in a TPU and have been diagnosed with severe proctitis. I have most of the symptoms listed in 40-501 that requires an MEB except I haven't been hospitalized. I do not want to be medically discharged, but after my annual physical, I was put on a permanent profile with PULHES of 311121 and listed as non-deployable. I have 13 years in, MOSQ 35D. I have never missed any work, and have passed all my APFTs. My condition is improving, but I am not in remission after 11 months of treatment. What are my chances that I will be able to stay in and retire? What can I do to increase my chances prior to the MEB? Thank you in advance for your response.
Luke,
I'm sorry you have to have the pain and discomfort of Proctitis. I can't imagine you'd face a MEB just because of it. Mostly because many people experience long remissions, even without medication. Proctitis may sometimes mysteriously resolve itself ("burn out") after a long history of symptoms.
Having said that, strange things have happened at MEBs. Sometimes I wonder if they really are physicians.
I'd like to say you shouldn't have any problem, but I'm not in charge there. You may indeed have to fight for a waiver to remain in your MOS, but that should be your only fight.
I wish you well and thanks for your service.
Colonel H
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MARK A. HOWELL
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