Can being diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis keep you from going on a combat deployment?
Yes, depending on the severity of your symptoms and the requirements of the specific combat deployment, being diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis could prevent you from going on a combat deployment.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the spine and joints. It can cause pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the back, neck, and other areas of the body. In severe cases, it can lead to spinal fusion and disability.
The military requires that all personnel be physically and mentally fit for duty. This includes being able to perform the essential tasks of your job without restrictions. If your ankylosing spondylitis is severe enough that it interferes with your ability to do your job, you may be deemed unfit for duty and could be prevented from going on a combat deployment.
The decision of whether or not you are fit for duty will be made by a military medical provider. The provider will consider your symptoms, the severity of your disease, and the requirements of the specific combat deployment. If you have any concerns about your fitness for duty, you should talk to your medical provider.
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