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Comment by Steve Roy on May 8, 2015 at 9:38pm

Thanks Tom for the info I will pass it on to Cam. And yes Todd times have changed. I remember when I went in I also had acne but had no problems getting in. Thanks to all who responded it definitely helps.

Comment by Navy Dads Co-Admin Tom on May 8, 2015 at 9:32pm

I was unaware of this...but here is the information regarding acne:

The causes for rejection for appointment, enlistment, and induction are:

a. Acne, severe, or when extensive involvement of the neck, shoulders, chest, or back would be aggravated by or interfere with the wearing of military equipment, and would not be amenable to treatment. Patients under treatment with isotretinoin (Accutane) are medically unacceptable until 8 weeks after completion of course of therapy

Comment by Todd Hutchins on May 8, 2015 at 9:30pm

Sorry to hear that, Steven. They're really picky about cuts and open sores. I remember Kasea had to be so careful about getting any type of injury. The slightest cut could have delayed her. When I was in, they didn't care. Have times changed?!?

Comment by Steve Roy on May 8, 2015 at 9:26pm

Thank you. And we haven't given up. He may have to put it off for a bit but he is determined to serve and God willing he will.

Comment by David McNeill on May 8, 2015 at 8:59pm

Steven, sorry to hear that. I don't have any answers. Must be devastating for him. My heart goes out. But we have to think its all for the best; I'm sure you're telling him not to give up. There's a lesson and a way forward in there somewhere. All the best to him and you.

Comment by Steve Roy on May 8, 2015 at 7:21pm

The problem is he can't even join up right now. Due to the acne they won't let him sign a contract to go to bootcamp.

Comment by Steve Roy on May 8, 2015 at 6:06pm

Well apparently Riverines isn't an option anyways at this point. My son went to MEPS and was told he couldn't get in because of acne. He was told he may get a waiver but that was also denied. Is there anything else he can do? He is pretty bummed out right now.

Comment by Steve Roy on May 4, 2015 at 4:17pm

Thanks I'll give him the information. I do appreciate everybody that has responded. This is the first place I've been able to get good information on this subject.

Comment by Navy Dads Co-Admin Tom on May 4, 2015 at 10:32am

David is correct. It will be a matter of available orders towards the end of A School. He does not have to strike for a different rate. The higher his class rank in  A School, the more choices he will have as to orders. he will want Expeditionary when the time comes. Best of luck to him!

Comment by Steve Roy on May 3, 2015 at 8:45pm

Thank you very much. That helps a lot. I'll tell my son this information. Thanks again..

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