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    New medication

    My case was submitted to AFPC on March 18th, on the 23rd of April I was prescribed a new medication from my rheumatologist (I have diagnosed fibromyalgia) will this cause any issues?
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    Possible Admin Sep instead of MEB

    Hi I have an odd one. I have sevre nerve pain(caused by the military) that caused me to have mental issues due to the pain and having to fight out awful medial here. I’m finally out on a MEB but they are saying it could be a possible admin discharge because of pre-existing issues (ADHD) I don’t...
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    Buckley SFB MEB Timeline MH

    I am still trying to understand and research as much as I can about the process and likelihood of me getting out based on my current submitted package. Looking at other's timelines is the only thing keeping me sane and my anxiety somewhat in check. My NARSUM package doesn't fully exhibit the...
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    IDES vs LDES

    I was wondering if someone could explain to me like I am 5 years old, the difference between the Integrated DES and the Legacy DES. If you elect the LDES which, from what I am seeing, goes much quicker are you locked into that DOD rating forever? How does that effect the medically retired vs...
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    Cold Urticaria Process & Retainability

    I am in the Air Force and recently went to my allergist and was diagnosed with cold urticaria and given an epi-pen for “risk of anaphylaxis”. I was also given antihistamines which seem to be working pretty well. I was also given nasal sprays for my other allergies (dogs/cats). My question is...
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    JBLE Timeline-Cervicalgia

    Long time lurker, first time posting. here is my timeline so far 15 Oct 23-Symptons onset Lots of appointments, medications, therapy, imaging 14 November 24-ACDF Surgery 10 March 25-Referred to AMRO Board 22 July 25-NARSUM Submitted 25 July 25-IRILO Notification-Full MEB Directed 30 July 25-DAF...
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    MEB/PEB Timeline w/ VARR

    My timeline is below! I am an AD USAF O-3 with Crohn's Disease and a loop ileostomy. 8 Apr 2024 - Initial Review In Lieu Of (IRILO) Medical Board 3 May 2024 - Returned to duty ~Lots of health battles starting in September 2024~ 25 Feb 2025 - Continuation of Military Medical Observation and Care...
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    Incorrect rank on DD214?

    Hello everyone, As I am rapidly approaching my retirement date/DOS, I was also recently selected for promotion. I have already recieved confirmation from AFPC that they will be amending my orders to reflect my new rank, however my MPF has stated that the DD214 is for the current period of...
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    RTD but starting Humira

    Hey all, active duty Air Force. Recently RTD with C2 for Rheumatoid Arthritis earlier this year. At the time I was just on Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine), since have also tried CellCept in addition to Plaquenil to no avail. My rheumatologist told me I’d be starting Humira at the end of the...
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    Migraines - AD CONUS Air Force Timeline

    7/2022 - Headaches started while overseas. 12/2022 - Migraines started to get worse along with cognitive effects. Was seen by PCM, started papertrail. 8/2023 - Seen by new PCM when back stateside to start all sorts of tests and migraine medicines. 10/25/2024 - Code 37 applied after trying...
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    AD PTSD/MDD Hurlburt/NAS Pensacola (GSU) Timeline

    Currently Stationed at NAS Pensacola, Hurburt Field PEBLO is my POC. Figured I would finally add my timeline to compare with others! PTSD/MDD/TMJ Diagnosis/Treatment - September 2023 Local AMRO Board/Code 37/ NARSUM - Jan 2025 CIS – Feb 12 IRLILO - between these dates at some point First...
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    Pay Questions after Retirement.

    Last active duty day is 23 May. I’m 50% DoD and 90% proposed VA. I’ve reached out to my local finance office, called DFAS, nobody has answers. Looked on this forum and I see that I’ll probably get the VA payments…end of July. Last active duty check somewhere between 2-4 weeks after final...
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    Active USAF, Mental Health + Physical ailments timeline

    Aloha, I've been a guest on these pages for a while and thought I would go ahead and post something. Sept '22 - Start Mental Health care after PCSing in the summer. Feb '23 - MH provider recommends 'higher level of care' Mar '23 - Voluntarily admitted to the Meadows Behavioral Health Care, Main...
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    Timeline

    Hi! Long time lurker like many others but I figure I’m at a point where I have a solid timeline so here’s mine! August 6, 2024- Referral to AMRO September 4, 2024- Code 37/Profile Updated October 25, 2024- Recommended for Full MEB by AFPC October 31 2024- Med board briefing November 7...
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    Insomnia Diagnosis

    So, I have recently been put up for MEB. I am trying to get a timeline and what to expect. Unfortunately, I have only been in 3 1/2 years, and I was diagnosed with moderate to extreme insomnia in sept 2024. They tried ambien, cognitive behavioral therapy, and now a new sleeping medication...
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    VARR question

    Hey everyone, Got my results back. 50%DoD and 90% VA. Referred condition was lumbar spondylosis. I got 40% for main back issue and 10% each leg for radiculopathy. My ODC lawyer mentioned I could try to get 40% each leg if I get a letter confirming severity by my neurosurgeon. Has anyone...
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    CONUS Timeline

    I will provide updates on significant events. Thanks everyone for the good info! 30 Jan 2025 - Code 37, I was told they are starting my IRILO due to heat-induced hives and chronic autoimmune urticaria(humira) 06 Mar 2025 - Narsum signed Do not retain.
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    Fibro Freakout

    My PCM just submitted my NARSUM Feb 13th and my commander sent up my CIS Feb 19th. I know I have a long road ahead of me but basically the point of me making this thread is because I feel absolutely clueless and feel like I should be doing something. To provide some background on my situation...
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    When do people receive AF Severance pay?

    Hello, I'm reaching out to see if anyone knows if folks' severance checks are part of their last paycheck that’s delayed or when one could expect to receive them. DFAS and my local AF base finance weren’t helpful at all.
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    AF IRILO - Ankylosing spondylitis

    I'm active duty Air Force (5 years) and was recently referred to an IRILO for a diagnosis of Ankylosing spondylitis. I've been on Humira for about 6 months now. In the upcoming weeks I will asking my CC for an impact statement. A few questions that I have are: - I'm worried the NARSUM will try...
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