I’ve been seen by two separate civilian specialists over the past 6 months and have received the same diagnosis (Exercise Induced Urticaria with Anaphylaxis). This has been an ongoing issue since July and has not been responsive to treatment. After speaking with my PCM last week, he said this is likely to go to a MEB since it’s not amendable to treatment, per the MSD, which is a retention issue. I’m required to carry an EPI pen with me at all times and have been advised by both specialists not to partake in exercise. At what point are you notified, and how, if it’s going to a MEB? New to all of this and just curious. Little background, I have 11.5 years of service and am currently an AGR in the Air Force reserve, 9 of which years have been AD. Any/all info is greatly appreciated!
Potential MEB for Exercise Induced Urticaria & Anaphylaxis
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The Reserve side is a bit slower and the AF does it a bit different. They are probably working on sending your Commander an Impact Statement and doing an IRILO. Then they will determine if you should go to full MEB. I would just follow up on it every couple of weeks to make sure the process is not stuck anywhere.
Thank you for the reply. I haven’t been getting much information from anyone.
I received notification from my PCM that my case had been referred to AMRO and I have been placed on strict profile and Mobility Restrictions. What does the timeline for the AMRO process look like? I haven't seen many people mention it in their forums so I'm just curious.
The AMRO (Airmen Medical Optimization Program) is the new term for what was formally known as the DAWG (Deployment Availability Working Group). Depending on your location and volume of cases, will depend on how fast the AMRO goes. If you are a large hospital/clinic they usually have 1-3 AMROs/wk. Your PCM should be able to give you an update on the AMRO. The other place you may be able to ask is the SHPE office. They are responsible for medical evaluations before retirement/separation. They should be familiar with the timeline at your location. If you are unsure how to find them, go to the patient advocate office...they should be able to assist.
Hope this helps.