Specifically, having atopic dermatitis (AD) after age 12 is disqualifying. So is having recurrent contact dermatitis or dyshidrotic eczema within two years of military candidacy that needed treatment with more than a topical steroid.1 Nov 2020
Can I join the military if I have eczema?
The document Medical Standards for Appointment, Enlistment, or Induction into the Military Services1 states that a history of atopic dermatitis or eczema after the 12th birthday or history of residual or recurrent lesions in characteristic areas (face, neck, antecubital or popliteal fossae, occasionally wrists and 18 May 2019
Can I join the RAF with eczema?
RAF Recruitment on Twitter: "@Liz_Babs If it's active eczema then it will preclude entry unfortunately." / Twitter.
Can you join the British Army if you have psoriasis?
As the Committee is aware, the RN and RAF may accept some applicants with psoriasis, depending on the severity of the condition and the type of employment sought. Those who have previously been rejected by the Army would be considered on their merits, as in all other cases.
Why does the military not allow eczema?
Some jobs involve exposure to irritants, deployments can cause stress and sleep loss, and so on. Flaring eczema could also prevent a military member from doing their job, and that role is often critical, said Wong. “Each military member has a specific job and may not be easily replaced,” she noted.1 Nov 2020