Hi everyone
I am interested in applying to USMA, but I currently have asthma.
I am prescribed an albuterol inhaler and I use it prior to sports and exercise. I play football and throw for my track and field team, but prior to practice, I use my inhaler. If I don't and I run or do physical activity, I experience symptoms such as wheezing and trouble breathing. If I do use the inhaler, I am completely fine.
I know that I will be disqualified, and my chances of getting a medical waiver is close to none (I think?), so should I still apply, or is not even worth it?
My brother is a plebe at USNA, and I became interested and I really want to persue this career. Should I just start looking somewhere else, or is there something I can do?
Also, does anyone have any suggestions for treating asthma? I've actually never gone to a pulmonologist or allergist since my parent's don't really think it would help, but is there anything else I could do?
Thanks!
I am interested in applying to USMA, but I currently have asthma.
I am prescribed an albuterol inhaler and I use it prior to sports and exercise. I play football and throw for my track and field team, but prior to practice, I use my inhaler. If I don't and I run or do physical activity, I experience symptoms such as wheezing and trouble breathing. If I do use the inhaler, I am completely fine.
I know that I will be disqualified, and my chances of getting a medical waiver is close to none (I think?), so should I still apply, or is not even worth it?
My brother is a plebe at USNA, and I became interested and I really want to persue this career. Should I just start looking somewhere else, or is there something I can do?
Also, does anyone have any suggestions for treating asthma? I've actually never gone to a pulmonologist or allergist since my parent's don't really think it would help, but is there anything else I could do?
Thanks!