curiousas250
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As a kid I used to pick my nose pretty often but grew out of that habit as I matured. During DoDMERB I didn’t disclose any history of issues with my nose so I never had any, or ever saw the doctor for any of these issues as well. As a result I was medically cleared quite quickly.
Unfortunately, some days ago I accidentally discovered a septum perforation inside my nose. It’s somewhat sizable, roughly 1-1.5cm, but asymptotic to the point that chances are I’ve had it for years without noticing the slightest thing off about my breathing; I don’t even the typical whistling whistling sound when I breathe in and out, so unless you shine a flashlight up there it’s impossible to tell.
According to a pdf I found on the DoDMERB regulations, only a symptomatic nasal perforation is disqualifying, but another online source disagrees and says that even if a nasal perforation is asymptotic, it is still considered a unwaiverable disqualification. Because of this, I am now considering surgery to fix the perforation, but am somewhat uncertain because I still experience no issues with my nose and don’t want to put that at risk. Chances also are that surgery wouldn’t be covered by insurance since it’s asymptotic, so it’s a money issue as well.
How should I correct this issue, and what is the right choice for me in this scenario?
Unfortunately, some days ago I accidentally discovered a septum perforation inside my nose. It’s somewhat sizable, roughly 1-1.5cm, but asymptotic to the point that chances are I’ve had it for years without noticing the slightest thing off about my breathing; I don’t even the typical whistling whistling sound when I breathe in and out, so unless you shine a flashlight up there it’s impossible to tell.
According to a pdf I found on the DoDMERB regulations, only a symptomatic nasal perforation is disqualifying, but another online source disagrees and says that even if a nasal perforation is asymptotic, it is still considered a unwaiverable disqualification. Because of this, I am now considering surgery to fix the perforation, but am somewhat uncertain because I still experience no issues with my nose and don’t want to put that at risk. Chances also are that surgery wouldn’t be covered by insurance since it’s asymptotic, so it’s a money issue as well.
How should I correct this issue, and what is the right choice for me in this scenario?