Sleep Apnea Treatment

Question by Anthony: Obstructive Sleep Apnea in the military?
Is it possible for a Marine in the Inactive Reserve to be recalled after having been diagnosed with OSA and requires the use of a CPAP?
more specifically, this condition was diagnosed by the VA, not a civilian doctor. Is this a condition that would not allow me to return to active duty?

Best answer:

Answer by Tapestry6
Your inactive reserve the only way you would be called up is in a national emergency but I believe you are supposed to keep your unit informed of any medical problems that could prevent you from going active duty. I would suggest you contact your commanding officer to schedule a medical exam and bring any copies of paperwork from your civilian doctor with the diagnosis and what medications you are taking.

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