More of this Feature • Medical Standards Menu

Join the Discussion Visit Our Message Forum

Related Resources • Initial Entry Medical Standards • Military Medical Resources • Submarine Duty Medical • Air Force Flight Physicals

The following medical conditions could result in initiation of a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), and could result in medical discharge:

Paralysis of the larynx. Characterized by bilateral vocal cord paralysis seriously interfering with speech or adequate airway.

Stenosis of the larynx. Of a degree causing respiratory compromise.

Obstructive edema. Obstructive edema of the glottis, if recurrent.

Obstructive sleep apnea requiring Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) device.

Above Information Derived from Air Force Instruction 148-23