ENG1 and Crohn's

[jamieboy77]

Pretty self explanatory from the title.

Diagnosed at 10, remission since had the small/large intestine junction (only about 5-10cm either side of appendix) out at 12 and I'm now 20. On 1g Penteza a day (tiny dose the nurses in my new city didnt believe me) and otherwise generally healthy.

Chances of being happily cleared or restricted only? Cant imagine that I would be stopped outright from going to sea but better to know sooner or later.

(asked my GP, they have no clue. strange being in aberdeen)

Thanks, James.

[alistairuk]

The only way to find out is to arrange an ENG-1 with an approved doctor. It costs around ?70 (but varies depending upon which company you get to do it). There are 3 approved places in Aberdeen;

http://www.dft.gov.uk/mca/mcga07-home/workingatsea/mcga-healthandsafety/mcga-medicalcertandadvice/mcga-ml5-medicalinfo/mcga-approved-docs-list/mcga-dqs_st_shs_approved_docs_scotland-list.htm#aberdeen

[GuinnessMan]

Highly doubtful to be honest. Pal of mine is in a similar situation and has already been told he won't be able to get an ENG1.

[penfold]

MSN 1765 states that it is at the discretion of the medical examiner on a case-by-case basis; they have more leeway if considering you for a restricted medical. The only way to know is to book an appointment and find out; you will need to take a letter from your GP(and your consultant if you have one) detailing your case history and what treatment you are receiving.