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Hi, I have following question. I do have a chronic hepatitis C, but with a still very good working liver. Will I Still be able to pass the FAA Examine Class I, II and III? thanks for your help.

...................................................................... As long as you are not having symptoms from hepatitis C, and as long as your liver profile blood tests are normal, you should not have a problem. Bring to your AME, a letter from your doctor indicating your status, along with a copy of your blood tests. Dr. Roberts     [Topics]

More of an FYI than a question. I noticed on the Infectious Disease FAQ's that you say that the FAA has, to your knowledge, never issued a certificate to a person infected with HIV/AIDS. Just last week, I recieved a Class 2 certificate though I am HIV positive and on medication. Please help spread the word that there is hope for aspiring aviators that just happen to be HIV positive but otherwise healthy. Thank you! Anonymous

...................................................................... Yes, times ARE changing for the better. I too have an airman patient who is HIV positive, and who just got his third class medical. He is not having any of the symptoms of the disease. Dr. Roberts, SkyDoc     [Topics]

I have just been diagnosed with Lyme Disease. Will this keep me from getting my medical certificate?

...................................................................... No, as long as you have been treated with antibiotics and you are symptom-free. You will need to give your AME a letter from your doctor indicating the diagnosis, treatment, and outcome. SkyDoc     [Topics]

Why does the FAA feel that HIV/AIDS is a disqualifyer for a medical certificate? Wants to know...

...................................................................... In large part, it is because the medications used have side effects that impair ones ability to fly safely. If the pilot is HIV positive, but does not exhibit signs or symptoms of the disease, and in NOT on medication, he may apply for a special issuance. Doc     [Topics]

I have been and still am a very healthy individual, Dedicated my life to flying asa career. On a regular blood donation, 6 months ago I found out that I have HCV, but have never had any symptoms. How will this affect my medical/career?

...................................................................... Probably not, as long as you remain asymptomatic. You will need to give your AME a letter from your doctor stating that while the blood test was positive, you are asymptomatic. Doc     [Topics]

What's the FAA position (for a 3rd class medical) on Hepatitis C and the use of Interferon to treat liver disease? Dan

...................................................................... Hepatitis C is not generally disqualifying as long as the disease in not active. However, Interferon use will preclude you from flying while you are being treated with it. Doc     [Topics]

I have AIDS. Is this a problem with the FAA? Bob

...................................................................... Yes, it means that you are not eligible for a medical certificate. You can apply for a special issuance, but I know of no cases that have been approved to date. Stephen