Medical Advice on Arthritis

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Does anyone know what exactly the army feels on a person having arthritis?

I have read loads of stuff saying chronic conditions such as Rheumatoid arthritis forbid you from entering as either an officer or soldier.

When I was nine i was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis in my right knee and had recurring visits to hospital until around 10-11 years old. I also had a couple of operations to inject steroids (my right leg is still built like a brick sh*thouse!). I haven't had any pain or problems with my knee since then and I am reasonably fit.

Can any of you guys clear this up for me, what do the army think of arthritis? Do they just not like Rheumatoid arthritis?

Should I bother going for my AOSB briefing interview?

cheers

oh and p.s. I am a civi

[Artist]

Regardless of what service you want to join if your not 100% fit then your chances are nil on joining up. Once your in and cracked training then if you get a problem later on in your career you may be lucky and remain in the Forces.

Sorry but thats the way it is. The Forces are not an equal opportunities employer.

Artist