deedee Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 Hi, I would like to enquire if anybody has passed their medical, having a diagnosis of Crohns disease? I was diagnosed in 1999 but have been in remission since 2000 and stopped taking medication (Mesalazine) in 2005. I am awaiting a 2nd opinion to check my diagnosis is correct in view of the fact I have been so well and also only ever had one Biopsy to diagnose this condition, which I believe should only be diagnosed after several biopsies and investigations. I would be grateful if anybody could advise us on how likely it is I will pass the medical, I have been informed that a refusal is likely due to Crohns disease being unpredictable and a chronic condition so potentially may cost Australia money (I have never had a day off work with Crohns since 1999 so it is frustrating to hear I may not be granted a PR Visa due to this). Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 The general rule is that when ever there is a medical complication for visas it is a good idea to speak to a specialist migration agent. George Lombard is an agent who is well regarded that specializes in visas with medical complications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 I doubt that you should worry too much. I have active chronic UC/Crohns and didn't have any problems. You may be asked to provide supporting evidence by your examining doctor. You will then have 28 days to supply a letter from your own medical practitioners outlining your symptoms (looks like none now!) and diagnosis (looks like it's under control; or not active), and your future prognosis. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedee Posted September 22, 2016 Author Share Posted September 22, 2016 Thank you for your replies. Sukiukiscottie, can I ask which visa you got granted please? I am trying to determine if there is more chance of getting a temp visa granted. Unfortunately this wouldn't be an option for us as we don't want to unsettle the children in terms of their education by having to move back to the UK after several years. Hope you're enjoying Melbourne, my sister is over there at the moment in Beaumaris.. We visited last year, lovely part of Australia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 It was ENS186. And I had other more serious health disclosures to make. Active UC at the time wasn't a concern. Cancer was. The medical is mainly to find applicants with current high-cost treatment diseases (HIV, TB, cancers etc). Really...... stop worrying! [emoji2] The doctor sits you down, does the usual observation tests, temp, bp, and then asks you to summarise your medical history. It's up to you what you tell him, and how you dress it up. You haven't even been taking medication (= $$'s) since 2005! And awaiting a 2nd opinion isn't a diagnosis either. Probably not worth mentioning. So it really boils down to a bowel flare-up in 1999-2000, and you've been fine since. Is it worth mentioning? I don't think the Doc will be interested in such an issue that you have been symptom-free from for 16 years. You'll be fine. [emoji1303] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammo Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 I'm currently in the process of applying for a 457 visa and have Ulcerative Colitis that is controlled with Mesalazine, with no major flare-ups for 10+ years. The advice I have received from migration agents and my doctor is to not worry at all. Yes you should declare it, because if you don't but then disclose it or have had treatment before applying for PR later on, then the non-disclosure could cause you serious problems. Yes you will need a medical, because you've disclosed it. But as others have said, as long as you can provide a doctors report stating the status of your condition and the prognosis, then you will be fine. Mesalazine is now 'off-license', so is available generically and therefore cheaply; as are most of the drugs used to treat the condition. My migration agent advised me to book the medical and get the report preemptively so that I don't have to wait another 28 days when they ask me for more info. If you've got time to wait though, then just send off your application and wait and see if they ask for more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedee Posted September 22, 2016 Author Share Posted September 22, 2016 I've booked an appt with an IBD specialist so should be able to get a letter regarding this. Thank you both for your advice. The worrying part is potentially losing £8k.. It's a shame the Medicals can't be done at the same time as the skills assessment, that way the costs incurred would be a lot less. Sammo from what I believe it's a lot easier to get a temp visa with a medical condition so I'm sure you'll have no problems.. Good luck all the same! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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