18.k. Diabetes. The applicant should describe the condition to include, symptoms and treatment. Comment on the presence or absence of hyperglycemic and/or hypoglycemic episodes. A medical history or clinical diagnosis of diabetes mellitus requiring insulin or other hypoglycemic drugs for control are disqualifying. The AME can help expedite the FAA review by assisting the applicant in gathering medical records and submitting a current specialty report. (See Item 48)
This question encompasses pre-diabetes,
type I diabetes, or type II diabetes treated with insulin, medication (oral or injectable),
and/or diet and exercise.
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