Embarrassing Ailment!

[thewandu]

I have a mild case of varicocoeles (varicose veins)in the left side of my scrotum. Does anyone know if this will prevent me getting my Class 1 certificate? Any advice would be appreciated.

[El Cid]

The doc at my initial class1 did give the old "cojones" a cursory inspection but I think that is for cancer.I would be very surprised and outraged if your doc denied you a class1 on these grounds alone.It is fair to say that they are not looking for the epitomy of human perfection,just someone who can operate an aircraft without endangering paying passengers.If I were you,I'd give them a call,after all the doc WILL spot your problem at the class one even if you don't tell him.The CAA medical department is one of the most helpful government departments I have ever come across,just be honest and I am pretty confident that you will get through.
Best of luck EL Cid

[thewandu]

Thanks El Cid :)

[Unwell_Raptor]

Try:

http://www.embarrassingproblems.co.uk/

[Tallbloke]

Try http://www.jaa.nl/jar/jar/toc00000528.htm for some interesting light reading.

[ZK-NSJ]

i to have the said veins and although i dont fly, all the specialist said that would effect is future fertility, apparentl;y it keeps teh boys at a slightly higher temperature ( i think), but they can be removed without too much hassle if it caus's a problem