Just to give a bit of hope to those currently despairing.
I had a medical record of childhood asthma which did pose a slight sticking point before starting IOT. However, I was given the opportunity to prove it was either a mis-diagnosis or could not affect me in the future. It involved a few visits to Peterborough hospital and then finally to a hospital in Knightsbridge (IIRC as this is about 12-13 years ago). The results from all the tests showed all clear and I was eventually allowed to join as a pilot.
I've had my wings for 10 years now and never looked back (maybe across the fence now and again!).
So, just an example to show that all is not lost to those who find themselves in that unfortunate situation.
Good Luck!
And don't listen to people who tell you what you can't do. There is nothing to fear but fear itself, and spiders.
