Health issues which might hamper my visa process

[ellmvl 1]

We are currently processing our CR-1 Visa at the NVC and as we are getting closer to the final stage which is the medical and interview date I am starting to worry about my health issues that might hamper the whole process. Ok, I have actually a couple of health issues to discuss here. I found out 4 months ago that I have this breast lump on my left chest so i decided to have my ultrasound and mammogram test. I consulted a specialist for this case and it happened that he is also a specialist for neck, in which it is also one of the issues I am facing now. I was diagnose of having a toxic goiter (hyperthyroidism) back in 2003. I was taking some medicine to control the overactivity of my thyroid gland but I quit after 6 months of taking it co'z it's TOO bitter for me that makes me lose my appetite. Well anyway, I had my blood test (TSH & FT4) just a couple months ago and the result shows at it's normal values (thank God)...which means I am ready for a surgery to have it remove. My doctor's advice is to have my breast and thyroid done in one operation which really sounds scary and kinda risky I guess. My husband doesn't like the idea either, he wants me to have my thyroid taken care in the US. I am planning to have my breast surgery later this month co'z this breast pain is really killing me.

My question is: Is this going to be an issue on my medical examination? I know they only care about the communicable diseases but i can't help not to worry about my thyroid problem during my medical exam at St. Luke's Hospital in Manila. I am afraid that they might ask me to treat this first or go on medication and reschedule my medical and interview co'z it would be too costly for me to fly here (Davao) and there in Manila for another medical and interview date. Anyone here who got some thyroid problem and went through the medical exam? Please enlighten my worried mind.

[ccndyeth 0]

The only issue they are concern are the contagiuos diseases.. nothing to worry about, you may want to bring all the medical records you have to be sure..

[Allen & Sally 0]

We are currently processing our CR-1 Visa at the NVC and as we are getting closer to the final stage which is the medical and interview date I am starting to worry about my health issues that might hamper the whole process. Ok, I have actually a couple of health issues to discuss here. I found out 4 months ago that I have this breast lump on my left chest so i decided to have my ultrasound and mammogram test. I consulted a specialist for this case and it happened that he is also a specialist for neck, in which it is also one of the issues I am facing now. I was diagnose of having a toxic goiter (hyperthyroidism) back in 2003. I was taking some medicine to control the overactivity of my thyroid gland but I quit after 6 months of taking it co'z it's TOO bitter for me that makes me lose my appetite. Well anyway, I had my blood test (TSH & FT4) just a couple months ago and the result shows at it's normal values (thank God)...which means I am ready for a surgery to have it remove. My doctor's advice is to have my breast and thyroid done in one operation which really sounds scary and kinda risky I guess. My husband doesn't like the idea either, he wants me to have my thyroid taken care in the US. I am planning to have my breast surgery later this month co'z this breast pain is really killing me.

My question is: Is this going to be an issue on my medical examination? I know they only care about the communicable diseases but i can't help not to worry about my thyroid problem during my medical exam at St. Luke's Hospital in Manila. I am afraid that they might ask me to treat this first or go on medication and reschedule my medical and interview co'z it would be too costly for me to fly here (Davao) and there in Manila for another medical and interview date. Anyone here who got some thyroid problem and went through the medical exam? Please enlighten my worried mind.

Hello,

I dont have anything to worry about my health...I wish you well...

[Zakariya 0]

We are currently processing our CR-1 Visa at the NVC and as we are getting closer to the final stage which is the medical and interview date I am starting to worry about my health issues that might hamper the whole process. Ok, I have actually a couple of health issues to discuss here. I found out 4 months ago that I have this breast lump on my left chest so i decided to have my ultrasound and mammogram test. I consulted a specialist for this case and it happened that he is also a specialist for neck, in which it is also one of the issues I am facing now. I was diagnose of having a toxic goiter (hyperthyroidism) back in 2003. I was taking some medicine to control the overactivity of my thyroid gland but I quit after 6 months of taking it co'z it's TOO bitter for me that makes me lose my appetite. Well anyway, I had my blood test (TSH & FT4) just a couple months ago and the result shows at it's normal values (thank God)...which means I am ready for a surgery to have it remove. My doctor's advice is to have my breast and thyroid done in one operation which really sounds scary and kinda risky I guess. My husband doesn't like the idea either, he wants me to have my thyroid taken care in the US. I am planning to have my breast surgery later this month co'z this breast pain is really killing me.

My question is: Is this going to be an issue on my medical examination? I know they only care about the communicable diseases but i can't help not to worry about my thyroid problem during my medical exam at St. Luke's Hospital in Manila. I am afraid that they might ask me to treat this first or go on medication and reschedule my medical and interview co'z it would be too costly for me to fly here (Davao) and there in Manila for another medical and interview date. Anyone here who got some thyroid problem and went through the medical exam? Please enlighten my worried mind.

Hello,

I dont have anything to worry about my health...I wish you well...

Awww ty Allen & Sally such a comforting post lol. Grow a brain between you two. It just might actually help. God Bless.

[miss g 1]

We are currently processing our CR-1 Visa at the NVC and as we are getting closer to the final stage which is the medical and interview date I am starting to worry about my health issues that might hamper the whole process. Ok, I have actually a couple of health issues to discuss here. I found out 4 months ago that I have this breast lump on my left chest so i decided to have my ultrasound and mammogram test. I consulted a specialist for this case and it happened that he is also a specialist for neck, in which it is also one of the issues I am facing now. I was diagnose of having a toxic goiter (hyperthyroidism) back in 2003. I was taking some medicine to control the overactivity of my thyroid gland but I quit after 6 months of taking it co'z it's TOO bitter for me that makes me lose my appetite. Well anyway, I had my blood test (TSH & FT4) just a couple months ago and the result shows at it's normal values (thank God)...which means I am ready for a surgery to have it remove. My doctor's advice is to have my breast and thyroid done in one operation which really sounds scary and kinda risky I guess. My husband doesn't like the idea either, he wants me to have my thyroid taken care in the US. I am planning to have my breast surgery later this month co'z this breast pain is really killing me.

My question is: Is this going to be an issue on my medical examination? I know they only care about the communicable diseases but i can't help not to worry about my thyroid problem during my medical exam at St. Luke's Hospital in Manila. I am afraid that they might ask me to treat this first or go on medication and reschedule my medical and interview co'z it would be too costly for me to fly here (Davao) and there in Manila for another medical and interview date. Anyone here who got some thyroid problem and went through the medical exam? Please enlighten my worried mind.

well its hard to say because i dont know much about the healthcare in your country, personally, and this is my own opinion.. I would do everything in one go, and I dont know about doing the operation in the USA i heard that it can be very expensive and Health Insurance doesnt cover everything..

I hope youre ok and everything goes well for you. keep positive and try not to worry thats the best thing you can do.. take care xx

[Laura+Tom 2]

You may want to read through this link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=medical

The medical may seek the view that you should get everything sorted in your home country in case anything happens, for example, with health insurance in which you may cause you to become a public charge. However you may be able to get your doctor to write a letter, to take to the medical, saying that it would be better if you were treated in the US for various reasons.

[pushbrk 12,569]

You may want to read through this link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=medical

The medical may seek the view that you should get everything sorted in your home country in case anything happens, for example, with health insurance in which you may cause you to become a public charge. However you may be able to get your doctor to write a letter, to take to the medical, saying that it would be better if you were treated in the US for various reasons.

I see the health issues as potentially impacting the public charge evaluation. I would be prepared to document that you are already or definitely will be covered by your spouse's group insurance plan upon arrival in the US. Something in writing from a Company benefits department or insurance company should do the trick.

[ellmvl 1]

Thank you guys for taking some time to respond to my questions. I really appreciate it. I am going to ask my doctor for some certification/clearance letter to bring to my medical exam in the future. For now I just want to take care of my breast problem since my thyroid is not really bothering me at all. If ever they ask me to be completely treated first before I leave the country then I guess there's nothing I can do but to follow. There is no way I will let myself become a public charge when I get there...I'll fly back to my country before that happens....with my husband of course LOL

Edited January 10, 2009 by ell

[tallcoolone 102]

I would have them both taken care at one time, Plus it so so much cheaper in PI.

If you don't then I would go on to the Medical and not worry about it.

You should pass.

BTW - Round trip from Davao to Manila is around 5,000 pesos only......

[ellmvl 1]

BTW - Round trip from Davao to Manila is around 5,000 pesos only......

Yep but the total cost of everything to go back and forth plus the time/days it consume to get it all done...not to mention that I have a job here too. But anyway, we'll see how it goes.

[taj'samericanwife 0]

what about hepatitis B?

[Giskat09 2]

We are currently processing our CR-1 Visa at the NVC and as we are getting closer to the final stage which is the medical and interview date I am starting to worry about my health issues that might hamper the whole process. Ok, I have actually a couple of health issues to discuss here. I found out 4 months ago that I have this breast lump on my left chest so i decided to have my ultrasound and mammogram test. I consulted a specialist for this case and it happened that he is also a specialist for neck, in which it is also one of the issues I am facing now. I was diagnose of having a toxic goiter (hyperthyroidism) back in 2003. I was taking some medicine to control the overactivity of my thyroid gland but I quit after 6 months of taking it co'z it's TOO bitter for me that makes me lose my appetite. Well anyway, I had my blood test (TSH & FT4) just a couple months ago and the result shows at it's normal values (thank God)...which means I am ready for a surgery to have it remove. My doctor's advice is to have my breast and thyroid done in one operation which really sounds scary and kinda risky I guess. My husband doesn't like the idea either, he wants me to have my thyroid taken care in the US. I am planning to have my breast surgery later this month co'z this breast pain is really killing me.

My question is: Is this going to be an issue on my medical examination? I know they only care about the communicable diseases but i can't help not to worry about my thyroid problem during my medical exam at St. Luke's Hospital in Manila. I am afraid that they might ask me to treat this first or go on medication and reschedule my medical and interview co'z it would be too costly for me to fly here (Davao) and there in Manila for another medical and interview date. Anyone here who got some thyroid problem and went through the medical exam? Please enlighten my worried mind.

Hello,

I dont have anything to worry about my health...I wish you well...

nice reply... kindly answer the question of the lady..