Medical Issues and Re-Licensing

Not really a tech question, but thought someone out there has been through it and could offer advice.

Currently hold a Pro-Sportsman NHRA license, and have been diagnosed with a moderate to severe heart murmur, technically it is called "Mitral Valve Prolapse". Possible heart surgery required. Is this the end of my driving days? or after surgery can you get a clean bill of health? How tough is NHRA on this?

Thanks for any advice or sharing any experiences you might have had.

 

I have the same license and the same heart issue, mine must not be as severe as I've never been told I need surgery. When I first went for my license 30 yrs. ago my Dr. required me to wear a heart monitor for 24 hrs. to see if driving would cause any issues. He gave me the go ahead and I've never had a problem. I now need to send in a EKG with my license renewal due to my age. My take is NHRA relies on your Dr. to make the call whether you can drive or not.

 

Thanks for your reply. Sounds like I might have a chance!