Profile For Dennis

Ive obtained my Illinois CDL permit and made a down payment to a driving school. In my last job I asked to take a leave to address personal issues. . . I wasnt happy with my boss and was contemplating a transfer or career change. My unhappiness also included the passing of both my parents and a good friend. As a result I chose to begin self medicating with alcohol. I was never arrested or cited with a DWI or DUI. On my own I chose to step away from work with a medical leave to find out what was going on. I entered into a facility. I did not stay the entire time. I believed then and still do that it was episodic consumption. Im still on paid leave though time is about up. My employer wants me to finish the program. As things stand now I don't intend to return to work for them. My career plan is to drive. I can pass a drug screening anytime. My concerns and questions are the following What does the DOT Dr. ask regarding the issue, what is my answer to be --so as to be forthright without going too far. Is there a DOT Doc who can be contacted that anyone is awhere of? I'd like to get some official word and advice that has actual "in stone" weight so I know the true facts. Thank you for any and all advice, suggestions and direction to go in.

Dennis

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Im just beginning to dig for answers about truck driving and this is my first post. I had both weight loss surgery and sleep apnea surgery. After a big weight-loss i was told i still needed blood pressure meds- though half as much and still needed to use a breathing machine. However, I'm also able to sleep well without the machine if Im not lying flat I've discovered. My question: Can I still get a clearance to drive if I us a machine...anybody gonna want to hire me? I'm 56 with no experience driving a rig. Any suggestions from someone in the know will be appreciated. Thanks, Dennis