There is a valid way to claim it medically but the way Gatlin did it (in 2001) wasn't it.
The Therapeutic Use Exemption form, which has been abused left right and centre by numerous drugs cheats, allows athletes to declare what they've taken in advance. Gatlin didn't declare in advance but still got off in 2001.
In spite of the historical positive test he may yet avoid a life ban because of this. I would put money on a two year ban, which means he would miss Beijing.
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