Asbestosis Board decisions

The Board has denied the veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of his service-connected chronic low back pain, finding that there is no evidence of muscle spasms or absent ankle jerk indicative of a higher rating. The veteran's asbestosis was granted service connection.

The Board has found that the veteran's asthma disorder existed prior to service and increased in severity during his active military service. The claim for service connection for an additional lung disorder, including asbestosis, is well-grounded.

The Board has determined that the veteran's claim for service connection for asbestosis is not well grounded because there is no competent medical evidence showing he currently has asbestosis related to his inservice asbestos exposure.