Asthma Board decisions

The Veteran's lung disorder, including asthma, is being remanded for further development due to insufficient evidence regarding in-service exposure.

The Veteran's initial claim for an increased rating for bronchial asthma was granted, and he is currently receiving a 30 percent disability evaluation.

The Board found that the Veteran's respiratory disorder, to include bronchial asthma, was not incurred in or aggravated by service. The preexisting condition existed prior to service and did not clearly and unmistakably permanently worsen during service.

The Veteran's asthma is currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum schedular rating available. The Board found that his condition does not warrant a higher rating based on FEV1 or monthly visits to a physician for required care of exacerbations.

The Veteran's claims for increased rating of bronchial asthma, service connection for residuals of a head injury, and service connection for epilepsy are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Board found no evidence of a chronic respiratory disorder related to military service, including asthma. The Veteran's current diagnosis of asthma is less likely than not related to his military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's asthma was not incurred during service and is not otherwise related to his military service. The claim for service connection for asthma is denied.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including a VA examination to address the etiology of her claimed respiratory and sinus conditions as related to exposures in service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for asthma, fatigue, contact dermatitis, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and bald patches of hair due to lack of evidence supporting these conditions.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's asthma is not related to his military service and therefore denied his claim for service connection.

The Veteran's asthma was rated at 30 percent from April 4, 2006 through November 26, 2007 and at 60 percent beginning on November 27, 2007.

The Veteran's current respiratory condition, diagnosed as COPD with asthmatic component, was incurred during active duty service and the Board finds that it is related to his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete evidence, including a need for SSA records and VA examination. The Veteran's claims will be reconsidered after all necessary steps are taken.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed conditions are not related to his military service and have denied all of his claims for service connection.

The Board has granted service connection for asthma, finding that the Veteran's current respiratory problems are related to his currently diagnosed asthma.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a back disorder and bronchial asthma are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining relevant medical records and notifying the Veteran of what evidence is necessary to reopen her claim.

The Board denied service connection for bronchial asthma, finding no evidence of a nexus between the current condition and military service.

The Veteran's appeal is currently under review due to the need for further examination and evaluation. The Board has not yet assigned a rating for her diabetes mellitus, bronchial asthma, or bilateral pes planus.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development of his claims, including obtaining SSA records and VA outpatient treatment records. The cervical spine disorder claim requires a Statement of the Case (SOC).

The Board has determined that the Veteran's asthma is not related to his active service and denied his claim for service connection.