Hemorrhoids decisions — 2021

The Veteran's initial claim for an increased rating for hemorrhoids was denied. The RO granted a 10 percent rating for hemorrhoids prior to October 16, 2017, and a 60 percent rating thereafter.,For the period prior to October 16, 2017, the Veteran's claim for an increased rating for impaired sphincter control was granted with a 30 percent rating. For the period after October 16, 2017, a higher rating is denied.

The Veteran's lumbar strain and posterior facet joint arthropathy are granted as service-connected. The right ankle, sleep apnea, diabetes mellitus type II, right shoulder disability (other than right upper extremity radiculopathy), left shoulder disability (other than left upper extremity radiculopathy and residuals of stab wound), respiratory disability (to include asbestosis), and hemorrhoids are all remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for hemorrhoids was denied. The claims of service connection for a low back disability and a psychiatric disorder were remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's TDIU appeal is granted. The issue of service connection for left ear hearing loss is remanded.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right arm disability, sinus disability, and hemorrhoids. The evidence does not support a finding that any of these conditions were incurred or aggravated by military service.

The Board has not fully addressed the Veteran's claims for increased ratings, and thus remands are required to obtain a medical opinion regarding the severity of his post-sphincterotomy hemorrhoid disability.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance/housebound status, finding that his service-connected disabilities alone do not render him bedridden or in need of the regular aid and attendance of another person.

The Veteran's service-connected duodenal ulcer and hemorrhoids do not prevent him from securing or following substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for diverticulitis is denied as there is no evidence of a current disability and the preponderance of the evidence does not support a finding that his condition was incurred in or aggravated by active duty.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for hemorrhoids is remanded due to an inadequate VA examination, requiring further clarification on the onset and etiology of the condition.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claim for service connection for hemorrhoids is denied. The claims of service connection for sleep apnea and TDIU are remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Board has denied service connection for lumbar spine disorder, left shoulder disorder, right shoulder disorder, ventral hernia, urethritis, and hemorrhoids as the evidence does not support a finding that these conditions are related to active service.,Service records show some complaints of back pain in 1965 and shoulder pain in 1965. However, no chronic disabilities were noted on separation examination.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeals as he withdrew all his pending appeals through his authorized representative.

The Veteran's service connection claim for hemorrhoids was denied as there was no current disability. The left-hand injury rating claims were also denied, with the highest possible rating of 10% being granted prior to October 2, 2019 and a denial thereafter.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for the cause of his death, finding that his service-connected disabilities did not contribute to or cause his accidental fall from a tree.

The Board denied service connection for heart problems, right leg pain, back and side pain, bilateral foot pain, unsteady gait and dizzy spells, GERD, prostate cancer, dental problems, hemorrhoids, throat pain and bumps. The Veteran's claims were not supported by evidence showing a direct relationship to service.,The Board also denied service connection for headaches, acquired psychiatric condition (to include PTSD), rash on face and arms, and bilateral eye pain.

The Veteran's headaches and irritable bowel syndrome have been granted ratings, but internal hemorrhoids remain denied.,Service connection for upper extremity neurological disabilities is pending, as are increased rating claims for cervical spine and lumbar spine disabilities.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and readjudication. The Veteran's claims of service connection for various conditions are being reviewed again.

The Board has remanded the case due to new evidence submitted by the Veteran, and it is now up to the AOJ to review this new evidence.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for internal hemorrhoids is being remanded due to the inability to arrange an examination at his prison.

The Board has denied a compensable rating for the Veteran's hemorrhoids, finding that symptoms have been mild or moderate without evidence of large or thrombotic hemorrhoids with frequent recurrences.