Hemorrhoids decisions — 2023

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are being remanded to obtain updated VA treatment records.,No effective date is provided as the appeal involves ongoing disability evaluations.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate reasoning in a previous decision and the need for additional development, including obtaining a recent colonoscopy report from Tulane University and an addendum opinion addressing the nature and etiology of the Veteran's colorectal disorder.

The Veteran's abdominal cramps, hypertension, hemorrhoids, and scars from hernia surgery are being remanded for further development as requested by the Board of Veterans' Appeals.

The Veteran's appeals for initial compensable ratings for chronic epididymitis and hemorrhoids have been dismissed.,The Veteran has been granted an initial rating of 40 percent, but no higher, for fibromyalgia. A separate rating of 30 percent, but no higher, has also been granted for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).,PTSD remains a pending issue with the appeal being remanded.,TDIU is another pending issue that requires further examination and consideration.

The Veteran's appeal for increased ratings and service connection has been remanded due to the complexity of the issues.,No new or material evidence was presented, so no changes in rating were granted.

The Board has determined that there was a procedural error in the docketing of the Veteran's appeal and is remanding the case for further review under the legacy system.

The Veteran's hiatal hernia, hemorrhoids, bilateral varicose veins, right index finger injury, left ring finger injury, anxiety disorder, PTSD, lower back disability, bilateral hip disability, right ankle disability, and right shoulder and clavicular fracture are all remanded for further examination and evaluation.,Service connection is also being remanded for the Veteran's anxiety disorder, PTSD, lower back disability, bilateral hip disability, right ankle disability, right shoulder and clavicular fracture, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

The Board has remanded the cases of service connection for a back disability and hemorrhoids due to inadequate reasons and bases in the previous decision.

The Veteran's appeal for a compensable rating for hemorrhoids, status post hemorrhoidectomy was dismissed due to the death of the appellant.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for hemorrhoids has been reopened and remanded due to the submission of new evidence that relates to an unestablished fact necessary to substantiate the claim. The Board is requesting a VA medical opinion regarding the nature and likely etiology of the Veteran's hemorrhoids, including whether they are related to TERA.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional VA medical evidence to be considered and for an adequate VA examination of his low back disability.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a stomach condition, left knee condition, and hemorrhoids have been reopened.,Service connection has been granted for the Veteran's chronic stomach condition.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for the ratings of hemorrhoids, right patellofemoral pain syndrome prior to October 4, 2022, and left patellofemoral pain syndrome prior to October 4, 2022. As a result, all issues are dismissed.

The Veteran's groin condition with scar is being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings.,The Veteran's cerebral hemangioblastoma residuals with scar are being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings and the need for a toxic exposure screening.,The Veteran's pancreatitis, GERD, and cervical spine disability are being remanded as they are intertwined with his cerebral hemangioblastoma claim on appeal.,The Veteran's OSA is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination addressing obesity as an intermediate step.,The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings and the need for a VA examination addressing obesity as an intermediate step.,The Veteran's hypertension is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination.,The Veteran's lymph node condition is being remanded due to the need for a VA toxic exposure screening.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to determine the Veteran's exposure to herbicides and contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, as well as to obtain outstanding medical records. The claims for service connection are remanded in light of this determination.

The Veteran's TDIU appeal is remanded as there has been no medical opinion addressing the combined effects of his service-connected disabilities on his occupational impairment.

An initial compensable rating for hemorrhoids was denied. Prior to December 14, 2020 and from May 2, 2022, an initial higher than 30 percent rating for a headache disorder was denied. From December 14, 2020 through May 1, 2022, a 50 percent rating for a headache disorder was granted.,The Veteran's headaches were rated at 30 percent prior to December 14, 2020 and from May 2, 2022. From December 14, 2020 through May 1, 2022, the Veteran received a 50 percent rating for his headaches.

The Board has remanded the case due to lack of compliance with previous remand directives and a need for an addendum opinion from a colorectal disorders specialist.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development regarding his knee disabilities and GERD. The Board finds no need to assign a rating or effective date at this time.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hemorrhoids are directly related to service, and thus grants service connection for this condition.