Hemorrhoids Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and VistA Imaging scans. A skin examination is also required.

The Veteran's service-connected hemorrhoid disability and right ankle disability were evaluated, with the hemorrhoid rating remaining at 0% from June 5, 2013 to November 30, 2020. The right ankle disability received a 10% initial rating from June 5, 2013 to November 30, 2020 and was denied for higher ratings thereafter.

The Board has dismissed all issues of service connection and rating for the Veteran's conditions due to his death prior to a final decision.

The Board has determined that the evidence is not in favor of service connection for chronic fatigue, diabetes mellitus (secondary to PTSD), sleep apnea (secondary to PTSD), and hemorrhoids. The claims are being remanded for additional development.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at a maximum of 70 percent effective February 6, 2020.,An initial 60 percent rating for ulcerative colitis is granted.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for IBS and hemorrhoids have been denied as there is no evidence of a current disability or a link to military service.,Specifically, the VA medical opinions found that the Veteran does not currently have IBS or hemorrhoids, and that any existing conditions are not related to his military service.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable disability rating for his service-connected hemorrhoids is remanded due to the need for additional medical records and examination.

The Board has dismissed all the Veteran's claims as the appellant withdrew his appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Board has granted a 20 percent rating for hemorrhoids, but the effective date remains to be determined. The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of impaired sphincter control is remanded.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for hemorrhoids is denied as her symptoms do not meet the criteria for a higher rating.,Service connection for residuals of early-onset menopause is granted. The Board finds that there is at least a 50% likelihood that the Veteran's early-onset menopause was incurred during service.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and rating increases have been dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeals.

The Veteran's TBI residuals have been rated at 70 percent, but no higher.,His post-operative hemorrhoids and left eyelid ptosis do not meet the criteria for a compensable or higher rating.

The Veteran's migraine headaches are granted a 50% rating, the highest schedular rating.,The claim for service connection of a right wrist disorder is granted as new and material evidence has been submitted.,Service connection for hemorrhoids secondary to IBS is granted.

The Veteran's left ear hearing loss disability was granted service connection. The right ear hearing loss, upper back, lower back, acid reflux (GERD), respiratory disability, and hemorrhoids were denied service connection. Service connection for the disabilities of the upper and lower extremities was also denied.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased rating for various disabilities, including dental condition, right shoulder disability, right arm disability, OSA, kidney disability, polycythemia, right knee DJD with limitation of flexion, left knee DJD, hemorrhoids, hiatal hernia with GERD, and TDIU. The remand requires additional development to obtain relevant VA treatment records and conduct a VA examination for the Veteran's knee disabilities.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and consideration due to errors in previous decisions regarding ratings for hemorrhoids, left ankle disability, and TDIU.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including major depressive disorder and tension headaches (migraines), have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation consistent with his education and work history.

The Board has decided to remand the cases for further development and consideration due to new evidence submitted by the Veteran.

The Veteran is granted an effective date of September 27, 2007 for TDIU and DEA benefits due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for reoccurring rectal abscess with thrombosed hemorrhoids and right inguinal hernia due to a lack of recent VA examination.