Hemorrhoids Board decisions

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate examination reports and internal inconsistencies in the previous VA examinations. The Veteran's gastrointestinal symptoms, including IBS, constipation, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids, need further evaluation.

The Veteran's initial ratings for allergic rhinitis, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids, and impairment of sphincter control were remanded due to a failure by the AOJ to provide notice of his right to a hearing.

The Veteran's service connection claim for hemorrhoids is granted as his current diagnosis and in-service symptoms are established, meeting all elements of service connection.

The Veteran's initial disability evaluation for hemorrhoids is denied as the evidence does not show persistent bleeding or secondary anemia/fissures, which are required for a higher rating.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD symptoms, along with migraines and hemorrhoids, have rendered him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment since January 15, 2022.

The Board has denied the appellant's claims for service connection for recurring boils and polyps in the groin area, bilateral pes planus (flat feet), back disability, bilateral knee disability, pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), hemorrhoids, and bilateral hearing loss. The claim for service connection for tinnitus was also denied.

The Veteran's appeals for higher initial ratings on cervical spine, left knee, and right inguinal hernia disabilities have been dismissed.,Hypertension has been granted service connection with a noncompensable rating.

The Veteran's claim for bilateral hearing loss is denied as there is no current diagnosis of hearing loss.,The Veteran's claim for hemorrhoids is denied as the evidence does not establish a medical nexus between her current condition and military service.,The Veteran's claim for acne is denied as her pre-existing condition was not aggravated by military service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings were granted with effective dates of March 31, 2006. The Veteran was found to be in need of regular aid and attendance due to his stroke and other disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for right and left ankle conditions, as well as right and left knee conditions. The Veteran's hemorrhoids have also been granted.,Service connection is established for the Veteran's bilateral ankle and knee conditions based on direct evidence of a link between his military service and these conditions.

The Veteran's currently diagnosed hemorrhoids and tinea versicolor are granted as service-connected.,The Veteran's currently diagnosed elbow condition is remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to inadequate pre-decisional duty to assist errors in the VA examinations.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for hemorrhoids, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and adjustment disorder with anxiety. The rating decisions were based on the evidence of record at the time of the decisions.

The Board has remanded the claims for entitlement to service connection for a low back disability, right shoulder disability, and hemorrhoids due to new and relevant evidence submitted by the Veteran.,Evidence since August 2005 includes private treatment records showing treatment for chronic back pain, rectal pain, and no complaints of right shoulder pain. This evidence tends to prove or disprove matters at issue in the claim.

The Board dismissed the appeal for increased disability ratings for hemorrhoids and tension headaches as the appellant requested to withdraw the appeal.

The Veteran's anal fissures are granted as secondary to his service-connected irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The initial rating for IBS is granted at 30 percent. The claim of service connection for hemorrhoids is remanded.

The Veteran's hemorrhoids have been granted a 20% rating. The claims for service connection of bilateral hand conditions, prostate cancer, and migraines are remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and development.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma was denied, and the Board found that no effective date prior to May 30, 2019 is warranted.

The Veteran is granted higher levels of SMC and aid and attendance special monthly compensation effective May 3, 2024, due to his service-connected conditions that require regular aid and assistance.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection on the merits is granted for headaches. Bilateral hearing loss and hypertension are denied, and residuals of a head contusion and hemorrhoids are remanded for further examination. Service connection for asthma remains pending.