Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2019

The Board has decided that the Veteran's hypertension may be related to his service, but more evidence is needed before a final decision can be made.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claim of service connection for hypertension due to inadequate examination and lack of consideration of potential aggravation by PTSD.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to outstanding VA and private treatment records, as well as clarification of SSA disability benefits.

The Veteran's low back disability, bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, hypertension, and type II diabetes mellitus were not shown as chronic in service or within the applicable presumptive period. The Board found no evidence of continuity of symptomatology for any condition.,While the Veteran reported having hearing difficulties, there is no audiometric evidence showing that he had a bilateral hearing loss disability considered a VA disability for which service connection could be granted.,The Veteran's tinnitus was not shown as chronic in service or within the applicable presumptive period. The Board found no evidence of continuity of symptomatology for this condition.,Hypertension was not shown as chronic in service, and there is no clinical evidence suggesting that it manifested to a compensable degree within the applicable presumptive period. The Board also found no evidence of continuity of symptomatology for hypertension.,Type II diabetes mellitus was not shown as chronic in service or within the applicable presumptive period. The Board found no evidence of continuity of symptomatology for this condition.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for high blood pressure, acquired psychiatric disorder (unspecified depressive disorder), tinnitus, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), congestive heart failure, and diabetes mellitus due to inextricably intertwined issues.

Service connection is granted for chloracne due to herbicide agent exposure.,Service connection is denied for umbilical hernia and abdominal pain.,Service connection is denied for low back disability, allergic rhinitis, ruptured lung status post staple correction with hemoptysis, heart disability (claimed as heart palpitations), facial skin cancer, colonic polyps, and hypertension.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus and hypertension, as well as an earlier effective date for heart disorder. The claims were based on new evidence submitted after a previous denial.

The Board has granted service connection for a heart disorder and hypertension, finding that the Veteran's current disabilities are related to his in-service conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, MDD, and Insomnia, to include as secondary to service-connected migraines. Service connection was denied for hypertension.

The Veteran's service connection claim for PTSD was denied. The initial rating for hypertension was also denied, but the Veteran is being remanded to determine a compensable rating for his bilateral hearing loss.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for pes planus, left foot injury other than pes planus, hypertension, and a psychological disorder due to incomplete records and need for further medical examination.

The Board has remanded the cases due to insufficient evidence regarding service connection for various disabilities, including PTSD, depression, and peripheral neuropathy. The appellant is asked to provide more information about his periods of federalized National Guard service and any related diseases or injuries.

The Veteran's hypertension and hyperhidrosis were granted initial ratings of 10% and 30%, respectively, effective July 1, 2013.

The Veteran received emergency medical care at PRMC due to symptoms of fever, chills, body aches, and dehydration. The Board found that the treatment was necessary as it met the criteria for reimbursement under 38 U.S.C. § 1728 and the accompanying regulations.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, PTSD, atrial fibrillation, and hypertension. The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is also considered secondary to his service-connected conditions.

The Board denied service connection for atrial fibrillation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), gout, calcaneal foot spurs, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. The Veteran's claims were not supported by medical evidence linking these conditions to his military service.,Service connection was not granted because the Board found no credible evidence that any of these conditions began during or were otherwise related to the Veteran's active duty.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, sleep apnea, ischemic heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes due to potential exposure to burn pits during active duty in Panama.

The Board has determined that a VA examination is needed to determine the relationship between the Veteran's current hypertension and his service, including any in-service amalgam dental fillings or Agent Orange exposure. The Veteran also claims direct service connection for hypertension.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral eye condition, sleep apnea, hypertension, and PTSD. The Veteran's bilateral eye condition was not incurred during service nor did it manifest therefrom. His sleep apnea was not caused by a service-connected disability or due to an in-service stressor. His hypertension was not incurred during service and is not caused by any service-connected disability. He does not have a verifiable traumatic stressor or PTSD.

The Board has denied service connection for high blood pressure due to the lack of a current diagnosis. The claims for joint pain, abnormal weight loss, eczema, left knee disability, and stomach condition are remanded as there is insufficient evidence regarding their etiology.