Hypertension (high blood pressure) Board decisions

The Board has dismissed the appeals for increased ratings for a heart disability and diabetes mellitus. The appeal of service connection for hypertension, to include as secondary to a service-connected disability, is REMANDED. The appeal of an increased rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD is REMANDED. TDIU is granted.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for various conditions including diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, hypertension, stroke, depression, peripheral neuropathy of the lower and upper extremities, arthritis, grand mal seizures, erectile dysfunction, kidney disorder, and lung disorder due to exposure to herbicides and asbestos. The appellant is required to submit new and material evidence to reopen these claims.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and consideration, as there is insufficient evidence to determine eligibility for accrued benefits or service connection for the cause of death. The appellant must provide clear documentation regarding her educational pursuits after reaching the age of 18 years.

The Board granted service connection for rhinitis, but denied service connection for back disability, cardiovascular disability, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and nerve damage to the bilateral upper and lower extremities.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a chronic back disorder was denied as new and material evidence had not been submitted to reopen the claim.,Service connection for cardiovascular disease (to include hypertension) was also denied, with no indication of an in-service event or disease that could be linked to the condition.

The Board denied service connection for a respiratory disability, including COPD and pulmonary hypertension, as the evidence did not support a link to active service. The Veteran's TDIU claim was also denied due to his service-connected disabilities.

Service connection is granted for tinnitus, hypertension, and low back disability. The Veteran's appeal regarding an earlier effective date for service connection of generalized anxiety disorder, as well as his claims for OSA, GERD, a respiratory disability, and a sinus disability are remanded.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for hypertension, erectile dysfunction (ED), and chronic kidney disease.

The Board has remanded the claims for hypertension and erectile dysfunction due to service-connected PTSD and/or coronary artery disease, as well as the TDIU claim prior to November 5, 2014. The Veteran's disabilities are being evaluated in light of their relationship to his service-connected conditions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's service connection claims for his adrenal gland condition, thyroid condition, pituitary gland condition, and hypertension as secondary to his service-connected diabetes. The VA is instructed to obtain relevant medical records and provide a new opinion on the etiology of these conditions.

The Board denied service connection for hypertension, diabetes mellitus, asthma, bilateral hip disability, left knee disability, bilateral ankle disability, low back disability, neck disability, and acquired psychiatric disability as they were not caused or aggravated by the Veteran's service-connected right knee disability.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for chronic sinusitis with allergic rhinitis and hypertension due to the need for updated medical records and additional examinations.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied as new and material evidence was not received to reopen the previously denied claims. The Board found that there was no indication of arthritis or a nexus between the claimed conditions and service.

The Veteran's hypertension and heart disease are granted as service-connected, with the heart disease being secondary to his now-service connected hypertension.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a lung condition to include sarcoidosis and COPD, hypertension, and liver disease to include cirrhosis of the liver. The Board found no evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Veteran's sleep apnea is service-connected, but his obesity and other conditions are not.,Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) may be related to the Veteran's service, but further examination is needed.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for asthma, finding that there was no evidence to support a direct or secondary relationship between his current asthma and his military service.

The Board has reopened the claim of service connection for PTSD and remanded the claims for service connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Hypertension due to new evidence submitted by the Veteran.

The claim for a heart condition has not been reopened due to lack of new and material evidence.,The claims for right and left ankle disabilities have been reopened based on the submission of new evidence, but service connection is denied as there is no direct or secondary evidence linking these conditions to service.,Diabetes mellitus was not incurred in service and is not related to any other condition. Service connection is denied.,Bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities has not been shown to be related to service, nor is it linked to a pre-existing condition. Service connection is denied.,Diabetic retinopathy was not documented during service or within one year after separation and is not considered secondary to any other condition. Service connection is denied.,A kidney condition was not diagnosed in service or within one year of separation, and there is no evidence linking it to service. Service connection is denied.,Vertigo has not been shown to be related to service. Service connection is denied.,Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was not documented during service and is not considered secondary to any other condition. Service connection is denied.,Gout was not diagnosed in service or within one year of separation, and there is no evidence linking it to service. Service connection is denied.,A lung disability manifested by spots in the lung has not been shown to be related to service. Service connection is denied.,Neurological condition manifested by tremors has not been shown to be related to service. Service connection is denied.,Sleep apnea was not shown to be related to service or any other condition. Service connection is denied.,Left shoulder disability was not diagnosed in service and is not considered secondary to any other condition. Service connection is denied.,Hypertension did not have its onset during service, nor is it linked to a pre-existing condition. Service connection is denied.,Erectile dysfunction was not shown to be related to service or any other condition. Service connection is denied.,Left hip disability and right ear condition (manifested by swelling and drainage) were not diagnosed in service or within one year of separation, and there is no evidence linking them to service. Service connection is denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic adjustment disorder with depression, hypertension, sleep apnea, and insomnia were denied as the evidence did not show a current disability or relationship to military service.