Hypertension (high blood pressure) Board decisions

The Veteran does not have any of the claimed conditions that were caused or aggravated by her service, or a service-connected disability.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension is at least as likely as not caused by or aggravated by his service-connected PTSD, and thus grants service connection for hypertension.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on need for regular aid and attendance or by reason of being housebound.,Service connection has been granted for a bowel disorder (chronic constipation), but it does not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD, an acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD, and tinnitus. The increased ratings for peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity, peripheral neuropathy of the right lower extremity, hypertension, and autonomic neuropathy of the gastrointestinal tract with complications of small bowel obstruction are also granted.

The Board found that the Veteran's cardiovascular disease, including hypertension, was not incurred or aggravated during active duty and is not proximately due to a service-connected disability. The claim for service connection was denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied, and the petition to reopen his diabetes mellitus and leukemia claims was also denied. The Board found no evidence of herbicide exposure in service or any other basis for service connection.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU remains on appeal due to the need for further examination and opinion regarding his service-connected disabilities. The RO is instructed to arrange for a VA mental disorders examination, obtain any additional evidence, and readjudicate the claim.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA psychiatric examination to determine if he has PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for diabetes mellitus is being remanded. Additionally, the claims for service connection of hypertension, peripheral neuropathy, retinopathy, and sleep apnea are also being remanded.,The Veteran seeks service connection for hypertension, peripheral neuropathy, retinopathy, and sleep apnea as secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus. The skin disability claim is also being remanded due to the need for a VA examination.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for polysubstance abuse has been dismissed. The remaining claims of hypertension, cerebral stroke and residuals, and right leg disability are remanded to the RO/AMC.

The Veteran seeks service connection for hypertension and erectile dysfunction as secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus. The Board has determined that a remand is necessary due to the inadequacy of the VA examination report.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension is more likely related to his service-connected diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome, rather than being a separate condition incurred in service. As such, the claim for service connection for hypertension is granted.

The Board has remanded the pension and TDIU claims for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and Social Security Administration (SSA) records. The Veteran's service-connected hepatitis C is not considered in determining his eligibility for pension benefits.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim to reopen his previously denied service connection for sleep apnea, finding that he did not submit new and material evidence.

The Board has determined that the appellant's hypertension, chronic headaches, right ring finger injury, and bilateral foot disorder were incurred during a period of active duty for training (ACDUTRA). Service connection is granted for these conditions.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to incomplete explanations in prior opinions and to address secondary aggravation of hypertension by service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension, finding that it is more likely than not caused by the Veteran's presumed exposure to Agent Orange during his service in Vietnam.

The Board has determined that further development is necessary before adjudication of the claim for service connection for hypertension, including obtaining verification of active duty periods and scheduling a VA examination.

The case is being remanded for additional development, including a new examination for PTSD and hypertension, as well as an opportunity for the Veteran to submit an informal brief regarding benign prostatic hypertrophy.

The Board has withdrawn the Veteran's appeals on several issues due to his withdrawal of those claims. The remaining issues are related to service connection for hypertension, a psychiatric disorder (PTSD), and entitlement to TDIU.