Migraines & headaches decisions — 2004

The Board denied service connection for chronic respiratory disorder, chronic skin disorder, cervical spine disorder, and headaches as these conditions were not shown to be related to service.

The Board denied service connection for headaches and increased rating for Hodgkin's disease. The claim of reopening the hypertension was granted, but the issue of reopening the myositis claim remains pending.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for an earlier effective date for TDIU and a higher rating for migraine headaches, finding that the earliest assignable effective date was August 11, 1995.

The veteran's major depression is rated at the highest possible evaluation of 100 percent. The left knee sprain, internal derangement of the left knee, and right knee strain are all rated at the maximum available evaluations of 10 percent each. Migraine headaches with blackouts have been evaluated as 10 percent disabling.

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease status post myocardial infarction and coronary artery bypass graft, effective June 5, 1991. The veteran's heart condition is considered secondary to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied service connection for curvature of the thoracic spine and did not address the other issues as they were pending development.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for an increased rating for postoperative residuals of a nose fracture, service connection for allergic rhinitis, low back pain, and residuals of frostbite to his ears. The remaining issues were remanded.

The Board dismissed the appeal regarding whether an appeal from a rating decision denying an increased rating for a cervical spine disability was timely filed. The veteran's other claims, including those for headaches and a TDIU, are still pending.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for his cervical and lumbar spine disabilities, as well as his claim for service connection for recurrent headaches. The veteran was not found to have a current headache disability.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for a low back disability, bilateral ankle disability, and bilateral arch disability. The veteran was granted service connection for tension headaches and left shoulder disability but with noncompensable ratings.

The veteran does not have a chronic disability manifested by respiratory difficulty, headaches, fatigue, and joint pain.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including a VA neurologic examination and VCAA compliance.

The Board has remanded the veteran's claims for increased ratings due to incomplete development of her medical records and failure to provide proper VCAA notice.

The Board has determined that the veteran's claimed conditions are not related to his military service and have denied all of his claims for service connection.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including scheduling of VA examinations and obtaining additional medical records.

The Board found that the veteran's headaches and swollen joints were not incurred or aggravated during his active service. The nasal fracture with nasal deformity issue is remanded for further development.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for low back disability, left shoulder disability, headaches (due to a concussion in service), left ankle disability, hemorrhoids, and rash on the right foot.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the veteran's migraine headaches are related to her service-connected PTSD. The claim for an increased rating for PTSD is also being remanded.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD, headaches, and sensitivity to light are all related to his service in July 1983 when he was assaulted. The VA has granted service connection for these conditions.

The Board has determined that the veteran's chronic headache disorder is service-connected, as it began during his military service.