Migraines & headaches decisions — 2020

The Veteran is granted a 50 percent rating for migraines, effective from the date of the decision. The rating is based on symptoms including throbbing pain, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, changes in vision, and sensory changes that result in frequent prostrating attacks.

The Board denied service connection for low back condition, headaches, ED, high blood pressure, and sleep issues as the Veteran's conditions did not manifest in-service or within one year post-service. The Board also found no secondary service connection due to his low back condition.

The Board is remanding the case for AOJ review of additional evidence received after the December 2017 Statement of the Case.

A higher 50 percent rating for tension headaches is granted even prior to January 24, 2019.,The Veteran's Tension Headaches are rated at the maximum allowable under VA guidelines and no further increase in rating is warranted.

The Veteran's hypertension is rated at 10 percent, but no higher. The initial rating for service-connected lumbar strain has been granted at 40 percent from April 24, 2019.,Service connection was denied for erectile dysfunction, hiatal hernia/GERD, headaches, PTSD, joint problems, fatigue/shortness of breath, and TDIU.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent, the highest available rating, and no higher.,The Veteran is granted TDIU based on her service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development due to insufficient evidence and incomplete evaluations. The Veteran's service connection claims for headaches, Hepatitis C, and pain and burning sensations in various body parts are pending.

The Veteran's sinusitis with headaches was granted a 30 percent rating from December 15, 2010 to October 2, 2012. The initial ratings for allergic rhinitis and sinusitis with headaches prior to this period were denied.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for migraine headaches, finding that her condition is proximately due to her service-connected PTSD.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's chronic headaches are related to his service-connected right ankle sprain, PTSD, and/or hypertension. However, due to a recent court decision on secondary service connection, a new medical opinion is needed.

The Veteran's claim for residuals of a left-hand laceration is denied as there are no current residuals.,The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent since April 9, 2013 for residuals of a nasal fracture is remanded due to conflicting medical evidence regarding the severity of his sinusitis.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including lumbar spine disorder, shoulder disorders, foot disorders, knee disorders, and hearing loss. The issues are related to whether these conditions had their onset during active duty or are otherwise etiologically related to such service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for migraine headaches, seizure disorder, right knee condition, and bilateral leg condition as new and material evidence was not received.

The Veteran's asthma and migraines claims are remanded due to the need for new examinations to assess their severity and etiology.

The Veteran's headaches are granted as service-connected.,The Veteran's tinnitus is denied a rating in excess of 10 percent.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to insufficient information regarding the Veteran's headaches and their impact on his ability to work.

The appeal for service connection for headaches has been dismissed.,The appeal for service connection for Meniere’s disease has been dismissed.,Service connection for an upper respiratory disorder, diagnosed as chronic rhinosinusitis, is granted.

The Veteran's claim of service connection for sleep apnea, headaches, bowel disorder, right lower extremity radiculopathy, and lower left extremity radiculopathy is being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and opinions.

The Board has found that additional evidence was submitted and remanded the cases for further review. The issues of service connection have been returned to the AOJ for consideration.

The Veteran's sinusitis and migraine headaches are granted with initial ratings, but the rating for allergic rhinitis is denied. The Veteran's migraine headaches require a remand to obtain updated evidence.