Migraines & headaches decisions — 2024

The Board dismissed the issue of service connection for allergic rhinitis. The claim for service connection for a back disability was reopened, but the appeal remains pending as it is remanded for additional development. The claims for service connection for a headache disability, cervical radiculopathy (right and left upper extremities), and a left knee disability are also remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus and has remanded the remaining issues due to lack of VA treatment records.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a left shoulder disorder and a headache disorder are being remanded due to the need for further development, including obtaining medical opinions regarding the etiology of his headaches.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including asthma, migraines, PTSD, and TBI-related conditions, have rendered him unable to secure or maintain substantially gainful employment for the appeal period from May 14, 2018, to September 7, 2021, and from September 18, 2021, to September 7, 2022. Effective September 7, 2021, he is in receipt of a 100% combined schedular disability rating.

The Board has remanded the claims for migraine headaches, reactive airway disease (RAD), and TDIU due to service-connected disabilities. The Veteran's conditions have worsened since his last examinations in March 2020 and August 2020, and new VA examinations are needed.

The appeal for a rating in excess of 50 percent for service-connected migraine headaches is dismissed. Service connection for basal cell carcinoma is granted under the PACT Act, but not prior to August 10, 2022. The issue of service connection for an unspecified neck condition is remanded.

The Board has dismissed all claims of service connection and rating for various conditions, including migraines, vertigo, obstructive sleep apnea, PTSD, and TDIU.

Service connection for headaches, other than under the provisions of the PACT Act, is granted. Service connection for a right knee disorder is remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate compliance with previous remands and a need for an addendum medical opinion.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders are caused and aggravated by his service-connected disabilities. The Board has granted the claim for service connection, but the effective date of the TDIU is remanded due to insufficient clinical evidence.

The Board has granted service connection for head trauma, hydrocephalus as secondary to in-service head trauma, headaches as secondary to in-service head trauma, tremors as secondary to in-service head trauma, and depression as secondary to in-service head trauma.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including a right foot disorder, insomnia, bilateral eye disorders, headaches, respiratory issues, and sinus problems. The evidence did not support a causal link between these conditions and active service.

The Board has decided to remand the cases for further action regarding overpayment of VA compensation benefits due to receipt of military drill pay in FY 2015 and FY 2016, as well as the issue related to overpayment related to FY 2014 drill pay. The Veteran is also requested to be provided with an audit explaining the amount of each overpayment and how it was calculated.

The Veteran's initial claim for a higher rating for chronic headaches has been granted, and the Board has determined that he is entitled to a 50% disability rating from the date of service connection. The appeal regarding service connection for brain aneurysm surgery and neurological disability manifested by blackouts, cognitive memory loss, and visual distortion remains pending.

The Board has granted a 30 percent disability rating for migraine headaches, effective October 19, 2018. The issue of entitlement to a higher rating is being remanded due to the need for additional development and examination.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus and TBI residuals, as well as a compensable rating for migraine headaches. The evidence did not support the Veteran's assertions of exposure to herbicide agents or other toxins in service.

This decision dismisses the Veteran's appeal for an increased disability rating for Pseudofolliculitis Barbae. The Veteran's tinnitus and headaches are granted service connection, but his left ear hearing loss, depressive disorder with anxiety, cervical spine disability, lumbar spine disability, and scar on the head remain remanded for further development.,Service connection is granted for tinnitus due to in-service noise exposure. Headaches are also granted as related to an in-service fall.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to additional development being needed, including obtaining VA and private treatment records for gastrointestinal symptoms, pancreatic cancer, PTSD, and alcohol abuse. The Board also needs a medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's service-connected PTSD and associated alcohol abuse contributed substantially or materially to his death from pancreatic cancer.

The appeal for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for chronic bronchitis has been withdrawn and is dismissed.,New and material evidence having been received, the appeals to reopen claims for entitlement to service connection for low back disability and headaches are granted. The issues of service connection for these conditions remain remanded due to new exposure basis under PACT Act.,The appeal for a compensable rating for left shin splints is remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's back disability, neck disability, headaches, right upper extremity numbness, and left upper extremity numbness. The issues of service connection for these conditions are now resolved.