Migraines & headaches Board decisions

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep disorder and headaches due to a lack of STRs, and the need for VA examinations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, a respiratory disorder, and a headache disorder is granted. The claims for these conditions are remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings on multiple disabilities are being remanded due to the need for additional treatment records.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for TDIU prior to August 28, 2009, finding that his service-connected disabilities did not prevent him from securing and following substantially gainful employment during this period.

The Board has determined that additional evidence must be considered by the AOJ before a final decision can be made on your claims. You will need to provide any new information or documents you have.

The Board has granted service connection for dizziness, migraines, and facial nerve paralysis, finding that these conditions are related to the Veteran's military service.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and headache disability as there was no evidence of a current disability or in-service injury that caused the conditions.

The Board dismissed all appeals due to the Veteran's death. No service connection decisions were made.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for tension headaches, an acquired psychiatric disorder, sleep apnea, GERD, and hypertension have been reopened.,Service connection has been granted for these conditions.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination. The Veteran's migraine headaches, right wrist ganglion cyst, thoracic spine DJD, and bilateral foot calluses are all being reviewed.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to unresolved issues regarding his exposure to environmental toxins and radiation, as well as potential aggravation of pre-existing conditions by PTSD. The Veteran is seeking service connection for residuals of pulmonary embolism, left calf deep vein thrombosis, and TBI with residual headaches.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for migraine headaches and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) were denied. The claim for migraine headaches was not reopened due to lack of new and material evidence, while the GERD claim was denied as there is no nexus between the condition and service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for TMJ was denied due to lack of new and material evidence. The claims for GERD, rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis in the bilateral hands, lumbago, anxiety, headaches, and dizzy spells are all denied.,The Board has determined that there is no current disability related to these conditions and they were not incurred or aggravated by service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various disabilities, including right knee disability, low back disability, headaches, left knee disability, sinus condition, and heart disability (left ventricular hypertrophy). The decision also notes that updated VA treatment records are needed.

The Veteran's appeals for an earlier effective date for tinnitus and service connection for headaches have been dismissed due to the Veteran withdrawing his appeal.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a duty to assist error regarding the relationship between the Veteran's migraines and his prescribed eczema medications. A new medical opinion is needed to address this issue.

The Veteran's migraine headaches are rated at a maximum of 50 percent, and his major depressive disorder is rated at 70 percent. The Veteran also meets the criteria for TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for migraine headaches and a right ankle condition, finding that there is no current evidence of these conditions during or recent to the pendency of the claim.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for back disability, migraines, and chronic nosebleeds due to inadequate medical opinions regarding their etiology.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus are found to be related to in-service noise exposure.,The Veteran's acquired psychiatric condition (including post-traumatic stress disorder) is found to be related to in-service stressors.,There is no current diagnosis of vertigo, so the claim must be denied.,The right shoulder disability and hepatitis C are not service-connected due to lack of evidence indicating a connection to service.,Headaches are not service-connected as there is no indication that they were aggravated by service.