Migraines & headaches Board decisions

The Veteran's migraine headaches are rated at 50 percent, the maximum schedular rating available under Diagnostic Code 8100 due to their frequency and severity.

The Board has decided to remand the case for further development and consideration, including obtaining a VA examination and addressing the Veteran's claims.

The Veteran's skin disorder, including tinea versicolor and tinea pedis, is found to have been incurred during service.,Headaches are determined to be secondary to the Veteran's service-connected hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete service records and a need for further examination regarding National Guard service.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent, but the Board finds no evidence of total occupational and social impairment. The claims for headaches, fatigue, and joint pain have been reopened due to new and material evidence.

The Board has remanded the case due to outstanding medical evidence from SSA and further examination is needed to determine the nature and etiology of the Veteran's claimed conditions.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a traumatic brain injury with headaches and light sensitivity is being remanded due to the need for additional medical records.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for her service-connected tension headaches is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination and additional treatment records.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and opinions regarding service connection for various conditions.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and examination to address issues related to increased ratings for PTSD, major depression, cognitive impairment, TBI-related headaches, and alleged eye symptoms.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim of entitlement to service connection for a lung condition, but remands the case for further development and consideration.

The Board has directed that the Veteran undergo additional VA examinations and review of his claims file to determine the nature and etiology of his claimed conditions, including hearing loss, tinnitus, burn scars, psychiatric disorders, and lung disorder. The case is REMANDED for these actions.

The Board has granted a 30 percent rating for migraine headaches from September 29, 2003 to April 7, 2014.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development to determine the severity of her service-connected headaches and their impact on her economic adaptability.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not meet the criteria for service connection for a spine disability, right foot hallux valgus, bilateral breast reduction, or chronic headaches. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disability is denied as there is no current diagnosis and it is less likely than not caused by service. Service connection for sleep apnea, left knee, and right knee disabilities cannot be established due to lack of evidence.

The Veteran's service-connected migraine headaches are rated at 50 percent, effective May 4, 2011. His major depression is currently evaluated as 50 percent disabling.

The Board has reopened the previously denied claim and granted service connection for headaches as they are causally related to in-service exposure to CARC paint.

The Veteran's increased rating for vascular and tension headaches from March 8, 2006 was granted.,The Veteran's TDIU rating was granted effective November 1, 2008.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed conditions, including glaucoma, pancreatitis, prostate disorder, syncope, headache disorder, neck disorder, and back disorder, were not incurred or aggravated during active duty service. The evidence does not support a finding of direct service connection for these conditions.

The Board has reopened the claim of service connection for chronic headaches and granted it. The Veteran's chronic headaches are found to be related to his active duty service.