Migraines & headaches Board decisions

The Board has found that the veteran's migraine headaches did not meet the criteria for an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent from February 16, 1990, to December 2, 2002. The issue regarding an earlier effective date for service connection based on a clear and unmistakable error remains pending.

The Board has determined that the veteran's headache disorder is proximately due to or the result of his service-connected cervical spine disability, and thus grants service connection for a headache disorder.

The Board's decision denying service connection for neurological residuals of dental trauma and oral surgery performed in service is dismissed due to the Court vacating it.

The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn due to his statement withdrawing the appeal.

The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for headaches, currently rated at 30 percent, was denied by the Board of Veterans' Appeals.

The Board has denied the appellant's claims of service connection for headaches, bilateral foot fungus, numbness of hands, and tinnitus due to exposure to Agent Orange. The evidence does not support a finding that these conditions are related to military service.

The veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected psychophysiological gastrointestinal disorder, also shown as abdominal migraine, is being remanded to allow for further development and consideration.

The veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease (CAD) and hypertension, a laceration to the head and severe headaches, and left upper lobe granuloma as a result of exposure to herbicides are granted.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary and the case is being remanded to the RO for further action.

The Board found that the veteran's headaches, hypertension, and foot problems did not meet the criteria for service connection. The veteran's headaches were noted to have existed prior to her military service and did not worsen during service. Her hypertension was first diagnosed many years after service and no medical evidence linked it to service. Her foot problems in service were acute and transitory.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the death of the veteran, and thus has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of this claim.

The veteran's service-connected left parietal depressed skull defect is currently evaluated as 50 percent disabling, and his headaches are separately rated at 10 percent. The Board finds the evidence does not support a higher evaluation for either condition.

The Board has ordered further development due to the need for additional evidence and clarification. The case is now being remanded for a thorough review and examination of the veteran's claims.

The veteran's claim for a compensable evaluation for migraine headaches is being remanded due to the need for a VA neurology examination.

The Board has granted the veteran's claims for service connection for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine, and migraine headaches, finding that these conditions are related to his military service.

The Board found that new and material evidence had been submitted to reopen the claim for service connection for residuals of a head injury, including seizures and headaches. However, the Board denied the claim on the merits as there was no medical evidence linking current conditions to service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's claims for increased ratings and special monthly compensation based on loss of use of both lower extremities are denied as there is no evidence showing that his service-connected residuals of a head injury have resulted in significant functional impairment or marked interference with employment.

The Board has ordered further development due to pending issues and evidence. The case is now remanded for additional examination and review.

The veteran's gastrointestinal disability, diagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome, is presumed to have been incurred in service. The other conditions are not considered due to an undiagnosed illness or service connection.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected post concussion syndrome with headaches and seizure disorder, finding that the evidence did not establish more than one prostrating headache a month or any confirmed seizures.