Multiple sclerosis decisions — 2004

The Board denied the veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for his service-connected bipolar disorder with memory loss and multiple sclerosis with left lower extremity weakness, finding that the current evaluations were appropriate.

The veteran is seeking service connection for an ill-defined neurological disorder, to include multiple sclerosis. The Board has determined that a remand is necessary due to the need for further examination and consideration of additional evidence.

The case is being remanded for further action, including scheduling a personal hearing at the RO before a Veterans Law Judge.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to inadequate notification and because of outstanding medical records.

The veteran's claims for higher initial evaluations for multiple sclerosis-related disabilities of the lower and upper extremities were denied. The RO found that his symptoms did not warrant additional compensable ratings.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical opinions and evidence regarding the onset of the veteran's multiple sclerosis.

The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development, including a VA examination to assess the current status of the appellant's MS and its impact on his upper and lower extremities.

The veteran's claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis is being remanded due to the need for VCAA compliance and obtaining relevant medical records.

The Board found that the veteran's diagnosed Multiple Sclerosis was not incurred in or aggravated by his active military service, nor may it be presumed to have been so incurred. The evidence did not show a link between the veteran's service and his diagnosed MS.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including a review of the appellant's medical records and a more complete assessment of her service-connected multiple sclerosis.

The Board has determined that the veteran's service-connected disabilities, including multiple sclerosis and dementia, have resulted in a level of incapacity consistent with loss of use of both feet. Therefore, SMC based on loss of use of both feet is granted.

The veteran's claim for service connection for Multiple Sclerosis is being remanded due to the need to obtain VA Agent Orange examination records and treatment records from the appropriate VA Medical Center.

The Board denied an increased evaluation for the veteran's service-connected multiple sclerosis with optic neuritis, currently rated at 30 percent.

The Board finds that the veteran has multiple sclerosis which originated in service and first manifested within seven years of his discharge from service, granting service connection for a neurological disorder.

The Board denied service connection for multiple sclerosis, chronic dermatitis, and a chronic disability manifested by dry skin as these conditions were not shown to be related to active duty or reserve service.

The Board has granted service connection for multiple sclerosis, finding that the veteran's symptoms are attributable to this condition and have been present since her military service. The diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is supported by medical evidence, including a VA examination report and private physician opinions.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis, finding no evidence of a causal connection to his military service or herbicide exposure. The decision also noted that multiple sclerosis was not manifested within seven years post-service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's multiple sclerosis was incurred during his active military service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to new evidence and a need for a medical examination.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the veteran's claim of service connection for Multiple Sclerosis. The Board finds that the veteran's symptoms, including quadraparesis with ataxia of both upper extremities and complete loss of use of both legs, were consistent with multiple sclerosis as far back as the mid-1970s during his military service.