Multiple sclerosis decisions — 2018

The Veteran's current diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis was not established during or within seven years after service, and the Board finds that direct service connection is not warranted due to inconsistencies in the Veteran's statements regarding when he first noticed symptoms.

The Board has determined that an effective date earlier than November 24, 2010 for the award of SMC based on aid and attendance is not warranted as it was not factually ascertainable that the need for aid and attendance was warranted at any time within the one-year prior to November 24, 2010.

The Veteran's service connection claims for multiple sclerosis, optic neuritis, chronic fatigue, joint and muscle pain, bowel incontinence, bladder incontinence, and chronic migraines have been granted. The claim for bilateral lower extremity numbness (neuralgia) is pending.

The Board found that the Veteran's current diagnosis of multiple sclerosis did not have its onset in service and is not related to her military service, thus denying her claim for service connection.