Multiple sclerosis Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining updated treatment records and providing an addendum opinion from a VA examiner regarding the etiology of his cervical spine condition. The claims for increased ratings of multiple sclerosis, acquired psychiatric condition, TDIU, and SMC are also pending.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, particularly her multiple sclerosis, rendered her unable to obtain or follow substantially gainful employment from January 15, 2008 to November 8, 2010.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal before the Board could make a decision. As a result, the case is dismissed.

The Board has determined that the evidence does not support a finding of service connection for multiple sclerosis or residuals of heat injury, as the most competent and credible evidence does not show these conditions were incurred or aggravated during periods of active duty training (ACDUTRA).

The Board has determined that the Veteran's early symptoms and signs of multiple sclerosis, including intermittent arm numbness and sharp pain in the T6-10 area of his spine during service, are at least as likely as not related to his later diagnosed condition. As a result, service connection for multiple sclerosis is granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and therefore, service connection for this condition is denied.

The Veteran's MS is rated at 30 percent, and his depressive disorder, speech disorder, IBS, bladder disorder, visual field defect, and ED are separately rated. The Board finds that the Veteran's claims for higher ratings are not supported by the evidence of record.

The Board of Veterans' Appeals has ordered the case REMANDED for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and an examination to determine if the Veteran's service-connected multiple sclerosis, seizure disorder, and optic neuritis result in a need for regular aid and attendance.

The Veteran has withdrawn her appeals for the issues of increased ratings for multiple sclerosis, neurological impairment of the upper and lower extremities, and mood disorder. She also withdrew her appeal regarding service connection for visual disturbance due to multiple sclerosis.

The Board has determined that it is at least as likely as not that the Veteran's multiple sclerosis was present to a compensable degree within 7 years of his active duty, and therefore grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his representative, and the Board is dismissing the appeal.

The Board found no evidence of MS in service or within the presumptive period following separation, and thus denied the Veteran's claim for service connection.

The Board finds that the Veteran's Multiple Sclerosis first manifested within seven years of separation from service, and grants service connection based on this legal presumption.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's multiple sclerosis was not present to a compensable degree during service or within the first seven years after discharge, and the preponderance of the competent medical evidence is against finding her multiple sclerosis was incurred in or otherwise the result of her active service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD has been denied as he does not meet the criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD. His claim for service connection for MS is granted, but his TDIU claim is moot due to the grant of a 100% rating for coronary artery disease.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's Multiple Sclerosis is service-connected due to an in-service injury, and her depressive disorder is secondary to a service-connected condition. The reduction of the rating for the right knee disability was improper.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis, finding that there was no competent evidence linking his current condition to his active duty or any other period of service.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by the appellant prior to a decision being made.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's multiple sclerosis and optic neuritis are related to her service, with the optic neuritis being secondary to her service-connected multiple sclerosis. Service connection is granted for both conditions.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's multiple sclerosis was manifested to a compensable degree within seven years of his period of active service, warranting presumptive service connection.