Other conditions Board decisions

The Veteran's skin conditions and fungal infection are being remanded for additional development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and scheduling a new examination to determine the nature and etiology of these conditions.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim of service connection for diverticulitis and, by extension, diverticulosis. The disability is considered to be a direct result of in-service symptoms.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA), finding that there was no evidence linking his disability to his military service, including any exposure to herbicides. The Veteran and his wife reported having been told by a provider that CAA was caused by military environmental exposures, but this opinion is not reflected in the record.

The Board has decided to remand the claims for service connection for atrial fibrillation and congestive heart failure (CHF) due to inconsistencies in Dr. M.S.'s opinion with the record, and to re-evaluate the probative value of his opinion.

The Veteran's surviving spouse is not entitled to nonservice-connected death pension benefits as her countable income exceeds the applicable maximum annual pension limit for an Appellant without dependents.

The Veteran's tardive dyskinesia is denied as it was not caused by VA carelessness, negligence, or fault. The Veteran's chemical brain injury claim is also denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been remanded due to the need for further development and evidence.

The claim for service connection is being remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and development of VA treatment records. The Veteran's right foot disability, including injuries sustained during basic training, needs further evaluation.

The Veteran's tongue cancer is related to his in-service exposure to photographic chemicals and herbicide agents. The Board has granted service connection for the residuals of tongue cancer.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's breathing problems and lung condition may be related to his in-service exposure to burn pits, asbestos, and other chemicals. However, due to insufficient evidence, a VA examination is needed to determine if these conditions are service-connected.

The Veteran's left epididymal cyst is related to a documented injury during INACDUTRA, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition. The issue of service connection for left inguinal hernia remains pending as there are conflicting medical opinions regarding its current existence.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, specifically failing to obtain private medical records related to the Veteran's head trauma and stroke. The AOJ is instructed to request these records from identified sources.

The Veteran's appeal was dismissed due to their death, and the case is not about service connection.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection of residuals of a right forearm fracture and remanded it due to insufficient evidence on causation.

The Board has remanded the cases for additional development due to lack of VA examination and hospitalization records. The Veteran's contact information needs to be verified, and any outstanding treatment records should be obtained.

Service connection is granted for right and left dry eye syndromes. Service connection is denied for a bilateral hearing loss disability prior to March 17, 2022, but granted from that date onwards. The case is remanded for further development regarding service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD, anxiety, and adjustment disorder), residuals of heatstroke (headaches), and other eye disabilities.

The appeal was dismissed due to the appellant's death, and no further action can be taken on this case.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal, and the Board dismissed it.

The Board has remanded several issues for further development, including service connection claims and rating determinations. The Veteran's representative requested additional information about the competency of VA examiners.

The Veteran's left thigh hematoma and associated neurological impairment are currently rated at 10 percent. The Board has remanded the case for further development, including consideration of whether a higher rating is warranted.