Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as he withdrew the issues of entitlement to service connection for atrial fibrillation, subacute peripheral neuropathy, right upper extremity, and entitlement to an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for service-connected left distal radius fracture, status post reduction, with degenerative changes.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been granted, with the exception of some issues related to his prostate condition and sleep apnea. The decision also includes a determination that he is eligible for special monthly compensation.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development regarding his exposure to herbicides and environmental hazards, as well as the inextricably intertwined secondary service connection claims.

The Board found that the Veteran's peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremities is not related to his active duty service and is not proximately due to or the result of a service-connected disorder, including diabetes mellitus. The evidence does not support service connection on any basis.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to a determination made by VBA regarding the territorial status of Da Nang Harbor. The Veteran's claims for service connection remain pending.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, secondary to diabetes mellitus type 2 with no herbicide exposure. The evidence is at least in equipoise that the Veteran's current condition is related to his service-connected diabetes.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities is being remanded due to outstanding records and a need for further medical examination.

The Board has granted a 20 percent disability rating for the Veteran's left upper extremity neuropathy prior to March 22, 2007. The issue of TDIU is remanded and will be adjudicated by the AOJ.

The Veteran is seeking service connection for diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, both claimed as secondary to Agent Orange exposure. The Board has determined that a Statement of the Case must be issued on these issues.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus is granted as service connected due to presumed exposure to herbicides. The Board also finds that the Veteran has peripheral neuropathy of both lower extremities and a kidney disability, but these conditions are not found to be related to his diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development regarding his exposure to herbicides during service in Vung Tau Harbor and other locations close to the coastline of Vietnam.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremities due to presumed exposure to herbicides during service. Service connection is granted for these conditions.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and rating decision on underlying issues of cervical spine disability and diabetes mellitus type 2. The claims for service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the upper extremities will be reconsidered.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, bilateral lower extremities has been withdrawn. The issue of entitlement to a TDIU rating is being remanded as the SOC has not yet been issued.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral upper extremity peripheral neuropathy, finding no current disability and noting the Veteran's contentions regarding exposure to Agent Orange are not competent evidence.

The Veteran's combined service-connected disability rating is 80 percent, and the evidence indicates that his service-connected disabilities prevent him from engaging in substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's case is being remanded for further development to determine if he requires aid and attendance or is housebound due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's lower extremity neuropathy is being remanded for further development and medical opinion regarding its etiology, including whether it is related to his exposure to Agent Orange during service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a VA examination to assess the severity of his service-connected bilateral plantar callosities and their impact on his ability to work. The TDIU issue will also be addressed.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea, right knee disorder, diabetes mellitus, peripheral neuropathy of upper and lower extremities, and myasthenia gravis. The evidence submitted since the April 2006 rating decision did not provide new and material evidence to reopen any of these claims.