Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The veteran's claims for service connection for diabetic retinopathy and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities and right upper extremity are being remanded due to incomplete development. The VA will conduct further examinations and obtain additional medical records before deciding these claims.

The veteran's appeal is remanded for further development, including a new VA examination to assess the current existence of any neurologic impairment due to his service-connected disability and all current manifestations.

The Board has determined that the veteran's diabetes mellitus, with diabetic neuropathy and diabetic retinopathy, is service-connected based on a direct relationship to his military service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's current hypothyroidism and peripheral neuropathy are related to his service, with the former being due to exposure to ionizing radiation during active duty.

The Board has received notification from the appellant that they wish to withdraw their appeal, thus dismissing the case.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including amblyopia and anopsia of the right eye, fungal infection (onychomycosis) of the hands and feet, stomach disorder, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia of the left eye, tinnitus, vertigo, fibromyalgia, and peripheral neuropathy. The claims were denied as not well grounded or without evidence linking these conditions to service.

The veteran's appeal is for restoration of a 30 percent rating for his service-connected right leg disability, which was previously rated at 10 percent from July 1, 1998, and 20 percent since April 13, 2000. The RO has requested additional medical evidence and will re-adjudicate the claim.

The Board has granted service connection for degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine, finding that it is at least as likely as not related to a fall in service. The veteran's other claims are addressed in the remand portion.

The Board has determined that the veteran's current osteomyelitis and peripheral neuropathy of the feet are related to a cold injury he sustained during service, granting his claim for service connection.

The Board denied service connection for peripheral neuropathy, Guillain-Barre syndrome, and hematuria as a result of exposure to herbicides. The veteran's claims for spot on the lungs, benign prostatic hypertrophy, vision problems, and hematuria were also denied.

The veteran's initial claim for a higher rating for diabetes mellitus was denied, and his service connection claim for herbicide exposure-related conditions was also denied due to lack of evidence linking any current disability to service.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete service medical records and the need for further development, including a VA examination.

The veteran's service-connected right and left great toe disabilities are currently rated at 10 percent each, with separate ratings for peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities. The appeal is denied as there is no evidence to warrant a higher rating.

The Board denied the veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for peripheral neuropathy of both lower extremities, finding no new and material evidence. The RO confirmed this decision in June 2003.

The Board denied the appellant's claims for increased evaluations and service connection, finding that the evidence did not support granting any of his claims.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral peripheral neuropathy as secondary to the veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and providing the veteran with a VA examination to assess his service-connected conditions.

The Board has determined that the veteran's service medical records are not available and have been requested. The RO is also instructed to determine if the veteran is receiving Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits, as any such records should be obtained and associated with the claims folder. The veteran needs to be scheduled for a VA neurological examination to determine whether he currently suffers from diabetic neuropathy.

The Board has granted the veteran's claim of service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the upper extremities as secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus. The issue regarding an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for sinusitis is remanded.

The Board has granted an increased rating to a 40 percent for diabetes mellitus, which now requires insulin, restricted diet, and regulation of activities.