Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for chronic sinusitis has been denied as his symptoms do not meet the criteria for a higher rating.,Service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II and bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the legs is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding exposure to herbicides or service connection on other grounds.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a skin disability and peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities due to their potential relationship with in-service herbicide exposure.

The Board found no current diagnosis of right or left upper extremity peripheral neuropathy and deemed the prior diagnoses invalid. The Veteran's symptoms were attributed to a cervical radiculopathy.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's left second toe amputation, finding that it is proximately due to his service-connected diabetic neuropathy.

The Veteran's right and left lower extremity sciatic nerve neuropathy associated with diabetes mellitus are each currently rated at 20 percent, which is the maximum rating under Diagnostic Code 8520. The Board has remanded these claims for further development.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent and not higher.,Service connection for CFS has been reopened but the claim remains denied.,Service connection for peripheral neuropathy has been reopened but the claim remains denied.,Service connection for a bilateral hip condition was previously denied, with no new evidence provided to reopen it.,Service connection for sleep apnea secondary to PTSD is granted.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II and bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy. The skin disability claim was also denied.

The Board has granted service connection for arthritis associated with right wrist injury and right ulnar neuropathy, finding that the current disabilities are at least as likely related to the Veteran's in-service injuries.

The claims for service connection of the Veteran's back disability, right knee disability, polyneuropathy of the left hand, and polyneuropathy of the right hand are being remanded due to new evidence received since previous decisions. The Board will seek medical opinions on the etiology of these conditions.

The Veteran's hypertension is granted as service-connected due to herbicide agent exposure in Vietnam.,Impaired fasting glucose (claimed as diabetes mellitus) is not service-connected, as there is no evidence of a current disability and the Veteran does not meet the full criteria for diabetes mellitus.,Bacterial meningitis is not service-connected, as there is no indication that it had its onset in service with a continuation since service.,Peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities is not service-connected, as there is no evidence of current disability related to active duty service.

The Board has granted service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities, as well as the left and right upper extremities, due to exposure to herbicide agents during service.,Veteran's medical opinions support a link between his exposure to herbicide agents and development of peripheral neuropathy.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance, which is now granted for special monthly compensation (SMC).

The Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including diabetes mellitus, peripheral neuropathy of the extremities, heart disability, and acquired psychiatric disorder, have been denied as there is no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities and myelodysplastic syndrome, finding that these conditions are related to the Veteran's military service, including exposure to herbicide agents like Agent Orange.

The Veteran's left knee disability, along with other service-connected conditions, is currently rated at 30 percent. The Board denied a higher rating for the left knee disability and granted a TDIU effective October 7, 2015.

The Board has remanded the claims for rating and TDIU due to incomplete development, including obtaining additional medical records.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a colon disorder, including colonic polyps, has been denied as there is no current disability.,Service connection for hypertension was granted based on the PACT Act effective from August 10, 2022.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been remanded due to the need for additional development regarding his exposure to chemicals while stationed in Japan. The Board will consider all of his claimed conditions, including cardiovascular issues and diabetes, as part of this case.

The Board has granted service connection for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus, type II, as well as peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower and upper extremities. The claims are based on presumptive exposure to herbicide agents under the PACT Act.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for various conditions, including left shoulder disability, diabetes mellitus, and peripheral neuropathy, are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and development of records.