Acquired psychiatric disorder Board decisions

The Board denied service connection for PTSD and an acquired psychiatric disorder, finding that there was no credible supporting evidence of the claimed in-service stressor.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension has been withdrawn.,Service connection is granted for an acquired psychiatric disorder (Bipolar Disorder).

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a bilateral shoulder disability, neck condition, and acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD and depression). The decision also noted that there was no evidence of current disabilities or in-service injuries related to these conditions.

Service connection for bilateral plantar fasciitis was denied as the Veteran's current condition is not related to service.,Service connection for a psychiatric disorder, claimed as manic depressive disorder, was denied as there is no evidence of an in-service disease or injury that could be linked to the current condition.

The Board has granted service connection for a psychiatric disorder and degenerative joint disease of the cervical spine, finding that these conditions are at least as likely as not related to service-connected disabilities. Service connection for right carpal tunnel syndrome is also granted.

The Veteran's HIV, gastrointestinal issues, and psychiatric problems are related to service. The case is being remanded for further examination and analysis.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of PTSD and finds insufficient evidence to link his schizophrenia to service. Therefore, service connection for both conditions is denied.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, are related to his in-service sexual assault and therefore grants service connection for these conditions.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, was incurred in active duty due to military sexual trauma.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a VA examination to determine if any psychiatric disability and/or dementia are related to active military service due to head trauma during boxing.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions and further development is required.

The Board found that the Veteran's arthritis of bilateral upper and lower extremities did not manifest in service, within one year of service, or is related to service. The Board also found that her gout was not incurred in service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD due to insufficient evidence of a verified in-service stressor. The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD and hypertension claims are pending.

The Board has determined that the appellant does not have an acquired psychiatric disorder that is related to his military service, and therefore denied the claim.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a Board hearing. The claims of service connection for left leg/knee disorder and acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and depression, are pending.

The Board has remanded the case for a new VA examination and opinion to address the Veteran's claimed psychiatric disorder, including major depression and schizophrenia. The claim is also being remanded due to inadequate previous examinations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and depressive disorder, NOS, that was incurred in or related to active service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, alcoholism, seizure disorder, and dementia were not incurred or aggravated by his period of active military service. The evidence does not support a finding that these conditions are related to his military service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, was denied as there is no evidence of an in-service stressor or current diagnosis of PTSD. The Board found that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of PTSD and his variously diagnosed psychiatric disorders are not related to service.,For his left ankle disability, the Veteran's claim for increased rating was denied as there is no evidence showing that his disability has worsened beyond what is contemplated by the currently assigned 10 percent evaluation.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to insufficient evidence regarding service connection and treatment records. The Veteran's current spinal disabilities may be related to a military accident, but more information is needed to determine their exact cause. His psychiatric symptoms are also unclear, as they could relate to his combat experience or other factors.