Sinusitis decisions — 2019

The Veteran's initial hearing loss rating was denied, and his claims for hiatal hernia, eczema, and sinusitis were remanded due to the need for further examination.

The Board denied service connection for a low back condition, sinusitis, and bronchitis as there is no evidence of current disabilities in the record.

The Veteran was granted service connection for allergic rhinitis and toe nail dermatophytosis/onychomycosis, both of which began during active service. Service connection is denied for bilateral hearing loss disability, chronic otitis externa, right elbow lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), and right ankle joint disability.,The Veteran was granted service connection for allergic rhinitis and toe nail dermatophytosis/onychomycosis, both of which began during active service. Service connection is denied for bilateral hearing loss disability, chronic otitis externa, right elbow lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), and right ankle joint disability.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for allergic rhinitis and right hip disorder, finding that there was no evidence linking these conditions to his active duty service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for diplopia was reopened, and he is granted a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for sinusitis. The claims for service connection for an eye condition and traumatic brain injury are remanded.

The Board has remanded the case for a VA examination to determine the current severity of the Veteran's service-connected traumatic brain injury and to address his complaints of light sensitivity, difficulty concentrating, headaches, and anxiety.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and sinusitis due to lack of evidence showing these conditions were incurred or aggravated by military service.

The Veteran's claims for cardiomegaly, hepatosplenomegaly, and deviated septum were dismissed as the Veteran withdrew these issues.,Tinnitus was granted service connection based on in-service noise exposure and current symptomatology.,An acquired psychiatric disability (depression) was granted service connection due to in-service experiences and post-deployment health re-assessment reports.,Allergic rhinitis was granted service connection based on in-service symptoms and current diagnosis.,Hypertension was granted service connection as it began during active duty, with evidence of elevated blood pressure readings.,Varicocele was granted service connection due to a left varicocele noted at separation and subsequent CT scan showing the condition.,A skin disability (eczema and cellulitis) was granted service connection based on in-service rashes and current diagnosis.,Gastrointestinal disability (hiatal hernia and diverticulosis) was granted service connection due to symptoms beginning during active duty.

The Veteran's chronic allergic rhinitis and sinusitis are granted a 50% rating, effective from May 20, 2011. The loss of smell is denied as not meeting the criteria for a compensable rating. Headaches prior to November 3, 2015, remain at 30%.

The Veteran's appeal was denied as his timely Notice of Disagreement (NOD) in response to the May 2009 rating decision was not filed within one year of the denial.

The Board has denied service connection for various conditions including low back disability, bilateral foot disabilities, sinusitis, ulcer, skin cancer, and acquired psychiatric disorders. The decision also notes that the Veteran's hip arthritis is not related to his military service.

The Veteran's initial claim for a compensable disability rating for bilateral hearing loss has been denied, and his claim for service connection for sinusitis is remanded.

The Veteran's chronic sinusitis is related to his military service and he was granted service connection for it. The issue of service connection for a disability manifesting in chronic fatigue was dismissed due to the Veteran's withdrawal of appeal. The case is remanded for further examination regarding the loss of smell.

The Veteran's bilateral trochanteric pain syndrome (hip condition) has been granted service connection due to its undiagnosed nature. The left knee chondromalacia patellae and sinusitis have not met the criteria for a higher rating, while anal fissures and tinea corporis with tinea capital have received appropriate ratings.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including depression, is granted as service connected. The VA will remand the cases for further examination and opinion regarding chronic sinusitis, left shoulder condition, right shoulder condition, and chronic bronchitis.

The Veteran's multiple service-connected conditions, including degenerative disc disease of the lumbosacral spine and hypertension, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened due to the submission of new and material evidence. The Board has determined that additional development is needed before these claims can be decided.

The Board has denied all service connection claims except for the reopening of a claim for depression, which was granted. The remaining claims were either not reopened or denied.

The Board has denied a rating greater than the maximum schedular rating of 30 percent for irritable colon syndrome.,The Board has remanded issues related to chronic fatigue, chronic sinusitis, general allergies, breathing problems, sleep disturbances, functional dyspepsia, and headaches.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for higher ratings for his RLE and LLE radiculopathy, low back disability, chronic sinusitis, and gastritis. The claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of RLE radiculopathy was also denied.