Sinusitis decisions — 2020

The Veteran's claims for migraines and sinusitis were denied as there was no evidence of characteristic prostrating attacks or incapacitating episodes, respectively.,Service connection for a rib disability, tarsal tunnel syndrome of the left lower extremity, and tarsal tunnel syndrome of the right lower extremity were all denied due to lack of current diagnoses.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding a respiratory disorder other than asthma, and the need for additional VA examinations.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including sinusitis, obstructive sleep apnea, GERD, hiatal hernia, gastritis, and bilateral breast fibrocystic condition, have rendered her unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment since February 13, 2012. The Board has granted a TDIU based on these disabilities.

The Veteran's request for a higher rating for painful scarring of the right foot, status-post tibial sesamoidectomy was denied. The Board found that the preponderance of evidence did not support a rating in excess of 10 percent under Diagnostic Code 7804. Service connection requests for other conditions were also denied.

The Veteran's upper respiratory disability, including sinusitis and rhinitis, is remanded for further evidentiary development due to the need for a new medical examination and opinion.

The Board has granted service connection for gastritis but denied service connection for allergic rhinitis (claimed as sinusitis). The Veteran's gastritis is found to be related to his service, while there is no evidence of a current diagnosis or relationship between the claimed sinusitis and service.

The Board has remanded several service connection claims due to incomplete records and the need for further verification of the Veteran's Reserve service periods.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to an inadequate medical opinion regarding the Veteran's sinusitis. The claim will be reconsidered with a new examination and evaluation.

The Board denied service connection for sinusitis, an acquired psychiatric disorder, and a headache disorder. The Veteran did not have current chronic conditions related to his in-service injuries.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for sinusitis/allergic rhinitis and an increased rating for pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) are both denied. The Board found no evidence linking the current conditions to service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for obesity is denied as a matter of law. The Board also remanded several other claims related to the Veteran's right knee, gastrointestinal condition, psychiatric disorder, low back condition, radiculopathy, chronic sinusitis, and headaches.

The Board dismissed all appeals regarding service connection and increased rating for various conditions as the appellant withdrew his appeal through his authorized representative.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding service connection for sinusitis before the Board could make a decision.

The petition to reopen the previously denied claim for service connection for a right knee injury is granted. The claims for initial compensable rating for service-connected allergic rhinitis, bilateral knee disorders (left and right), left carpal tunnel syndrome, right carpal tunnel syndrome, sinusitis, obstructive sleep apnea, and acquired psychiatric disorder are all remanded due to the need for additional evidence.

The Veteran's service connection claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, folliculitis scars on the face, irritable bowel syndrome, sinusitis, and bronchitis have been denied. The Veteran's claim for service connection for paresthesia in the right foot and toes is remanded. The Veteran's claim for service connection for left shoulder chronic pain is also remanded.

Service connection granted for sinusitis. Effective date prior to February 19, 2014.,Service connection denied for left and right shin splints. Effective dates prior to February 19, 2014.

The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate May 2016 VA examination report and a need for a new one.

The Board has found that the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are remanded due to a duty to assist error. The Veteran is requested to undergo an additional VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of any currently present psychiatric disability, including PTSD.

The Board has remanded several issues related to the Veteran's service connection claims, including bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, lumbar and cervical spine degenerative disc diseases, chronic headaches, sinusitis, right hip disability, traumatic brain injury residuals, auditory processing disorder, and psychiatric disabilities. The remand requires obtaining relevant medical records from Social Security Administration and the Okaloosa Vet Center.

The Veteran's service connection for thyroid cancer is granted. The claim for SMC based on housebound status is denied.