Sinusitis decisions — 2026

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, sinusitis, chest pain, dizziness/syncope, and upper respiratory infections due to a duty to assist error. The Veteran is not diagnosed with these conditions but reports symptoms that may be manifestations of an undiagnosed illness or medically unexplained multi-symptom illness.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities leave him in need of regular aid and attendance, which is granted for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance. The Veteran does not meet the criteria for housebound status due to his single disability.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for hypertension, headaches, sleep apnea, a left shoulder condition, and a skin condition. The appeal was dismissed due to an improper concurrent election.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) was denied as there is no evidence that GERD began during active service or is otherwise related to an in-service injury or disease.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for sinusitis/allergies was denied because the pre-existing condition of allergic rhinitis did not worsen beyond its natural progression due to military service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development to obtain opinions regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's claimed obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

The Veteran's service connection claim for chronic sinusitis is granted due to the PACT Act, which provides a presumption of exposure and subsequent development of chronic sinusitis during his service in Iraq.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for GERD was denied. The claims for service connection of chronic sinusitis, asthma, and sino-pulmonary disease were remanded.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the Veteran's failure to timely file a Board Appeal request within one year of the rating decisions, and no good cause was shown for the delay.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis, finding no current diagnosis of these conditions.

The Board has denied service connection for chest pain and sinusitis as there is no current evidence of these conditions during the pendency of the claim.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus but remanded the issues of service connection for recurrent sinus disability and a rating for Eustachian tube disorder. The Veteran's exposure to asbestos, odors, and pollen during active service is not addressed in the VA records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a compensable rating for rhinitis and TDIU due to service-connected disabilities. The issues will be reconsidered after obtaining additional evidence, including an examination of the Veteran's rhinitis disability.

The Veteran's claims for hemorrhoids, chronic sinusitis, CFS, chronic headaches, seborrheic keratosis (claimed as arm dermatosis), functional abdominal pain syndrome (to include bloating), and right calf disability are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations.,No new rating or service connection is granted at this time.

The Veteran's attempts to appeal the October 27, 2023 rating decision for sinusitis were dismissed because they were not filed within one year of the decision and did not meet the criteria for an extension of time.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for bilateral foot warts and calluses has been dismissed. The claims of service connection for chronic sinusitis, diabetes mellitus type II, and migraine headaches have been remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, peripheral neuropathy, diabetes mellitus type II, and chronic sinusitis, prevent him from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss, pseudofolliculitis barbae (shaving skin condition), and sinusitis as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.,No VA examinations were conducted for the Veteran's back and neck disabilities.

The Board has decided to remand the claims for service connection for sinusitis and sleep apnea due to a duty to assist error regarding alleged exposure to burn pits during service. The Veteran's claim will be reconsidered with the assistance of verifying his exposure.

The Board denied the Veteran's request for an earlier effective date for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic sinusitis, irritable bowel syndrome, and non-allergic rhinitis. The earliest effective date assigned was May 21, 2024.

The appeal of the compensable disability rating for PFB is dismissed, and service connection for chronic sinusitis is denied.