Sinusitis Board decisions

The Board has decided to remand the case due to outstanding private treatment records and requests for additional information.

The Veteran's allergic rhinitis and non-allergic rhinitis with sinusitis were without polyps and did not produce incapacitating episodes prior to January 30, 2019. As of January 30, 2019, the Veteran’s symptoms met a 10 percent rating under DC 6522.,The Veteran's allergic rhinitis and non-allergic rhinitis with sinusitis were without polyps and manifested by greater than 50 percent obstruction of the nasal passage on both sides as of January 30, 2019. The symptoms did not produce incapacitating episodes or more than six non-incapacitating episodes per year.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for food allergies including oral allergy syndrome and anaphylaxis is remanded.

The Veteran's initial ratings for chronic sinusitis/rhinitis, left shoulder impingement syndrome, cervical spine degenerative disk disease, and left upper extremity radiculopathy were granted. The rating for anterior neck scar was also granted but with no assigned percentage or effective date.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for sleep apnea, heart condition, sinusitis, and GERD. The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for nasal fracture is denied. A 30 percent rating for chronic sinusitis is granted. A 30 percent rating for GERD is granted.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for sinusitis and allergic rhinitis is remanded due to the lack of a current disability diagnosis. The claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and increased rating for hypertension are also remanded.

The Veteran's chronic headaches have been granted service connection as secondary to his service-connected tinnitus.,His claim for a higher evaluation for tinnitus has been denied, with the highest possible rating already assigned.

The Veteran's application to reopen the claim for service connection for bilateral cataracts, right shoulder cyst residuals, tinnitus, chronic fatigue, dizziness, numbness, short-term memory loss, and attention problems is granted.,The Veteran's application to reopen the claim for service connection for sinusitis and a headache condition is also granted.

The Veteran's claims for increased rating of sinusitis and service connection for chest pains are remanded due to the need for additional examinations and development.

The Board denied service connection for sinusitis, chronic constipation, and tension headaches as there was no evidence linking these conditions to the Veteran's military service.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded due to the inextricability of his service connection claims, and he has additional disabilities that may affect his employment. The case will be returned for further adjudication.

The Board has determined that additional examinations and evidence are needed to properly adjudicate the Veteran's claims for service connection and rating of various disabilities.

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%.