Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for restoration of service connection for bilateral hearing loss has been denied as the original grant was clearly and unmistakably erroneous.,The Veteran's claim for TDIU is denied as she does not meet the schedular criteria, and there is no evidence that her unemployability is due to non-service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's Bell's palsy, bilateral pes planus, hemorrhoids, tinnitus, and acquired psychiatric disorder were not found to be related to service. The Board determined that the Veteran's bilateral knee disorder did not manifest during active service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to inadequate examination and consideration of his lay assertions regarding in-service ear infections. The case is now pending for further development.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied, but his claim for tinnitus is granted.

The Veteran's service-connected bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus disabilities do not prevent him from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation, as they are considered one disability affecting the ear. The evidence does not show he is precluded from all types of employment due to these conditions.

The appeal is being remanded due to the appellant's request for a Travel Board hearing. The case will be processed in accordance with established appellate practices.

The Veteran's tinnitus was not present during service and the VA examiner concluded it is less likely than not related to his naval service. The Board finds that the preponderance of evidence weighs against the claim.

The Veteran's tinnitus had an onset during service and has continued to be present, thus meeting the criteria for service connection.

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as he and his representative have withdrawn their appeals for higher ratings for left ear hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Board has determined that there is at least an approximate balance of positive and negative evidence regarding the Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus. As a result, the Board finds in favor of granting service connection for tinnitus.

The Veteran's left ear hearing loss is found to be due to in-service noise exposure, and service connection for this condition is granted. The issue of tinnitus remains pending as a supplemental opinion is needed regarding its relationship to the service-connected hearing loss. The initial compensable rating claim for prostate cancer residuals will also need further development.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration, including obtaining service treatment records and scheduling an examination to determine whether the Veteran experiences dizziness as a result of his service-connected disabilities. The issue of entitlement to TDIU is also inextricably intertwined with the other issues being remanded.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence was received to reopen the claim of service connection for tinnitus. After considering all the evidence, including the Veteran's in-service noise exposure and his testimony regarding the onset of his tinnitus, the Board finds that the Veteran's tinnitus is related to his active duty service and grants service connection.

The Veteran's heart disorder, including hypertension, is service-connected as due to herbicide exposure.,Diabetes mellitus, type II, is also service-connected as due to herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's appeal for a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss has been withdrawn. The Board is dismissing this issue as the Veteran requested to withdraw his appeal.

The Board finds that the cause of the Veteran's death was of service origin and thus, service connection is warranted for the cause of the Veteran's death.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and an acquired psychiatric disorder are being remanded due to incomplete records and the need for additional examinations.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that there was no evidence to support a current disability or a link between his in-service noise exposure and his claimed conditions.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding the reopening of his claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis.,The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus based on new and material evidence.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional examinations and opinions to determine the nature and etiology of his claimed conditions, including bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and a psychiatric disorder. The claims will be adjudicated again after all necessary development has been completed.