Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for increased evaluations for injury to the left knee, tinnitus, empyema (residuals of pneumonia postoperative), and bilateral high frequency hearing loss have been denied. The evidence does not support higher ratings under applicable VA rating criteria.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and other disabilities render him in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting SMC based on the need for aid and attendance. However, he does not meet the criteria for housebound status.

The Veteran's need for regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected disabilities, particularly his lumbar spine condition, has been established. He requires assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and handling finances.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus is being remanded due to inadequate VA examinations. The case must be reviewed again with new evidence.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to inadequate VA examinations and need for clarification of medical opinions.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus due to a lack of verified in-service stressors. The Veteran did not engage in combat or provide credible supporting evidence for his claimed stressors.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed before the claims can be fully adjudicated. This includes obtaining records from SSA, arranging for a VA audiological and urological examination, and ensuring all issues are addressed.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus was denied as there is no evidence of a current disability or in-service incurrence. The Board found that the Veteran did not have a current hearing disability, and his post-service treatment records do not show any complaints or findings related to these conditions.

The Board has determined that the appellant's bilateral hearing loss disability and tinnitus were not incurred in or aggravated by service, and thus denied both claims.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for left ear hearing loss, right ear hearing loss, and tinnitus has been granted. The Board found that the Veteran met the VA standards for these conditions during his military service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for reopening his service connection claims for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus due to lack of new and material evidence.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus. The Board finds that the Veteran had a current disability of bilateral high frequency sensorineural hearing loss and subjective tinnitus, which are related to his military service.

The Board found that the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss disability and tinnitus were not incurred in or aggravated by active military service, as there was no evidence of such disabilities during service. The VA examiner concluded that these conditions are more likely related to civilian noise exposure after service.

The Veteran's service connection claims for PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus are granted.

The Board has granted service connection for nasopharyngeal cancer, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected nasopharyngeal cancer. The evidence supports a finding that these conditions are related to his active military service, including exposure to Agent Orange.

The Board has determined that the appellant does not have current diagnoses of hearing loss in either ear or an acquired psychiatric disorder, and therefore service connection for these conditions is denied.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeals for service connection for chronic cervical spine tardive dyskenisia and bilateral hearing loss due to his withdrawal of these appeals. The only remaining issue on appeal is service connection for tinnitus.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining VA medical records and verifying his periods of active duty training (ACDUTRA).

The Veteran's service connection claims for chronic osteomyelitis of the left lower leg, cellulitis of the left lower leg, bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and a chronic disability as a result of heat stroke have been granted. The claim for chronic sinusitis was also granted.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings for Major Depressive Disorder, tinnitus, and asbestosis have been withdrawn. The appeal regarding TDIU was also dismissed. Asbestos exposure is not considered a factor in the Veteran's respiratory symptoms or hearing loss.