The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, specifically PTSD, was denied. However, the Board found that he has a current diagnosis of depressive disorder and anxiety disorder with PTSD features, which is etiologically related to his in-service stressors.,Service connection was granted for MGUS as it is considered a progression of the Veteran's asymptomatic condition. The Board determined that there is no evidence linking the MGUS to exposure to asbestos or other chemicals during service.
The deciding factor: The Veteran did not meet the criteria for PTSD, but his symptoms were found to be better accounted for by depression. His current psychiatric disability was diagnosed as a depressive disorder and anxiety disorder with PTSD features, which is considered a direct connection to service.,There is no evidence linking MGUS to exposure to asbestos or other chemicals during service. The condition is considered asymptomatic and not requiring treatment.
- Claimed conditions
- Acquired psychiatric disorder (depressive disorder and anxiety disorder with PTSD features), Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 24, 2012
- Citation
- 1225576
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What this means for you
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