The Veteran's heart murmur, right knee patellofemoral syndrome, left knee patellofemoral syndrome, and allergic rhinitis have been granted service connection. The RO is directed to schedule the Veteran for VA examinations to determine the severity of her bilateral knee disabilities and allergic rhinitis, with a focus on summer months for the latter condition.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's heart murmur was identified during active duty service and has continued post-service. Her right and left knee patellofemoral syndrome were noted at VA examination prior to discharge from service. Allergic rhinitis is also consistent with her reported symptoms, including discomfort in both knees.
- Claimed conditions
- heart murmur, right knee patellofemoral syndrome, left knee patellofemoral syndrome, allergic rhinitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 4, 2012
- Citation
- 1234539
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- Remanded (sent back)
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