The Veteran's service-connected rebound headaches from sinus congestion have resulted in characteristic prostrating attacks occurring on an average once a month over the last several months, qualifying for a 30% disability rating.,For the period prior to January 13, 2015, the Veteran's sinusitis has resulted in headaches and congestion, with one to two episodes of antibiotic treatment per year.
The deciding factor: The Veteran reported characteristic prostrating attacks for rebound headaches from sinus congestion that occurred on an average once a month over the last several months.
- Claimed conditions
- nosebleeds, rebound headaches from sinus congestion
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- April 24, 2015
- Citation
- 1517639
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