The Board denied service connection for lung disability (asthma), peripheral neuropathy of right and left upper extremities, and acquired psychiatric disability (depressive disorder and insomnia) due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to active service. The Veteran's exposure to Agent Orange is presumed.
The deciding factor: There was no evidence showing the onset or continuity of any lung disability, peripheral neuropathy, or psychiatric condition during active service, nor did the Veteran provide credible evidence connecting his current conditions to service.
- Claimed conditions
- lung disability (asthma), peripheral neuropathy of right upper extremity, peripheral neuropathy of left upper extremity, acquired psychiatric disability (depressive disorder and insomnia)
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Agent Orange / herbicides
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 30, 2021
- Citation
- 21026368
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has found the VA examinations and medical opinions for diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy inadequate, necessitating further development. The claims are remanded to determine if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of diabetes or had one during the appeal period.
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