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Remanded (sent back)PACT Act

The Board has found that the Veteran's left foot disorder, hemorrhoids, pruritus ani, and anemia are related to service. However, due to lack of evidence in the record, the VA examinations were not able to provide a clear opinion on whether these conditions are directly related to service or if they are caused by exposure to environmental hazards and toxic chemicals while deployed in Afghanistan.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the VA examinations did not consider the Veteran's lay statements regarding the onset of his symptoms during service and after deployment, as well as his assertions about exposure to hazardous environments and toxic chemicals.

Claimed conditions
left foot disorder, hemorrhoids, pruritus ani, anemia
How they argued it
Direct service connection
Exposure basis
Burn pits / airborne hazards
Rating assigned
None in this decision
Decision date
November 28, 2022
Citation
22066023

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What this means for you

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