The Veteran's initial compensable rating for service-connected allergic rhinitis was denied.,Service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, bilateral pes planus, bilateral plantar fasciitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and a gynecological disorder were all denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's allergic rhinitis did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating as there was no evidence of nasal polyps or greater than 50 percent obstruction on both sides.,There is no current diagnosis of sleep apnea, and the Veteran has not provided any medical evidence linking her symptoms to service.
- Claimed conditions
- Allergic rhinitis, Obstructive sleep apnea, Bilateral pes planus, Bilateral plantar fasciitis, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Breast disorder, Right hip disorder, Lumbar spine disorder, Left lower extremity sciatic nerve disorder, Right lower extremity sciatic nerve disorder
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 16, 2024
- Citation
- A24066415
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