Denied
The Board denied service connection for tinnitus and migraines (headaches) as the evidence did not support a finding that these conditions began during active service or are otherwise related to an in-service injury, event, or disease.
The deciding factor: The December 2024 VA examiner's opinion was probative because it was based on accurate medical history and provided clear conclusions with supporting data. The Appellant's own reports did not support the claim as they were inconsistent with his previous statements.
- Claimed conditions
- tinnitus, migraines (headaches)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 16, 2025
- Citation
- A25108367
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