Allergic rhinitis decisions — 2008

The appeal was denied as the veteran's rhinitis and left ankle/heel disability were not related to his service.

The veteran's initial ratings for allergic rhinitis, herniated disc of the lumbosacral spine, and radiculopathy of the right lower extremity were determined. The rating for the low back disability was increased to 40 percent.

The Board denied service connection for sinus allergies/allergic rhinitis and higher initial ratings for hemorrhoids, tinea corporis eczema/rashes, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The appeal is remanded to the RO for further development and consideration of the veteran's claims.

The appeal for service connection for allergic rhinitis with headaches, muscle strain of the back, and a bilateral ankle disability is being remanded to the RO via the Appeals Management Center (AMC) in Washington, D.C.

The veteran's internal hemorrhoids, vasomotor rhinitis, and diastasis of the umbilicus muscles were rated at 0 percent. Service connection for breathing problems due to an undiagnosed illness was denied.

The appeal is remanded to the RO for further development and adjudication of the issues on appeal.

The veteran's claims for increased ratings for lumbosacral spine disorder, cervical spine disorder, allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, and bilateral hearing loss were denied as the evidence did not support higher ratings.

The veteran's allergic rhinitis does not meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation under the applicable diagnostic code.

The appeal for service connection for allergic rhinitis was denied as the evidence did not support a finding that the condition was incurred in or aggravated by active service.