Allergic rhinitis decisions — 2003

The Board has granted a 30 percent evaluation for service-connected allergic rhinitis with sinusitis, finding that the veteran's frequent allergy attacks and associated headaches warrant this rating.

The VA denied the veteran's claim for an evaluation in excess of 50 percent for PTSD, finding that his condition did not meet the criteria for a higher rating based on the symptoms described.

The Board found that the veteran's disabilities do not render him permanently and totally disabled for pension purposes, as they are rated at less than 100% combined.

The Board denied a compensable evaluation for the veteran's rhinitis, finding that the evidence did not meet the criteria for any higher rating under either the old or new VA rating criteria.

The Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) has determined that the veteran's pre-existing allergic rhinitis increased in severity during service, warranting service connection.