ALS - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

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1. A.l.s. Claim Approved (timeline)

   Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis SEPT 23,08 FILED CLAIM WITH ASSIST OF PVA VSO. CLAIM FILED AT MUSKOGEE OK. VARO OCT, 27 LETTER GRANTING 30% INTERIM FOR ALS. C+P EXAM SCHEDULED FOR NOV 7. NOV,7 C+P LASTED 30 MINUTES. NOV,21 VSO CALLED. I HAVE BEEN GRANTED 100% P+T WITH SMC R2

   Asked by boblandstar, January 28, 2009

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3. ALS

   Hello, I have been (finally) diagnosed with ALS by the VA. Started getting symptoms in 2015, by 2017 I figured out that the VAMC was not interested in diagnosing those symptoms that were progressing, so I had to go to a non-VA specialist. It took 2 years but in 2019 I was diagnosed w/ALS. VA dragged its feet, and finally in 2021 (after almost 6 years) verified the diagnosis. I have learned a lot about ALS in the meanwhile. The PVA rep told me that the VA has been refusing to allow SC for Vets if the diagnosis they presented was less than definite ALS. Seems odd because people with possible and probable ALS die and never progress to the definite diagnosis. Start…

   Asked by pwrslm, July 29, 2021

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4. Als - Reference Thread

   My father has been undergoing testing with several specialists for the past couple of months to try make a determination on what exactly's been happening to him. At this point, many things are pointing to ALS including muscle atrophy, tongue fasciculations, muscle twitching, pain, spinal issues, etc. and he's been deteriorating very rapidly over the past 3 or 4 months. His referral to the Mayo Clinic was just accepted by their team and he'll be traveling there this weekend in hopes that they can make a determination as to what's going on. He was a CWO flying Hueys in the Army for about 8 years then moved on to a different Federal career where he retired a few years ag…

   Asked by K9MAL, December 12, 2014

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5. Als & Va Research

   I just read an article on MSNBC titled "Lou Gehrig my not have had Lou Gehrig's disease". The story first appeared in the New York Times. Seems the Mass. VAMC research center and Boston Medical Center have been conducting studies concerning ALS. It appears to me, after reading the article, that the VA is gearing up to deny a lot of ALS claims under the new AO presumptive. (JMHO) I'm not tech savy so I'm hoping Wings or someone with more knowledge than myself can set up a link to the article. It was titled "Study says brain trauma can mimic Lou Gehrig's disease" in the Times.

   Asked by johnjjr, August 18, 2010

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6. Als 100%

   http://www.vfwilserviceoffice.com/upload/C%20and%20P%20Bulletin%20May%202012%20Rating%20ALS%20and%20TBI.doc C&P bulletin

   Asked by JT24usn, April 22, 2013

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7. Anyone Been Diagnoses With Ms?

   Anyone been diagnoses with MS? I have been going for some C&P exams, and while I was recently diagnosed with Dystrphy, I stil suspect I have MS, and am anxiously awaiting the outcome.. I would like to chat with those that have MS, or suspect they do.. thanx..

   Asked by retiredat44, July 18, 2010

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8. Appealing Va Medical Ruling--als Brought To Light

   I was recently awarded by the VA for service connected monomelic amyotrophy a disorder of the lower motor neurons--60% rating. After visiting my neurologist last week, it was revealed that I have atypical ALS (Lou Gherig's Disease) as well. I am not considered "total and permanent" should I appeal the ruling of the VA and shoot for a higher rating. In essence, I have two unclassified motor neuron disorders. Will the VA bump me down on the rating scale? Any one with insight to this please let me know. Thank you!

   Asked by bojangles774, May 27, 2009

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9. Automatic 100%

   Veterans diagnosed with ALS now receive an automatic 100% rating. http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-06-23/pdf/2010-15169.pdf

   Asked by ZenArcher, June 25, 2010

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10. Causes Of Als

    I was wondering what led to the presumption of als and the military. What was the common denominator between Army Navy Airforce Marines Coast Guard etc that was the same , but was different than the national guard army reserve air guard etc. The training was basically different in all services. The assignments were all different ground forces air forces and water forces. The only thing that I can think of that was the same is the vaccines. If that is the factor that the presumption was made on why is the peace time guard and reserve people that were never activated not eligible for claiming disability They can claim any other disability that happened to them w…

    Asked by dongtam, May 10, 2012

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11. Going To See The Doc.

    Well today is d-day. I am going to see my priviate doc to see if i have ALS or MS he is a speciallist. The question i have is if i am dx with als will i keep my rating that i have now or add to it. I will let you guys know what happen when i get back

    Asked by usmc89, May 10, 2012

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12. How Many Veterans On Here Have Als

    I was just wondering how many vets on hadit...have ALS

    Asked by Marti, February 25, 2010

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13. How Much Longer

    I was diagnosed December 1st had a c&p exam Jan.1st......30% without my spouse and child isn't cutting it....Oh also if someone reads this! I put in a claim in 2008 and not knowing at the time I had ALS, It took two years for the doctors to figure out what I had and I was wondering if I would get retro pay for those two years. I will survive Marti

    Asked by Marti, February 19, 2010

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