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I understand that but for a diagnosis wouldn't the VA have to schedule a c&p for me to be diagnosed with PTSD in the first place? I have gotten a c&p scheduled for all other claims without doing a thing besides submitting for a sc disability. Just am thinking I got dicked by the dog on that claim. Thanks

I thought a c&p was for diagnosing problem? Why did the VA sign me up for a c&p thi time then without asking for it? Just think with a CAR and letters and what not it woul have gone further than it did.

Thanks alot. This is some great info. Very interesting information. So if the dav is helping with claim I need to put in for chromic unexplained illness and not gulf war syndrome correct? Thanks again

I was reading an arcticle that is relating ED problems to PTSD. What is everyones thought on this and does anyone have any more info regarding this issue. Was an interesting read. Trying to find article to post a link for everyone to read.

I am going to put in a claim for IBS. Was wondering if there is a format for what is rated on the severity of the problem. Also idf any of you have been SC for IBS what kind of treatments have you recieved from VA? I was told by DAV rep that IBS falls under gulf war syndrome. Any truth to this at all? Thanks

What do I need to do to get copy of c&p. Called my dav rep and he told me not to request copy as it will slow down claim. Is this true? Is there a number to call to get this copy? Thanks

Philip, No offense but I believe that ARMY stands for "Arent Ready for Marines Yet" or "Arent Really Men Yet"! LOL Dont be diappointed because you didnt join the worlds best fighting force and brotherhood! You did you part as well. LOL Its all fun. What is needed to get an EED? Also the only letter I have for original claim was just a denial letter saying there wasnt supporting evidence to support PTSD claim. Doesnt the VA look at record such as CAR or any other medals/ribbons. I sent letters from family and friends that I served with but they claimed they never recieved such documents and closed cllaim. If I could just get EED that would be great as I think they owe the money to me.

I am thinking about putting a claim in for the 5 times while in service I got cellulitis. I had it so severe in my knee they had put a drain in and I was on light duty for 1 month. I was cut in 3 spots on side of knee to rid of infection and put drain tube in. I also had golf ball size pocket under arm which was in boot camp. I have scars from all areas and the 3 holes on knee still bother me if pushed on or bumped. I told my rep at DAV and he wasnt sure if I should even put in for this as a claim. I never had cellulitis before service and got it 5 times while in. Any opinions on this

How does a copy of my C&P show where my claim sits? Sorry I am new to this whole thing and dont understand all of the procedures. Thanks.

Claire I am 10% for tinnitus and 0% for bilateral compartment syndrome. Was denied for hearing loss in 05. Going to reopen claim and get another audiogram. NSA here is the funny thing. Like I posted below I have a open claim as we speak for PTSD again. I was given a C&P by the VA and never requested it. They called 4 days prior to appt. I would have thought they would have done the same for previous claim. I have a Combat action ribbon and campaign medals for AO's I was in. I am working with a rep from DAV and he looked into it slightly and said it was denoed for no evidence. Well no crap I knew that. He kinda acted as if it wasnt worth going back to see more info on case and see if there was CUE. Just thinking that if I am diagnosed now with it I had it beofre so they should back date monies owed. I know this is far from easy but makes since to me. Thanks for replys.

Question- I had put in a claim for PTSD in early 08 and the claim was closed in Oct 08 for no supporting documents. I am a combat vet with a Combat action ribbon etc. I recieved a letter that stated they needed more evidence and what not. I sent in letters from fmily memebers and friends I was in the service with supporting statements of PTSD. I never was diagnosed with PTSD by the VA. In that fact I never went to the doc at all. After I sent in info About a month later I recieved another letter asking for more documents. I replied with no more information to provide. Shortly after I was denied for PTSD. I currently have a open claim for PTSD again and was diagnosed by the psych with PTSD. Now just waiting to a rating from VBA. My question is should my claim from 08 been closed so quick and should they have gave me a C&P before a decision? I am trying to see if what I should do and if this a CUE. Also is there anyway to get back dated to that time since I was diagnosed with PTSD for this claim? Thanks