[Service Connection]

On 5/1/2022 at 4:18 PM, Vync said:

You are correct. They are supposed to tell you that in the decision letter. Normally, they also tell you what would be needed to be granted a higher rating percentage.

Here's the criteria from 38 CFR 4.97:

6522 Allergic or vasomotor rhinitis:

With polyps: 30

Without polyps, but with greater than 50-percent obstruction of nasal passage on both sides or complete obstruction on one side: 10

 

Sounds like you might have not met the 10% minimum requirement or the VA screwed up the decision. It might be worth filing for sleep apnea and headaches if you think they are caused by it. It would be termed "secondary", not necessarily "presumptive".

awarded 50% for migraines 

[Service Connection]

just recieved 0% rating  for allergic rhinitis,  I was under the impression I would get an explanation of why 0% was given( i didn't get any reason). I also have mild sleep apne& headaches, can that be presumptive to my allergic rhinitis? Would appreciate if anyone could give some insight. tHANKS!

[disability rating]

Recieved 0 percent rating for Rhinitis,  i  have claims for headaches and sleep apnea being reviewed ,  what are my chances of getting a favorable rating on these 2 symptoms?  I haven't filed for Gastric (ULCER DUE TO TAKING PAIN RELIEVERS FOR OVER 30 YRS.) yet. 

[Presumption Based on Particulate Matter]

in Southwest  Asia or Other Zones mentioned, but with my MOS i was exposed to Petroleum Products(diesel, exhaust  , mogas fumes,  dust,etc) ,  I'm currently diagnosed with asthma,sleep apnea, chronic rhinitis,  headaches-migraines, diverticulitis, arthritis.  i have been dealing with  sinus,headaches since  1987  which  was documented in my medical records. Ileft ACTIVE DUTY IN 1990. My case for Sleep APnea was remanded by  VA judge, currently waiting on decision from Judge on Rhinitis and Headaches.

[Presumption Based on Particulate Matter]

On 8/13/2021 at 5:34 PM, Hamslice said:

Got this email today,

Enjoy,

Hamslice

 

Greetings Airborne Hazards Open Burn Pit Registry Participant,

We would like you to know that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) started processing disability claims on August 2, 2021, for asthma, rhinitis and sinusitis on a presumptive basis based on particulate matter exposure during military service in Southwest Asia and certain other areas – if these conditions manifested within 10 years of a qualifying period of military service.

You assisted this process by joining the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry (AHOBPR). The information that you provided was included in the decision-making for these 3 conditions.

It is important to note that the presumption is based on particulate matter exposure which can be caused by a variety of sources to include sand or dust, exhaust from diesel fuel and other engines, air pollution, and burn pits. 
We encourage you, if you have symptoms suggestive of the 3 conditions such as a chronic cough or ongoing runny nose and sinus congestion, to get evaluated by a health care professional to make a diagnosis and to file a claim if your condition fits with the presumptive conditions.

You can file a claim by going to this website How To File A VA Disability Claim | Veterans Affairs
In addition, you can visit VA.gov or call toll free at 800-827-1000 for more information.  Also, VA is reaching out to impacted Veterans and survivors to inform them about their eligibility and providing information on how to apply for benefits.

We also encourage you to ask your battle buddies who have not joined the AHOBPR to consider joining by going to Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry (va.gov)   


Please visit VA.gov or call toll free at 800-827-1000 for more information.

I  wasn't  in Southwest  Asia or Other Zones mentioned, but with my MOS i was exposed to Petroleum Products(diesel, exhaust  , mogas fumes,  dust,etc) ,  I'm currently diagnosed with asthma,sleep apnea, chronic rhinitis,  headaches-migraines, diverticulitis, arthritis.  i have been dealing with  sinus,headaches since  1987  which  was documented in my medical records. Ileft ACTIVE DUTY IN 1990. My case for Sleep APnea was remanded by  VA judge, currently waiting on decision from Judge on Rhinitis and Headaches.

[Roy Talker]

Have any  Petro. Supply Specialist out there been approved disability  compensation for Sinusitis, headaches, sleep apnea, and gastric issues?  I  have been dealing with these issues  for over 30 yrs, my claims were denied ,but my  Appeal has  been  in the loop for 26 months." Still suffering and waiting!"  To all my fellow Veteran's  , Thank's for your Service , God Bless us All,and  Good luck Forward!"

[COMPENSATION]

9 hours ago, Inarticulate&Distorted said:

your Claim's looking good. and as some extra info, my father has COPD, never smoked a day in his life, he was in the Fire dept from 79-83, all those chemicals they used back then are now known to be carcinogenic and caustic, get ready in another 10 years or so to file a COPD claim.

Thank"s for the supporting info, I have been dealing with headaches(2 episodes every month for the past 32 yrs),sinus (allergy)condition, lower respiratory infections every 4 yrs or so,diagnosed with sleep apnea 2 yrs ago.I GAD TEST DONE BY V A  pulmonary(test were good), but had a couple over the year's from current employer 's physical exam showing slight decrease in lung function.I have document from active duty showing when i was seen for the headaches,sore throat,  stuffy nose),also when i was hospitalized for acute respiratory disease(possible meningitis it also stated on the medical record).I also spoke with V A Environmental about my exposure to fuel ,and exhaust vapors(he blew off and told me to contact my primary physician and that they only are with Iraq&Afghan veterans who were exposed to pit burning .There are a lot of thing"s  I'm finding about now after all the year's of being out of the military, I hired an Attorney last year to help with my appeal. 

[COMPENSATION]

I have the  one diagnosed condition from my active duty  medical records.

[COMPENSATION]

YES , I HAVE CPAP ISSUED BY V A., CONTRACTED ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISEASE IN BASIC AND HOSPITALIZED. HAVE PROBLEMS USING IT SOMETIMES DUE TO MY SINUS PROBLEMS. I WAS A 77F(PETRO SUPPLY SPECIALIST),SINUS PROBLEMS STARTED AFTER REPORTING TO PERMANENT PARTY. OVER THE YEARS I HAVE 4 SURGERIES DUE TO SINUS CONDITIONS, I HAD C&P EXAM 2 YEARS AGO. I AM CURRENTLY WAITING ON HEARING AFTER BEING DENIED DISABILITY COMPENSATATION.

[COMPENSATION]

Would like to know what are my chances of getting compensation for  sleep apnea, headaches , and sinusitis. I  was hospitalized and diagnosed with  acute respiratory disease(possible meningitis according to records) during basic training. Throughout my 4 yrs. of service i  was treated for sore throat,headaches and cold like symptons. In 2000-2003 I had surgery to remove tonsils, repair deviated septum, tube in ears twice, suffered hearing loss due to sinus fluid  pressure in ear canals, and suffered from pneumonia ,lower respiratory infections over the last 24+ years. I had sleep test done 2 years ago(diagnosed with mild sleep apnea),still have headaches,sinus infections, what are my chances of getting service connection, was denied by V A  2 yrs. ago, I filed appeal.  Can someone please give a little input? Thanks!