[Migraine DBQ results]

Thank you both for the replies and yes I made sure to tell the C&P examiner I have migraines 2-3 times per week. They wrote that down in the DBQ. 

 

It was just that one block I noticed didn’t have an option for more frequently that once a month. Maybe in her mind that was the most severe option that was available so she checked it. 
 

Im also still on active duty, so I gave them my complete medical record 

[Migraine DBQ results]

I had my C&P exams on Jan 21, with an expected decision date of April 13. But I got a copy of C&P exams and on the migraine DBQ, there was no box to check for “more than monthly frequency”. And them checking the box for once per month is only 30%. 
 

The most frequent box to check was “once per month”, and that’s what the examiner check. But I have them about twice a week. My PCM knows that and I told the examiner that. 
 

I think the C&P examiner could have been using an outdated version, but I haven’t gotten the rating back so I’m not sure. I can upload a copy of the paperwork showing the most frequent option being “once per month” tomorrow. Has anyone experienced this?

[Knee, Shoulder, Back, Migraines C&P Next Week]

1 hour ago, shrekthetank1 said:

For the headaches do a 30 day log to show how bad it is and give them a copy.

Next yes they will have you lay down for the Knee.  Shoulder you should be standing.  Here is something important to remember when you are in there.  You tell them when it is painful!  When you first feel the pain not when you get to the point you are about to cry.  They will do a few tests on each one and just be honest.  Don't try to man up on this test as it hurts you in the end.

Thanks, when i look at http://www.militarydisabilitymadeeasy.com/kneeandleg.html

For the knee straightening portion it looks you're sitting on a bench, with your feet dangling off, and they'll ask you to extend your knee all the way out.

But you're saying they'll have you lay down like in this

Im kind of confused about how they will see you far you can straighten/bend your knee while you're on your back?

[Knee, Shoulder, Back, Migraines C&P Next Week]

I have my general C&P exam next Tuesday, and after hearing so many horror stories i just want to be prepared.

For the ROM tests, ive been looking at

http://www.militarydisabilitymadeeasy.com/shoulderandarm.html

http://www.militarydisabilitymadeeasy.com/kneeandleg.html

But will the doctor have you lying down or standing up for the knee and shoulder portion?

For migraines, how can they test for how many i have other than whats in my active duty records, and the fact ive been on medication for a little under a year now?

If anyone has had a C&P exam for joint issues and can recall how it normally goes, id really appreciate it. I only spent 5 years on active duty but dont want to be fighting with the VA once i leave

[Claiming Major Depressive Disorder]

On 4/8/2019 at 9:29 AM, Berta said:

"Im getting out sometime this year, just haven't narrowed down a date yet. I just want to get out ahead of the VA claims process."

Be sure when you get your Discharge Physical, all ailments etc are listed there.

Do not leave the Mil without s complete copy of your SMRs and 201 ( Personnel file)

Make sure you get contact info from any of your military buddies who were in your same unit. You might need them if you have to get a "buddy statement".

Each one of your claimed disabilities will have to have a "nexus" to your service, meaning the disability began inservice.

You mentioned: 

"Major Depressive Disorder (diagnosed by PCM. Came about bc of an EO complaint of discrimination), currently seeing a counselor out on the town. I was hesitant to go to behavioral health. I didnt want to be put in in-patient care by the psychiatrist."

Was this diagnosed by the Military? what is PCM?

I have had experience with EEOC complaints but I do not know how this would have a service nexus or cause.

Maybe EO means something else.
 

 

Thank you both for the replies. And my military doctor on base diagnosed me with MDD. Put me on zoloft and trazodone. And EO (Equal Opportunity) is a complaint any member can route up if they feel like they've been discriminated against because of race/color/age/religion/sexual orientation etc. My command is well aware of this and i have the documentation for it.

And i requested my personal medical record from the military hospital on base. Took about 2 weeks and they sent me an email with all the stuff ive been seen for since i came in. Is there anything i need to get before i get out?

And yes all the things i listed in the OP ive been seen for while im still active duty. As of now im seeing a military psychologist on base. She knows about my diagnosis and the fact im on medication. We're trying to work something out.

I just want to make sure i have all my ducks in a row before i get out. Trying to be proactive.

 

[Claiming Major Depressive Disorder]

Im getting out sometime this year, just haven't narrowed down a date yet. I just want to get out ahead of the VA claims process. I plan to claim:

-Major Depressive Disorder (diagnosed by PCM. Came about bc of an EO complaint of discrimination), currently seeing a counselor out on the town. I was hesitant to go to behavioral health. I didnt want to be put in in-patient care by the psychiatrist.

When i go to file, will the VA look at the records from the counselor the same way they'd look at records from a psychiatrist/psychologist?

-Left shoulder bursitis/bicep tendonitis
-Chronic low back pain
-Tension headaches (i feel like they're migraines)
-Tinea barbae. Had a permanent shaving profile for a little over a year from a military doctor. My bumps don't flare up too bad these days. Will that have a negative impact at the C&P exam?
-Ringing in ears
-Tinea versicolor
-ED

I want to make sure i have all my ducks in a row before i get everything together to go file.