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Josephine, hello: I think that by seeing an outside doctor I can get a real answer as to whether there is a connection between my vertigo and hearing loss/tinnitus, or am I just waisting my time, because there is no linkage... My tinnitus was a result of loud firings of guns, weapons, etc. I separated in 1970 and within 6 months filed and received 0% service connected status-non-compensationable for both my hearing loss and tinnitus. I placed a claim for tinnitus/hearing loss in 2005 and was awarded 10% for tinnitus (missing the bilateral rating of 20% for both ears that was earlier issued). There was no change in my hearing, still rated service connected at 0%. Up until this time, I did not use the VA system. The vertigo began in 2004 with visits to the VA and is current up to present. In Vietnam, I did not sustain any injuries to my head, ears, etc. Thank you again and I am very grateful for your help! Warren

================================================================ Josephine: Thank you very much for taking the time to respond. I greatly appreciate it. First, I have bilateral hearing loss rated 0% {issued hearing aids}, with bilateral tinnitus rated 10%. My VA primary doctor has diagnosed me with intermittent benign paroxysmal positioning vertigo and has prescribed 'Meclizine' for the dizziness. I can walk a straight line, but at times I have some difficulty staying on course; I tend to sway alittle when closing my eyes and standing still. Not certain what the 'Drunk Test' is, I probably could have some trouble with it however. My VA primary doctor cannot state for certain that there is a linkage with my tinnitus/hearing loss with vertigo. He says there could be any possible reasons for the vertigo, without going into detail. So he has not concluded that there could be a linkage for the C&P doctor to read. I recently had a C&P; everything appeared to go well, with the head turning and my eyes blinking, etc. My claim was denied stating there was no service connection. I don't know how to medically connect vertigo, is possible to do so? I plan to visit a private ENT doctor shortly. Sincerely, Warren My wife and I attend collectible shows and enjoy flea markets. I notice you are into antiques too.

Greetings: Has anyone successfully appealed Vertigo secondary to S/C Tinnitus and Hearing Loss. I would like to start the process. Thanks

Hello. I was 0% SC for tinnitus and bi-lateral hearing loss in 1969. In 2006 I was rated 10% for the tinnitus, and issued hearing aids. Can vertigo be claimed as secondary to tinnitus and/or hearing loss? as I recently had a C&P exam. As I was leaving the doc said "Everything should be OK now" and shook my hand. Did that mean anything? Appreciate feedback.