Category: Physical Conditions
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When Do You Need a Nexus Letter for a VA Claim?
VA disability claims can be complex and frustrating, particularly when it comes to proving service connection for your condition. A Nexus Letter is often the missing piece that help veterans establish the link between their military service and their current disability. But when do you need a Nexus Letter for a VA claim? In this…
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How Much Weight Does a C&P Exam Have?
In this blog, we’ll break down the critical role of the C&P exam, how to tell if your exam went well, what could go wrong during the process, and how to access your C&P exam results. If you are a veteran navigating the VA disability claims process, you’ve likely encountered or heard about the Compensation…
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6 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Migraines
Chronic (long-term) migraines often cause or worsen other severe conditions, such as sleep, mood, and digestive disorders. If you are a veteran, receiving, or applying for migraine disability compensation, you may be interested in knowing that if your service-connected migraine condition leads to a VA-ratable secondary condition, you could be entitled to a higher VA…
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8 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Hypertension
High blood pressure (i.e., hypertension) affects 48.1% of Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The chronic (long-term) condition is one of the most common illnesses impacting veterans today, possibly due to the unique stressors experienced during military service. When undiagnosed, uncontrolled, or left untreated, hypertension is known to cause or…
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How a GERD DBQ Strengthens Your VA Claim
Researchers estimate that approximately 20% of people in the U.S. have a gastrointestinal disorder called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you were diagnosed with GERD, you most likely know how its symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life because GERD is more than just an occasional experience of indigestion. If you feel your GERD was…
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Service Connecting VA Sleep Apnea Secondary to Weight Gain (as an Intermediate Step)
For many veterans, sleep apnea is not just an isolated condition—it’s linked to other issues like weight gain, medication side effects, or service-connected physical limitations. Fortunately, you may be able to connect these factors through an intermediate step making a case for sleep apnea as secondary to your existing conditions. In this post, we’ll explain…
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Nexus Letter for Sleep Apnea Secondary to Depression
If your VA claim was denied or you didn’t receive the disability rating you deserve, you may benefit from a nexus letter. A nexus letter helps connect your condition to your military service while providing validity to your VA claim. In this post, we’ll explore how a nexus letter for sleep apnea secondary to depression…
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How a Sleep Apnea DBQ Can Support Your VA Claim
If you are a veteran with sleep apnea, you understand how symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life. Lack of sleep can interfere with many functions needed to get through the day, such as focusing, remembering things, and completing basic tasks. If you believe that your sleep apnea was the result of (or worsened by)…
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7 Physical Symptoms of PTSD in Veterans
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is primarily known for its psychological, emotional, and mood symptoms, but it can have a significant impact on your life in other ways. PTSD can lead to physical symptoms that affect daily life, from trouble sleeping and muscle tension to chronic pain and digestive issues. Recognizing when physical signs of PTSD manifest…
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How a DBQ for Migraines Strengthens Your VA Claim
If you experience migraines due to your military service, you may be entitled to VA disability benefits. A disability benefits questionnaire (DBQ) can help add validity to your VA claim by providing comprehensive medical evidence. Migraines impair numerous aspects of a person’s daily life, so it’s essential you receive the care and compensation you rightfully…