Fatty Liver Disease and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know

[@craigburnett7621]

I just finally started talking with my therapist, and let her know of my alcohol use since 2011 after coming home from deployment. And now suffer from alcoholic fatty liver, but have been afraid to even try to claim it

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. Glad you are working with your therapist on this. Thank you for watching

[@MH-il1lk]

I've used your services, which are excellent. Have you done research or have a medical doctor who has done a nexus for fatty liver secondary to IBS?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for the opportunity! I do not know any doctors who write nexus letters. You may want to check with your treating doctor. Also you can always follow up with the medical expert you used with Prestige at no cost

[@bamagrl26]

I have been recently diagnosed with NASH awaiting blood work, and biopsy. I have IBS-D, severe anemia and severe orthopedic back pain. Currently have HBP as well, NOT Service Connected for PTSD (VA still evaluating). Main issue is Severe fatigue doctors thought I had lupus.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this! Best of luck with the NASH treatment and work up

[@cmdrdarwin3682]

I’m VERY interested in hearing how this went for you. I presently have a VA claim for IBS-D, NASH, lower back pain & I’m at 80% right now. I worked with a lot of toxic chemicals in the USAF, like Trichlorethene, MEK, Paint Stripper & many other solvents.

[@dipsuny]

Thank you so much for convering this!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Any time! Thank you for watching!!

[@Whatcha_Gonna_Do]

Can NAFL Disease be a byproduct of toxic exposure like Jet Fuel / TCE and are you aware of any published reports, I can't seem to locate any on internet... Many thanks 🙏

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am not sure about that sir. I have not hear of this. Best of luck and thank you for watching

[@javiercruz-d1c]

Great information how I can get a Nexus letter for Fatty liver disease. I have almost everything you just mention in video.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You can ask your treating doctor or the VA. Also if you would like more info from us about our services please contact us at [e-mail]

[@eliezerlizardi9888]

I had an ultrasound that showed moderate hepatic steatosis when I was in service but my claim was denied. Im obese and have fatigue symptoms. I had to go to the ER cause I was having abdominal pain in my right side. My decision letter said service connection cannot be granted for a laboratory finding without a diagnosis of a chronic disability or disease. What did I missed, blood work? At the bottom of the letter says; Favorable findings identified in this decision: You have been diagnosed with a disability. VA Hepatitis/Liver conditions exam showed a fatty liver diagnosis. Im very confused

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

That does sound confusing. Have you followed up with a legal professional on this?

[@ajosborn81]

Have you seen fatty liver due to medication taken for cholesterol ? I had high cholesterol while in service and given Lipitor to help with it. Thanks.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I have not. Sorry to hear this

[@CombatCraig]

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[@alaciacamechis-theclife]

I was diagnosed with NAFLD stage 2 in June 2022. I was just denied my claim. My husband is active still so I have Tricare. The liver clinic was able to see I had elevated enzymes starting 2 years in my service about 13 years ago and no one every told me. How do I get this service connected since this start long before now?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You can ask your hepatologist/gastroenterologist to write a note about it likely being undiagnosed in service based upon your abnormal labs if he agrees. Does that make sense?

[@freddiep2720]

Ty ty ty

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@vernonl134]

Love your videos and I appreciate the valuable information you share. 👍 Q: I was exposed to CARC paint in 1982. Among the sinus and pulmonary problems I have already be diagnosed with, my CT chest scan report reflects “hepatic steatosis” and “several sub-centimeter cysts.” Could the toxins in the paint I inhaled have caused this? Service connected?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

That would be tough to say. Typically Hepatic steatosis is related to fat deposition. Have you discussed this with your GI doctor?

[@vernonl134]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Not yet, but will do. Thanks!

[@parkedfamily]

I was just denied, I had NaFLD and now I was just told I need a L-transplant. The VA ignored my many labs with elevated enzymes. Since I was still AD. I’ve never been a drinker, and I thought I was healthy. How do I re-submit this for an Evaluation where they will actually accept it. I am 90% as it is.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am so sorry to hear this. Have you spoken with a legal professional about the appeals process?

[@parkedfamily]

@@prestigeveteranmedical I haven’t, just my VCSO, they didn’t have a whole lot of input.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@parkedfamily I am sorry to hear this sir.

[@cidcampeador7922]

How true is that VA denies claims for veterans who get nexus letters from out of state? Dis you see this when you were an examiner? Thx.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

While there isn't a specific written policy outlining that, and it actually contradicts VA policy, it would be advisable to seek clarification from a certified legal professional

[@shawnraverty1500]

I have stage 4 chronic liver disease linked with hepatic encephalopathy as well as alcohol induced neurocognitive disorder. I have a claim filed just don't know my chances. Everything matches the va requirements. Also chronic right cerebral infractions and central pointing melinosis. Thoughts.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. I am not really sure it just depends on how/why you believe it is related to your service and what your evidence shows

[@shawnraverty1500]

Well I didn't realize that the VA is going to expect a 20 year old to have three strokes while serving. Nor should they believe that a 20 year old would consume 30 years worth of drinking in 3 years. The findings do not have be service related. It already mentions that unless I wasted 2 years of my life getting MRI's and CAT scans from the VA for fun.

[@scrapguy6816]

Great content. Thanks.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for the support!!

[@jaimiegonzalez67]

Do you do DBQ & nexus together for fatty liver disease?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

We do assist with these nexus letters but not DBQs for this condition

[@jaimiegonzalez67]

@@prestigeveteranmedical ok thank u

[@ShayShay24-u6y]

I was just diagnosed, is ibuprofen connected? I’ve been taking this medication for years.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I’m so sorry to hear this!! Have you asked your doctor?

[@johnnygarcia8221]

I am service connected 70% PTSD to include major depressive disorder, alcohol use disorder and also 10% for tinnitus. Was told by my primary care doctor that I have fatty liver for about 30, 35 years. Can my fatty liver disease be a secondary condition to my PTSD?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

In some cases yes it can be. If you would like us to take a closer look at this with you please email us at [e-mail]

[@jaysonW7]

Im at 80% with PTSD and migraines but not rated for my OSA which i have a CPAP for!, i also have diabetes and fatty liver! Is this easy to prove with a nexus? I feel as if my ptsd caused my diabetes!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@jaysonW7 Every case is different of course. We would be happy to look at this with you if you would like. Please reach out to [e-mail]

[@banderson5676]

Helpful, thank you! I have been diagnosed with Fatty Liver, but never treated when i was deployed. I'm 70% for PTSD and 10% for my back. How can I show this is service connected (NEXUS). Claim secondary to PTSD or back pain?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

It just depends on your individual circumstances. Many veterans show this in relation to weight gain as in intermediate step if it applies

[@justinroberts9652]

Im already 80% but have recently been diagnosed with NA fatty liver disease. I believe its from the burn pits that burned right next to our fob in Iraq. Idk, but how possible would it be to get bumped up to 100%? Thats my goal anyways. Its a silent killer... if i die from it i at least want a little compensation while alive

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. It really just depends on the specifics of your case. If you would like us to take a look at this with you please send us an email to [e-mail]

[@cidcampeador7922]

Is NAFLD under the PACT Act?

[@KwoteMontana]

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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thanks for the support!