Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know

In this video Leah addresses the issue of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in veterans and its relation to VA disability claims. She explains that OSA occurs when throat muscles relax during sleep, causing airway obstruction. For a VA service connection, she notes that a sleep apnea diagnosis must be confirmed by a polysomnogram (sleep study). Leah discusses two types of service connections: primary and secondary. Primary connection is possible if OSA was diagnosed during active duty, while secondary connection relates to OSA resulting from another service-connected condition like mental health disorders or medication side effects. She emphasizes the importance of supporting evidence, such as buddy statements, to substantiate undiagnosed OSA during service.
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[@hoppyendings]

I just want to say your organization is awesome. I used your services, and worked with Heather for my OSA secondary to Sinisitis and Rhinitis Nexus Letter. I was just awarded 50% today for OSA after being previously denied.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for the awesome feedback! I am so happy to hear this and we love heather too! She is fantastic! Congrats again and let us know if you ever need anything in the future!

[@mexvette8209]

B C I have nearly the same conditions you have. Except additionally I have a deviated septum Sinusitis/Rhinitis that was never fixed by my two sinus surgeries performed while I was on active duty. I’m currently obese with recent weight gain due to being locked up for covid 19 so I gained weight! I could probably dedicate myself to loose weight say within 6-9 months so nobody uses my weight as an excuse to not to tie my OSA to the fact I’ve been suffering frequent long term symptoms prior to my weight gain I might be calling this organization to assist me with developing a full claim for my condition. I was DX last year with OSA and I’m now using a CPAP issued by the VA Im also 70% PTSD for combat. I’D prefer to tie my OSA to having verifiable breathing issues! Could you tell me a little about how you proceeded with your claim? Any advice would be much appreciated by me and any other veteran who’s in need of help with their VA disabilities.6

[@hoppyendings]

@@mexvette8209 my advice would be to have records review , provide your C File and any VA denial letters to Prestige and see what they can offer. It was a simple process working with Prestige, I too have a deviated septum and I'm rated at 30% for Rhinitis and Sinusitis. I also submitted several buddy letters and a spousal letter documenting observations from my Active Duty time.

[@mexvette8209]

@@hoppyendings Thank you for your response much appreciated! I will be contacting them soon.

[@Olee_OTG]

Congrats BC I'm working on my claim now for the same thing

[@TheDogDad]

I would totally be okay with listening to a 1hr+ video of you breaking down different conditions. The channel CCK Law have short & long videos about certain topics and it's nive having both options. I really like your videos so far and will be tuning in a lot more. Thank you for what you do.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thanks for the advice sir and glad you are enjoying the content!!

[@CombatCraig]

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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@Jaybee-nd2mk]

No Slack was our Motto in boot camp A-3-5 Fort Dix NJ 1980 very cool! My Drill Sgt used it in homage to his vietnam unit as well

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

That is very cool! Thanks for watching 😀

[@BigDawg408]

I just want to Thanks Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting for writing me a Nexus Letter. I just got connected for OSA help me get my 100% Thanks so much

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you so much for the opportunity!! Big hugs to you!

[@user-wv5xm2wj3l]

Thanks for the information.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching!!

[@tommarinevet]

Great info, thanks Leah!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching!!

[@scrapguy6816]

Wow! Great content and information. When you do secondary conditions. One for rhinitis and sinusitis would be helpful. Thanks.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I have OSA to allergic rhinitis on my working schedule coming up for 4/18. I am going to do OSA secondary to diabetes on 3/21 and a video about what to expect at an OSA C&P exam next month.

[@franzapolski8863]

Thanks ,Very helpful.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

[@franharrison4065]

Thank you. This info was extremely informative…

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching and thank you for the feedback!

[@davidj7516]

Thank you very much. Update: I had three claims; dermatitis, lung, and anxiety. The lung one declined, the anxiety is pending, and the rash was accepted at 60% (max) w/ 17 months back pay. I also have a 10% tinnitus service connection. I was just diagnosed w/ Sleep Apnea and received a CPAP machine. I decided to make a claim with Sleep Apnea as a secondary to tinnitus. I'm also going to add the SA to the anxiety claim. My VSO was very helpful at the beginning, but now not so much. Thank you very much again for all your time.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching and best of luck to you!

[@frenchyfrenchman]

ive been youtubing (is that a word) tons of va apnea videos. of all of them, this lady is by far the most knowledgeable and it is clear that she know what she is talking about

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

🥰🥰🥰🥰 thank you for the feedback sir!!

[@melinda_coffee_nerd]

Very informative. I’m SC 30% for asthma and got a Dx of OSA by my VA doctors and have a CPAP. Filed OSA , anxiety and chronic sinusitis as a secondary to my asthma. Had my exams and now it’s under review. This was helpful in understanding the process.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Best of luck to you with this and keep us posted!

[@Nate-hj1xl]

Wow THANKS!!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

No problem! Thank you for watching!

[@gilbertgbarela9274]

2nd Bn 327th INF, No Slack!!! Awesome. I was in A Co. in 1996.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

No Slack!!

[@mariomario..]

Will be waiting for that OSA as a secondary video.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Did you check out the one from today on OSA c&p?

[@mariomario..]

@@prestigeveteranmedical On that one as we speak.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@mariomario.. Enjoy!

[@biggdawg9542]

Just did my sleep apnea home test with vitruox. I'm waiting for the results now

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Best of luck! Thank you for watching!!

[@andycharles6921]

I had a terrible VSO that submitted a lot of papers to support my claim of OSA. I asked him if he had all of the documents that he needed for the claim,he stated,"we will just send them everything and let them figure it out".Well,you can guess how that came out! I was denied,not service connected,that was 3 years ago.I was discharged in the 60's before OSA was even classified as an issue.My AHI is 23.2,should I try again or is it too late? Your opinion is highly regarded and I appreciate all that you do for us.Thanks so much.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey sir! I am not sure how I missed this comment! I would say you should never give up on something you believe is related to your service.

[@cherylagyemane8672]

U gotta research this stuff yourself

[@kennethsimpson5539]

I think I made a mistake. I have the evidence needed to win my current secondary OSA claim along with the Nexus that you guys provided. However, I should have submitted the evidence when I originally filed the claim. I submitted the evidence after the C and P exam causing a delay. I filed my claim back in November, and it's still pending.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear about the delay sir. Please keep us posted!

[@williebridges3408]

Hi there, excellent video and thank you for your service! I've been diagnosed with OSA and use a CPAP device. Question: can a service-connected lumbar spine issue forcing me to sleep more on my back aggravate my OSA thereby allowing me to claim OSA as a secondary condition?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Possibly! Every case is different of course and there are many risk factors and considerations depending on the individual

[@rayfarrell9482]

Another very informative video ma’am! And I finally got my15 seconds of fame! Ha! No Slack Capt!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You are the best!!! No slack my friend

[@dudleyewald3351]

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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Oh boy y'all are the wildest!@@dudleyewald3351

[@sweetchinmusiq1623]

My sleep apnea claim is the only one I worry about. I've been diagnosed after service and have been told that this particular claim gets denied often. I have a current DX, buddy letters, my wife wrote a letter. I hope 🙏🏾 this will be enough. I'm trying to connect sleep apnea secondary to PTSD

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Best of luck to you thank you for watching!

[@NeoSoulCrew]

Great video. I'm trying to get sleep Apnea secondary to major depression and anxiety. I've gained a lot of weight when mental health symptoms got worse, do you see those cases?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes sir this is one of the more common conditions we assist with

[@davidmedrano709]

I was initially denied because no in-service diagnosis. Supplemental claim now with supporting medical opinionated letters from my VA Pulmonary Doctor and my Private sleep Doctor. Sleep apnea secondary to my service connected ashma.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this. Hopefully it will be approved this time around! Best of luck and thank you for watching

[@josharmour1549]

I am trying to get my OSA service connected but I have seen appeals get denied with the VA saying buddy or spouse statements can not be used to diagnose OSA because a typical "Lay" person can not diagnose OSA. I really wish this was all easier...or I had better guidance when in service to document what was wrong, instead of just "sucking it up" and going to work. The culture has definitely gotten better than when I was in.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am very sorry to hear this sir

[@jrbrooks932]

I will be contacting you very soon 🙏🏽

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Looking forward to it!

[@stephensharpe9559]

Sticking with the. respiratory theme with OSA as a secondary condition, you mentioned sinusitis and/or deviated septum. Would rhinitis also fit in that category? Would a primary service connected diagnosis of rhinitis enable an OSA as a secondary condition?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes for sure in many cases

[@americaawesome8271]

These guy are awesome ! They got me my 100 PT . Nexus letter .

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for the opportunity!!

[@Jaime-di1qk]

Awesome information. I am getting ready to have a C&P next month for sleep Apnea and Chronic Sinusitis. I do have the medical diagnosis for both from the VA. I was also given a C-Pap machine, mouth piece, and a elevated pillow. I was diagnosed during my National Guard service and not during active duty. The results for sleep apnea was written as Mild with difficulty sleeping at night and fall ain’t asleep during the day. Not sure if my C&P will get awarded. Any advice?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Best of luck to you on that! Have you seen my video on sleep apnea C&P exams? That may be helpful

[@Jaime-di1qk]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Thank you. Yes, I saw the video. Great info….also reached out to my VSO, but I will definitely look into VA.gov get familiar with the DBQ. I have yet to have no luck with any doctor writing any letters for me.

[@jeromelester9038]

Thank you. This information was very helpful to my supplemental claims 1.degenerative arthritis. 2.rhinitis. 3.bronical asthma . 4.bunion. 5.tracheal or bronchial disease. 6.intervertebral disc syndrome. 7. mdd. 8 hypertensive vascular disease. 9. flat foot. 10. chronic sinusitis. 11. sleep apnea. 12. cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, all listed as service connection my question is can I get 100% p&t ?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Possibly! Best of luck thank you for watching!

[@michaelbishop6831]

I had deviated septum surgery in the Navy and had to have the surgery corrected when I got out. I was diagnosed with OSA several years later. Would you think the surgery, noted in my med records, would make my OSA claim likely to be successful? I haven’t filed yet.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

It just depends on the specifics but there is an abundance of literature that supports things like deviated septum playing a role in some cases

[@Mathias-rm2gx]

I was recently diagnosed with OSA (mild) and use a CPAP issued from the VA. I have service history of sleep issues during active duty, but was denied my claim because my 'chronic fatigue' and 'insomnia' are different issues not related to my throat at all. I have those service connected but 0% rating. I've started the appeal, but not sure why they would confirm I had it but not connect it to service.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am very sorry to hear this sir

[@Mathias-rm2gx]

@Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting It's pretty normal with three VA. Just listening for tips, will probably have to appeal as a secondary claim.

[@jayrobinson4679]

I definitely need you help.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I’d be happy to try to assist. Please email me at [e-mail] and I can get you some information

[@pullins6814]

What's your thoughts on OSA being service connected as secondary to obesity caused by chronic back problems that have made a veteran less active? Odds of getting service connected that way is what I'm asking.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey sir that is a great question. Check out this video: studio.kzbin.infoS0UNfEOokv0/edit

[@reggionalfordham2795]

I did the in house sleep study it came back (OSA) I got a nexus letter, I required a CPAP machine, written documentation from wife how I sleep, jus did a C&P for Sleep apnea…… what percentage do you think I will get

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey sir If you get approved it will likely be at the 50% rate

[@andyalderidge7144]

I am in the process of getting evidence for OSA as secondary to tinnitus or file as primary. I did have the symptoms as you stated during my service in the 80's. I have had a sleep study and am prescribed a bipap machine. Should I be trying for secondary or primary?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

That is totally up to you sir. I always include all pertinent evidence when I write reports and do not select one or another

[@ceewright07]

I just came across your video, I was diagnosed with OSA in August 2021. I submitted my claim in 2018. Was giving a CPAP machine in 2018. But I was denied. When I did my Gulf War exam, I informed the examiner about my bad allergies. I was told that I was in the service during the Gulf War era. Butt didn't serve in combat. Long story short wrote in to the DoD, got my DDfoem 214 corrected. I was recently granted Allergic Rhinitis during the Pact Act. Coming up on my appeal, will I be able too use Allergic Rhinitis to help with m OSA Claim?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

If your allergic rhinitis is contributing in some way possibly. Thank you for watching

[@mcapc007]

Do I need a nexus letter for rheumatoid arthritis? I have service connections for back, neck, and sleep apnea.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey there sir! Nexus letters are never required but can be helpful at times. It is just a personal decision you have to make based upon your individual circumstances. If you would like more info just email [e-mail]

[@andymasiello8186]

Any tips on how to get/request a sleep study

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes if you just go in and explain your symptoms to your doctor they probably will do it

[@qtipheadthanks1074]

Can I claim sleep apnea as secondary to adjustment disorder with depressed mood? I have a 50 percent rating.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes sir many veterans do but it depends on the specifics of the case of course. If you would like us to take a look at this with you in the future email us at [e-mail]

[@ixsmaelable]

I though if you have a condition that is not service connected but a service connected condition is aggravating it then it can also be service connected. Is that right? If so where is that on the M21

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir that is a great question. You will want to discuss questions related to VA policy with a legal professional

[@alyssapuryear2006]

Love your videos! I need some advice, i had a sleep study while in service which showed i DIDN'T have OSA, but literally 2 months after medical discharge i got a sleep study resulting in severe OSA with CPAP. Should I include both sleep studies in my claim? And what are my chances that it'll be service connected without a Nexus letter?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am glad you are enjoying the video content. That situation sounds tough. You never know and it is always worth a try!

[@ambrosiamartinez1458]

where you on terminal leave?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@ambrosiamartinez1458 great question!

[@louissoto1529]

Hi, love the video. I wanted to pick your brain. Soo I'm a high % ptsd, knee injury, gerd, tinnitus, lower back, and ankle injury. I was recently diagnosed by the VA for sleep apnea and did their sleep study. What is your advice for filing sleep apnea as a secondary claim?

[@louissoto1529]

Also given a cpap too

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Well many of those things can contribute to the development of sleep apnea especially if there is weight gain involved. From a medical perspective we never ever just choose one thing over others, it is important to discuss all risk factors good or bad. Does that make sense? From my understanding you can put multiple causes for service connection on your application but you will want to discuss this with a legal expert for clarification and strategy. Please keep me posted and if you need any assistance with a nexus letter in the future just reach out to me at [e-mail]

[@louissoto1529]

@prestigeveteranmedical from what i hear its very hard to prove a service connection

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@louissoto1529 I don't necessarily agree that this is the case. I see veterans successful with this claim often. It just depends on the specifics of the case

[@mistyjohns8196]

Good morning I know your talking abt primary in this video but would it be hard to prove that my tmj rated @ 30% can cause my osa

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching! That may be a difficult one it would just depend on your other risk factors etc. If you would like more information please email us at [e-mail]

[@combatdouglas1306]

Make a vid how to connect CSA. Not much data on it.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey Douglas! I have one scheduled right now for 7/18. It specific to central sleep apnea and TBI.

[@michaelrobison1044]

I am rated at 70% ptsd I had a sleep study done My Diagnosis OSA (G47.33) severe CPAP with oxygen at 2.0 L/M was Recommendations. I had no trouble with sleep but because of my PTSD and when I get Depressed I eat all the time I am 5’ 8” and my weight is 243 could my ptsd have caused my OSA

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir I am sorry to hear about your ailments! Many veterans with that type of history are service connected for OSA in relation to their mental health condition to include weight gain as an intermediate step. Of course every case is different

[@combatdouglas1306]

Watch your BMI.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@combatdouglas1306 Don't we all need to 🤣

[@freddiep2720]

my exact same problem

[@xguyonacouchxx8975]

What about osa secondary to asthma?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes that is something I will get together for a future video!

[@Emerb9]

Should a diagnose Vet file SA claim without having the CPAP machine due to VA's CPAP shortage?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Well that is a great question. You should check with a VSO for sure, but if you believe you have a valid claiming I would not delay. Requiring a CPAP is the criteria for 50% and just because they have a shortage does not mean you don't meet the criteria for needing one. Does that make sense?

[@Emerb9]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Thank you for replying. I had my sleep study with the VA and they noted I have SA and I qualify for a CPAP machine. However, the VA is unable to provide a CPAP machine. I am unsure if I should file without having the CPAP or if the VA will take into consideration that they are the reason I do not have a CPAP. The [San Diego] VA did tell me to check back monthly for the status of their availability of CPAP. Again, thanks for replying.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@Emerb9 Sure things sir keep us posted!

[@michaelrobison1044]

I need to get a nexus letter could you help me with this and how much would it cost and would I need to fax you the paperwork

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

For sure sir. Please email me at [e-mail] and I can get you all the details ASAP

[@jeffwhitehead6243]

I'm a retired Naval Reservist (retired in '94). I have recently been rated by the VA at 30% for asthma and 10% for tinnitus. I have been using a CPAP for approx. 15 years and I have been treated for asthma for roughly the same period. I also have GERD, frequent sinusitus, and sino-bronchitis. I would like to raise my disability rating (legitimately) to the magical 50% so that I can get concurrent disability and pension benefits. I messaged my pulmonologist and she is not unwilling to state that my OSA is a result of my asthma. I'm not sure what to do.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am very sorry to hear this sir. You may want to discuss this with an accredited legal professional. If you are specifically interested in a medical nexus letter please email us at [e-mail] and we can get you some info

[@jeffwhitehead6243]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Thanks for the quick reply. I see my pulmonologist on 2/26. I plan to discuss my situation face-to-face to see if I can help her understand (she doesn't have much, If any, experience with VA cases). After that, I might reach out to you. Thanks for your informative videos... I have learned a great deal.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am glad you have been enjoying the videos. Best of luck to you and keep us posted!@@jeffwhitehead6243

[@TheTejasman]

Just curious to see if you know when the military actually started diagnosing OSA? I served from 88-92, and I don't think I ever even heard of OSA till well after I was out of the service. Lay evidence for service connection??

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Sleep apnea was certainly diagnosed at that time. Military healthcare practitioners do not abide by a different set of medical diagnosis criteria. They are licensed in the same manner as any other profession

[@TheTejasman]

@@prestigeveteranmedical I completely understand the military doctors are licensed just like civilian doctors. I just never heard anyone in my sphere getting diagnosed with it at the time. From my understanding the VA didn't have a code for it till 1994 or 95. Thank you for the reply.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@TheTejasman as far as VA disability and codes are concerned, that would be a separate process from being diagnosed with a disability in service. VA rating codes are not something that are part of any process that an active duty medical officer uses to diagnose medical conditions either. VA rating codes have no relevance to what transpires regarding active duty healthcare. VA rating codes are addressed upon separation by the VA when reviewing claims

[@TheTejasman]

@@prestigeveteranmedical again I do understand all of what you are saying. Back to the original question....when did the military actually start diagnosing OSA?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@TheTejasman the same time the rest of the medical community did which was before 1988

[@moreu07200]

Can I claim Sleep Apnea secondary to tinnitus or Migraines .

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You can certainly claim anything at any time that you believe is related to service however I do not believe that migraines or tinnitus cause sleep apnea which is due to collapse of the upper airway

[@rdking8001]

How do I get service connection to my sleep apnea before I file a claim? Ty

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You would not be able to get connected before filling a claim. You have to submit a claim in order for them to look at it for you. You may want to consider getting claims filling advice from a VSO in your local area

[@rdking8001]

@@prestigeveteranmedical don’t I need evidence? Nothing in my records on sleep apnea but I have it bad and has caused atrial fibrillation and I fall asleep all day I am on a machine for it

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@rdking8001 you do not require an external medical opinion letter. You can always add one if you would like but that is a personal choice.

[@lovelife7733]

I have 10% rating for tinnitus can I get nexus for sleep apnea I have cpac machine from the VA

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir we do not believe there is a strong relationship between those conditions unfortunately but I wish you the best of luck!!

[@TheTejasman]

@@prestigeveteranmedical so tinnitus, which can cause all sorts of sleep disorders, is not relational to sleep apnea which is a sleep disorder?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@TheTejasman no it does not cause sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is caused by a mechanical collapse of the upper airway and it is physiologically not possible for tinnitus to do that

[@juniorthewvrebel]

can i file osa secondary to asthma

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey sir many people do this. It will be combined likely due to pyramiding but you would receive the higher of the two ratings. You would want to clarify that with a VSO

[@jasonprimus4578]

Can sleep apnea be secondary to high blood pressure

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Some research shows a link between these conditions

[@Terminal1stSausage]

2nd of the 327th 🤦🏻‍♂️doc !

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@GibbonsGarage]

2-327 NO SLACK!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You got that right!

[@jeffsmith6566]

Can having tinnitus cause sleep apnea

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I do not believe so at all but this is simply my opinion

[@TheDogDad]

Like

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching!

[@betsyjames416]

What do you charge for your services

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hey sir you can see our fees on our website: prestigeveteranmctx.com/

[@jamesmoore8873]

Another 101st vet 😀

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You got it =-)

[@jamesmoore8873]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Crazy thing I was A CO 1-327.

[@jamesmoore8873]

@@prestigeveteranmedical I MIGHT NEED YOUR COMPANIES HELP WITH IMO OR NEXUS LETTERS.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@jamesmoore8873 bulldogs as I recall?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@jamesmoore8873 send us an email to [e-mail] whenever you are ready

[@flindsay0001]

Were you in 2/327? I was in that

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Yes I was!

[@matthewjacobs141]

Can Agent Orange exposure cause Apnea?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Not that I am aware of

[@matthewjacobs141]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Thank You

[@matthewjacobs141]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Is Is Hypertension, and Kidney disease connected to Agent Orange? Because both of those are connected to Apnea

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@matthewjacobs141 Hypertension is listed as a presumptive condition according to the PACT act

[@matthewjacobs141]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Ok, once again thank you for the prompt reply...on a Sunday no less😀

[@u.duanespence2768]

Whats your contact info?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

[e-mail]

[@timboashworth5714]

Many vets have sleep issues due to training schedules, watch/guard schedules, and certain types of training where sleep deprivation is utilized as a punishment. I myself washed out of the SFQC back in 1984. I can't tell you how many times we were limited to only a couple of hours of rest per night. Then there are times where you are awoken as a harassment tool. We all went through similar experiences in basic training, but for some it continues past those phases into a somewhat 'regular' routine. Are there any conclusive studies on special warfare candidates/operators having greater incidences of sleep apnea?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Not that I am aware of sir. Thank you for watching

[@timboashworth5714]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Thanks for your prompt response! My sleep apnea is what brought me into the VA system 15 yrs ago. I have it quite severe and utilize a BiPap. I'm currently 90% sc and in a HLR for several DTA's, my sleep issues being part of all that. Thank you for your service AND your continued service.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@timboashworth5714 You bet sir. Thank you for your kind words and thank you for your service as well!

[@anthonynewell6124]

Good morning Lord and behold I got another denied it makes my 4th so am screwed

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[@anthonynewell6124]

@@prestigeveteranmedical thanks again any help will work

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