A VA rating increase is for someone who already has a service-connected disability. As soon as you think your condition worsens, you should file a claim for a rating increase with the VA as soon as possible.
PTSD Regulations
The VA made a change to the PTSD regulations in 2010 conceding that the structure involved in getting a PTSD award can be from fear of hostile military activity; allowing veterans who may not have been technically in combat to obtain PTSD disability.
Changes in Agent Orange Regulations
The changes in regulations with Agent Orange involve three new conditions: hairy cell leukemia, Parkinson’s disease, and ischemic heart disease. Changes allow veterans with any of these who were exposed to Agent Orange to file for disability.

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