Diabetes Mellitus II and Agent Orange: Attorneys Who Care About Disabled Veterans
Diabetes can lead to a number of other health complications, such as neuropathy, circulatory and vascular problems, blindness, kidney failure and can even lead to a diabetic coma or death, if the condition is not properly controlled. Many veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and other herbicides during Vietnam are being diagnosed with type two diabetes mellitus and are confronting these grave health concerns — decades following their active duty.
In 2001, the VA made a final ruling recognizing type two diabetes mellitus as associated with exposure to Agent Orange during Vietnam. This ruling enabled disabled veterans to file Agent Orange claims for health care benefits and disability compensation benefits.
If you are a Vietnam veteran and have been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type II, you may be entitled to disability benefits. With offices in Florida and Indiana, our Agent Orange exposure attorneys represent disabled veterans throughout the United States in VA claims stemming from their service-connected injuries, disabilities and health conditions. Contact an experienced veterans benefit lawyer at Bosley & Bratch for a free consultation.
Diabetes Mellitus II (Type 2)
Diabetes mellitus is characterized by high blood sugar levels, primarily because the body cannot effectively metabolize. Symptoms that many people experience prior to diagnosis of diabetes can include extreme thirst, urination, fatigue, hunger, unexplained weight loss and other symptoms.
Secondary Health Complications of Type Two Diabetes Mellitus
Once diabetes is diagnosed, close monitoring of insulin levels is necessary to avoid serious symptoms and complications:
- Blindness: According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the U.S.
- Neuropathy (nerve sensation loss): The inability to feel when an object is causing pain or discomfort can lead to serious burns or pressure ulcers that can ultimately result in amputation of the entire limb, if not controlled.
- Kidney failure: Uncontrolled insulin, diet, weight, etc. can cause individuals with diabetes to suffer kidney failure or death.
- Other complications: Uncontrolled diabetes can also lead to heart disease, stroke and other complications.
How An Experienced VA Disability Lawyer Can Help
Many disabled vets are skeptical about their need to hire an attorney to resolve their VA disability case. They feel they can handle it own their own or use one of the many "free" organizations focused on providing such services to disabled veterans. Unfortunately, without an experienced and dedicated VA disability lawyer, disabled veterans are bound to face the frustrations of unanswered questions, claim denials, underrated claims. It is paramount to hire a skilled VA disability lawyer to ensure your case receives the attention it deserves and to maximize your chances for success. Learn more: Do I Need a VA Disability Lawyer?
Our attorneys at Bosley & Bratch have extensive experience representing Vietnam veterans in VA disability claims for benefits in relation to their Agent Orange exposure. We know the law and we know how to hold the VA to its own rules. Call us toll free nationwide at 866-974-0705 or contact us online for a free consultation about your rights.
