My husband is a combat Vietnam Veteran. In Iraq & Afghanistan, the military had low ranking troops handle the burn pits (whats new) including burning plastic bottles (illegal in the US to burn) and now many troops are showing up with lung problems. I sent the VA a copy of my DD Form 214, which they said they couldnt read. The exam is free to eligible Veterans and enrollment in VA health care is not necessary. EFFECTS after was, emergency transportation to nearest hospital the following day for LUNG COLLASPE, admitted a few days , few months later , pnuemonia kicked him hard, three weeks in outside hospital near our residence, since that in February 2014, till today, he has oxygen machine and portable tanks, even Scooter for outside mobility because his VA pulmonary doctor ADMITTED to making his first mistake on a patient after over 700 procedures hes done. He currently has Type II diabetes and treated for prostate cancer in which now has spread somewhere else in his body (test are not conclusive at this time). Agent Orange was a toxic, plant-killing chemical (herbicide) that the U.S. military used to clear foliage during the Vietnam conflict. The names derived from colour-coded bands painted around storage drums holding the herbicides. Take the list of potential disorders post exposure to your primary doctor. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has classified these Agent Orange-related diseases aspresumptive. IJERPH. Since that time, we have provided compassionate I am still able to receive monthly cash benefits and medical. I had no problem with the VA or any of its representatives. you need to go to your american legion and have them file a claim. However. knew otherwise. severe vomiting and diarrhea. When Vietnamese people eat fish from these ponds, they are exposed to dioxins. 2015;25(3):254-264. doi:10.1080/09603123.2014.938026. Want to be upgraded to 100%. VAs BS answer is he can not prove he was on the ground at any time to have had contact with Agent Orange. involuntary urination and defecation. Our great Government wont cover a claim for her condition. http://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/benefits/children-birth-defects.asp. My eyes are still being treated for graves disease. The symptoms from Agent Orange are primarily neurological and intestinal-related. Verywell Health's content is for informational and educational purposes only. I am the proud daughter of a Vietnam Veteran. Public health assessment of dioxin-contaminated fish at former U.S. airbase, Bien Hoa, Vietnam. Weve been waiting now since 2006 for decisions on some of my husbands health problems.Diabetes Type II, Peripheral Neuropathy, Skin problems, CAD.quadruple coronary bypass and stints.just to name a few. I dont know if my Grandma filed a claim or not, but same circumstances. I was stationed at Camp Ranger outside Bien Hoa 1965-66. TCDD is a byproduct of herbicide production and is toxic even in small amounts. Follow up on the Fort McClellan Notification Act that our inept Congress is supposed to be addressing. Please talk about what happened at Fort McClellan, AL. Please I cant put all the details. Now, he is thinking the war isnt over, do to him fighting for his life, my life, my brothers life and my sister life, al do to Agent Orange Exposure. Over 300,000 U.S. veterans and over 400,000 Vietnamese people died from exposure to Agent Orange from 1962 to 1971. Here are the 14 health conditions associated with Agent Orange exposure as of 2020: Read on below for a detailed explanation and breakdown of each medical condition that is associated with Agent Orange exposure. Bien Hoa Airbase had 2 Ranch Hand C-123s stationed there in 1970. My Dad served two tours as a helicopter pilot/commander, flew thru stuff on a daily basis. While we were in Vietnam, we were told that the spraying will kill everything that grows but will not cause humans any problems. Originally, there were 14 diseases associated with Agent Orange exposure, but over time, medical research found several additional conditions that affected people who had exposure to Agent Orange. I served as a commo man with the 27 engr. I now have KIdney disease related to DMll. Before making statistical adjustments for risk of death, demographic variables, and medical and psychiatric conditions, veterans with Agent Orange exposure were about twice as likely to be diagnosed with dementia1,918 of 38,121, or 5 percentcompared with non-exposed vets: 6,886 of 278,230, or 2 percent. Get more resources at VeteransCrisisLine.net. When will we get help from the VA? Participation is voluntary. Son has undersized testicles and probably not be able to have children either. I cant even go out to work or have R&R more than Feds hours a day for fear Id come home to find him dead in his sleep. However, the Veterans Administration (VA) has an Agent Orange Registry health exam that alerts veterans of possible long-term "presumptive" health issues that are linked to Agent Orange exposure during someone's military service. Tim Discher, Served in Marine Corps, 1967-1970 Vietnam. My husband is 100% disabled veteran from agent orange. collect your medical history from your doctors (a copy of your med. Tomorrow is not a promise, only a gift. Can you guide me to what direction to direct my concerns? Agent Orange exposure is strongly associated with a variety of health problems. Unbelievable. It contains dioxin, a toxic chemical that can cause a, Service connection may be presumed for residuals of exposure to Agent Orange for veterans who, during active military, naval, or air force, served in the Republic of Vietnam (The Vietnam, Agent Orange was an herbicide that the United States military used during the Vietnam War. Contact a VA Environmental Health Coordinatorfor details. We advocate for the disabled. Numbness, prickly or tingling feeling in your hands and feet. Agent Orange was a plant-killing chemical (herbicide). Hit enter to expand a main menu option (Health, Benefits, etc). To enter and activate the submenu links, hit the down arrow. (My father was an Italian immigrant; not sure how my extended family in Italy passed.) There is DoD evidence that there are residuals in the soil yet The govt denies it was ever tested there. My GRIPE is, not matter how much money the VA gives him, he will never be happy again because of health condition but at least compensation for addition ailments will give us more time to enjoy whats left of his life!! The dioxins in Agent Orange are highly lipophilic, meaning that they dissolve in fat and are stored in the body's adipose tissue (body fat). I am a 100% disabled veteran and when I spoke to a VA representative and explained I was exposed to Agent Orange while assigned to Johnston Atoll 1978-1979 and have pictures of Agent Orange stacked 25 feet high and as far as the eye could see and all leaking. BioEssays. In regards to the time limitations of Neuropathy, what happens when you were not aware you were exposed to Agent Orange until much later in your life? I have other symptoms such as diabetes and non hodgkins lymphoma until 2013. I have been waiting three years for an answer to my appeal for the varices and for my liver damage and all I get is a stock answer from the VA. Omissions? An official website of the United States government. From 19621971, the U.S. Air Force sprayed at least 11 million gallons of Agent Orange in Vietnam. The most recent mishap is during preparation for radiation therapy, his VA pulmonary doctor, ACCIDENTLY punctured his lungs while in the OR. VA has denied my Moms claim.. Wheres the justice for our veterans. He had diabetes, heat disease, and copd, plus myelodysplasia ( a bone marrow cancer). Washington, D.C.: 1776 I Street, NW, 9th Floor, Washington, D.C 20006 Treatment could include: Your healthcare provider will diagnose and treat the effects of Agent Orange if you had exposure to the herbicide. I was up north by the DMZ, as a Marine and you know we were all exposed to this stuff. Health benefits may also be available for children of veterans who have been exposed to Agent Orange, if they have certain birth defects, including spina bifida, cleft palate or cleft lip, Poland syndrome, congenital heart disease, and others. U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. These men and women went above and beyond to serve our country. 100% disabled and will never forget my brothers****SSgt leon hetnandez. visit VeteransCrisisLine.net for more resources. He filed a claim in 2009 but died in 2010. 2022;12(08):363-426. doi:10.4236/ojss.2022.128016. my late husband was tdy multiply times in Thiland during the Vietnam Nam war. Even though I have been awarded 100% disability rating, I am still required to be re-examined once a year in their effort to reduce the the rating. My little brother died when he was ten, heart issues. Disability Benefits for Agent Orange Exposure, Additional Resources for Agent Orange Victims, Dioxins: What They Are and How to Avoid Them. To access the menus on this page please perform the following steps. He has Diabetes Type 2, was recently diagnosis with Prostrate Cancer ( 6 months ago). let the va decide which is related and which is not all they can do is say no to each specific claim, or they might surprise you and say yes. (C) in the a-shau valley in 1969. The suit was settled out of court in 1984 with the establishment of a $180 million fund to compensate some 250,000 claimants and their families. The Veterans Administration (VA) recognizes that certain cancers and other so-called "presumptive conditions" are associated with Agent Orange exposure during military service. Does anyone have any ideas on what to do for him? I will probably loose my father soon & he is so young, 66 yo. Hefelt that he contacted Agent Orange while training there all the years he was in the guard. WebA suggestion that Agent Orange causes neuropsychiatric disorders by producing metabolic disturbance or temporal lobe seizures (Barr, 1982) has not been tested with empirical fatigue. Birth defects in children of women Vietnam Veterans. My veteran died in 1997 from Melanoma.he was only 51! We are sorry that this post was not as useful for you! But they still warrant prompt medical attention. I have had a total hysterectomy due to ovarian cancer. And all this, is done by our government, now it is time to let other Americans know what our government done, and time for American government to help 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation of Agent OrangeExposure. All you have to do is research about the children still being born in Vietnam even today. Despite the difficulty of establishing conclusive proof that their claims were valid, in 1979 U.S. veterans brought a class-action lawsuit against seven herbicide makers that produced Agent Orange for the U.S. military. I was stationed at Avon Park, Gunnery Range, Florida, 1973-1975. Returning to the rear for only 3 days of rest. Good Luck to you. 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195 |, Important Updates + Notice of Vendor Data Event, (https://www.cancer.org/healthy/cancer-causes/chemicals/agent-orange-and-cancer.html), (https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/index.asp). 1988, Under SAM ROBERT History. Passed away within 6 months of diagnosis. When Agent Orange is introduced into an ecosystem, it stays there for a very long time. CANCER OF THE BONE MARROW..I HAVE LIVED WELL SERVED WELL AND BEEN WELL, DONT GIVE UP MY FELLOW VETERANSNEVER, NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP OR GIVE IN..THE VA IS NOT YOUR They completely missed problem, and after he fractured a rib, I insisted on a full thoracic series and they discovered bone lesions. They are doing nothing. https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/conditions I was in the Navy from 1962 to 1966 and was in Vietnam up and down the rivers and qualify under agent orange. The Veterans DD 214 or WD AGO or DD Form 2-1 should accompany this note also. Lady Michelle Obama, help and rescue my family, especially my husband conditions, he was had 3 back surgeries before and L4 L5 for knees surgeries. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. For example, ponds at a former U.S. air base in Bien Hoa, Vietnam, are still contaminated with Agent Orange in 2023. For those of you that are in the process of filing, KEEP FIGHTING FOR EVERYTHING. Prior to his passing, he started the process for benefits after his passing, his benefits were approved. Veterans and their survivors may be eligible for benefits for these diseases. Then when the truth started coming out, the various entities denied any possible health problems and the denials went on for years. Agent Orange was a horrible creation to use in warfare. The Veterans Benefits Administration automatically presumes that certain diseases and disabilities were caused by military service; they call these "presumptive conditions." Chloracne (or similar acneiform diseases). Find a good attorney if y0u are in appeal process !! I was stationed at Bien Hoa AFB from 70-72 we could see them spraying this stuff.I went to the VA for Agent Orange screening and the lady told me ,We dont take blood work nor x-Ray anyone we just take down your information most vets come in here to have their benefits encreast .when we left she told the lady behind the disk ,Dont you ever send me an Agent Orange vet again, ,they both looked at me like I was the bad guy. Veterans and Agent Orange: health effects of herbicides used in Vietnam. Dioxin is a carcinogen, which means it can cause cancer. Voice of America (VOA). Hill and Ponton has helped thousands of veterans qualify for the disability compensation they deserve after wrongfully being denied benefits by VA. We help you navigate this confusing process! Sure, he will never be cured of his ailments BUT compensation would be gratitude by our government of taking care of OUR vets. They take about 20% but it is well worth it. A paternal environmental legacy: evidence for epigenetic inheritance through the male germ line. We also transported and handled this stuff on our aircraft. ENEMY OR YOUR ADVERSARY.LET THEM KNOW ABOUT YOUR CONDITIONS. He has applied for more disability, but the red tape is horrendous. Veterans are eligible to receive an Agent Orange health exam, clinical treatment and healthcare benefits. There is no obligation to do so. I was in the same boat as most everybody else by ending up with Multiple Myeloma; Diabetes (Type 2); PTSD; High Blood Pressure and all of the other problems associated with the ailments. The affected child must have been conceived after the Veteran entered Vietnam or the Korean demilitarized zone during the qualifying service period. I receive a letter from the VA every two months stating they are processing my claim. The CFR rating schedule for this is 70% and while they admit it and recognize it, they give me nothing for it. Despite being 81 he was mentally sharp; terrific pain and he stopped eating and drinking to hasten his demise. My husbands oldest daughter had ovarian cancer at 19. 2003;53(4):245-255. doi:10.3322/canjclin.53.4.245, Pirkle JL, Wolfe WH, Patterson DG, et al. Chlamydia can harm your sperm, negatively impacting your ability to conceive. my husband served in the Arkansas Army National Guard at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas from around 1970 to 2004. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Agent Orange Neurological Disorders Finally awarded 100% unemployability in sept 04. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. He passed Oct, first check received was Feb less than three months after his death. Although the autopsy stated he died from HCM and doctors/research post-mortem said its genetic, no one I know of in my (paternal) family history has/had heart failure. That. Thankfully it was caught and treated, and she has gone on to have 3 children. >You were exposed to herbicides in a location other than Vietnam or the DMZ, such as by loading, transporting, or storing them while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Despite carefully monitoring my Diabetes, it has progressed. 1. Deland, FL: 1607 South State Road 15A Suite 12 Deland, FL 32720, Satellite Offices It is bitter sweet to have begged for help for his Agent Orange exposure, only to be turned away, and now have it as a cause of death. He received his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Masters of Public Health from Harvard University, and Doctorate of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. Seattle, WA: 506 2nd Ave,Suite 1400,Seattle, WA 98104. WebSymptoms of Exposure to Agent Orange Gastrointestinal Problems. The U.S. military is still in the process of cleaning up Agent Orange contamination in Vietnam. and ifso how do i get tested? Symptoms could include the following: The chemicals in Agent Orange caused several diseases and health-related issues in people who were exposed to the herbicide. Initial claims are often wrongly denied. The children of women veterans who were in Vietnam between 19611975 and had a baby with permanent mental or physical disabilities are eligible for presumptive benefits because the VA presumes Agent Orange caused their baby's long-term disabilities. I have informed them that I dont have nor have I been able to obtain the medical records, just as they have been unable to obtain them. Looking to hearing from you about your finding of AO and Womens Health. Agent Orange, a toxic herbicide, continues to affect people directly exposed to it during the Vietnam War and their children. The IOM uses a team of nationally renowned subject matter experts from around the country to gather all the scientific literature on a topic, identify peer-reviewed reports, and then examine the studies to determine the most rigorous and applicable studies. But Dod and VA ha.ve only treated the symptoms. My story mostly same things to Emelia, My husband his Navy Vet. Can you tell me if any exploratory work is being studied on skin rashes that are giving a Veteran Buddy of mine a fit even to today? Our children both have reproductive defects, daughter with t-shaped uterus, had to have hysterectomy in 20s. She has constant pain in her lower back. Pain in upper left abdomen (enlarged spleen), Pain in lymph nodes after drinking alcohol, Cough that does not go away, or gets worse, Chest pain, aggravated by laughing, coughing or deep breathing, Bronchitis and pneumonia infections that keep recurring, Swelling of lymph nodes in neck or collarbone. Absorbing it through your eyes, mouth or breaks in your skin while the chemicals were in the air. my nearly four years there. Portland, OR: 650 N. E. Holladay Street, Suite 1600, Portland, OR, 97232 Office of Accountability & Whistleblower Protection, Training - Exposure - Experience (TEE) Tournament, Military Exposure Related Health Concerns, War Related Illness & Injury Study Center, Clinical Trainees (Academic Affiliations), exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides, birth defects in children of Vietnam and Korea Veterans, Call TTY if you Agent Orange exposure doesnt just affect the veteran. 64-68 marine. This compound is a particularly toxic form of dioxin. The Department of Veterans Affairs publishes the current monthly disability compensation tables here. Causes and Risk Factors of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, What Is Happening In Ohio? By April of 71, I had full blown thyroid and graves disease. I am the only member of my family to have had kidney stones (a period of over 30 years of occurences). Eligible veterans can receive an Agent Orange Registry Health Exam, free of charge. Agent Orange was a toxic herbicide that the U.S. military used during the Vietnam War. You CAN be service connected for neurapathy in lower extremeties years after Vietnam. That fort was closed by the EPA in 1999 due to the contaminination by Agent Orange, PCBs, and other chemicals dating back to 1935. Dioxin is a compound made from burning chlorine with carbon and hydrogen. He was a navigator on a KC135. I dont understand why males are not given the same consideration for passing on birth defects as women are. Philadelphia, PA: 1 International Plaza, Suite 550, Philadelphia, PA, 19113 If I get my congressman involved, that will put a hold on everything while congress takes a year or two to get the same information I already have. I agree. Symptoms of Parkinsonism include: Delayed movement Impaired speech Tremors Muscle rigidness We are in an A/O appeal and can always 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment (Blackhorse). If youre a veteran who served in the U.S. military during the Vietnam conflict between 1962 and 1975, you may have been exposed to the toxic herbicide if you: If you met any of the above criteria, contact your healthcare provider or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. I DIDNT KNOW I HAVE A DISEASE CALLED MM. Assign the higher evaluation (i.e. Exposure to dioxins can cause numerous health problems and diseases, such as cancer. not to know what that stuff they are spraying is going to effect all of us later nown the road. Served at herbicide test locations or storage facilities outside of Vietnam. Skin changes, including easy bruising, thickening and dark or purple patches around eyes. facilities Washington, D.C., East Orange, NJ, and Palo Alto, CA. This article provides a brief history of Agent Orange's role in the Vietnam War and discusses the long-term effects of exposure to the toxic dioxins in this herbicide. Check your PSA etc brothers and good health to you all! I just filed for medical bennies again last Saturdaywill probably be turned down yet again. While we still have our home base in Florida, My late hubby was exposed to Agent Orange. Swelling Now I, along with many others, are paying the price! I was given the information that it could be male or female vet that a child born with certain medical conditions could and should receive benefits. Veteran Army Captain John Kirby IV used the PTSD Coach app to cope, and helps other Veterans do the same. Every times he apply for claims, even all the proved of evidence is gave to them theyre always denied. Ive put up with all kinds of temper tantrums from this veteran I know for a fact most wives will not tolerate! There is no history in either my wife or my family of Spina Bifida. How the Train Derailment Pollution Could Harm Humans, How to Qualify for Social Security Benefits With Osteoporosis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome in U.S. Veterans, How Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Is Diagnosed. Read below for the list of diseases associated with Agent Orange! My husband is battling Agent Orange complications, but the VA is very difficult to deal with regarding increasing his disability rating. To qualify for presumptive VA benefits for Agent Orange exposure, you must be able to show: Army veterans who served on these installations may qualify if you were a military policeman or can otherwise provide evidence you were stationed around the security perimeter of these bases. Columbus, OH: 100 E. Campus View Boulevard, Suite #250, Columbus, OH, 43235 Some symptoms of an Agent Orange-related illness are: Fatigue Rashes or darkening of the skin Headaches Muscle or joint pain Respiratory issues Gastrointestinal concerns Heart disease Sleep issues Cancers Agent Orange presumptive conditions Doctors have linked Agent Orange exposure to many illnesses. Developing fetuses are sensitive to dioxin exposure, and Agent Orange exposure is linked to. My father is a Vietnam Vet and would like to get more info on the neurothopy problem as he too is being Cut back on his benefits from 40% to 10%. Ive been trying to get VA medical for years and keep getting turned down. Chloracne and porphyria cutanea tarda must be diagnosed within 1 year of exposure and be at least 10% disabling to qualify for presumptive VA disability and benefits. Dr. Ralph Erickson is an Army Veteran of the Gulf War (1990-91) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003). It is the combination of two herbicides, the chlorinated phenoxy acids of 2,4-D and 2,4,5-T. During the Vietnam War, U.S. forces sprayed Agent Orange and other powerful defoliants over large swathes of the Vietnamese landscape. Exposure to the herbicide causes Agent Orange effects, which include cancer, congenital (birth) disorders and life-threatening health complications. I filed a claim for unemployability because of my limitations and they ignore it. Fatigue. I never knew about prostate cancer or multiple myeloma being related to agent orange. Agent Orange exposure and VA disability compensation. I have health issues secondary to, and as a result of my diabetes. Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care, presumptive diseases of Agent Orange exposure, Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. if they worked on C-123 planes between 1969 and 1986. have hearing loss. Exposure to Agent Orange has also been linked to type 2 diabetes, heart disease, hormone disruption, and dysfunction in the muscular and immune systems. You served in the military in a location that exposed you to Agent Orange. If you do have an Agent Orange-related disability or health condition, you may receive free health care for those conditions through the Veterans Administration. Sometimes up to our arm pits. The good news for those who are discouraged is that, once the claim is filed, and in my case it took several years later and numerous examination visits by VA contract doctors to confirm and verify the conditions, I was awarded a settlement that was retroactive to the original claim date. He was 81 when he died and he had not had a PSA test in 3 years!! Served in Vietnam, Korean demilitarized zones or at Air Force bases in Thailand. There are several other medical conditions that appear to be strongly linked to Agent Orange exposure, but which have not yet been added to the presumptive list: Again, if you have any symptoms that are severe or that worry you, you should seek medical attention, either through the VA health care system or your own providers. Thank you. Maybehis full name I dont want anythings more worst happens to my husband conditions, Please Help! By Christopher Bergland My sister and I both had reproductive issues and had to have hysterectomy. My claim is now being processed. I have had prostate problems since being assigned to Avon Park. But, this Agent Orange Exposure is done by the government, but not willing help the families of the veteran. From years 1990 thru 2002, no ones have Ideas, whats lifes Ive been thru. Navigating the Veterans Affairs bureaucracy is notoriously difficult. Symptoms could include the following: Acne on your face, including blackheads. To date I have not been able to find information on what effect AO has on Women. Do not go through a VA rep file online yourself and make sure all documentation is sent in. AO was in our drinking water, coffee, and food0. Coincidence or consequence of Ft. diarrhea. Respectfully Yours, Susana G. msgie9@gmail.com, Its to get a lawyer!. Im glad he gets all of his medical care at the VA hospital in Topeka KS, but for me and my siblings, do not get help. new chemical trichloroethene-trichloroethylene. Tragically, exposure to Agent Orange and TCDD dioxins is associated with birth defects in exposed veterans children. I LOVE MY COUNTRY AND THE VETS THAT SERVED WITH ME IN NAM 65-66. Thats why its important to seek an experienced attorney with Veterans Affairs claims. Last reviewed by a Cleveland Clinic medical professional on 02/10/2023. This condition causes severe blemishes on the face, like nodules, cysts, and blackheads. A 2023 Guide to VA Disability Rates & Pay Schedules, Individual Unemployability Rating Calculator, List of Blue Water Navy Ships Exposed to Agent Orange (Interactive Vietnam Map), Social Security Disability Benefits Guide, Blood or blood clotting in urine (hematuria). Im also a Bluewater Navy Veteran. I truly feel you should be covered for your losses.. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). I have read many accounts of Vets who dubmitted a claim for problems with their kidneys. I have never had to wait more then 8 months for a claim to be processed. Some children of Vietnam veterans may be eligible for VA benefits if they're living with a permanent mental or physical disability linked to their parents' Agent Orange exposure. Get a Free Case Evaluation, health care system to receive a registry health exam, Agent Orange Babies: The Effects of Agent Orange on Veteran's Offspring, Agent Orange Presumptive Benefits and Presumptive Conditions. 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