Q: Can I get VA disability for glaucoma if I wasn’t diagnosed until after service, but had signs while I was in?

Answer:

Yes, it’s possible to get a VA disability rating for glaucoma even if you weren’t officially diagnosed while in the military. You’ll need solid evidence showing symptoms or eye issues started during service—things like blurry vision, headaches, or abnormal eye pressure in your medical records. If you can get a doctor (VA or private) to write a statement linking your current glaucoma to those in-service symptoms, your claim has a much better shot. Many vets have been approved this way. It all comes down to connecting the dots with medical evidence.