This is a response back to me from the VA pertaining to my claim for increase of benefits. Its in regards to my Ischemic heart disease. Has anyone ever ran into this problem?

Request 1
Needed from you - due in a month
We may consider that your is associated with dioxin exposure if you send us scientific or medical evidence showing that your claimed condition is medically associated with dioxin exposures. If your doctor has expressed an opinion regarding the relationship of your claimed condition to dioxin exposure, send us that opinion, the reasons and bases for that opinion, and the clinical treatment records. In addition, the doctor should provide literature that supports the opinion. Literature may consist of scientific or medical journal articles, etc., that support the doctor's opinion that your exposure is related to the currently diagnosed condition.


I really doubt that my Cardiologist has time to do all the research and write a letter for me. Any suggestions?