Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) decisions — 2026

The Veteran's asthma was rated at 30 percent prior to December 5, 2019 and at 60 percent thereafter. The Board found that a higher rating is not warranted.,The Veteran's dermatophytosis did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating.

The Veteran's depressive disorder, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and left foot plantar fasciitis have been granted service connection as secondary to his service-connected bilateral hearing loss and degenerative joint disease of the lumbar spine.

The Veteran's psoriasis disability is rated at a maximum of 60 percent due to constant or near-constant systemic therapy, including biologic injections. No other conditions or issues are addressed in the decision.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, hemorrhoids, and bilateral knee arthritis have been granted service connection. The back pain and PFB claims are denied.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating in excess of 10 percent for scalp folliculitis is being remanded due to the need for a supplemental opinion regarding the severity of his condition during flare-ups.

The Veteran's appeals for skin disability, tinea pedis and onychomycosis of the bilateral foot, neck disability, low back disability, right knee disability, and acquired psychiatric disability have been dismissed. The Board has found that the Veteran withdrew his appeal as to these issues prior to a decision being made.

The Veteran's appeal seeking a compensable rating for his skin disability prior to January 28, 2020, and in excess of 30 percent, thereafter is dismissed under the modernized system. The increased rating claim remains pending before the Board under the legacy system.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hallux valgus and bilateral pes planus, finding that the evidence is at least evenly balanced as to whether these conditions had their onset in service. Service connection was denied for left foot peripheral neuropathy, right foot peripheral neuropathy, psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the failure to attend scheduled VA examinations. Rescheduled VA examinations will be conducted to determine the current severity of his service-connected conditions and the nature and etiology of his claimed conditions.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, deviated septum, and obstructive sleep apnea have been denied. The Veteran has had his service-connected hypothyroidism granted with an effective date of February 13, 2023. His liver disability and eczema claims are remanded.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and examinations. The issues include respiratory condition, tension headaches, OSA, PFB, and bilateral knee strain.

The Veteran's claims for dental disability, herpes simplex virus, and hypercholesterolemia were denied. The claim for steroid acne was granted.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and ratings were dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeal seeking service connection for bronchitis, hypertension, and a compensable rating for tinea pedis prior to the promulgation of a decision.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings and service connection have been dismissed due to his death during the appeal process.

The Veteran was found to be precluded from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation prior to August 29, 2024 due to her service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's tinea pedis of the bilateral feet is remanded for further examination and opinion to determine if it is related to service, specifically his conceded exposure to environmental hazards during his service in Southwest Asia.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety disorder with depressive disorder and sleep disorder, is granted as secondary to service-connected disability. Service connection for acne is denied due to lack of aggravation during active service. The left knee condition is remanded.

The Veteran's pseudofolliculitis barbae is found to have begun in service and the Board grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for eczema was dismissed due to a procedural defect.

The Veteran's skin disorder and headache disorder are granted service connection. The remaining claims, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sinusitis, and lumbar spine disorder, are remanded for further development.