Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) Board decisions

The Board granted service connection for left foot fungal conditions to include dermatophytosis, onychomycosis and tinea pedis based on the evidence showing a current disability, in-service incurrence of the condition, and continuous symptoms since service.

The veteran withdrew the appeals for higher initial ratings for psoriasis, and these claims are dismissed.

The Board denied a compensable evaluation for hypertension but granted a total disability evaluation due to individual unemployability (TDIU) from February 7, 2025.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection, as the evidence did not support a compensable rating or service connection.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for a low back disability, pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), and glaucoma.

The Board granted a 30 percent initial disability rating for the removal of the uterus due to cervical dysplasia and awarded special monthly compensation based on anatomical loss of use of a creative organ.

The appeal was dismissed due to the Veteran's passing during its pendency.

The Board granted an increased rating of 10 percent for pseudofolliculitis barbae, as the condition involves characteristic lesions involving at least 5 percent but less than 20 percent of exposed areas affected.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) as his service-connected disabilities, while severe, do not render him unable to obtain or maintain a gainful occupation.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for service connection for metatarsalgia, tinea pedis, and GERD.

The Board granted readjudication for the claims of service connection for left foot hallux valgus and tinea versicolor, but denied the claims for tinea corporis, tinea cruris, carbuncle, cyst, and scarring secondary to tinea versicolor.

The Board denied a compensable evaluation for pseudofolliculitis barbae, and denied ratings in excess of the current evaluations for left shoulder acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis and right knee strain with limitation of flexion and extension.

The Veteran's claim for specially adapted housing was denied as he does not meet the criteria due to his ability to independently ambulate with the use of braces.

The Board granted service connection for tinea pedis and tinea unguium of both feet, resolving reasonable doubt in the Veteran's favor.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance or housebound status due to her service-connected disabilities not meeting the criteria.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) and special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1114(s).

The Board granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, diagnosed as major depressive disorder with anxious distress, resolving reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran. The claims for onychomycosis and tinea pedis, right gastrocnemius tear, right shoulder pain, and TMJ joint pain and dysfunction were remanded.

The Board granted an initial rating of 10 percent for pseudofolliculitis barbae and remanded the claims for service connection for a lower back strain and sleep apnea.

The Board denied an increased rating for the Veteran's left knee and left shoulder disabilities, but granted a 10 percent rating for his bilateral tinea pedis.

The Board granted service connection for rosacea with rhinophyma and denied an increased rating for acne vulgaris with surface contour depressed on palpation.