Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for eczematous dermatitis prurigo nodularis was denied as the evidence did not show systemic manifestations associated with the skin condition.,The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for his 60 percent rating for eczematous dermatitis prurigo nodularis was denied because the increase in disability occurred more than one year prior to the date of claim.,Service connection for a depressive disorder was granted, and service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as secondary to the depressive disorder was also granted.,The claims to reopen service connection for cervical spine, low back, and right knee disabilities were denied due to lack of new and material evidence.,Hypertension, prostate cancer, anemia, and peripheral neuropathy of the left upper extremity, left lower extremity, and right lower extremity were all denied as not incurred or aggravated by service or exposure to herbicide agents.

Service connection for undiagnosed joint pain, lumbar spine disorder, left inguinal hernia, and skin disorder is denied.,The Veteran's claims for PTSD, anxiety, and major depressive disorder are remanded.

The Board dismissed the appeals for service connection for chronic irritable bowel syndrome and eczema as the Veteran withdrew her appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a facial skin disability is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical opinions and treatment records. The claim for reopening of his previous denial of facial rash is granted.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the Veteran's death, and no service connection was granted for any of the conditions or issues.

The Veteran's service connection claims for tinea versicolor, malaria, and left ear hearing loss were granted. The right ear hearing loss claim resulted in a non-compensable rating being increased to 20 percent effective from August 15, 2017.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for left leg numbness, right leg numbness, and right knee disorder have been denied.,Service connection has also been granted for tinea cruris.

The claims for service connection for left leg numbness, right leg numbness, and a left knee disorder are denied.,The claim of service connection for tinea cruris is granted.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance due to service-connected disabilities was denied as there is no evidence that her conditions render her bedridden or unable to care for herself without assistance.

The Veteran's claims for tinnitus, left knee disability, and folliculitis were granted effective January 17, 2017.,Claims for higher ratings for tinnitus, left knee disability, and folliculitis remain denied.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claims of service connection for right and left knee disability, chronic tinea pedis, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus should be remanded due to insufficient evidence. The AOJ is instructed to obtain relevant medical records and assist the Veteran in identifying his military occupational specialty and any noise exposure during service.

The Veteran's claim for a left arm disability is denied as the evidence does not support a finding that any current left arm condition began during service or is otherwise related to an in-service injury.,The Veteran's tinnitus has been granted as it is related to his active service.,The Veteran's claims for a back disability, eye disability, skin disability (including rash, scabies, nevus, and eczema), and herpes simplex virus are all remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and examinations.,The Veteran has not provided sufficient evidence or argument to establish service connection for any of his claimed conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development regarding his claims for increased ratings of chronic acid-dyspepsia disorder and bilateral tinea pedis with corns.

The Board has granted the petition to reopen the previously denied claim for service connection for dermatitis and neurodermatitis. The Veteran's preexisting skin condition was not permanently aggravated beyond its natural progression during active service.

The Board has remanded the claims for eczema, sleep apnea, and low back muscle strain due to insufficient evidence in some areas. The Veteran is to be provided with VA examinations to determine if his conditions are related to service.

The Board has dismissed all pending appeals due to the appellant's withdrawal of his claims.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary for the Veteran's claims, including obtaining VA treatment records from Miami, Florida and private treatment records from Dr. R.B.S., as well as verifying his periods of active duty reserve service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for gastrointestinal disorder and hidradenitis/folliculitis due to new VA treatment records being associated with his case.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for various conditions, including a lumbar disorder, right hip disorder, skin disorder, acquired psychiatric disorders, and hypertension. The VA is instructed to obtain relevant medical records and conduct further examinations and opinions as needed.

The Veteran's tinea pedis is rated under 38 C.F.R. § 4.118, Diagnostic Code (DC) 7813 and the Board has ordered a remand to determine if his treatment with topical medications like Clobetasol, Benadryl, and Clotrimazole constitutes systemic therapy.