Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal for an increased evaluation for his service-connected dermatitis of the back and right forearm has been withdrawn.

The Veteran's urticaria and eczema were found to be related to service, while his PTSD was not rated higher than 70 percent.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's pseudofolliculitis barbae of the face and neck did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating. The Board found that his left eye condition with peripheral vision loss is more likely due to diabetes mellitus, which is non-service-connected.

The Veteran's service-connected dermatitis was not shown to meet the criteria for a compensable rating prior to May 21, 2012. From May 21, 2012 through July 17, 2013, the condition did not warrant a rating in excess of 10 percent. Effective July 18, 2013, the Veteran's dermatitis was not shown to meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 30 percent.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a skin disability, claimed as pseudofolliculitis barbae, is being remanded due to the need for additional development and consideration of Persian Gulf War service under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1117 and 38 C.F.R. § 3.317.

The Veteran's claims are being remanded for a video-conference hearing and further development. The first issue is whether new evidence has been received to reopen his claim of service connection for lateral epicondylitis of the left elbow. The second issue is seeking an increased evaluation for dermatitis in both hands.

The Board has ordered a remand to obtain additional VA treatment records and provide the Veteran with examinations for his bilateral pes planus and bilateral foot dermatitis. The appeal is currently in remanded status.

The Board denied service connection for a right hand disability (arthritis) and a skin disability, including as secondary to herbicide exposure. The examiner found no current chronic disabilities related to service.

The Veteran's pseudofolliculitis barbae is not shown to cover at least 5% of the entire body or exposed areas, and does not require intermittent systemic treatment such as corticosteroids. Therefore, his claim for an initial compensable rating has been denied.

The Veteran's service-connected depression is found to be the primary cause of his sleep disorder and chronic fatigue, which are granted as secondary to this condition.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for further development, including obtaining updated VA examination reports and Social Security Administration (SSA) records. The Veteran is seeking an increased rating for PTSD and a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied service connection for a skin disorder, finding no evidence of current disability related to service. The Veteran's claim is being remanded due to inadequate examination report.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current skin disability and therefore, service connection for a skin disability is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected eczematoid dermatitis is currently evaluated at a 10 percent rating. The Board finds that the current symptomatology does not warrant an increased evaluation as it only involves topical therapy and affects less than 5% of his body or exposed areas.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional VA outpatient treatment records and to schedule the Veteran for appropriate VA examinations to assess the current level of severity of his disabilities.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis are not related to his service, including exposure to herbicides. The evidence does not support a finding of direct service connection.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD, depression, and psoriasis. The evidence received since the last denial indicates that the Veteran may have developed a skin condition related to his military service, including exposure to herbicides. However, the claim remains pending as further development is required.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to ensure there is a complete record upon which to decide the Veteran's claim for service connection for a skin disorder, including consideration of direct service connection and potential exposure to herbicides.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and providing the Veteran with appropriate notice of how to substantiate a claim for entitlement to TDIU.