Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) Board decisions

The Board denied a higher rating for the Veteran's pseudofolliculitis barbae, maintaining the current 10% disability evaluation.

The Veteran's bilateral pes planus/plantar fasciitis/hallux valgus was rated at 10 percent prior to June 30, 2010. Beginning on that date, the disability is rated at 30 percent.

The Veteran's skin disabilities, including acne vulgaris, hydradenitis suppurativa, and cellulitis of the scalp, are not service connected as they were not diagnosed during or within one year after his presumed exposure to herbicide agents. The Board finds that service connection is denied for these conditions.

The Veteran's claim for increased evaluations and service connection was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher rating for onychomycosis and tinea pedis, as it only involved 2% of total body surface.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, finding that none were incurred or aggravated by his active military service and no presumption of exposure to herbicides applied.

The Veteran's appeal was denied for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and tinea pedis. The Board confirmed the 30 percent evaluation for PTSD from June 6, 2000 to January 20, 2001, granted a 100 percent evaluation for PTSD from January 26, 2001 to October 23, 2002, and again granted a 70 percent evaluation for PTSD from February 1, 2003 to June 28, 2004. The case was remanded multiple times due to procedural issues.

The Veteran's service-connected PFB was reduced to a non-compensable rating, and the claim for restoration of a separate compensable rating is granted.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional evidence and a VA examination.

The Veteran's skin disability, including chloracne and lichen planus, is being remanded for further examination to determine if it is related to service or presumed Agent Orange exposure.

The Board has determined that further development is required, including scheduling the Veteran for a Travel Board hearing. The appeal will be remanded to the RO.

The Veteran seeks service connection for a skin disorder of the feet, alleging that he developed onychomycosis as a result of his combat service in Vietnam. The VA examiner found no evidence linking the current condition to active duty.

The Veteran's initial compensable rating for dermatitis and pitted keratolysis of the feet was denied prior to August 24, 2009. From that date, his claim for a higher rating was also denied.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining medical records from Dr. Stone and arranging a dermatology examination of the Veteran.

The Board finds that the Veteran's psoriasis is likely due to his service, including his time in Vietnam. The claim for service connection is granted.

The Board has ordered a remand to obtain additional medical evidence and determine the nature and etiology of the Veteran's right foot disorders. The case will be returned for further action.

The Veteran's skin condition, tinea cruris and corporis, was found to have been aggravated by service. The Veteran also has a current diagnosis of PTSD related to fear of hostile enemy activity during service.,Service connection is granted for the Veteran's tinea cruris and corporis as they were aggravated by service and for his PTSD due to a stressor in service.

The Board found that there is no evidence of a skin rash in service and no continuity of symptoms following service discharge. The Veteran's statements regarding the onset and continuity of his skin rash are not credible, and the VA examiner's opinion based on an accurate history is highly probative.

The Board denied service connection for tinea pedis, tinea cruris, and a chronic disability manifested by headaches. The Veteran's current conditions are not related to his military service.

The Veteran's dyshidrotic eczema, affecting less than 20% of exposed areas and requiring intermittent use of topical medications like steroid creams, is currently rated at 10 percent from May 27, 2008.

The Veteran's claims are being remanded for further development, including obtaining photographs from his November 2010 VA examination and scheduling a new VA examination to assess the current severity of his service-connected PFB.