The Board has granted a 30 percent evaluation for the veteran's eczema and atopic dermatitis of the hands, torso, and legs since June 16, 1995. The condition is characterized by lichenification, hyperpigmentation, pruritus, and varying severity.
The deciding factor: The veteran's skin condition was found to be severe enough to warrant a 30 percent evaluation based on the symptoms described in his medical records and examination reports.
- Claimed conditions
- eczema, atopic dermatitis
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- May 23, 2001
- Citation
- 0115204
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