The veteran's hidradenitis of both axillae and inner thighs, with secondary yeast infections and encroachment of the right neurovascular bundle, is not rated higher than 50 percent. The veteran's headaches are not rated higher than 30 percent. The veteran's scarring of the right and left axilla are each rated at 10 percent. The veteran's diarrhea is not rated higher than 10 percent.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence does not support a rating in excess of 50 percent for hidradenitis, as it is characterized by ulceration or extensive exfoliation or crusting and systemic or nervous manifestations. Headaches are evaluated based on frequency and duration, with the veteran's headaches occurring several times per month but not being prostrating attacks. The scarring of both axillae is rated at 10 percent each due to its well-healed nature and hyperpigmentation. Diarrhea is characterized by moderate disability with frequent episodes of bowel disturbance.
- Claimed conditions
- Encroachment of the right neurovascular bundle, Hidradenitis Suppurativa of both axillae and inner thighs, Secondary yeast infections
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 26, 2006
- Citation
- 0618775
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