The veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction is currently rated at 20 percent, which does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation.,The veteran's service-connected acrochordon, axillae and in the groin area with tinea infection of the left knee, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis is currently rated at 10 percent, which also does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The veteran's diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction has been well controlled despite some non-compliance with dietary guidelines. However, his activities are not regulated as a result of this condition alone, and thus do not warrant a higher rating.,The veteran's acrochordon axillae in the groin area with tinea infection of the left knee, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis has been treated effectively. The current 10 percent evaluation adequately reflects the severity of his condition.
- Claimed conditions
- Diabetes Mellitus with Erectile Dysfunction, Acrochordon, axillae and in the groin area with tinea infection of the left knee, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- April 12, 2007
- Citation
- 0710876
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