The Board has addressed the claims of entitlement to service connection for degenerative disc disease of the spine, an initial compensable evaluation for herpes, a compensable evaluation for pseudofolliculitis barbae and residuals of hepatitis, and an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for postoperative residuals, right foot and right great toe with degenerative changes. The claims are REMANDED to the RO via the Appeals Management Center (AMC), in Washington, D.C.
The deciding factor: The veteran's left knee disability picture involves arthritis and instability that necessitates the use of ambulatory aids.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative disc disease of the spine, Herpes, Pseudofolliculitis barbae, Residuals of hepatitis, Left knee arthritis with instability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 29, 2007
- Citation
- 0727004
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- Granted
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- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for herpes, finding that the Veteran's current diagnosis is etiologically related to his in-service diagnosis of herpes genitalis.
- Denied
The Veteran's need for regular aid and attendance due to service-connected disabilities has not been established, as he can use assistive devices to dress himself and maintain cleanliness of appearance.
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