Service connection for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DMII) and its associated peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities has been granted.,Service connection for Dermatitis of the bilateral upper and lower extremities is denied.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's service treatment records did not note any issues with dermatitis during his active duty service, leading to a presumption of soundness upon entry. There was no clear and unmistakable evidence indicating pre-existing dermatitis prior to service.

Claimed conditions

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How they argued it

Not specified

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

April 30, 2019

Citation

19133549