Granted

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and she is now entitled to benefits for uterine fibroids status post hysterectomy, vaginal ulcer, and supraventricular arrhythmia with episodic tachycardia.,Service connection has also been granted for a vaginal disability, including external vaginal ulcers, recurrent yeast infections, and uterine fibroids status post hysterectomy.

The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran experienced various vaginal issues during service, which led to her need for a hysterectomy. The Board found that these conditions are related to active duty.,Service records show episodes of tachycardia and other heart-related symptoms, leading the VA examiners to conclude that the Veteran's current condition is linked to her military service.

Claimed conditions: uterine fibroids status post hysterectomy, vaginal ulcer, supraventricular arrhythmia with episodic tachycardia (heart disability)
How they argued it: Not specified
Exposure basis: None
Rating assigned: None in this decision
Decision date: April 6, 2020
Citation: 20023508

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Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's request for an earlier effective date for her service connection award of uterine fibroids status post hysterectomy, as it is not warranted due to the lack of a prior claim before March 30, 2016.

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