The Veteran's initial claim for an increased rating for disseminated strongyloides infection was denied. Separate ratings were granted for gastrointestinal symptoms, weakness and fatigue symptoms, urinary incontinence, and respiratory symptoms. The Veteran also received a TDIU from February 1, 2014, and SMC at the housebound rate prior to November 1, 2013.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's active disseminated strongyloides infection resolved in October 2013. The Board found that he had no active disease during the period on appeal but did have residual gastrointestinal symptoms, weakness and fatigue issues, urinary issues, and respiratory issues which were rated under appropriate diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Disseminated Strongyloides Infection, Persistent Depressive Disorder, Mitral Valve Regurgitation with Valvular Disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- November 30, 2021
- Citation
- 21071577
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