The Veteran's clothing allowance claims for topical hemorrhoid medication and capsaicin and lidocaine cream in 2015 have been denied due to lack of evidence showing irreparable damage to outer garments.,VA determined that the medications prescribed for knee conditions did not meet the criteria for a clothing allowance as they were not used for skin conditions.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's topical hemorrhoid medication was found not to cause irreparable damage to his outergarments, and the capsaicin and lidocaine cream prescribed for knee osteoarthritis did not meet the criteria for a clothing allowance as it was not used for skin conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- Hemorrhoids, Left Knee Osteoarthritis, Right Knee Osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 9, 2022
- Citation
- 22027172
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- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal for an increased evaluation of his hemorrhoids, so the case is dismissed.
- Denied
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- Denied
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal for higher ratings for his right knee disability is remanded due to the need for additional medical evidence and consideration of medication effects.
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