The Veteran's bilateral dry eyes syndrome with chronic blepharitis and meibomian glands dysfunction is granted an initial increased rating to 20 percent, effective October 7, 2021.
The deciding factor: The VA Eye Conditions examination report endorsed a disorder of the lacrimal apparatus (to include epiphora, dacryocystitis, etc.) and noted bilateral tear film decrease causing disturbance of cornea.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral dry eyes syndrome, chronic bilateral blepharitis, bilateral Meibomian glands dysfunction
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- September 6, 2024
- Citation
- A24053691
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