Partly granted
The Board granted service connection for herpes simplex virus (HSV) and denied service connection for a right thumb scar. The left foot condition was remanded for further examination.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence of record, including medical examinations and lay statements regarding the onset and progression of the conditions during service.
- Claimed conditions
- scar, distal 1st right metacarpal (right thumb scar), herpes simplex virus (HSV)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 5, 2025
- Citation
- A25010406
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