The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for eczema of the hands, neck, and groin as the evidence showed that the condition affected less than 5 percent of his entire body and less than 5 percent of his exposed area and was managed through topical therapy that is not systemic in nature.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's eczema did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating as it affected less than 5% of his body and exposed areas, and required no more than topical therapy.

Claimed conditions

eczema of the hands, neck, and groin

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

October 1, 2025

Citation

25012308

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