The Board denied service connection for residuals of a sexually transmitted disease, denied an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent disabling for pseudofolliculitis barbae and seborrheic dermatitis, but granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support the claim that the Veteran's STD residuals were related to service or resulted in current disabilities. The Board found no credible medical evidence showing functional impairment due to an STD during or proximate to the claim.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a sexually transmitted disease, Pseudofolliculitis barbae and seborrheic dermatitis, Facial scars, nose and left eyebrow
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- March 20, 2025
- Citation
- A25026010
What this means for you
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What you can do next
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