The Veteran's recurrent pharyngitis, previously characterized as post-tonsillectomy residuals, is now rated at a 10 percent disability level. The condition is accompanied by hoarseness and inflammation of the throat.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's recurrent pharyngitis was found to be analogous to chronic laryngitis (DC 6516), warranting a 10 percent rating based on hoarseness and inflammation of the mucous membrane.
- Claimed conditions
- recurrent pharyngitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 4, 2026
- Citation
- A26010375
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- Remanded (sent back)
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