The Veteran's initial compensable evaluation for lymphedema with post-infectious dermatitis of the right leg was denied. A 10 percent evaluation, but no higher, was granted for residual scarring from post-infectious dermatitis of the right leg.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that the Veteran's skin disability required intermittent systemic therapy or topical therapy as contemplated by Diagnostic Code 7806.
- Claimed conditions
- Lymphedema, Post-infectious dermatitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 23, 2026
- Citation
- A26015936
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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