The Veteran's Systemic Lupus Erythematosus was pre-existing and worsened during service, thus meeting the criteria for service connection.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's lupus was noted to have worsened during her active duty service, leading to permanent aggravation of the condition.
- Claimed conditions
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- How they argued it
- Aggravation of a pre-existing condition
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- April 2, 2026
- Citation
- A26030020
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Granted
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