PSP Questions   Question #103       Does the VA recognize Topical Ulcer?  Which is known as Aden ulcer or jungle rot or macabre ulcer, and tropical phagedena as a service connection problem? A1:  If you can show the condition was acquired while in the military and it is currently a problem, you should be able to get this service connected. The problem is PROVING it happened.  Your word is not enough.  (RJ)  7/19/2016   A2:  About the only thing that is not compensable with the VA is Personality Disorders with exception of a PD caused by Traumatic Brain Injury.  You need to get your military medical records and submit your self to an examination by a Board Certified Dermatologist either in private practice or at the VA.  It would be preferably for a VA doctor to do it as they have access to all your medical information from both the military and the VA.  (PW)  7/19/2016   A3:  A decision to grant compensation has been approved for jungle rot. As with everything you must have all documents and letters in order. Please see VA file at http://www.va.gov/vetapp14/Files2/1417289.txt http://www.va.gov/vetapp14/Files2/1417289.txt  (MS)  7/19/2016   A4:  Yes they do with Vietnam era veterans.  (PW)  7/19/2016    A5:  Agent Orange Exposure must have been diagnosed within one year of last exposure or on active duty.  If you were treated while in the military service and have continued to have the disability then you need to file for the SC.  (CKP)  7/30/2016   If you can help please respond to this question. Full name: Email address: Comments:   Question #104   What are some tips to win compensation for Mild Depressive Disorder and PTSD?   A1:  In order to win, it is simple, you must prove the condition started while in the military or was caused by an event from your military history.  Additionally, you must have a current diagnosis.  Finally, you need to be able to tie the two things together.  Piece of cake.  (RJ)  7/19/2016   A2:  There are no tips, but you need to be diagnoses for each disorder by a Psychologist or Psychiatrist and either of the two must stated you have these problems as a result of military service.  (PW)  7/19/2016 A3:   In order to receive compensation for PTSD, you have to have a diagnosis by an M.D Doctor who practices Psychology and can certify that your condition is Chronic. Chronic is the key word. When you get this certification, then go to your local State VA Representative and file a claim.  (MS)  7/19/2016 A4:  1st the VA should diagnosis you. Also do the programs there. Note contact or outburst that involve hospitalization or police contact. If in military paperwork ant thing concerning mental ex. Depression moody SSD if psych rating is low enough would help. Plus a damn good rep. And last and most important where you do your exam.  (MW)  7/19/2016 A5:  Depression/dysthymia is a DSM V diagnosis which can also be service connected. PTSD is in the same category as Anxiety and Depression.  If you were treated or saw a psychiatrist while on active duty that is a help.  Next is to make sure that you have a current diagnosis and that there is a "NEXUS" to your military service.  Without being able to show that your current diagnosis is more likely than not related to your military service you most likely will not get service connection.  Again, Depression is not PTSD.  For PTSD you need to show a stressor that put you in fear of your life in a combat type situation.  If you are claiming PTSD due to a personal Assault you need to complete a 21-0789a.   If you can help please respond to this question. Full name: Email address: Comments:

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