Nerve pain affecting the ilio-inguinal nerve in the lower abdomen and groin, which may cause sharp or burning sensations.
Medical records that describe how much nerve function you have lost or retained are central to this rating. Because the ilio-inguinal nerve is sensory, exam findings that document the nature of your pain, reduced sensation, or abnormal sensation in the groin and inner thigh area help show the degree of involvement. A VA or private examination that describes whether symptoms are mild, moderate, or severe — and whether they are constant or intermittent — directly ties to the rating criteria. Statements from you, family members, or coworkers that describe how nerve pain affects your ability to work, move, or carry out daily activities can help show functional impairment. Records noting any treatment tried and your response to it may also reflect the severity of the condition.
Conditions that are often caused or made worse by this one. If you have any of these, they may be claimable as secondary service connection.
