Vaginal Disease or Injury — VA Disability Rating (DC 7611)
Diagnostic Code 7611 · 38 CFR §4.116
What Is It?
DC 7611 covers diseases and injuries affecting the vagina, including chronic infections, scarring, structural changes from injury or surgery, and conditions causing persistent pain or dysfunction. Veterans may develop these conditions from injuries during service, complications from military medical procedures, infections acquired in service environments, or as a result of military sexual trauma. The VA rates the condition using the General Rating Formula for Disease, Injury, or Adhesions of Female Reproductive Organs.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 30% | Symptoms are not controlled by continuous treatment. Despite ongoing treatment, symptoms persist and affect daily functioning. |
| 10% | Symptoms require continuous treatment. Ongoing medication or regular medical management is needed to control symptoms. |
| 0% | Symptoms do not require continuous treatment. The condition is present but manageable without ongoing medication. |
Evidence Needed
Gynecological records documenting the diagnosis and treatment history are necessary. Lab results confirming infections or other objective findings support the claim. Records of any surgical procedures or treatments during service establish the timeline. Current treatment records showing ongoing symptoms and their frequency help demonstrate severity. A medical opinion linking the condition to service is valuable when the connection is not self-evident.
C&P Exam Tips
Describe your symptoms clearly, including pain, discharge, or any other problems. Explain how often you experience flare-ups and how long they last. Tell the examiner about every treatment you have tried and whether it helped. Mention any impact on your ability to work, exercise, or manage daily routines. You can request a female examiner if preferred.
How to File
Submit VA Form 21-526EZ identifying the condition under DC 7611. Attach service medical records showing onset or aggravation during service. Include current treatment records and any specialist evaluations. If the condition is related to military sexual trauma, review the special evidence provisions — you may use statements from counselors, chaplains, or others you told about the incident.
Common Mistakes
Under-reporting symptoms because of discomfort discussing them Not seeking regular treatment, which the VA may interpret as the condition being mild Missing the connection between a service event and the current condition
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a current diagnosis to file?
Yes, you need a current diagnosis of the condition you are claiming. If your condition was treated in service but you have not seen a doctor recently, schedule an appointment to get a current evaluation before filing.
Can men file under this diagnostic code?
DC 7611 specifically covers vaginal conditions. However, analogous conditions in male veterans would be rated under different diagnostic codes appropriate to the affected anatomy.