IBS & irritable bowel decisions — 2025

The Board granted an initial rating of 30 percent, but no higher, for the Veteran's service-connected headaches and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The Board denied a rating in excess of 10 percent for hypertension and remanded the claims for service connection for lumbosacral strain, right ankle sprain with residual intermittent pain, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), erectile dysfunction (ED), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), plantar fasciitis, and left leg nerve disorder.

The Board granted increased ratings for irritable bowel syndrome, back condition, and asthma, restoring or assigning higher ratings based on the evidence of record.

The Veteran requested to withdraw her pending claims for proposed reductions in ratings for service-connected conditions, and the Board has dismissed these appeals.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection and increased ratings, as no new and material evidence was received prior to April 27, 2022.

The Board granted a 30 percent initial evaluation for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) based on weekly episodes of diarrhea with abdominal pain, the inability to control the timing of his bowel movements, and occasional accidents or incontinence.

The Board denied a rating in excess of 40 percent for bilateral hearing loss and a rating in excess of 10 percent for tinnitus. The claims for service connection for various disabilities, including psychiatric conditions, lumbosacral spine disability, sleep apnea, pulmonary disease, esophageal issues, ulcers, intestinal problems, thyroid disorders, vertigo, headaches, TDIU, and special monthly compensation were remanded.

The Board granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and gastrointestinal reflux disease, but denied service connection for irritable bowel syndrome, epistaxis, sinusitis, diabetic right foot with fifth toe removal, and diabetic left foot with fifth toe removal. The decision also denied a compensable rating for migraine headaches.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection, remanding some issues for further development.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for the flu, frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs), and an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The lumbosacral strain claim was remanded for further development.

The Board granted service connection for a right shoulder disability and remanded claims for service connection for a lumbar spine disability, irritable bowel syndrome, and sleep apnea due to the need for further evidence.

The Board remands the claims for service connection for various conditions, including knee disorders, headaches, respiratory disorder, gastrointestinal disorder, and erectile dysfunction, due to further development needed.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for irritable bowel syndrome and urinary frequency, finding no evidence of current disability or a link to service.

The Board denied the Veteran's August 2023 Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits (VA Form 21-526EZ) as it was the incorrect form to file when seeking to reopen previously denied claimed disorders.

The Board denied an effective date prior to March 28, 2022, for the grant of a 30 percent rating for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and also denied referral for an extraschedular rating.

The Board granted service connection for irritable bowel syndrome and remanded the claims for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Board denied service connection for the veteran's claimed gastrointestinal disorder, hypertension, upper respiratory disorder, right wrist disorder, and obstructive sleep apnea as there was no evidence to support a causal relationship between these conditions and her active service.

The Board granted a 30 percent disability rating for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and denied service connection for a right knee condition.

The Board remands the claims for service connection for a left low back injury, Crohn's disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and colon cancer for further development, including scheduling VA examinations.

The appellant is not eligible for payment of attorney fees based on past-due benefits awarded in the February 2020 rating decision that granted service connection for IBS and residuals of cholecystectomy.