IBS & irritable bowel decisions — 2026

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to pre-decisional duty to assist errors. The VA will obtain medical opinions regarding the relationship between the claimed conditions and service-connected bilateral hearing loss, as well as a TERA examination for frequent urination.

The Veteran's fibromyalgia, GERD, and IBS have been granted service connection due to the presumption of exposure in Southwest Asia.,Service connection for erectile dysfunction has not been granted.

The Veteran's initial compensable rating for hypertension was denied.,Service connection for a bone density disability, iron deficiency anemia, IBS, migraines, sleep apnea, left shoulder disability, and right shoulder disability were all denied.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed disabilities, including back disability and left leg disability, do not meet the criteria for service connection based on evidence of record. The appeal is REMANDED to allow further development.

The Veteran's migraine headaches and IBS are granted service connection, with the TMD rating being granted an initial 30% from January 10, 2019.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including lumbar spondylosis and other conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea and irritable bowel syndrome, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board has remanded the case due to a lack of an adequate medical opinion regarding the Veteran's digestive disorder and its relationship to service, including presumed exposure to toxic substances.

The Veteran's irritable bowel syndrome is rated at a maximum of 30 percent, effective December 20, 2024.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development regarding his claims of service connection.,No specific rating was assigned, and the Veteran's conditions are currently rated at various levels.

The Veteran's claims for service connection of IBS and impairment of rectal sphincter control, as well as his initial rating for IBS, have been granted with effective dates set at July 7, 2022.,The Veteran is also entitled to special monthly compensation (SMC) at the housebound level due to his service-connected PTSD.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for service connection for an intestinal disability (claimed as irritable bowel syndrome) due to a pre-existing condition, and ordered that he be scheduled for a medical examination to assess his current condition.

The Board has remanded multiple claims for service connection due to the need for additional evidence and examination, including for conditions such as cervical spine disability, lumbar spine disability, irritable bowel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, chronic fatigue syndrome, left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, sinus condition, psoriatic arthritis, anemia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

The Board dismissed the appeal for a rating increase for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) because the appellant requested to withdraw her appeal.

The Board has restored service connection for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and remanded the issue of service connection for Crohn's Disease.

The Veteran's claims for bowel disorder (IBS) and bladder disorder (urinary incontinence) have been granted as new and relevant evidence has been received.,The Veteran's claim for lung disability, characterized as pleural thickening and bronchiectasis, secondary to tuberculosis, is remanded.

The appeals for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and hypertension have been dismissed. The appeal for a mental health disorder, to include alcohol dependence, has been remanded.

The Veteran withdrew all his appeals regarding irritable bowel syndrome, bilateral flat feet (also claimed as calluses), and a higher rating for GERD before the Board could make a decision.

The Veteran is found to be in need of regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected disabilities, including a right foot disability. The Board grants SMC based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Board has granted service connection for right and left knee disabilities, as well as IBS. Bilateral hearing loss is denied.

The Veteran's IBS and chronic diarrhea are found to be related to his service in the Southwest Asia theater, specifically his exposure to burn pits. The Board granted service connection for these conditions based on presumptive service connection under the PACT Act.