The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for a stomach disorder and finds that there is sufficient evidence to establish that his current symptoms are related to his active military service. The Board also finds that he does not have Barrett's esophagus, as it is not considered a disability for VA compensation purposes.
The deciding factor: The Veteran has provided competent lay testimony regarding the onset of his stomach disorder during service and continuity since service. His medical records show treatment for symptoms consistent with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), which he claims to have had since service. The Board finds that his current diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus is not a compensable disability.
- Claimed conditions
- Stomach Disorder (diagnosed as functional indigestion by history), Barrett's esophagus, Esophagitis, Gastritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 23, 2011
- Citation
- 1111519
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- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for service connection for Barrett's esophagus and a compensable disability rating for gastroesophageal reflux disease has been dismissed as the appellant requested to withdraw his appeals.
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