The Veteran's ulcerative colitis has been manifested by moderate symptoms, with infrequent exacerbations such as abdominal cramping, diarrhea, blood in his stools, and constipation. The criteria for a rating in excess of 10 percent have not been met.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's ulcerative colitis was manifested by moderate symptoms, including occasional diarrhea and constipation, but no severe exacerbations or complications that would warrant a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Ulcerative Colitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- October 13, 2015
- Citation
- 1543790
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