Service connection for a chronic gastrointestinal disorder, gallbladder condition, pre-cancer polyps and colon problems, and gum disease are granted. The Veteran's right shoulder injury, right elbow limitation of flexion, right elbow limitation of pronation, and right elbow limitation of extension ratings are remanded.
The deciding factor: The Veteran provided credible testimony regarding the onset and recurrence of his symptoms related to these conditions during service at Camp Lejeune.
- Claimed conditions
- chronic gastrointestinal disorder, gallbladder condition, pre-cancer polyps and colon problems, gum disease
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- Camp Lejeune water
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 23, 2022
- Citation
- 22065592
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