The Board granted service connection for peptic ulcer disease, tinnitus, and GERD as secondary to the peptic ulcer disease. The claims for anemia and left knee strain were remanded.
The deciding factor: The evidence was in approximate balance regarding the onset of peptic ulcer disease during active duty for training, and continuity of symptoms thereafter. Tinnitus was supported by the Veteran's lay statements and medical records indicating exposure to hazardous noise.
- Claimed conditions
- Peptic ulcer disease, Tinnitus, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- May 19, 2025
- Citation
- A25044549
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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