Granted
The Board granted service connection for right shoulder strain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and assigned initial disability ratings for various conditions, including an acquired psychiatric disorder.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence showing that the Veteran's symptoms began during active service and have persisted since, with no other explanation provided for the current condition.
- Claimed conditions
- right shoulder strain, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 12, 2025
- Citation
- A25097840
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