Granted
The veteran's irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) rating was increased to 30%. The decision is based on symptoms including nausea, vomiting, alternating diarrhea and constipation, abdominal distress, and the need for continuous medication.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the veteran's symptoms most closely approximate the criteria for a 30 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7319.
- Claimed conditions
- irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- January 7, 2025
- Citation
- A25001315
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