Granted
The veteran's claim for service connection for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has been granted on a presumptive basis due to their service in Southwest Asia.
The deciding factor: The veteran is presumed to have IBS due to his service in Southwest Asia under the regulations for Persian Gulf War veterans.
- Claimed conditions
- irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Gulf War
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 14, 2025
- Citation
- A25002978
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