The Veteran's service connection for colorectal polyps was granted, while the claims for right ear hearing loss and other conditions were denied or partially granted. The PTSD with alcohol use disorder with TBI received a 70 percent rating.

The deciding factor: The evidence supported the onset of colorectal polyps during active service but not for right ear hearing loss; the PTSD symptoms met criteria for a 70 percent rating prior to November 15, 2023.

Claimed conditions

colorectal polyps, right ear hearing loss, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with alcohol use disorder with TBI, allergic rhinitis, chronic sinusitis, recurrent bronchitis, also claimed as respiratory insufficiency dyspnea, left ear hearing loss

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

70%

Decision date

October 1, 2025

Citation

A25084550

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