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Entitlement to service connection for mild intermittent anemia is granted.

January 30, 2026Citation Nr. 26001428Docket 14-06 048va.gov source

  • service connection for mild intermittent anemiaGranted
DecisionAnalysis

Board reasoning

The Board found a current diagnosis of mild intermittent anemia and linked it to the service-connected IBS, resolving doubt in the claimant's favor. Prior VA examinations supported a causal relationship between anemia and IBS, and the Board determined the June 2024 opinion was inadequate, giving weight to earlier favorable evidence. The conclusion grants service connection for anemia due to IBS based on the balance of evidence and the preponderance of favorable medical opinions within the record.

Issues

  • service connection for mild intermittent anemiaGranted

Authorities

  • Wallin v. West, 11 Vet. App. 509addressed nexus requirements for secondary service connection.

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