GERD & PTSD in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know
Episode description
Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses the relationship between GERD & PTSD in VA Disability.
Leah discusses the relationship between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and PTSD, especially in the context of veterans' affairs and disability claims. GERD is characterized by symptoms like heartburn, coughing, and nausea due to the malfunction of the esophageal sphincter. Leah explores how GERD can be directly connected to military service if diagnosed and treated during service. Additionally, she discusses the potential secondary connection between GERD and mental health disorders, particularly PTSD, citing various studies that demonstrate a link between emotional state and esophageal function. She mentions articles that explore the intersection of GERD with sleep quality, depression, and anxiety. Furthermore, she briefly touches upon the VA disability rating system for GERD, explaining the criteria for different ratings and addressing the common query about simultaneous ratings for GERD and IBS.
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