DC 7326 — Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease
Also known as: Crohn's, Enterocolitis, chronic, Inflammatory bowel
These are commonly claimed secondary connections linked to this primary disability. Use them as a screening tool for conversations with your doctor, VSO, or VA-accredited attorney.
Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease → Generalized anxiety disorder
How the connection is commonly explained
Crohn's causes severe anxiety through fear of flares, urgency episodes, and concern about complications and surgery.
Filing tip
File anxiety as secondary to Crohn's with mental health and GI records.
Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease → Iron deficiency anemia
How the connection is commonly explained
Crohn's disease commonly causes anemia through chronic blood loss, malabsorption, and inflammation.
Filing tip
File anemia as secondary to Crohn's with lab results.
Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease → Major depressive disorder
How the connection is commonly explained
Crohn's disease causes depression through chronic pain, fatigue, surgical interventions, and social isolation from unpredictable flares.
Filing tip
File depression as secondary to Crohn's. The gut-brain axis connection is well-documented in medical literature.
Crohn's disease or undifferentiated form of inflammatory bowel disease → Degenerative arthritis, other than post-traumatic
How the connection is commonly explained
Crohn's disease and its treatment with corticosteroids can trigger arthritis and joint inflammation.
Filing tip
File arthritis as secondary to Crohn's. Document steroid use history and joint symptom onset.
How to File a Secondary Claim
Disclaimer: Secondary connections shown are based on commonly established medical links. Individual claims require medical evidence. Consult a VSO or VA-accredited attorney.