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§ 4.88b Schedule of ratings—infectious diseases, immune disorders and nutritional deficiencies.

Campylobacter jejuni infection

A bacterial infection causing diarrhea and gastrointestinal symptoms.

What the rating means

Campylobacter jejuni infection is rated under the General Rating Formula for Infectious Diseases. While the disease is active, VA rates it at 100%. Once the active disease has resolved, VA rates the infection itself at 0%. Any residual disability — meaning lasting health problems caused by the infection — is rated separately under whichever body system it affects. The regulation names examples of residuals, including Guillain-Barré syndrome, reactive arthritis, and uveitis, but the list is not limited to those conditions. VA also considers long-term health effects potentially associated with Campylobacter jejuni as listed in 38 CFR § 3.317(d) when evaluating your claim.

Evidence that helps

For the 100% active-disease rating, medical records documenting a confirmed active Campylobacter jejuni infection are central. Lab results, treatment records, and clinician notes showing ongoing infection support this level. Once the infection resolves, evidence of any residual conditions becomes the focus. For something like Guillain-Barré syndrome, nerve conduction studies and neurological exam findings would be relevant. For reactive arthritis, joint exam findings and imaging records matter. For uveitis, ophthalmology records and vision test results help establish that rating. Statements from you or people who know you describing how residual symptoms affect your ability to work or carry out daily activities can also support the rating of those residuals under their respective body systems.

Secondary conditions

Conditions that are often caused or made worse by this one. If you have any of these, they may be claimable as secondary service connection.