Chronic fatigue syndrome decisions — 2014

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic pain and fatigue is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to determine if these symptoms are separate from his already service-connected disabilities, including back strain with degenerative disk disease and bilateral lower extremity radiculopathy, as well as major depressive disorder.

The Veteran's depression is rated at 70 percent disabling, and he is granted entitlement to total disability rating based on individual unemployability.

The Veteran's lumbar spine disability has been granted an initial evaluation of 40 percent, effective from June 22, 2008. The cervical spine disability was also granted a separate initial evaluation of 20 percent for the right lower extremity radiculopathy and another 20 percent for the left lower extremity radiculopathy.

The Board has dismissed the appeals of the claims for service connection for residuals of a hamstring injury, chronic fatigue syndrome, sinusitis, and right shoulder disability due to withdrawal. The claim for service connection for sleep apnea is reopened.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a Gulf War examination to address the nature, extent, onset, and etiology of her claimed disorders.

The Veteran's initial evaluations for chronic fatigue syndrome were denied. The claimant was previously granted service connection and assigned an evaluation of 10 percent, which was later increased to 40 percent effective August 7, 2012.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including VA examinations and compliance with instructions from the Court. The Veteran's claim will be reviewed again after these actions are completed.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and development of records.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development to determine the nature and etiology of his headaches, chronic fatigue syndrome, and joint pain or fibromyalgia claims.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not meet the criteria for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome or an undiagnosed illness manifested by fatigue. The claim is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected depression is found to be the primary cause of his sleep disorder and chronic fatigue, which are granted as secondary to this condition.

The Board denied service connection for chronic fatigue disability and joint pains as due to an undiagnosed illness from Persian Gulf War service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need to obtain additional medical records and an examination.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome is currently rated at 60 percent disabling, effective January 3, 2012.