Chronic fatigue syndrome decisions — 2018

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, low back disorder, skin condition, and chronic cough have been denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a finding of direct service connection for these conditions.

The Board found that the cause of death, combined methadone and oxycodone poisoning, was not service-connected as neither methadone nor oxycodone were prescribed by VA for the Veteran's service-connected conditions. The significant contributing condition, COPD, was also not service-connected.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome does not manifest in debilitating fatigue, cognitive impairment, or other symptoms that are nearly constant and so severe as to almost completely restrict routine daily activities and occasionally preclude self-care. Therefore, the criteria for a rating in excess of 60 percent for chronic fatigue syndrome have not been met.

The Veteran's service-connected lower extremity disabilities, specifically bilateral chronic exertional compartment syndrome, are found to contribute to his fatigue and resulting chronic fatigue. As such, the Board finds that service connection for chronic fatigue is warranted.

The Veteran has withdrawn his appeal, and the Board does not have jurisdiction over the issues.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral shoulder disabilities are proximately caused by his service-connected cervical spine disability. The claims for rheumatoid arthritis, heart disability, and chronic fatigue syndrome have not been met due to lack of evidence.

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as he wishes to withdraw his claim for an increased rating for residuals of corneal abrasion of the right, currently rated as non-compensable.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, conjunctivitis, and a left thumb disorder have been dismissed as the claims were withdrawn by the Veteran prior to the Board's decision.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection and increased ratings was dismissed due to the Veteran's representative withdrawing the appeals. The Board granted a TDIU based on the Veteran's service-connected disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for fatigue, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), as a result of qualifying service in the Southwest Asia Theater during the Persian Gulf War.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome is denied as her symptoms are related to other service-connected disabilities. The Veteran is granted SMC based on the need for regular aid and attendance of another person.

The Veteran's appeal involves claims for service connection and an earlier effective date, as well as retroactive VA compensation benefits. The Board has determined that additional examinations are needed to address the nature and etiology of any current left foot disability other than plantar fasciitis and a disability manifested by chronic fatigue.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development to obtain medical records and provide opinions regarding the etiology of his claimed conditions.

The Veteran's service connection claims for tinea versicolor, cold injury residuals of the hands, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, anosmia, back disability, liver disability, chronic fatigue syndrome (as due to undiagnosed illness or other qualifying chronic disability), and diabetes mellitus, Type II were granted. The issues related to these conditions are now resolved.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed conditions do not meet the criteria for service connection based on evidence of record.

The Veteran's appeal for chronic fatigue syndrome was withdrawn. The Board found that the Veteran has PTSD, depression, and insomnia related to his service as a combat veteran.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for CFS and Substance Abuse has been withdrawn. The Board granted service connection for PTSD as a result of in-service personal assault stressors, but denied service connection for the other psychiatric conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development of her claims, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and notifying her of any inability to obtain the requested documents.

The Veteran's bilateral knee, back, and right elbow disabilities are found to be related to his active service. The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome is not a separate condition but rather symptoms of his service-connected asthma.

The Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were denied as there was no evidence of a current disability, and the diagnoses did not meet the criteria for service connection under VA regulations.