Chronic fatigue syndrome decisions — 2022

The Veteran's claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, joint pain condition, and chronic fatigue syndrome was denied as there is no persuasive evidence of current disabilities during the pendency of the appeal.,The Veteran's claims for service connection for joint pain condition and chronic fatigue syndrome were also denied due to lack of a current disability diagnosis in his medical records.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including a left shoulder disability, low back disability, chronic fatigue syndrome, and cardiomyopathy and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, render him unemployable. However, the current rating schedule does not meet the criteria for TDIU due to his service-connected disabilities. The case is being remanded for further consideration under 38 C.F.R. § 4.16(b) as he may be eligible for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disability.

The Board has remanded several issues related to the Veteran's service connection claims, including gastrointestinal symptoms, bilateral hearing loss, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, alopecia, headaches, and sciatica. The cases are being remanded for additional examinations and opinions.

The Veteran's initial ratings for left and right leg lymphedema have been denied as the evidence does not support a finding of stasis pigmentation, eczema or ulceration.,The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome has been rated at 10% from September 25, 2006 to September 7, 2021 and is denied for an initial rating in excess of this level.

The Veteran's CFS is granted a disability rating of 60 percent for the entire period on appeal. The issue of entitlement to a disability rating in excess of 30 percent for IBS is remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for left ear hearing loss and tinnitus, but denied service connection for right ear hearing loss, diabetes, recurrent pneumonia, sinusitis, and chronic fatigue syndrome manifested by disability.

The appeals for service connection for headaches and dizziness have been dismissed.,Service connection has been granted for sleep apnea. The Veteran is also seeking higher ratings for bilateral hearing loss, a remand is required to assess the current severity of his disability.

The Board denied service connection for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome as there was no evidence of these conditions during or after service, and they were not related to military service.

The Veteran is granted service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome as a qualifying chronic disability under the provisions of 38 C.F.R. § 3.317.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome and therefore, service connection for this condition is denied. The case is remanded for further examination to address the issues of obstructive sleep apnea secondary to allergic rhinitis and an acquired psychiatric disorder.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeal.,His claim for PTSD was reopened due to new and material evidence, and he is now granted service connection for PTSD.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and evaluations. The issues include TBI, Left Shoulder Disorder, peripheral neuropathies of upper and lower extremities, and PTSD.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome or other fatigue-related condition as there is no current diagnosis of such conditions and his symptoms are attributed to other service-connected disabilities.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's back disability and chronic fatigue syndrome are related to his active-duty service, granting service connection for these conditions.

The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed to fully and fairly consider the Veteran's claims, including for his service connection claim for chronic fatigue syndrome. The appeal seeking a TDIU prior to July 11, 2018, remains in appellate status as it may be affected by the outcome of other appealed issues.

The Veteran's arthritis and metatarsalgia of the bilateral feet are granted service connection, while his chronic fatigue syndrome is denied.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for bilateral pes planus and chronic fatigue syndrome due to inadequate examinations and failure to address the Veteran's assertions. The claims are being sent back for new VA examinations.

The Veteran's service connection claim for chronic fatigue syndrome is granted, and his hypertension with tachyarrhythmia is rated at 10 percent. The hypertension rating is denied as the evidence does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for muscle pain, joint pain, chronic fatigue, sleep apnea, and an acquired psychiatric disorder due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

Service connection for degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine is granted.,Service connection for gynecological disorder resulting in hysterectomy is denied.