Chronic fatigue syndrome decisions — 2022

The Veteran's claim for service connection for CFS is denied. The Board found no current diagnosis of CFS and the evidence did not support a finding that it was related to service or Persian Gulf service. For sarcoidosis, lung disease, and psychiatric disability claims, additional examination and opinion are needed as they may be related to service.

Service connection granted for chronic fatigue syndrome. Service connection denied for thyroid disability.,The Board found conflicting evidence regarding the Veteran's diagnosis of CFS, but ultimately determined that it was at least as likely as not that she had a current diagnosis and that her symptoms manifested during service.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities resulted in functional impairments necessitating regular aid and attendance due to inability to keep himself clean and presentable, as well as protection from daily environmental hazards. The Board granted SMC based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is reopened, and the appeal is granted to this extent. The case is remanded for a new VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of his symptoms related to CFS.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for service connection for sleep apnea, chronic fatigue, and a heart condition before the Board could make a decision.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, chronic fatigue syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and gout have been denied. The Veteran's left knee and right knee patellofemoral pain syndrome claims are also denied.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to uncertainty about whether the Veteran had qualifying service in the Southwest Asia theater of operations, particularly regarding his service in the Red Sea and Israel. The claims will be reviewed again with additional information from the Veteran.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for additional development, including obtaining her complete service personnel records and service treatment records. The Veteran is also required to undergo VA examinations to determine the current severity of her service-connected photophobia and headaches, as well as whether any of her other disabilities are related to her active duty service in the United States Army Reserve.

Service connection for tinnitus is granted, while service connection for hearing loss, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are denied.

The Board has remanded the case for issuance of an addendum medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is related to service, specifically Gulf War exposure.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for bronchiolitis obliterans, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and headaches to allow for further development and consideration of his service connection claims based on exposure to burn pits during service.

The Board has remanded the case due to conflicting evidence regarding whether the Veteran meets the criteria for a diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. The VA examiner found that the Veteran does not have CFS, but this determination is based on incomplete facts and lacks an explanation.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to an inadequate VA medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's symptoms of fatigue, joint pain, and sleep disturbances are related to her service-connected fibromyalgia, PTSD, irritable bowel syndrome, and other disabilities. The case will be returned for further evaluation.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for TBI, headaches (secondary to a traumatic brain injury), CFS, and bilateral hearing loss. The evidence does not support finding that these conditions are related to his military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome as there is no persuasive evidence of a current disability and it was not incurred or aggravated by his military service.

The Board has found that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of a low-energy disability, and thus denied service connection for this condition. The diabetes mellitus claim is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding its onset during active duty or its relationship to hypertension.

The Board has remanded the case for further examination and review due to insufficient evidence regarding service connection for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to assess the current severity of the Veteran's Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and to request additional information for his TDIU claim.

The Board has remanded the issues of service connection for insomnia, chronic fatigue syndrome, respiratory disorder, skin condition, and digestive issues. The Veteran's claim for an initial rating higher than 30 percent for insomnia is also remanded.

The Veteran's left arm radiculopathy is found to be secondary to her service-connected cervical spine disorder.,Other claims are remanded for further development and consideration.