Chronic fatigue syndrome decisions — 2026

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and for compensable ratings for her scars, as well as her claims of entitlement to service connection for rhinitis, exercise-induced asthma, migraine headaches, and temporomandibular joint disorder. The appeal was remanded for further action on some issues.

The Board has dismissed all claims of service connection for various conditions due to the Veteran's withdrawal of his appeal.

The Veteran's service connection claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, hypertension (claimed as high blood pressure), chronic bronchitis to include respiratory complaints and shortness of breath, and chronic sinusitis have all been denied.,Service connection was not granted for any of the conditions due to lack of evidence showing a current disability or a link between the condition and service.

The Board has denied service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The claim for service connection for headaches is remanded due to a lack of medical nexus opinions.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for various conditions including an acquired psychiatric disorder, chronic pain and fatigue, psoriatic arthritis, bilateral shoulder disorder, and low back disorder due to a failure to provide notice of the right to a hearing.

The Veteran's tinnitus was granted service connection as it originated during active service.,Service connection for bilateral hearing loss was denied due to the lack of evidence showing its presence during or after service.

The Veteran's OSA is granted as secondary to his service-connected insomnia with alcohol use disorder. Bilateral hearing loss, chronic fatigue syndrome, and vertigo are denied.

The Veteran's PTSD is related to combat in service and granted service connection.,The Veteran does not have hypertension for VA purposes, thus denial of service connection.,The Veteran's fatigue is attributed to his service-connected fibromyalgia, obstructive sleep apnea, and PTSD, resulting in denial of service connection.,Service connection for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are dismissed due to the Veteran explicitly withdrawing his appeal.,Service connection for a disability manifesting in memory loss other than an acquired psychological disorder is denied as it overlaps with PTSD.,Service connection for myofascial pain syndrome is denied as it overlaps with fibromyalgia.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome has been dismissed as the claim was withdrawn. The Veteran's headache condition is granted service connection.

The Veteran's appeal for higher ratings and service connection for various conditions was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a rating higher than 30 percent for her anxiety disorder, and did not find sufficient evidence to grant service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic headaches, or right lower extremity sciatic radicular pain.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for CFS was denied as there is no persuasive evidence that he has had chronic fatigue syndrome at any time during or approximate to the pendency of his claim.,His allergic rhinitis was rated at 10 percent, and a higher rating was not granted due to lack of nasal polyps.

The Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic sinusitis, non-allergic rhinitis, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and bilateral temporomandibular disorder have been granted. The Board has also remanded the Veteran's claims for left and right Achilles tendonitis, left and right PTTD, and left and right plantar fasciitis.

The Veteran is granted SMC at the enhanced R-1 rate due to his need for regular assistance with activities of daily living and a total disability rating, including service-connected conditions such as Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was denied because the evidence did not establish a diagnosis of CFS. The Board is remanding the case due to pre-decisional duty-to-assist omissions, including failure to obtain relevant treatment records and VA examiners' conflicting opinions.

The Board has denied service connection for various conditions, including hearing loss of the left ear, sleep apnea, and respiratory insufficiency (dyspnea), among others. The Veteran's claims were not supported by sufficient evidence to establish a link between these conditions and his military service.

The Veteran's flat feet and hemorrhoids are granted service connection.,Service connection is also granted for the Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).,However, service connection for CFS is denied as there is no current diagnosis of the condition.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for a Gulf War examination and medical opinion regarding the Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome, which may be related to his service in Iraq.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including chronic fatigue syndrome following non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, have resulted in profound functional impairment requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person. The Board granted special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to incomplete TERA development and inadequate VA examination opinions.

The Veteran withdrew their appeal for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome before the decision was made.