Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome and unspecified trauma and stressor-related disorder have been granted. The heart disability claim is remanded, as are the claims for degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine, cervical spine, right knee, left knee, and right ankle. The Veteran's gastritis with GERD claim also requires further examination.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for a sleep disorder is dismissed as the appellant withdrew his claims prior to the promulgation of a decision. The Board also remanded several other issues including service connection for bilateral foot disability, chronic fatigue, major depressive disorder, left lower extremity radiculopathy, right knee strain with history of Baker's cyst and effusion, gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), total disability rating based upon individual unemployability (TDIU), and special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need of regular aid and attendance of another.

The Board denied service connection for vertigo, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), conjunctivitis, epididymitis, rash around thighs with pain, right ear otitis, second degree heart block, and PTSD as there is no current evidence of these conditions.,The Board also denied service connection for a left shoulder condition, left sciatica, right lower extremity paralysis, right ankle fracture, and right hand fracture due to the lack of current disability.

The Board dismissed the appeal of service connection for diabetes mellitus. Service connection was denied for chronic fatigue syndrome and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a need for additional medical opinions and further development of evidence. The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is secondary to her service-connected conditions, including headaches and major depressive disorder with anxious distress.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD, GERD and IBS, reactive airway disease, and chronic fatigue syndrome are remanded due to the need for additional examinations and consideration of new evidence. The PACT Act presumption applies to asthma.

The Board has granted service connection for cervical spine, lumbar spine, right shoulder, right hip, and bilateral ankle disabilities. Additionally, the Board has also granted service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and Gulf War Illness (GWI) based on new evidence received since the last decision.

The Board has granted service connection for chronic cough, chronic fatigue, and chronic headache. The claim for erectile dysfunction is also granted.,Service connection for posttraumatic osteoarthritis of the left knee was previously established.

Service connection is granted for atrial fibrillation, prostate cancer, hypertension, and chronic fatigue syndrome.,Service connection is also granted for left knee instability (left leg spasms), right knee instability (right leg spasms), left knee strain (left lower extremity pain), and right knee strain (right lower extremity pain).,Service connection is further granted for left olecranon bursitis (left arm pain) and right olecranon bursitis (right arm pain).

The Board has determined that additional development is needed for the issues of service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, urinary disability, and joint aches. The Veteran's claims are being remanded to obtain necessary medical opinions and address outstanding records.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied as there is no evidence of current disability.,The Veteran's claim for a rating greater than 10 percent for tinnitus from December 15, 2017 remains remanded due to the need for further development and clarification.,The Veteran's claims for service connection for traumatic brain injury (TBI), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Gulf War Illness, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome are all remanded as there is insufficient evidence in the record to determine their validity.,Service connection will be granted based on direct evidence of a condition during service or otherwise established by competent medical evidence.

The Veteran's petition to reopen claims for service connection for lumbar spine disability and PTSD is granted. Claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, chest pains, and a skin condition are denied. The Veteran's claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is remanded.

Your claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome has been granted, and the appeal is dismissed as moot.

The Veteran's appeal of his claims for bilateral hearing loss, fatigue (claimed as chronic fatigue syndrome), and OSA has been dismissed. The Board also remanded the issues of service connection for fatigue and OSA.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to unclear evidence regarding his liver disability, chronic fatigue syndrome, type II diabetes, and back disability. The claims are being returned for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including those related to glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency and sickle cell trait, are denied as there is no current diagnosis of a respiratory condition. The claim for service connection for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency is also denied due to its congenital nature.

The Veteran's IBS is granted with a maximum 30 percent rating. The Board has determined that further examinations are needed for her kidney and bladder issues, right toe disability, right shoulder condition, vertigo, gastrointestinal disorder (including GERD), and fatigue.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to the Veteran's failure to appear for scheduled VA examinations. The issues include rating for back disability, service connection for TBI, CFS, and fibromyalgia.

The Veteran's right ear hearing loss is granted as service-connected.,Service connection for bilateral shin splints is denied.,Service connection for plantar fascitis or a bilateral foot condition is remanded.,Service connection for hypertension is remanded.,Service connection for joint pain in the elbows is remanded.,Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome is remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to incomplete records and insufficient evidence. The Veteran is required to provide private medical records, including from Drs. Jeffery Landis, Manish Rai, Nisha Das, and Nasseri Clinic. TERA examinations are needed for sleep apnea, chronic fatigue, skin rash with blisters, and joint pain.