Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

Service connection for IBS is granted, and an initial rating of 40 percent for lumbosacral strain is granted effective June 16, 2022. The issues of service connection for respiratory insufficiency/dyspnea, CFS, tremors of the hands, and unspecified muscle and joint pain are remanded.

The Veteran's irritable bowel syndrome is granted a 30% disability rating. Service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep apnea, and migraines are denied.

The Veteran's appeal for a higher rating on lumbar spine degenerative arthritis is dismissed. The claim for hypertension remains denied. Service connection for diabetes mellitus has been granted based on new and material evidence. Chronic constipation secondary to service-connected hypertension is now service connected. Claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, IBS, fibromyalgia, and MUCMI are all denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for radiculopathy of the left and right lower extremities, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and erectile dysfunction have been denied as there is no persuasive evidence showing these conditions are related to his military service.,The Veteran was not hospitalized due to a service-connected disability during the pendency of this appeal.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, hyperglycemia (diabetes mellitus type 2), hyperlipidemia, diabetic amyotrophy, and a skin condition are all denied. The Veteran's bilateral inguinal hernia claim is remanded.

The Board has remanded the claims for chronic fatigue syndrome and a lumbar spine disorder due to conflicting medical opinions and lack of complete record development.

The Veteran's tinnitus and psychiatric disability, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression, are granted service connection. Service connection for Gulf War illness manifestations of fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic fatigue syndrome is denied.

The Board has dismissed the claims for service connection for kidney disorder, OSA, and CFS or other symptoms as an undiagnosed illness or MUCMI due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to military service.

The Board has determined that the service connection claims for GERD and chronic fatigue syndrome need to be remanded due to inadequate medical opinions and new evidence added to the record.

The Veteran's appeal to reopen service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including depression and anxiety, has been granted.,Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was denied due to lack of new and material evidence.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome is rated at 100 percent since April 30, 2014.,SMC pursuant to 38 U.S.C. § 1114(s) is granted for the entire claim period.

The Board has denied service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, and has remanded the issues of service connection for irritable bowel syndrome and fibromyalgia due to exposure in Southwest Asia.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Dizziness, and Muscle Weakness have been denied as there is no persuasive evidence of current disabilities or a causal relationship to military service.,The Veteran has not provided sufficient information regarding his claimed exposure to contaminated water at Fort Drum, which could potentially support these claims.

The Board has determined that the development conducted does not comply with the October 2017 Board remand. The Veteran's last known mailing address and phone number have been updated, and VA examinations are scheduled for various disabilities.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and heart condition have been dismissed due to withdrawal of the appeals. The claims for constipation/irritable bowel syndrome (claimed as Gulf War Syndrome) and tinnitus are being readjudicated.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD is remanded.

The Veteran's claims for muscle pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, and sleep apnea have been denied. The claim for sleep apnea is granted.,Service connection was established for obstructive sleep apnea as a direct result of service.

The Board has remanded the claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, right knee disorder, and left knee disorder due to the need for further development of the medical evidence.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings for various conditions, including gastrointestinal disorder, pitting edema, chronic fatigue, chronic pain of the entire body, left knee disability, right shoulder disability, left shoulder disability, left ankle disability, right ankle disability, TMJ, migraine headaches, and acquired psychiatric disorder. The reasons are that the Veteran did not attend necessary VA examinations as required by law.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn prior to the Board making a decision. As such, all service connection claims for right hip disability, left hip disability, right knee disability, left knee disability, and chronic fatigue syndrome are dismissed.

The Board has remanded the case for a new examination to determine if the Veteran has chronic fatigue syndrome and, if so, whether it is related to his service or any other condition.