Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's skin condition is denied as it cannot be service-connected based on an undiagnosed or unexplained multi-symptom illness theory of entitlement.,Service connection for a chronic multi-symptom Gulf War illness, manifested by chronic fatigue syndrome and chronic joint pain, is granted.,Service connection for a chronic multi-symptom Gulf War illness, manifested by chronic joint pain, is granted.,Service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, diagnosed as adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood and insomnia disorder, is granted.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings and service connection were dismissed due to his withdrawal of the issues. The Board also noted that new VA examinations are needed for some of the disabilities on appeal.

The Board has granted service connection for chronic fatigue as a result of the Veteran's service-connected bladder and prostate cancers, Type II diabetes mellitus, and bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent for PTSD has been denied. The Board found that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of CFS, and his symptoms are attributable to other conditions such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and depression.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, finding that there were no objective indications of a qualifying chronic disability and that he did not have a current diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome.

The Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition manifested by fatigue and hyperhidrosis (night sweats), and a headache condition have been denied. The Board has remanded these issues due to the need for additional development.,Service connection cannot be established as an undiagnosed illness or unexplained chronic multi-symptom illness because there is no evidence of a current diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to inadequate examination findings and missing private treatment records. The claims will be reconsidered with new examinations.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding the nature and etiology of his claimed disabilities, particularly chronic fatigue syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea, gastrointestinal disability, headaches, respiratory disability, left shoulder disability, right shoulder disability, left elbow disability, right elbow disability, left knee disability, right knee disability, left eye disability, and right eye disability. Additionally, an updated VA examination is needed for his service-connected psychiatric disorder and carpal tunnel syndrome.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection have been dismissed. New evidence has reopened the claim of service connection for coronary artery disease, but it remains denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is denied as there is no current diagnosis of the condition and his fatigue symptoms are attributed to known diagnosed conditions, including PTSD and GERD.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to service-connected disabilities, finding that his combined disability ratings did not meet the schedular requirements and there was insufficient evidence showing he is unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment.

The Board has determined that further development is needed for the issues of service connection for a bilateral foot disability, CFS, fibromyalgia, and degenerative arthritis of the thoracolumbar spine. The Veteran's claims are being remanded to obtain additional medical opinions and evidence.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and narcolepsy due to insufficient examination findings.

The Board has remanded the claims for obstructive sleep apnea, chronic fatigue syndrome, and post-concussion syndrome with insomnia disorder due to additional development being required.

The Board denied the Veteran's petitions to reopen previously denied claims for service connection for various disabilities, including PTSD. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD) was remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to incomplete records and a need for clarification of the March 2019 VA examination report.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for short term memory loss and shortness of breath have been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his requests.,Service connection has been granted for fibromyalgia, headaches, IBS, and CFS. These conditions are presumed based on their manifestation during active duty in Southwest Asia.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and rating increases have been dismissed. The Board has remanded several issues including right foot neuropathy, left foot neuropathy, sleep apnea, cervical spine disability, lumbar spine disability, bilateral primary open angle glaucoma, chronic fatigue syndrome, and lower extremity radiculopathy.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and consideration of new evidence.

The Veteran was granted service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome due to his Persian Gulf service, with a rating of 100%.