Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was denied in 1993, and the effective date of the grant of service connection is March 1, 2002.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection of dysthymic disorder has been dismissed as the Veteran requested a withdrawal of his appeal.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia, joint pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome were denied as there is no medical evidence supporting these conditions as being related to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for low back disability and obstructive sleep apnea. The issues of bilateral pes planus, chronic fatigue syndrome, and an acquired psychiatric disorder are being remanded for further development.

The Board found that there is no evidence of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, or a disability manifested by dizziness and tingling in the extremities due to service. The Veteran's symptoms are not related to his military service.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and examination to determine if the Veteran's OSA and chronic fatigue are related to his active duty service.

The Board has granted service connection for headaches and has reopened the claims of service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, back pain, neck pain, bilateral knee pain, alopecia areata, and hearing loss on a new and material basis. The Veteran's CFS claim is denied as there is no evidence of a qualifying chronic disability.

The Veteran's claims for hepatitis C and chronic fatigue syndrome have been denied as there is no evidence of a nexus to service.

The Veteran's gastroesophageal reflux disease with hiatal hernia is currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum rating available under the applicable diagnostic code. The Veteran's hypertension and CFS claims have been reopened due to new evidence received since the last final denial.

The Board has remanded the claims for hypertension and undiagnosed illness due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling examinations. The Veteran's symptoms of high blood pressure and chronic fatigue are being evaluated further.

The Veteran's PTSD, left wrist disability, and CFS have been granted service connection. The case has also been remanded for further examination regarding the Veteran's CFS.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for chronic fatigue disorder, kidney disorder, migraine headaches, neurological signs and symptoms, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and coronary artery disease (CAD) have been dismissed. The appeal for CAD has been remanded.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have separate service-connected conditions for depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic fatigue syndrome, back disorder, neck disorder, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, or headaches. The claims are denied as secondary to his service-connected PTSD.

The Veteran's muscle pain with spasm and chronic fatigue syndrome have been attributed to known clinical diagnoses, thus not meeting the criteria for service connection as a manifestation of an undiagnosed illness.

The Board denied service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine and tension headaches. The Veteran's PTSD claim was not addressed as it did not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 70 percent.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for updated medical records and examinations.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance or housebound status was denied as her service-connected disabilities did not result in such needs.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, headaches, bilateral hearing loss, and sleep apnea. The claims are granted as they meet the criteria for direct service connection.

The Veteran's appeal is mixed, with some issues granted and others not. Service connection for chemical sensitivities, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, respiratory disorder, IBS, and low back disorder are granted on a presumptive basis due to Gulf War exposure. Other service connection claims remain pending.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current low back disability is secondary to his service-connected left knee disability, and thus grants service connection for this condition.