Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome have been denied. The Board found that there is no evidence of a nexus between the conditions and qualifying active service or a service-connected disability, including PTSD. For the increased rating claim for PTSD, the Board found that the preponderance of the evidence was against a finding that the Veteran's PTSD symptoms resulted in occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas as of July 17, 2008, but not earlier. The TDIU claim was granted.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were granted, with chronic fatigue syndrome and erectile dysfunction being found to be related to his service in the Persian Gulf War. The other conditions are not considered due to undiagnosed illness or medically unexplained multisymptom illnesses.

The Board denied service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and head and neck tic (claimed as involuntary shaking of the head with dizziness) due to lack of a current diagnosis.,There is no evidence of a current diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome or head and neck tic in the Veteran's records.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and examination, including on a secondary basis.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected conditions, including chronic fatigue syndrome and COPD, have manifested to a compensable degree prior to December 31, 2021. Service connection is granted for these conditions.

The Veteran's death was caused by diffuse pulmonary interstitial fibrosis, which the Board finds is service-connected due to exposure to silica fibers in service. The claims for accrued benefits based on pending claims for service connection for various conditions are also granted.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus and reopened the claim for a skin disorder. The Veteran's right wrist, hearing loss, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, gastrointestinal disorder (GERD and/or hiatal hernia), and psychological disorder other than PTSD have been found to be related to service.

The Veteran's PTSD has not been manifested by occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas or total occupational and social impairment, so his claim for an increased rating was denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied as his claimed conditions are not related to his in-service exposure to ionizing radiation.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, including as an undiagnosed illness, is being remanded due to the need for additional development and clarification of medical opinions.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a right ankle disability, residuals of low back injury, right lower extremity sciatica, sinusitis, rhinitis, IBS, and GERD. The decision also addressed reopening of his claim for service connection for asbestos exposure.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue is presumed to be related to his service in Southwest Asia, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's CFS has resulted in symptoms that were nearly constant and restricted routine daily activities to less than 50 percent of the pre-illness level, warranting a 60% rating.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral calf muscle aches, insomnia (unspecified), and chronic fatigue syndrome have been denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a finding of an undiagnosed illness or multisymptom illness as claimed.

The Veteran withdrew her appeal for service connection for weakness and the issues of chronic fatigue, sleep disturbances, and shortness of breath from appellate status.

The Board has determined that the Veteran is entitled to service connection for tinnitus and an acquired psychiatric disability, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety. The remaining claims are dismissed due to withdrawal of appeal.

The Board denied service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and anemia, finding that the Veteran does not have current diagnoses of these conditions. The claim for a higher rating for hypothyroidism was granted to a 60 percent rating.

The Veteran's appeal includes claims for various conditions, including IBS and anxiety disorder. The RO granted service connection for IBS but denied all other claims. A new examination is needed to assess the current severity of IBS and determine the relationship between the Veteran's claimed disabilities and his military service.

The Veteran has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, which is considered a direct service connection case due to his active duty in the Persian Gulf. His disability manifests to at least a 10% level and he meets the criteria for presumptive service connection under VA regulations.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and clarification of diagnoses.