Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied as his conditions are not related to his military service.,Service connection was not granted for obstructive sleep apnea, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a bilateral eye disability, residuals of a head injury, hypertension, gastrointestinal disorder, PTSD, an acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD, memory loss, insomnia, or a sleep disorder.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 70 percent since August 4, 2016. The effective date for this rating is not specified.

The Veteran's complaints of chronic fatigue/loss of energy, sleep impairment and sweating are attributed to his service-connected PTSD and related depression. Therefore, these conditions cannot be granted as separate disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as qualifying chronic disabilities under the provisions of 38 C.F.R. § 3.317 due to their association with undiagnosed illness or medically unexplained multisymptom illnesses.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), neurological symptoms, respiratory issues, and cognitive disorder/memory loss, all of which are claimed to be due to undiagnosed illness or exposure to hazardous chemicals. The evidence does not support a finding that these conditions were incurred during active military service.

The Veteran's appeal involves multiple service connection claims for various conditions, as well as reopening of several previously denied claims. The case is being remanded to the RO for scheduling a video conference Board hearing.

The Veteran's tinnitus is found to be etiologically related to his period of active service, and the Board finds that service connection for tinnitus is established. The issue of chronic fatigue syndrome remains pending as it pertains to a current diagnosis.

The Veteran's claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. � 1151 is granted as his complications are not the result of carelessness, negligence, lack of proper skill, error in judgment, or similar instance of fault on the part of VA, but were caused by an event that was not reasonably foreseeable resulting from the November 2007 surgery.

The Veteran's service-connected digestive disability, including GERD and dysphagia, is rated at 30 percent. The Board finds a separate rating of 10 percent for esophageal stricture under Diagnostic Code 7203.

The Veteran's joint aches, muscle aches, chronic fatigue, headaches, and loss of memory and concentration have all been attributed to known clinical diagnoses or activities, not undiagnosed illness or other qualifying chronic disability. The Board finds no evidence of continuity of symptoms since service.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded for additional development to assess the impact of his service-connected disabilities on his ability to work.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection, finding that his IBS was not more than severe in severity and that his left hip residuals did not meet criteria for ankylosis or other compensable limitations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a disability manifested by chronic fatigue, including chronic fatigue syndrome, is denied as there is no current disability and the Veteran's fatigue is found to be a symptom of his service-connected sarcoidosis.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claims for service connection for chronic headaches, a gastrointestinal disability (diarrhea and hemorrhoids), chronic fatigue, inability to concentrate, and hypertension. The Veteran's current diagnoses are considered in relation to his military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his chronic fatigue syndrome and degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine, meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance. The Veteran is in need of regular aid and assistance due to his physical or mental incapacity.

The Veteran's PTSD disability is currently rated at 70 percent, effective from April 1, 2009. The Board has granted a TDIU based on the Veteran's service-connected PTSD.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed chronic fatigue, joint pain (excluding patella condition of right knee), and precancerous mass of the lower intestine are not related to service or any incident therein.,Service connection for these conditions is denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, leishmaniasis, and changes in white blood cell count were denied as the conditions have not been present during the pendency of this claim. The decision to withhold compensation benefits due to receipt of military drill pay was also found to be proper.

Service connection for PTSD and CFS has been granted.,Service connection for fibromyalgia, type II diabetes mellitus, and obstructive sleep apnea have been granted. Service connection for uterine fibroid cysts and a respiratory disorder due to Agent GB exposure have not been established.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding whether the Veteran's sleep disability, including sleep apnea, is related to his service. Additional development and an examination are needed.