Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's fatigue and memory loss are attributed to his service-connected PTSD and non-service-connected dysthymic disorder, and there is no separate disability found.

The Board has granted service connection for a medically unexplained chronic multisymptom illness, defined by symptoms such as fatigue and skin disorders. The Veteran's symptoms began during his service in the Southwest Asia theater of operations during the Persian Gulf War.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus type I and a disability manifested by chronic fatigue and diarrhea, finding that these conditions are not related to his military service.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to properly adjudicate the Veteran's claims, including obtaining his service treatment records and personnel records. A VA examination is also required for the claimed conditions.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have chronic fatigue syndrome, Brucellosis, or a psychiatric disability to include PTSD. The claims for these conditions are denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining his service personnel records and medical opinions regarding his claimed conditions.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected low back disorder warrants a 10 percent evaluation, effective October 1, 2007.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed for the Veteran's claims, including obtaining medical records and arranging for a VA examination. The appeal will be remanded to the Agency of Original Jurisdiction (AOJ).

The Veteran's service connection for a sinus/respiratory condition was reopened, and his disability rating for fatigue was reduced. His ratings for spondylosis and scoliosis of the lumbar spine, as well as migraine headaches, were increased. However, he did not meet criteria for TDIU.

The Veteran's service connection claims for joint pain and chronic fatigue syndrome due to undiagnosed illnesses are granted, with presumptive service connection based on Gulf War exposure.

The Veteran does not have a separate disability manifested by chronic fatigue, to include as due to an undiagnosed illness.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and development of her medical records.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by nearly constant symptoms that restrict his daily activities to 50-75% of the pre-illness level, warranting a 40 percent disability rating.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been presented to reopen the claims of service connection for right shoulder disability, prostate disability, and hypertension. The Veteran's current right shoulder disability is considered incurred in or related to his military service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional examination and to obtain VA treatment records. The issue of a higher disability rating for his service-connected chronic fatigue syndrome will be re-adjudicated.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder and finds that new and material evidence has been received. The issues of service connection for various other conditions due to undiagnosed illness or other qualifying chronic disabilities have also been addressed.

The Veteran's sleep apnea is secondary to his service-connected allergic rhinitis. The Board has granted this claim.

The Veteran's service-connected chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia have been granted, with the presumption of exposure to undiagnosed illness or other qualifying chronic disability due to his service in the Southwest Asia Theater during the Persian Gulf War.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have current disabilities for which service connection can be granted, including chronic fatigue and a hormonal disorder other than hypogonadism. The claims of service connection for psychiatric disorders (including PTSD and anxiety), sleep apnea, hypertension, heart disorder, back disorder, and diabetes are denied.

The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent for left patellar femoral syndrome with thigh atrophy was denied as the condition did not meet criteria for an increased rating.,Service connection for generalized nerve pain (claimed as fibromyalgia) and chronic fatigue syndrome (claimed as fibromyalgia) were both denied due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to service or undiagnosed illness related to Gulf War exposure. The Veteran's fibromyalgia was found to be a manifestation of her diagnosed condition.,Service connection for fibromyalgia, numbness and tingling (claimed as fibromyalgia), joint pain and stiffness (claimed as fibromyalgia), inability to hold heavy objects (claimed as fibromyalgia), nausea, sore muscles (claimed as fibromyalgia), abdominal pain, sinusitis, and dizziness were all denied due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to service or undiagnosed illness related to Gulf War exposure. The Veteran's symptoms were found to be manifestations of her diagnosed condition.,The Veteran was granted service connection for anxiety (previously characterized as a personality disorder) effective July 22, 2004.