Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's sleep apnea is granted as service-connected.,The Veteran's disability manifested by fatigue (claimed as chronic fatigue syndrome) and disability manifested by joint and muscle pain (claimed as fibromyalgia) are both granted as service-connected, with the condition of fatigue being due to an undiagnosed illness.,Service connection for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability is denied.

The Veteran's claims of service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and rheumatoid arthritis have been granted. The issues of service connection for these conditions are remanded due to the need for further evidence.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia as there is no evidence of a current disability within the medical records.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions regarding her left knee, hip, and other conditions.,The Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), fibromyalgia, chronic coughing, acne, menstrual condition, and bilateral shin splints are being remanded as she has not provided clarification on which specific joints her claim relates to.

The Veteran has withdrawn their appeals for higher ratings and service connection for various conditions, including primary sclerosing cholangitis, chronic fatigue or insomnia, neck arthritis, and inflammation and painful joints in the hands and fingers.

The Board has decided to remand the claims for chronic fatigue syndrome and irritable bowel syndrome due to incomplete records and inadequate VA examinations. The Veteran's private treatment records need to be obtained, and he should be scheduled for VA examinations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome has been reopened due to the submission of new and relevant evidence. The case is being remanded for further adjudication.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on need for regular aid and attendance or at the housebound rate due to his ability to maintain significant independence in daily activities.

The Board has dismissed all claims due to the Veteran's death, as it does not have jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of these appeals.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome was remanded, and the higher evaluation for Headache Disability was denied. The Veteran received a 10% increased rating for Chronic Diarrhea from July 21, 1999 to April 3, 2013, and a 30% increase thereafter.,The Veteran's service connection claim for Fibromyalgia remains pending as it was remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient opinions regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's chronic fatigue, including whether it is related to service or service-connected conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, finding that the Veteran's obesity, caused by his PTSD and major depressive disorder, is a substantial factor in causing his sleep apnea. Service connection was denied for chronic fatigue syndrome.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) as there is no current diagnosis of CFS in accordance with VA regulation, and the evidence does not support a finding that the Veteran's symptoms meet the criteria for this condition.

The claims of entitlement to service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and excessive daytime sleepiness are dismissed as moot. The claim challenging the proposed reduction in the disability rating of the Veteran's service-connected irritable bowel syndrome from 30 percent to 0 percent is dismissed. The Board has remanded the issues of service connection for hyperacusis, bilateral varicose veins, and right hallux valgus.

The Veteran's claim for an initial disability rating of 60 percent for service-connected chronic fatigue syndrome is granted, effective September 30, 2020. The Board finds that the symptoms associated with his condition have restricted his routine daily activities to less than 50% of pre-illness level throughout the relevant appellate period.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for the award of service connection for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is granted.,The Veteran's claim for revision of the August 2016 rating decision on the basis of clear and unmistakable error (CUE) is dismissed as moot.

The Board has granted service connection for folliculitis of the scalp and retained metal fragments in the scalp and cheek, both on a presumptive basis. The claims for chronic disability manifested by loss of appetite and chronic fatigue are denied as they are found to be manifestations of service-connected PTSD with alcohol use disorder.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for tinea pedis, left upper extremity radiculopathy, left lower extremity radiculopathy, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and hemorrhoids have been denied.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for hemorrhoids is remanded as there are pre-decisional duty-to-assist errors that need to be corrected before deciding the claim on appeal.

The Board has determined that new medical opinions are required for the Veteran's hypertension, GERD, fatigue (claimed as chronic fatigue syndrome), joint pain (claimed as fibromyalgia), and heart disorder claims due to pre-decisional duty to assist errors.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to incomplete records and inadequate examination. The Veteran will need to provide additional medical records, including from Fort Huachuca, Los Angeles Air Force Base, The Presidio of Monterey, and Travis Air Force Base. She may also be provided with new VA examinations.