Chronic fatigue syndrome Board decisions

The Veteran's scar on the upper right back was granted service connection, while his claims for tinnitus, periodontal disease, tuberculosis, common variable immunodeficiency (CVID), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sarcoidosis, headaches, dementia, and chronic diarrhea were denied. The claim for service connection of bronchiectasis is remanded.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for tinea unguium, tinea cruris, and chronic fatigue syndrome (claimed as fatigue) due to a lack of competent evidence of current disabilities. The March 2021 VA examinations found no current diagnoses for these conditions.

The Board denied service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and bilateral restless leg syndrome. The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further review.,The Board found no current disability of chronic fatigue syndrome for VA purposes and thus denied service connection.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are denied.,The Board has remanded the claim for service connection for narcolepsy due to a lack of a VA examination and TERA memorandum.

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

The Veteran's service connection claims for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome are granted. Fibromyalgia is presumed due to Gulf War service, while chronic fatigue syndrome is found to be related to other service-connected conditions.

The Board has determined that remand is necessary due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error, specifically regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea and chronic fatigue syndrome. The right ankle condition claim will also be remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's appeal was dismissed because the appellant withdrew her request for readjudication of her service connection claims.

Service connection is granted for rhinitis, sinusitis, hiatal hernia and polyps, chronic multisymptom illness with chronic fatigue, memory loss, headaches, and loss of sense of taste. The claims for loss of sense of smell are remanded.

The Board has remanded the service connection claims for chronic fatigue, cervical spine disability, low back disability, right shoulder disability, left shoulder disability, right elbow disability, and left hip disability due to potential exposure to burn pits during active duty in the Persian Gulf War.

Service connection for a chronic fatigue disability including fibromyalgia is granted, and service connection for psoriatic arthritis of the bilateral elbows and knees is denied. The Veteran's mild cognitive impairment is rated at 10 percent.

The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, and fibromyalgia are denied as the evidence does not show an intent to file a claim prior to January 30, 2014.

The Board denied the Veteran's request for an effective date prior to July 12, 2021, for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome. The claim was continuously pursued until a final rating decision in January 2019, after which the Veteran filed a supplemental claim seeking reopening and granting of service connection.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection of chronic fatigue syndrome has been dismissed due to the appellant's request for withdrawal.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity, gastro/digestive issues, and joint pain are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations and opinions.

The Board has determined that new and relevant evidence has been received, including a statement from the Veteran indicating he was taking ibuprofen regularly. As such, the claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome or chronic fatigue of unknown etiology is granted.

The Veteran's service connection claim for CFS is granted, and he is awarded a 30% disability rating for migraines. The claims for increased ratings of bilateral hand tremors and right shoulder strain are denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient reasoning and bases for the findings regarding the aggravation of sleep apnea by service-connected conditions, as well as obesity. The Veteran's claim will be reconsidered with a new examination.

The Board dismissed the appeal regarding the timeliness of the May 2021 VA Form 9 as it has already been granted and there remains no justiciable case or controversy over which the Board may exercise jurisdiction.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus was granted. The appeal of the previously denied claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome is denied.