Fibromyalgia decisions — 2017

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for 'undifferentiated' seronegative rheumatoid arthritis has been withdrawn. The effective dates for the grants of service connection for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, and headaches have been remanded due to procedural issues.

The Veteran's fibromyalgia was diagnosed prior to December 31, 2021 and requires continuous medication for control. The Board grants service connection for fibromyalgia.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection were denied. The claim to reopen the endometriosis was also denied.

The Veteran's service-connected fibromyalgia and pes planus did not render her unemployable prior to January 28, 2014. The Board denied the earlier effective date claim as there was no evidence of unemployability before that date.

The Board found that the Veteran's right shoulder disability, pes planus, and fibromyalgia were not incurred or aggravated by service. The evidence did not support a finding of chronicity in service or continuity of symptomatology since service.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including chronic fatigue syndrome and other conditions, render him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's fibromyalgia was rated at 20 percent prior to April 24, 2013 and at 40 percent thereafter. The Board found that the Veteran is not unemployable due solely to his service-connected disabilities.,The Veteran's TDIU claim has been granted.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia, a disability manifested by chronic pain other than fibromyalgia, a disability manifested by atypical chest pain, and arthritis of multiple joints, as there is no evidence to support a link between these conditions and his military service.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia and an acquired psychiatric disorder, as new and material evidence has been submitted. However, the Board finds that there is not sufficient evidence to establish a direct relationship between her current conditions and active duty service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for fibromyalgia is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination and additional medical records.

The Veteran's insomnia is considered a symptom of his service-connected adjustment/anxiety disorder and fibromyalgia. The Board found that the Veteran does not meet the criteria for TDIU as he has other disabilities rated at or above 40%.

The Veteran's claim for fibromyalgia service connection is denied as there is no current diagnosis of the condition. The TDIU claim is also denied due to the Veteran's educational background and work experience, which indicate he can secure and follow substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's appeal involves multiple issues related to various conditions and service connection claims. The case is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and ensuring all relevant VA treatment records are associated with the file.

The Veteran's fibromyalgia, asthma, and condition causing shortness of breath are not service-connected.,Service connection was denied for fibromyalgia, asthma, and a condition causing shortness of breath (shortness of breath) as the symptoms were found to be related to his service-connected allergic rhinitis.

The Veteran is entitled to a TDIU from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007 and from January 4, 2011 to January 30, 2011 due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to the AOJ for consideration of new evidence submitted since August 2016, including a statement from Dr. A.W.S. dated in May 2017.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a waiver of recovery of an overpayment of service-connected compensation benefits in the calculated amount of $24,239.47 due to fault on the part of the Veteran and lack of undue hardship.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and securing SSA documents. A new Gulf War Illness examination is also required to address the Veteran's joint pain and chronic fatigue.

The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.,The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy has been rated as 20 percent disabling since February 19, 2016. The skin disorder claim was denied due to lack of evidence linking the condition to service or undiagnosed illness. Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia were not granted, while abdominal pain, weight loss, and gastrointestinal issues were found to be related to an undiscovered illness.

The Board denied the appellant's claims for service connection of fibromyalgia and obstructive sleep apnea, finding no evidence linking these conditions to her active duty or service-connected disabilities. The claim for a higher rating for dysthymic disorder was granted but not appealed.