Fibromyalgia Board decisions

The Board has dismissed the appeal of a proposal to sever service connection for undiagnosed chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia symptoms, as no valid appeal was initiated.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for hearing loss and tinnitus have been denied. The Veteran is also remanded for further examination regarding his fibromyalgia and rectal bleeding conditions.,Service connection has not been established for the Veteran's claimed hearing loss, tinnitus, fibromyalgia, or rectal bleeding.

The Veteran's appeal includes multiple issues related to his service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, left shoulder and ankle conditions, knee degenerative joint disease, radiculopathy, skin disorders, cervical spine disability, facial injury residuals, TMJ, sleep apnea, headaches, hand tremors, CFS, fibromyalgia, and muscle and joint pain. The Board finds that additional evidence is needed to properly evaluate these issues.

The Veteran's claim for SMC due to a need for regular aid and attendance was denied as he does not require personal assistance from others to perform daily activities due to his service-connected fibromyalgia.

The Veteran's claim for right ear hearing loss has been dismissed as the Regional Office granted it.,Left ear hearing loss is denied due to lack of current disability.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for fibromyalgia and a right shoulder disability due to insufficient evidence regarding their onset during service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue secondary to a service-connected disability is being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions regarding the etiology of his chronic fatigue.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder is now granted, making the issue moot and dismissed. The case is remanded to provide a VA examination to determine if fibromyalgia is related to the service-connected psychiatric disorder.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and increased evaluations have been withdrawn by her authorized representative.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied as he failed to report for scheduled VA examinations, and the provisions of 38 C.F.R. § 3.655(b) apply.

The Board has determined that additional medical opinions are needed to properly adjudicate the Veteran's claims for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and fibromyalgia. The current opinions provided by VA examiners were deemed inadequate due to lack of rationale, inaccurate factual premises, and failure to address secondary service connection.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right ankle disability and fibromyalgia, but has found that further development is needed to determine the nature and etiology of these conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for cervical strain and right foot bone spur. Service connection is remanded for fibromyalgia.

The Veteran's tinnitus and low back condition are granted service connection.,Service connection is also granted for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, hypertension, testicle condition, sleep apnea, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (major depressive disorder) due to exposure to environmental hazards during service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection of a left ankle disorder has been reopened. The initial rating for PTSD was increased to 50% prior to January 27, 2023, and denied thereafter. A rating in excess of 10% is denied for the right wrist carpal navicular fracture. Service connection claims for OSA, CFS, and fibromyalgia are remanded.

The Veteran's right hip disorder, genitourinary disorder other than erectile dysfunction (epididymo-orchitis), nasal disorder, and several musculoskeletal conditions are remanded for further development.,Service connection for the Veteran's claimed conditions is being remanded due to insufficient evidence linking them to service exposure or service-connected disabilities. Further examination and opinion may be necessary under recent changes in law related to toxic exposure claims.

The Veteran's fibromyalgia was diagnosed immediately prior to her separation from active military service, and she filed a claim for disability benefits in the same month. The Board found that service connection is established due to the direct correlation between the in-service diagnosis and the current diagnosis.

The Veteran's back disability and right lower extremity radiculopathy have been addressed, but the claim for fibromyalgia remains pending.,The Board has found that a higher rating of 40 percent is warranted for the Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy as of November 17, 2022.

The Board has granted service connection for Goodpasture syndrome, fatigue disorder, fibromyalgia, chronic skin rashes, and depressive disorder due to exposure in Southwest Asia during the Persian Gulf War. The claims are remanded for further development.

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