The Board has determined that there is insufficient evidence to establish a current diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. The Veteran's GERD was diagnosed in May 2010 and the examiner found it likely related to service, while his headaches have not been diagnosed.
The deciding factor: There is no current diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome, and the medical evidence does not support a finding that the Veteran has GERD or headaches as a result of military service.
- Claimed conditions
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Headaches
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Gulf War
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 8, 2018
- Citation
- 1813927
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claim of service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome due to conflicting medical evidence regarding the potential diagnosis. The case will be returned to the AOJ for further review and consideration.
- Granted
The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder is granted a 70% rating, effective July 15, 2024. The Veteran's GERD remains at a 10% rating.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for initial compensable ratings for obstructive sleep apnea and headaches, finding that the evidence does not support a finding of persistent daytime hypersomnolence or other manifestations consistent with a compensable disability rating under the criteria established by Diagnostic Codes. The matter is remanded to obtain additional information from the Veteran regarding his headaches and their impact on his daily life.
- Granted
The Veteran's OSA is granted as secondary to PTSD, but his headaches are denied due to lack of service connection.
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