Chronic fatigue syndrome — all decisions

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service connection claims for a chronic fatigue disorder, a chronic skin disorder, and a right ankle disorder need further examination and evidence. The Veteran is also denied increased ratings for his IBS and hemorrhoids.

The Veteran's appeal for reopening the claim of service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was dismissed. The application to reopen a claim for service connection for depression was granted, but the Board also remanded claims for hypertension, an acquired psychiatric disorder (to include depression), and sleep apnea.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased rating were denied as the evidence did not meet the criteria for an earlier effective date.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome was granted. The issue of service connection for painful joints and muscle pain, to include as due to an undiagnosed illness, is remanded.

The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome is denied as it has been attributed to sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation, not a separate condition.,The Veteran's atrial fibrillation disability does not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 30 percent.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for CFS and GERD were denied, as the preponderance of the evidence did not support these claims. The Veteran's lumbosacral strain, radiculopathy in both lower extremities, and bilateral hearing loss were also evaluated but no higher ratings were granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome is remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and development of records.

The Veteran's service connection claims for chronic fatigue and joint disabilities are being remanded due to the need for a VA examination. The TDIU claim is also being remanded as it may be affected by these service connection decisions.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia was denied because the notice of disagreement (NOD) was not timely filed within one year of the August 2016 rating decision.

The Veteran's anemia, claimed as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), is remanded due to conflicting opinions regarding its onset and relationship to service. The Board will request a new VA opinion to clarify the etiology of his anemia.

The Board has denied service connection for left shoulder disorder and chronic fatigue syndrome, but has remanded the issue of secondary service connection for sleep apnea to include as secondary to PTSD.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and/or sleep apnea, sarcoidosis, a digestive disorder (diverticulosis), and dermatitis have all been denied. The Board found that there is no evidence of any diagnosed conditions during or within one year after active service.,There are no medical records indicating the Veteran had any of these conditions while on active duty.

The Board denied service connection for lumbar spine, left knee, right knee, OSA, tension headaches, respiratory disorder, and CFS. The Board found no in-service incurrence or nexus to service for these conditions.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Sleep Disorder have been dismissed.,Service connection has not been granted for ITP, Crohn’s Disease, Spleen Removal, GERD, or Headaches.

The Board has denied service connection for a left hip disorder due to the lack of evidence of current disability.,The Veteran's sleep apnea is remanded as there are insufficient reasons provided by the VA examiner regarding its onset in or relation to his active duty service.

The Board denied service connection for bronchitis, left index finger disability, chronic fatigue syndrome, and acquired psychiatric disability as there is no evidence of current disabilities or in-service events, injuries, or diseases that are related to these conditions.,The Veteran was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome in 2014, more than 10 years after service. The Board found the claim for this condition denied due to lack of a nexus between the disability and active service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and dysthymia (claimed as depression) have been denied. The claim for service connection for sleep disturbance and night sweats is remanded.,The VA examiner will provide an addendum opinion to determine if the subjective night sweats are a disability or a symptom of an undiagnosed illness, and whether they are at least as likely as not related to active service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, but the Board has determined that additional development is needed to determine the nature and etiology of his acquired psychiatric disorder, chronic fatigue, and fibromyalgia.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) as there is no evidence of current disability due to CFS related to active service.

The Board has granted service connection for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, finding that these conditions are related to the Veteran's Gulf War service. The disorders have been present for more than six months.