Chronic fatigue syndrome — all decisions

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 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 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.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for Meniere's syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, urinary frequency, and nocturnal myoclonus as there is no current diagnosis or evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome, GERD, and hiatal hernia were granted. However, the effective dates are not specified as they were reopened on new evidence.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and further medical examination is required.

The Veteran's lung disability, migraine headaches, psychiatric disorder (including PTSD, bipolar disorder, and depressive disorder), left humerus disability, and multi-symptom illness have all been denied service connection.,No new evidence has been received to reopen any of the claims for service connection.

The Board has reopened the claim for left ankle disorder and granted service connection. Service connection was denied for fibromyalgia, muscle twitches, chronic fatigue syndrome, allergic rhinitis, sinus headaches, sleep disorder (obstructive sleep apnea), functional gastrointestinal disorder (chronic diarrhea), and erectile dysfunction.

The VA treatment did not cause the Veteran's additional disabilities, including back pain, balance problems, chronic fatigue, leg disorders, and thoracic pain.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and all issues on appeal have been dismissed.

The Veteran's service connection claim for chronic fatigue syndrome and an undiagnosed illness was denied as the evidence did not meet the criteria for these conditions.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome was denied. The Board found no evidence of CFS and the preponderance of the evidence is against a finding that it was incurred in service. For Obstructive Sleep Apnea, the Board found insufficient medical opinion to determine if it is related to service.

The Board denied service connection for a neck disability, fatigue (including chronic fatigue syndrome), bilateral toenail fungus, and corns on the feet. The appeal was remanded for further examination of the Veteran's toenail fungus and corns.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and opinions.,The Veteran is seeking higher ratings for his cervical spine and right upper extremity conditions, as well as service connection for various other disabilities.

The appeal for service connection for gout and hypothyroidism has been dismissed.,The previously denied claim for sleep apnea was reopened, but not granted.,Service connection for sleep apnea is granted as it began during the Veteran's military career.,Service connection for hypokalemia is denied as there is no evidence of a disability.,Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is denied due to lack of service in Southwest Asia and insufficient evidence of symptoms.,Service connection for a disability manifested by chronic pain/muscle and joint pain/right arm pain is denied.,Service connection for sinusitis is denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus was granted. The claims to reopen for chronic fatigue and depression/anxiety with alcohol use were also granted, but the Veteran is still awaiting a VA examination to determine if her symptoms are related to her service-connected PTSD. Her claim for secondary service connection for alcohol abuse with depression and anxiety as secondary to PTSD remains pending. The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for lumbar strain with degenerative changes was remanded.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea and chronic fatigue syndrome have been denied as there is no evidence of a direct relationship to his military service.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss due to new and material evidence. However, a VA examination is needed to determine if he currently has a diagnosis of bilateral hearing loss.,Service connection for fibromyalgia is denied as there is no current diagnosis or established link between the condition and military service.,A VA examination is required to assess whether the Veteran has allergic rhinitis that may be related to his active duty service. The June 2015 VA opinion was based on a single bout of allergic rhinitis, which does not meet the criteria for chronic disability.,Service connection for sleep apnea is remanded as there are conflicting opinions regarding its relationship to military service. A new VA examination and medical opinion are needed to determine if the Veteran's sleep apnea is related to his active duty service.,The claim for service connection for GERD secondary to IBS remains in dispute, with a June 2015 VA examiner concluding that there is no causal or aggravating relationship. A new VA examination and medical opinion are needed to resolve this issue.,Service connection for a headache disability is remanded as the Veteran claims his symptoms began during service but there is conflicting evidence regarding its etiology.,Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) remains in dispute, with no clear link established between the condition and military service.