A combined rating ranges between 0 and 100 percent,
in increments of 10 percent
. However, to be eligible for benefits for “Gulf War Syndrome,” you must receive a 10 percent disability rating or higher.
How do you prove Gulf War Syndrome?
To qualify for this program, you must be able to prove that their illness appeared either during active duty in the Southwest Asia theatre of military operations, or after active duty service by December 31, 2021, and that their condition is
more than ten percent disabling
.
Is Gulf War Syndrome a disability?
Gulf War Syndrome is believed to be caused by exposure to biological and environmental hazards. However, due to the nature of Gulf War Syndrome, it is
one of the most difficult disabilities to get service-connected
.
What does the Gulf War exam consist of?
About the Gulf War Registry health exam
This comprehensive health exam includes
an exposure and medical history, laboratory tests, and a physical exam
. A VA health professional will discuss the results face-to-face with the Veteran and in a follow-up letter.
What are the Gulf War presumptive illnesses?
- Brucellosis.
- Campylobacter jejuni.
- Coxiella burnetii (Q fever)
- Nontyphoid salmonella.
- Shigella.
- West Nile virus.
- Malaria (or sooner in some cases)
What skin conditions are associated with Gulf War Syndrome?
Sand dust
also causes skin disease in some Gulf War veterans. The fine sand dries out and abrades the skin. Skin disease from Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and other locations in the Southwest Asia Theater of Operations resulting from sand dust can manifest as chronic dermatitis, eczema, and skin inflammation.
What are symptoms of Gulf War illness?
- Fatigue.
- Musculoskeletal pain.
- Cognitive problems.
- Skin rashes.
- Diarrhea.
Among Veterans with Gulf War illness, researchers found a possible association with sleep apnea and Gulf War illness based
on measures of arousals and inspiratory flow dynamics
(see the study).
Who qualifies as a Gulf War veteran?
More than 650,000 Servicemembers served in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm from August 2, 1990 to July 31, 1991. For VA benefits eligibility purposes, the Gulf War period is still in effect, meaning that
anyone who served on active duty from August 2, 1990 to present
is considered a Gulf War Veteran.
How do I apply for Gulf War syndrome benefits?
Gulf War Veterans can apply for these benefits at
any VA regional office
or through the eBenefits portal.
How do you prove your sleep apnea is service connected?
Veterans can also prove service connection for sleep apnea by
showing that their sleep apnea began in service using service medical records
, or by providing a nexus opinion from a medical professional that links their current diagnosis of sleep apnea to signs or symptoms they experienced in service.
What is the purpose of the Gulf War Registry Program?
VA's Gulf War Registry Health Exam
alerts Veterans to possible long-term health problems that may be related to environmental exposures during their military service
. The registry data helps VA understand and respond to these health problems more effectively.
What is the VA disability rating for chronic fatigue syndrome?
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome VA Rating
The VA disability ratings for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are
10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, and 100%
all dependent on the severity and other factors of your symptoms. Your VA rating for chronic fatigue syndrome will be higher the worse, or more severe, your symptoms are.
What are the easiest VA claims?
- Tinnitus.
- Limitation of flexion (knee)
- Hearing loss.
- Lumbosacral or cervical strain (back and neck strains)
- Limitation of arm motion.
- General scars.
Is GERD a Gulf War presumptive?
There is no presumptive regulation that includes GERD
. For example, GERD is not eligible for presumptive service connection as due to Agent Orange exposure or exposure to environmental hazards in the Persian Gulf War.
Is asthma a Gulf War presumptive?
On Aug. 2, the Department of Veterans Affairs added asthma, chronic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis as
presumptive conditions
for Gulf War veterans. This change is a victory for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits and airborne particulate matter while serving overseas.
