Undiagnosed Illnesses
What is it?
Gulf War veterans may receive disability compensation for chronic disabilities resulting from undiagnosed illnesses and/or medically unexplained chronic multi-symptom illnesses defined by a cluster of signs or symptoms. A disability is considered chronic if it has existed for at least six months.
These conditions include:
- chronic fatigue syndrome
- fibromyalgia
- skin disorders
- headache
- muscle pain
- joint pain
- neurological symptoms
- neuropsychological symptoms
- symptoms involving the respiratory system
- sleep disturbances
- gastrointestinal symptoms
- cardiovascular symptoms
- abnormal weight loss
- menstrual disorders
Who qualifies?
Someone who:
- Served in the Persian Gulf theatre of operation (includes Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the neutral zone between Iraq and Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, the Gulf of Aden, the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, the Arabian Sea, the Red Sea, and the airspace above these locations), AND
- Served there between Aug. 2, 1990, to July 31, 1991, OR
- Served there after July 31, 1991 and has a VA disability rating of at least 10 percent
These eligibility requirements are general and there may be additional factors that affect eligibility. Each case is unique and there are exceptions for every rule. Your Texas Veterans Commission counselor is an expert who can review your specific situation and help determine your eligibility.
How to get it?
Meet with your local Texas Veterans Commission representative or Veterans County Service Officer who will guide you through the process and identify any paperwork required. Completing forms completely and correctly will affect the outcome of your request. Our expert counselors will assist you in completing the forms to get the best results possible. Find the office closest to you.