VA Disability for Autoimmune Diseases
Was your immune system damaged as a result of your military service?
We can help you get the benefits you deserve
- Written By Attorney Troy Bouk
Your immune system is supposed to protect you, but for many veterans, it becomes the source of chronic pain, fatigue, and life, altering symptoms. Unfortunately, these invisible illnesses are often overlooked or undervalued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
If your immune system is attacking your body and your VA disability claim was denied, Bouk Law can help. Call (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free VA disability for autoimmune diseases case evaluation. We’ll help connect the dots the VA missed.
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What Are Autoimmune Conditions?
Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues. For veterans, these conditions may be linked to:
- Toxic chemical exposure
- Chronic infections or illness during service
- Intense physical or emotional stress
- Environmental hazards in combat zones
The consequences can be severe, ranging from crippling joint pain and muscle weakness to organ damage, skin disorders, and disabling fatigue.
Yet despite these impacts, many veterans hear the same dismissive response from the VA: “Your condition is not service, connected.”
These denials often occur because autoimmune symptoms are complex, inconsistent, or difficult to verify with standard diagnostic tests, making it harder for veterans to receive the disability compensation they deserve.
Don’t Let the VA Overlook Your Condition
At Bouk Law, we help Veterans obtain VA Disability for Autoimmune Diseases even when the VA initially says no. Get a free case evaluation by filling out the form on this page or calling our office directly.
Your Autoimmune Condition Deserves to Be Taken Seriously
Many autoimmune diseases develop years after military service, often without a clear diagnosis. Maybe you’ve been told your symptoms are “in your head.” Maybe you’ve been denied VA disability for autoimmune diseases because the evidence wasn’t “strong enough” or the connection to service wasn’t “clear.”
But you live with the reality every day:
- Constant fatigue
- Chronic swelling or stiffness
- Unexplained pain or weakness
- Difficulty maintaining your job or daily routine
You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it.
At Bouk Law, we help veterans nationwide whose autoimmune conditions affect their ability to work, function, or enjoy life. These cases are often misunderstood by the VA, and we know how to build strong, compelling claims that reflect the true impact of your condition.
Veterans and Autoimmune Conditions: How We Help
Autoimmune disorders can affect nearly any organ system and often involve symptoms that overlap or evolve over time. The VA frequently overlooks these conditions, especially when they don’t fit a textbook diagnosis.
We help veterans pursue VA disability benefits for a broad range of autoimmune diseases, including:
Systemic Connective Tissue Diseases
These conditions often cause chronic inflammation, joint pain, and organ damage:
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Scleroderma (thickening or hardening of the skin)
- Dermatomyositis (inflammatory muscle disease with skin rash)
Denied VA disability for lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or a related autoimmune condition? If you’re suffering from joint pain, inflammation, or organ damage, Bouk Law can help. Call (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free, confidential VA disability case review.
Autoimmune Endocrine Disorders
These diseases interfere with hormone production and metabolic function, often leading to disabling fatigue and organ stress:
- Graves’ Disease (hyperthyroidism)
- Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (hypothyroidism)
- Addison’s Disease (adrenal insufficiency)
- Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
- Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome (multiple endocrine disorders)
Endocrine disorders like Graves’ disease and Addison’s can seriously impact your life — even if the VA doesn’t acknowledge it. Contact Bouk Law at (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free case evaluation.
Autoimmune Skin Diseases
Autoimmune skin conditions occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, causing chronic irritation, pigmentation loss, or blistering. These conditions are more than cosmetic, they can lead to daily pain, infection risks, and emotional distress.
We help veterans file VA disability claims for:
- Psoriasis (with or without psoriatic arthritis)
- Vitiligo (loss of skin pigmentation, often with psychological impact)
- Bullous Pemphigoid / Pemphigus (autoimmune blistering skin diseases)
- Chronic Urticaria (persistent hives lasting six weeks or longer)
Skin diseases like psoriasis or vitiligo can cause pain, infection risk, and emotional distress. If your claim was denied or undervalued, contact Bouk Law at (888)350-4805 or use the secure form for a free consultation.
Autoimmune Gastrointestinal Disorders
Autoimmune conditions that affect the digestive system can cause chronic inflammation, severe abdominal pain, malnutrition, and long, term organ damage. These are often mischaracterized as “mild” or “manageable,” even when they severely disrupt a veteran’s quality of life.
We assist with VA disability for autoimmune diseases claims involving:
- Celiac Disease – An autoimmune reaction to gluten that damages the small intestine
- Crohn’s Disease – A form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) causing ulcers and intestinal inflammation
- Ulcerative Colitis – Another type of IBD affecting the colon and rectum
Facing denial of VA disability benefits for Crohn’s, celiac disease, or ulcerative colitis? If the VA doesn’t understand how your condition impacts daily life, Bouk Law can help. Call (888)350-4805 or submit the form for a free VA disability case review.
Autoimmune Neurological & Neuromuscular Disorders
These autoimmune diseases affect how nerves and muscles communicate, leading to coordination problems, muscle fatigue, weakness, and mobility issues. Many of these conditions worsen over time and can be disabling.
Bouk Law helps veterans seek compensation for:
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – An autoimmune attack on the brain and spinal cord
- Myasthenia Gravis – A neuromuscular disorder that causes muscle weakness and fatigue
Struggling with mobility, strength, or fatigue from a neurological autoimmune disorder? If the VA won’t recognize your condition, Bouk Law can help. Call (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free, no-obligation VA disability case evaluation.
Autoimmune Blood Disorders
When the immune system targets blood cells, it can lead to life, threatening anemia, bleeding risks, and immune dysfunction. These conditions are often overlooked by VA examiners unless properly documented and connected to service.
We help veterans pursue VA disability for autoimmune disease claims for:
- Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) – Low platelet count, causing easy bruising or bleeding
- Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia – A condition where red blood cells are destroyed faster than they can be produced
Was your VA disability claim denied or delayed for ITP or autoimmune hemolytic anemia? Bouk Law helps veterans nationwide get the benefits they’ve earned. Call (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free VA disability case review.
Other Multi, System Autoimmune Conditions
Some autoimmune disorders don’t fit neatly into one category. These conditions often affect multiple organ systems and produce a wide range of chronic, debilitating symptoms, even when no single diagnosis is confirmed.
We assist veterans dealing with VA disability for autoimmune diseases, such as:
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) – Persistent exhaustion not relieved by rest
- Fibromyalgia – Widespread pain, sensitivity, and fatigue with no identifiable cause
Even if your diagnosis is still unclear, you may qualify for VA disability compensation if you’re experiencing ongoing fatigue, pain, or inflammation that affects your daily functioning.
Chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia are real — even if the VA doesn’t see them clearly on paper. If you’re a veteran living with widespread pain or exhaustion, Bouk Law can help. Call (888)350-4805 or fill out the form for a free VA disability case evaluation.
Click each category above to learn more about how the VA evaluates these specific conditions.
Common Symptoms of Autoimmune Conditions in Veterans
Autoimmune diseases can be difficult to diagnose, but their symptoms are very real. Many veterans live with daily discomfort, flare–ups, or functional limitations, even without a formal label.
Symptoms Often Reported by Veterans Include:
- Chronic fatigue or exhaustion, even after adequate sleep
- Muscle or joint pain and stiffness
- Skin issues – rashes, ulcers, or unusual discoloration
- Digestive problems – bloating, diarrhea, or chronic abdominal pain
- Frequent fevers or flu, like symptoms
- Cognitive issues – difficulty focusing or “brain fog”
- Numbness, tingling, or nerve, related pain
- Sensitivity to heat, sunlight, or cold
- Unexplained weight fluctuations
These symptoms are often cyclical or unpredictable, which makes it harder to convince the VA of their true severity, especially if they don’t show up during a Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam.
Unexplained fatigue, joint pain, or chronic inflammation may be signs of an autoimmune condition the VA has overlooked. At Bouk Law, we help veterans get the VA disability for autoimmune disease benefits they deserve. Call (888)350-4805 or fill out the secure form for a free VA case review.
Why Autoimmune VA Claims Get Denied
Unfortunately, autoimmune-related VA disability claims are among the most frequently denied. This is not because veterans are unqualified; it’s because the claims often don’t match what the VA expects.
Common Reasons for Denial Include:
- Lack of a Formal Diagnosis
- Many autoimmune conditions take years to identify, and some are never officially labeled.
- Condition Considered “Mild”
- The VA may not recognize symptom flares or may assume medications fully control your symptoms.
- No Clear Service Connection
- The VA often overlooks links to toxic exposures, chronic stress, or physical trauma during service.
- Inconsistent Medical Records
- Symptoms that come and go may be dismissed or considered “non, disabling” without proper documentation.
You don’t need a flawless record, you need an advocate who understands how to tell your story and connect the dots between your service and your condition.
Was your VA disability claim denied because the VA didn’t understand your medical condition? You’re not alone — and you still have options. Call Bouk Law at (888)350-4805 or complete the form for a free VA disability case review.
How We Help Veterans With autoimmune disease claims
Autoimmune, related claims are some of the most complex in the VA system, but that’s where we come in.
At Bouk Law, we understand the challenges veterans face when trying to prove invisible or misunderstood illnesses. Our approach is built on clarity, medical evidence, and service connection.
What We Do for You:
- Coordinate with your doctors and specialists to document your condition, symptom flares, and functional limitations
- Gather service, related evidence to link your autoimmune symptoms to toxic exposures, combat stress, or deployment, related illnesses
- Present the full picture to the VA, including fatigue, mobility issues, infections, or neurological symptoms that may not show up on labs
- Support you at every stage, whether you’re filing your first claim, requesting an increased rating, or appealing a denial
- Communicate. We know how to communicate your story in a way the VA can’t ignore.
The VA May Have Overlooked You, We Won’t
If autoimmune symptoms are limiting your ability to work, move, or live comfortably, and the VA hasn’t awarded you the benefits you earned, Call Bouk Law (888)350-4805 or complete the secure form on this page to schedule your free, no-obligation case review.
We’re here to fight for the benefits you’ve earned.