Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2012

The Board has ordered a remand to obtain additional VA medical records and an examination to determine the current severity of the Veteran's service-connected organic erectile dysfunction, as well as whether his Peyronie's disease is caused or aggravated by this condition.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's ischemic heart disease, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction are related to his service-connected conditions. The decision is mixed as it finds some evidence supporting the claims but also acknowledges equipoise in others.

The Veteran's claim for a Total Disability Rating Based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) was granted effective February 18, 2003, due to his service-connected disabilities. The rating assigned is 60 percent.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for erectile dysfunction and prostate cancer residuals have been denied as there is no evidence of urinary leakage or obstructed voiding that would warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran is found to be unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his service-connected disabilities, particularly his PTSD.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities are of such severity to preclude him from obtaining or maintaining substantially gainful employment, warranting a total disability rating based on individual unemployability.

The Veteran requested withdrawal of his appeal for the issues related to depression, bipolar disorder, and atrial fibrillation. The remaining issues have been remanded.

The Board found that there was no evidence linking the appellant's erectile dysfunction to his military service or diabetes mellitus, and thus denied the claim.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current hearing loss or tinnitus disorder related to his military service, and there is insufficient evidence to establish a connection between his hypertension, heart disease, and erectile dysfunction with his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for a VA opinion regarding whether the Veteran's service-connected conditions or exposure to asbestos in service caused his death. The appellant is also provided with new notice letter and an opportunity to submit additional evidence.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is proximately due to or the result of his service-connected disabilities, including type II diabetes mellitus and coronary atherosclerosis.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction is rated at 20 percent, and his peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities are each rated at 10 percent. The combined rating for these conditions is 40 percent.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for erectile dysfunction was denied as there is no evidence of a penile deformity, which would be required for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic code.

The Board has determined that a new VA examination is needed to address the etiology of the Veteran's erectile dysfunction, including its relationship to his service-connected PTSD and diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran meets the basic eligibility requirements for assistance in acquiring a special home adaptation grant, but does not meet the criteria for specially adaptive housing.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction was not shown to be related to service, including presumed exposure to Agent Orange or service-connected PTSD. The Board denied the claim as there is no evidence of a nexus between the current condition and military service.

The Board has granted service connection for urinary dysfunction as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected prostate cancer. The issue of service connection for erectile dysfunction is being remanded.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to obtain an adequate VA examination and address the Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction, including as secondary to any service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to inconsistencies in the VA psychiatric examination report and incomplete opinions regarding service connection for hypertension, gastrointestinal disability, rheumatoid arthritis, erectile dysfunction, and sleep apnea.,Service connection for PTSD has been granted. The Veteran seeks an increased evaluation. Service connection for hypertension, gastrointestinal disability, rheumatoid arthritis, erectile dysfunction, and sleep apnea are also on appeal.,The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is associated with his gastrointestinal disability (GERD, hiatal hernia, irritable bowel syndrome). Service connection for these conditions is sought as secondary to the Veteran's PTSD. The Veteran seeks an increased evaluation for PTSD.,Service connection for hypertension and rheumatoid arthritis are denied. Service connection for erectile dysfunction and sleep apnea is also on appeal.,The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is associated with his gastrointestinal disability (GERD, hiatal hernia, irritable bowel syndrome). Service connection for these conditions is sought as secondary to the Veteran's PTSD. The Veteran seeks an increased evaluation for PTSD.,Service connection for hypertension and rheumatoid arthritis are denied. Service connection for erectile dysfunction and sleep apnea is also on appeal.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to incomplete examination reports and issues related to service connection.