Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2018

The previously denied claims for back strain, diabetes mellitus type II, and an acquired mental health condition are reopened. The claim of service connection for asthma is denied.,The previously denied claims for sleep apnea, irritable bowel syndrome, erectile dysfunction, and myasthenia gravis are also remanded.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus, and thus grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's service-connected degenerative joint disease of the left and right knees, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction are all granted. The issue of an evaluation greater than 50% for PTSD is remanded.

The Veteran's appeals concerning PTSD, a mental illness other than PTSD, headaches, postoperative cyst removal residuals, erectile dysfunction, and coronary artery disease have been remanded due to the need for additional examinations and opinions.

The Veteran's PTSD, erectile dysfunction associated with PTSD, and SMC at the (k) rate for loss of use of a creative organ were granted effective April 26, 2018. The Veteran's sleep apnea was also granted service connection effective April 26, 2018.,An earlier effective date of April 28, 2017, was established for the award of service connection for erectile dysfunction associated with PTSD and SMC (k).

The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to service-connected disabilities is being remanded as the VA examiner failed to conduct an examination. The Veteran has multiple service-connected conditions, including prostate cancer and PTSD, which may affect his employability.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to inadequate examinations and conflicting medical opinions. The issues include labyrinthitis with vestibular dysfunction, lumbar strain with sacroiliac pain, right leg arterial insufficiency secondary to diabetes mellitus, hypertension secondary to diabetes mellitus, obstructive sleep apnea secondary to diabetes mellitus, erectile dysfunction secondary to diabetes mellitus, and diabetic retinopathy secondary to diabetes mellitus.

The appeal regarding the right wrist condition is dismissed. The claim for service connection of erectile dysfunction as secondary to PTSD is granted.

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease, prostate cancer, and erectile dysfunction. The claims for rectal incontinence and urinary incontinence are remanded as further development is needed.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's erectile dysfunction as secondary to his acquired psychiatric disability.

The Veteran's prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction are rated based on their current manifestations.,Service connection for the cause of death is remanded, as well as TDIU prior to May 14, 2013.

The Veteran's claim for service connection of a right hip condition, alcohol use disorder (claimed as a nervous disorder), and erectile dysfunction was denied. The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for residuals of prostate cancer, status post prostatectomy, rated 60 percent since September 1, 2012, is granted.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities preclude substantially gainful employment prior to March 30, 2011.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a genitourinary disability, including chronic orchalgia, erectile dysfunction, infertility and hypogonadism, has been granted. The issue of special monthly compensation based on loss of use is also remanded.

The Veteran's claim for an initial rating in excess of 20 percent for diabetes with erectile dysfunction is being remanded due to the need for additional VA treatment records.

The Board has dismissed all issues of service connection due to the Veteran's death.

The Board denied service connection for erectile dysfunction but remanded the issue of service connection for bilateral neurologic disability of upper extremities. The Veteran's erectile dysfunction was not found to be related to his service or a service-connected condition, and the neurological disabilities were attributed to repetitive use after service.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance from another person, warranting SMC at the aid and attendance rate. As this is a greater benefit than SMC on account of being housebound, his claim for SMC based on housebound status is dismissed.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection and increased ratings due to insufficient notice being provided to the appellant. The claims will be returned to the AOJ for further action.

The Board has denied service connection for tinea pedis and dismissed the claim of service connection for sleep apnea. The claims of service connection for erectile dysfunction, bilateral hands disability, and radiculopathy of the right lower leg are all remanded.