Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2018

The claims of service connection for IBS and stomach ulcer are dismissed. The claim of service connection for erectile dysfunction is granted, but the rating assigned remains to be determined. The claims of service connection for left hip disorder, left knee disorder, hearing loss, tinnitus, psychiatric disorder, sleep disorder, and erectile dysfunction are remanded.

The Veteran's claims for SMC based on need for aid and attendance of another person, housebound status, special home adaptation or specially adapted housing, and automobile adaptive equipment are remanded due to the need for a VA medical opinion regarding his service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities rendered him unemployable from June 16, 2011 until January 23, 2012. The Board granted a TDIU for this period as his combined disability rating was at least 70 percent.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus and PTSD.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for a left testicle disability and granted it. The claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction was denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for a DRO hearing.

The Board has remanded the claims of entitlement to service connection for right knee degenerative joint disease and erectile dysfunction due to inadequate medical opinions in prior decisions.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for service connection for ED and Sleep Deprivation, as well as his claim for an increased rating for right lateral epicondylitis. The remand is due to inadequate opinions provided by the VA examiners in previous examinations.

The Veteran's prostate cancer is in remission and not currently causing renal dysfunction. His erectile dysfunction does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating. The Veteran has sleep impairment secondary to his service-connected major depressive disorder, which is already considered under the current rating for his depressive disorder. No other conditions have been granted or denied.

The Board has remanded the cases due to inadequate medical opinions and further development is required.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction. However, the issue of whether the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is related to his diabetes mellitus type II remains unresolved due to a lack of adequate medical opinion.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for the issuance of a Statement of the Case regarding his claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea. The rating for diabetes mellitus type II (diabetes); with erectile dysfunction; and mild non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy remains denied.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is not characterized by a penile deformity, and the scars associated with prostate cancer are not painful or unstable.,The Veteran's post-surgical scar associated with prostate cancer does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 7804 or 7805.,VA must obtain updated VA treatment records and provide an addendum opinion regarding the active status of the Veteran’s prostate cancer, to include rising PSA levels. The Veteran should also be provided with a VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of his sleep apnea and liver cysts.,The Veteran's left knee internal derangement must be evaluated for current severity and manifestations.,VA must provide an appropriate clinician to examine the Veteran regarding his service-connected prostate cancer, sleep apnea, liver cysts, and left knee disability. The examiner should provide etiology opinions as requested.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's erectile dysfunction was first manifested during his period of active service and is related to his in-service hernia surgery, granting service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is granted as it is related to his service, with the exception of a ruptured right ear drum which has not been diagnosed.,Coronary artery disease and erectile dysfunction are denied as there is no evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Veteran's facial scars have been rated as noncompensable due to the absence of characteristics of disfigurement or pain. The Board has found that the preponderance of evidence does not support a higher rating.,Several service connection claims for various disabilities are being remanded, including cervical and lumbar spine disabilities, left hip disability, sleep disorder (including sleep apnea), GERD, erectile dysfunction, headaches, neurological disabilities of the buttocks and lower extremities, chronic pain, and acquired psychiatric disorders.

The Board denied service connection for brain disorder, vision disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, gastroesophageal reflux disease, erectile dysfunction, and prostate disorder. The Veteran did not have a diagnosed brain disorder or vision disorder related to his military service.

The Board has reopened the claims for service connection for muscle spasms, heart disability, erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer, hernia, ulcers and an acquired psychiatric disability to include PTSD and depression. The claims are remanded due to the need for further development.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU are being remanded due to the submission of new evidence. The AOJ will review this evidence and further adjudicate the claims.

The Board has denied service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension, finding that the preponderance of evidence is against a causal relationship to service or service-connected conditions. The claim for erectile dysfunction secondary to PTSD remains pending.,A new VA examination is needed to determine if the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is related to his active duty service and/or service-connected PTSD.