Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2018

The Veteran's appeal is granted for increased ratings in various areas, including coronary artery disease and diabetic peripheral neuropathy. The reduction of the rating for left upper extremity diabetic peripheral neuropathy from 10 percent to noncompensable was found proper.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher rating or service connection.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for epididymitis and erectile dysfunction have been denied as there is no direct evidence of a current disability related to his in-service treatment, and the Board finds that the Veteran did not meet the requirements for secondary service connection.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current erectile dysfunction is causally related to or aggravated by his service-connected hypertension, and thus grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran withdrew his claims for various disabilities, including those related to the lumbar spine, knees, erectile dysfunction, feet, and a creative organ. The appeals are dismissed as a result.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for an increased disability rating in excess of 60 percent for prostate cancer on an extraschedular basis, finding that his prostate cancer did not present an exceptional or unusual disability picture.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension and erectile dysfunction are related to his active service, granting service connection for both conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is denied as he does not meet the criteria for a compensable initial disability rating for his left inguinal hernia, repaired with scar. For PTSD prior to April 28, 2016, the Veteran meets the criteria for a 70 percent disability rating. From April 28, 2016, he does not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.