Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2019

The Veteran's claim for erectile dysfunction is being remanded as the medical evidence does not support a compensable rating.,The claims for left and right knee disabilities are also being remanded, with requests for additional information from the Veteran.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II with erectile dysfunction has worsened, and a new examination is needed to determine the current severity of his service-connected disability.

The Veteran's need for regular aid and assistance is not due to his service-connected disabilities, as it is primarily attributed to a non-service connected stroke. The Veteran does not meet the criteria for automobile and adaptive equipment or adaptive equipment only benefits.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss disability is currently rated as noncompensable, and the Board has remanded this issue for further development.,Tinnitus is currently rated at 10 percent, which is the maximum schedular rating available.

The Board has remanded several issues related to the Veteran's prostate cancer, including service connection for metastatic bone cancer, muscle weakness, bladder impairment, erectile dysfunction, posture impairment, and sleep disturbance. The remand is due to insufficient evidence regarding the relationship between the Veteran's prostate cancer and exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

The Board has reopened the claims for hypertension, hydronephrosis, and limpomas, to include cysts due to new and material evidence. The erectile dysfunction claim is remanded.

The Veteran's dental disability, sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction, and left sided varicocele are not service-connected.,The effective date for the grant of service connection for right eye injury is remanded.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for coronary artery disease, hypertension, erectile dysfunction, and an acquired psychiatric disorder is granted. The claims for hypertension and erectile dysfunction secondary to coronary artery disease are remanded as additional evidence is needed. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder is also remanded.

The Board has denied a rating in excess of 10 percent for hypertension and remanded the issues of service connection for sleep apnea, compensable rating for erectile dysfunction, and rating in excess of 20 percent for hemorrhoids. The Veteran's appeal for special monthly compensation based on loss of use is also remanded.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for alcohol, cocaine, and cannabis abuse and erectile dysfunction (ED), finding that there was no evidence to support these claims. The claim for a disability rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD was also denied.

The Veteran's service connection claims for various conditions, including coronary artery disease and unspecified depressive disorder with alcohol use disorder, have been granted. The remaining issues are either denied or remanded.

The Board denied service connection for left knee degenerative joint disease, right knee disability, and tinnitus. The Veteran's ED was remanded due to insufficient evidence linking it to his service-connected condition.,Service connection for right wrist disability is also remanded as the claimant asserts that it is secondary to a service-connected condition.

The Veteran's sleep apnea and ED were denied as not being related to his service-connected PTSD.,Peripheral neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities was also denied due to lack of evidence showing onset during service or connection to service.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, erectile dysfunction, and retina problems as secondary to diabetes mellitus due to the Veteran's exposure to herbicides during his military service.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is granted effective June 1, 2011, the date of his separation from service. The decision was based on his service-connected disabilities and their impact on his ability to work.

The Board has restored service connection for Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Peripheral Neuropathy of the Right and Left Lower Extremities, and Erectile Dysfunction (secondary to diabetes).

The appeal as to PTSD is dismissed. Service connection for dry eye syndrome, secondary to service-connected bilateral pinguecula, is granted. The claim of entitlement to service connection for a left eye corneal scar is remanded. The claim of entitlement to service connection for irritable bowel syndrome is remanded. The claim of entitlement to a compensable disability rating for residuals of cholecystectomy is remanded. The claim of entitlement to service connection for hypertension is remanded. The claim of entitlement to service connection for erectile dysfunction is remanded. The claim of entitlement to service connection for headaches is remanded.

The Board denied service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to PTSD and denied service connection for a pituitary disorder. The decision is final.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his left knee sprain, chronic right epididymo-orchitis, and adjustment disorder with depressed mood. The claim of entitlement to a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disorders is also remanded.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records from SSA.