Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2019

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for eligibility for specially adapted housing or a special home adaptation grant.

The Veteran withdrew all issues on appeal, resulting in the dismissal of the case.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded due to the need for clarification on his ability to work and a VA examination.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for dizziness, allergies, sleep apnea, anemia, fatigue, erectile dysfunction, sterility, a skin condition, headaches, refractive error, bronchitis, and unspecified body aches has been denied.,No new evidence was received to reopen the claims for service connection for paralysis, neck to left foot, and back injury or passive aggressive personality disorder.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for Erectile Dysfunction (ED) due to PTSD medications, Agent Orange exposure, and in-service circumcision. The claim was not granted on any basis.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus is currently rated at 20 percent, but the Board found that it does not meet the criteria for a higher rating as his condition does not require regulation of activities and has not resulted in episodes of ketoacidosis or hypoglycemic reactions requiring one or two hospitalizations per year.

The Board dismissed all appeals as the Veteran died during the pendency of the appeal.

The Veteran's prostate cancer and its residuals, including erectile dysfunction and incontinence, are presumed to have been incurred in service due to exposure to herbicides during his active military service in Thailand.

The Board denied service connection for a low back disability and denied entitlement to TDIU prior to October 19, 2015. The Veteran's current disabilities include PTSD, Parkinson's Disease, and erectile dysfunction.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected degenerative joint disease of the lumbar spine.

The Board has granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) since October 29, 2012. The right ear hearing loss disability was not referred for an extraschedular evaluation.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction is rated at 20 percent, and the Board denied a higher rating as there was no evidence of regulation of activities required.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is not service-connected as there was no evidence of a hearing loss disability during or after service.,There is insufficient evidence to establish that the Veteran's hypertension, GERD, ED, insomnia, and depression are related to his military service.,The Veteran did not have any complaints, treatment, or diagnosis for these conditions in service. There is also no evidence linking them to his active duty.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance or housebound status is remanded due to the need for an appropriate medical examination.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to incomplete information regarding his periods of Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve service. Additionally, a VA examination is needed to address the etiology of the Veteran's lumbar spine condition, erectile dysfunction, sleep disorder, liver condition (hepatitis C), and papular dermatitis with pruritus of the right forearm.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including coronary artery disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and peripheral neuropathy, preclude him from securing or following a substantial gainful occupation.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for further development due to incomplete records and failed attempts at contact. The issues of service connection are being remanded as they involve secondary service connection.

The Board has denied service connection for erectile dysfunction, sleep apnea, and dyshidrotic eczema. The case is remanded to obtain additional medical opinions and evidence.

The Board has remanded the case for further examination and opinion regarding the Veteran's skin disorder, which may be related to in-service herbicide exposure. The other issues have been denied.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for diabetes mellitus, type II, with erectile dysfunction and bilateral cataracts is denied. The claim for an initial rating higher than 80 percent for diabetic renal disease (microalbumin) is also denied. The claims for special monthly compensation based on need for regular aid and attendance or housebound status are denied.