Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2022

The Board has remanded the claims for bilateral hearing loss, erectile dysfunction, bilateral hip disability, lumbar spine disability, and lower extremity neurological disability due to potential service connection issues. The Veteran's in-service noise exposure and underwater diving experience are being considered.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include generalized anxiety disorder. The issues of service connection for CAD, diabetes mellitus, type II, hypertension, erectile dysfunction, and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities are remanded due to inextricably intertwined with the denial of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to obtain or maintain substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's claims for increased evaluations and service connection are remanded due to the need for additional evidence. The Veteran is not entitled to a higher evaluation for his prostate condition, as he does not meet the criteria for a 60% or higher rating. His erectile dysfunction also does not warrant a compensable rating.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for Erectile Dysfunction and Bilateral Hearing Loss as there is no evidence to support that these conditions were incurred or aggravated by his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the etiology of the Veteran's erectile dysfunction, which is claimed as secondary to prostate cancer. The examiner should consider all relevant evidence and lay statements in forming their opinion.

The Veteran's service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is denied, but he is granted a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.

The Board granted service connection for diabetic neuropathy and genitourinary system disorder (erectile dysfunction) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus, type II. The Veteran was assigned a noncompensable rating for residuals of inactive tuberculosis.

The Veteran's claims for an increased rating for type II diabetes mellitus and a TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including clarification on whether strenuous activity must be avoided to prevent exacerbation of diabetic symptoms.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding whether the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is secondary to his service-connected prostate cancer.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him incapable of performing daily activities or require regular assistance to protect himself from hazards, thus SMC based on the need for aid and attendance is denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for arthritis of the left hip and erectile dysfunction was denied. The Board found that there is no evidence to support a finding that these conditions began during service or are otherwise related to an in-service injury, event, or disease.,For the TBI disability, the Veteran's claim for higher initial ratings was also denied. The Board noted that VA examinations were not associated with the appeal period and thus remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's cervical spine and left ankle disabilities are being remanded for additional development.,Service connection is being remanded for acid reflux, obstructive sleep apnea, ED, and hypertension as secondary to service-connected PTSD.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is caused by or aggravated by his service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and diabetes.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for a low back disability, an acquired psychiatric disability, and erectile dysfunction due to potential issues with diagnostic clarity or need for additional medical examination.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for depression has been dismissed as he withdrew his appeal in the November 2021 hearing. The remaining issues of service connection have been remanded.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is not considered secondary to his service-connected status-post circumcision for balanitis, and the Board finds that it was not incurred in or caused by his military service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction and sleep apnea have been reopened. The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received, but the claims are still being remanded due to outstanding medical records and further development is needed.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further examination and opinion regarding his service-connected right sciatica, back condition, left leg condition, prostate condition, and erectile dysfunction.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's claimed conditions, including diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, hypertension, erectile dysfunction, ischemic heart disease, prostate cancer, right ear hearing loss, and left ear hearing loss, all presumed to be due to herbicide agent exposure during service.