Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2023

The Veteran's PTSD and erectile dysfunction are being remanded for further review as the issues of service connection are not clear.

The Board has found that there are outstanding VA medical records for hearing loss and new evidence submitted by the Veteran regarding in-service herbicide agent exposure. The claims are remanded to acquire these records and determine if the Veteran was exposed to herbicide agents during active service.

The Veteran's hypertension was not rated as compensable prior to July 6, 2018.,There is no evidence of a current bilateral hearing loss disability for VA purposes during the appeal period.,Service connection for erectile dysfunction secondary to major depressive disorder has been granted.,Service connection for sleep apnea has not been established.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and adjudication due to conflicting medical opinions regarding the etiology of the Veteran's right knee disability and erectile dysfunction.

The Veteran's cause of death is attributed to chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure, nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis, and unspecified atrial fibrillation. The Board has determined that the service connection for these conditions needs further clarification due to insufficient evidence in the record.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for splenectomy residuals is remanded due to the need for a new examination.,Service connection for erectile dysfunction and low sperm count, both secondary to hernia repair, are also remanded as there are issues with the current evidence provided.

The Board has granted service connection for anxiety, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and erectile dysfunction (ED) as due to the Veteran's service-connected lumbar spine disorder. Service connection is remanded for asthma, right knee tendonitis and patellofemoral pain syndrome, left knee tendonitis and patellofemoral pain syndrome, migraines, and a bilateral foot disorder.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss is remanded due to the possibility of worsening since his last VA examination in July 2016.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II as due to herbicide agent exposure is remanded because there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to diabetes mellitus, type II is remanded due to the possibility that the condition has worsened since the last VA examination in July 2016.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is remanded because there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic kidney disease is remanded due to the possibility that there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a cervical spine disorder is remanded because there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a right shoulder disorder is remanded due to the possibility that there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a left shoulder disorder is remanded due to the possibility that there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a right knee scar is remanded because there may be new evidence indicating exposure within the territorial waters of Guam or the Republic of Vietnam during his active duty service.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for presbyopia is denied as refractive errors are not considered diseases or injuries under VA regulations.

The Board has dismissed all pending appeals related to service connection for various conditions, including erectile dysfunction, hip conditions, back and neck disabilities, vision issues, coughing, numbness in arms and legs, migraines, and PTSD. The Veteran requested withdrawal of his appeals prior to the decision being made.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction and reduction of disability ratings for bilateral knee patellofemoral syndrome due to lack of substantial compliance with previous remand directives.

The Board has granted service connection for type II diabetes mellitus, left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, erectile dysfunction, and obstructive sleep apnea on a secondary basis to the Veteran's service-connected left ankle and left knee disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction and left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, both of which are found to be related to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction, which is secondary to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus type II.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, prostate cancer residuals, tinnitus, bilateral hearing loss, and erectile dysfunction, have caused him to be unable to obtain or maintain substantially gainful employment. The Board has granted a TDIU rating.

The Veteran's low back disorder, bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy (claimed as secondary to a low back disorder), erectile dysfunction, and pelvic saddle disorder are being remanded for further evaluation due to concerns about the adequacy of VA care during emergency room visits in March 2016.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his psychiatric condition and various musculoskeletal issues, did not preclude him from obtaining and maintaining substantially gainful employment. The Board found that the Veteran had a solid foundation for employment based on his education and work history, despite some limitations due to his disabilities.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is being remanded for a VA examination to determine if it is caused or aggravated by his service-connected lumbar spine degenerative disc and joint disease and/or lentigo malignant melanoma.

The Board has remanded multiple issues related to the Veteran's service connection claims due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and the skin condition of the feet and legs characterized by pain, itching, and hyperpigmentation has been granted.,Other claims remain pending as they are remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation from December 20, 2006, to June 2, 2009.