Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2026

The Board denied the claims for service connection due to lack of new and relevant evidence.

The Veteran's service connection claims for lumbosacral strain, cervical neck strain, left knee with torn meniscus, and erectile dysfunction are denied.,The Veteran's claim for PTSD is remanded as there was a duty to assist error in failing to obtain an opinion regarding cannabis use disorder.

The Board has denied service connection for both an acquired psychiatric disorder and erectile dysfunction as secondary to the acquired psychiatric disorder. The evidence does not support a finding that these conditions are related to or caused by service.

The Board has granted service connection for sexual dysfunction, to include erectile dysfunction and low sperm count, as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected PTSD.

The Veteran's appeals for higher ratings on PTSD, migraine headaches, GERD, ED, and right ankle condition have been dismissed due to the Veteran's death. The claims will be dismissed without prejudice.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his bilateral lower extremity neuropathy due to diabetes mellitus, have resulted in loss of use of both lower extremities. The Board has granted eligibility for specially adapted housing and dismissed the claim for a special home adaptation grant as moot.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction, rotator cuff tendonitis of the right shoulder, and lumbar spinal stenosis and degenerative arthritis. The conditions are all found to be related to his service-connected PTSD, physical training during active duty, or military duties.

The Veteran's appeal for an earlier effective date for the 70 percent rating for PTSD is dismissed as a freestanding claim.,The Veteran's appeal for an earlier effective date for service connection of voiding dysfunction is denied due to the secondary nature of the condition.,SMC based on loss of use of a creative organ (erectile dysfunction) is granted.,TDIU prior to July 30, 2024 is granted.

The Board has restored service connection for hypertension, prostate cancer with urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and obstructive sleep apnea as the November 2025 AOJ decision was void ab initio due to failure to comply with proper procedural steps.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, and erectile dysfunction have been denied. The Board found no evidence of herbicide exposure or other conditions related to the Veteran's military service.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and entitlement to a compensable rating are being remanded due to the AOJ failing to provide proper notice of his right to a hearing. The Board will now instruct the AOJ to provide such notice.

The Board has granted service connection for Erectile Dysfunction and Bilateral Eye Allergic Conjunctivitis, finding that the conditions are secondary to the Veteran's PTSD.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including psychiatric disability and various scars, have resulted in unemployability. The Board has granted a TDIU based on the combined rating of 80 percent.

The Veteran's PFB is currently rated at 0 percent and the RO has remanded to determine if a separate rating for scarring should be assigned.,The Veteran's ED is currently rated at 0 percent and the RO has remanded to determine if a higher rating based on external or internal penis deformity should be assigned.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction is granted. The claims for increased ratings for prostate cancer and voiding dysfunction, as well as the TDIU and renal dysfunction claims are remanded due to pre-decisional duty to assist error.

The Board has granted an effective date of May 27, 2023 for the award of service connection for Erectile Dysfunction and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) based on loss of use of a creative organ.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for Special Monthly Compensation based on the need for aid and attendance, as he is able to perform his daily activities with assistance from his wife when needed.

The Veteran's service-connected depressive disorder and other disabilities have rendered him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment, leading to a grant of TDIU. Additionally, the Veteran is entitled to SMC based on housebound criteria.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss has been evaluated as noncompensable due to the lack of evidence showing a compensable level of disability.,There is no current diagnosis of urinary frequency, and the Veteran does not have any history or treatment for this condition. Therefore, service connection for urinary frequency is denied.,The Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of erectile dysfunction, and there is no evidence linking his condition to service. Service connection for erectile dysfunction is denied.,VA examinations are required to determine if the Veteran's low back and neck conditions are related to his service, including any in-service incidents such as falls and carrying heavy objects.,VA examinations are needed to assess whether the Veteran's diabetes mellitus and IBS are related to his service, specifically his exposure to TERA during service.,VA examinations are required to determine if the Veteran's GERD is related to his service, including any in-service exposures such as TERA.,VA examinations are necessary to evaluate if the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is linked to his service, considering his reported in-service exposure to TERA.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is granted as secondary to his service-connected PTSD. The Board also remanded the issues of increased ratings for bilateral knee disabilities.