Erectile dysfunction Board decisions

The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for hypertension, erectile dysfunction, and bilateral hearing loss. The RO assigned noncompensable initial ratings for these conditions.

The Board has denied the veteran's claim of service connection for erectile dysfunction, finding that there is no evidence to support a causal link between his service-connected type II diabetes mellitus and his current erectile dysfunction.

The Board found that the veteran's diabetes mellitus, with diabetic neuropathy of the lower extremities and erectile dysfunction, does not warrant a disability evaluation in excess of 20 percent.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining medical opinions to determine if the veteran's heart disease and erectile dysfunction are related to his service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The veteran's claim for a higher initial rating for his erectile dysfunction secondary to service-connected prostate cancer is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including a VA examination and notification of the VCAA requirements.

The veteran's diabetes mellitus, with associated complications including chronic renal failure and hypertension, is currently rated at 20 percent. A separate compensable rating for chronic renal failure has not been granted.

The Board found that the veteran does not have hypertension or erectile dysfunction that is related to service-connected diabetes mellitus. Service connection for these conditions was denied.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have service connection for prostate cancer, erectile dysfunction, peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, or a skin condition due to in-service exposure. The claim for hemorrhoids was previously denied and no new and material evidence has been received.

The Board has determined that the veteran's recurrent chest wall strain originated during his period of active military service and granted service connection for this condition. The initial evaluations for erectile dysfunction, depression, and upper and lower back disorders are also addressed.

The Board found no evidence of a disability manifested by erectile dysfunction or impotence due to service, including the circumcision performed in service.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction, finding it secondary to the veteran's service-connected scrotal scar and PTSD. The veteran is also potentially eligible for special monthly compensation due to loss of use of a creative organ.

The veteran is seeking compensation for additional disability from erectile dysfunction with penile deformity and constant infections, as well as depression, resulting from VA surgical procedures in February 2002. The case must be remanded to obtain VAMC records of the surgeries and hospitalization.

The VA determined that the veteran's erectile dysfunction was not caused by negligence or errors in judgment on the part of VA, and thus compensation benefits under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 are denied.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction and peripheral neuropathy, as well as his claim for an increased evaluation for PTSD. The veteran's conditions were not found to be related to his active service or service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board found no competent evidence linking the veteran's diagnosed conditions to his chemical exposure during service. The case is being remanded for further development of records from the VA medical center in Dallas, Texas.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities prevent him from securing and maintaining a substantially gainful occupation consistent with his education and occupational experience.

The Board found that the veteran's service-connected conditions, except for his loss of use of both hands due to Dupuytren's contractures, do not require regular aid and attendance.

The veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a finding of service connection or entitlement to an increased rating under the current criteria.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD is incurred in active military service and his right upper extremity weakness is related to a service-connected gunshot wound.

The veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for diabetes mellitus, erectile dysfunction, and bilateral hearing loss were denied. Service connection was not granted for rhinitis, tinea pedis, or recurrent pneumonia.