Erectile dysfunction Board decisions

The Board has decided that the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is related to his service-connected diabetes mellitus type II and remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction is remanded due to the need for a medical opinion regarding whether his erectile dysfunction is caused or aggravated by his service-connected PTSD. The same applies to the SMC claim as it is inextricably intertwined with the service connection claim.

The Veteran's service-connected esophageal disorder and erectile dysfunction did not prevent him from securing or maintaining substantially gainful employment during the appeal period.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to inadequate examination and opinion regarding left testicle disorders, erectile dysfunction, and a skin disorder other than PFB. The Veteran's conditions are related to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for prostate cancer and its residuals, as well as erectile dysfunction and voiding dysfunction secondary to prostate cancer. The decision is based on the presumption of exposure to herbicide agents in Vietnam.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate examination and opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's penis disability, including erectile dysfunction. A new examination is needed to determine if any service-connected disabilities are causing or aggravating this condition.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including PTSD and multiple physical disabilities, meet the schedular criteria for a TDIU. However, due to his employment during part of the appellate period, further evidence is needed to determine if his employment constitutes 'substantially gainful employment' or 'marginal employment'.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD) is not service-connected.,His erectile dysfunction and chest pain are not service-connected.

The Board has granted service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected coronary artery disease.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is related to his service-connected diabetes and has granted service connection for this condition. The Veteran also has been awarded special monthly compensation based on loss of use of a creative organ due to erectile dysfunction. However, several other claims have been remanded as there are outstanding records needed.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and opinions regarding his spine disability, erectile dysfunction, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and cervical spine disability.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to exposure to herbicide agents, including prostate cancer residuals and diabetes mellitus with neuropathy. The bladder disorder and erectile dysfunction claims are also remanded as they are inextricably intertwined.

The Board has determined that the evidence is in equipoise, and therefore grants service connection for erectile dysfunction secondary to post-traumatic stress disorder.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is found to be related to his service-connected diabetes mellitus, and the claim for service connection is granted.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's death, and no jurisdiction remains for further action.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction due to a lack of credible evidence supporting his exposure to herbicide agents during service. The Veteran is also required to provide updated treatment records and undergo examinations to determine the nature and etiology of any diagnosed conditions.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for diabetes mellitus type II with erectile dysfunction was denied prior to March 13, 2018. Beginning on March 13, 2018, the claim was also denied. The Veteran's TDIU claim from October 31, 2011 through March 12, 2018 was granted.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate VA examinations and new guidance from the Court regarding the definition of 'unable to secure and follow substantially gainful employment.' The Veteran's service-connected disabilities are expected to have significant functional effects on his ability to work, as evidenced by private vocational assessments. Further examination is needed to determine if he qualifies for a TDIU.

The Board has denied service connection for diabetes mellitus and remanded the issue of secondary service connection for erectile dysfunction to include as secondary to diabetes mellitus. The case is now pending again.

The Board dismissed the appeal of the denied claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction because the Veteran requested to withdraw all issues on appeal.