Prostate cancer Board decisions

The Veteran's prostate cancer and associated erectile dysfunction are rated at 40 percent from July 17, 2019. The rating is granted for the period of time when the Veteran required absorbent materials to be changed 2-4 times per day due to urinary frequency issues.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU prior to July 1, 2010 was denied as his service-connected disabilities did not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. The Board found that the Veteran had sufficient education and training to perform his job as a pastor, which is considered substantial gainful employment.

The Veteran's claim of TDIU is remanded due to the need for additional information and review. The Social Security Administration records are requested, and a supplemental statement of the case will be issued if necessary.

The Veteran's death was due to a pending claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for additional disability caused by radiation treatment for service-connected prostate cancer, which has been remanded for further action.

The Board has reopened the claims for service connection for Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer due to new evidence suggesting possible exposure to Agent Orange. However, further verification is needed regarding whether the Veteran set foot in Vietnam or served within 12 nautical miles of its shores while aboard his ships.

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease and prostate cancer, both presumed to be related to herbicide agent exposure. The Veteran's claim for a sleep disability is remanded due to incomplete records. The claims for higher initial ratings for hearing loss are also remanded.

The Veteran's service connection for prostate cancer and residuals thereof as a result of in-service exposure to herbicide agents was granted.

The Board remands the claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, hepatitis A, prostate cancer, diabetes mellitus, type II (diabetes), right knee condition, and left knee condition to ensure all relevant evidence is considered.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for prostate cancer is remanded due to uncertainty regarding his exposure to herbicides. The Board requests verification from the VA Military Records Research Center (MRRC) to determine if he was exposed during his service in the Panama Canal Zone.

The Board remands the claim for service connection for residuals of prostate cancer to verify whether the Veteran had service near the Korean DMZ and to obtain any outstanding medical records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a cardiovascular disorder and prostate cancer, both potentially related to in-service herbicide exposure. The appeal is being returned to VA for further development of evidence regarding the Veteran's service on ships during his Vietnam-era service.

The Veteran's appeal for increased disability ratings for prostate cancer has been dismissed due to the Veteran's request to withdraw his appeals.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for various conditions, including heart disease, lung disease, prostate cancer, embolic cerebrovascular accident (stroke), and erectile dysfunction, all potentially related to herbicide exposure during service in Thailand. The appellant is requested to provide information about her husband's alleged herbicide exposure while stationed at Takhli, Korat, Ubon, and Udorn RTAFBs.

The Veteran's death was caused by prostate cancer, which the Appellant claims he was exposed to due to herbicide agent exposure at Eglin Air Force Base. The Board has remanded the case for further investigation into the Veteran's exposure and service connection.

The Board denied service connection for prostate cancer and diabetes mellitus type II, finding that the evidence did not support a link to exposure to herbicide agents during active duty in Korea.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent, which does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.,For the period from June 15, 2018 to March 2, 2020, the Veteran has been granted a TDIU based on his service-connected prostate cancer and other disabilities. The issue of TDIU is moot due to SMC being in place for this period.,Prior to June 15, 2018, the Veteran was found not eligible for a TDIU as he did not meet the schedular criteria at that time.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for IHD, prostate cancer, and ED are granted due to herbicide exposure during his time in Korea. The Board has ordered the Department of Army to verify the Veteran's claimed exposure.

The Veteran's service connection for prostate cancer due to herbicide exposure is granted. The Board also remanded the issue of service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to prostate cancer.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions regarding the cause of death and its relation to service-connected conditions.

The Board denied service connection for prostate cancer as there was no evidence of exposure to herbicide agents during service and the Veteran's service treatment records did not suggest an injury, event, or illness that could lead to prostate cancer.