The Board denied an initial compensable disability rating for groin pain as the Veteran does not have testicular atrophy of both testicles.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that the Veteran had testicular atrophy in both testicles, which is required for a compensable rating under DC 7523.
- Claimed conditions
- groin pain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 25, 2025
- Citation
- A25055096
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew all appeals related to service connection for urinary pain, ejaculation pain, groin pain, pelvic pain, and sleep disturbance.
- Denied
The Board denied service connection for a condition manifested by groin pain, leg burning, and lower extremity swelling as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected prostate cancer. The Board also denied special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance.
- Granted
The Board granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, effective from the date of the February 2025 rating decision.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claim for a medical examination to determine if the Veteran's current neck strain is related to his in-service activities.
We are not the VA. Veterans’ Rights is an independent resource built for veterans. We are not the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, not part of the government, and not endorsed by any government agency.
This is general information, not legal advice. For advice about your own situation, talk to a VA-accredited representative — many help for free.