Persistent inability to attain or maintain adequate sexual arousal causing distress. May involve lack of physiological response (lubrication, engorgement) or subjective arousal. Can result from hormonal changes, medications, surgery, trauma, or psychological factors. Impacts intimate relationships and quality of life.
Severe dysfunction. Complete inability to achieve arousal, severe relationship strain, profound psychological impact
Moderately severe dysfunction. Persistent inability to achieve arousal despite treatment, significant relationship impact, marked distress
Moderate dysfunction. Frequent difficulty with arousal affecting sexual relationships, requiring ongoing treatment, moderate distress
Mild dysfunction. Occasional difficulty with arousal, minimal impact on relationships, responsive to treatment
No significant impairment or distress
Medical Evidence
Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history
Service Connection
Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)
Personal Statement
Your detailed account of how female sexual arousal disorder affects your daily life and when symptoms began
Lay Evidence
Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms
During your Compensation & Pension exam for female sexual arousal disorder, examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.
Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day
Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence
Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities
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