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Evidence checklist

Brucellosis

DC 631638 CFR § 4.88bInfectious Diseases

Evidence strength

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Target
Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Infectious disease records documenting brucellosis diagnosisCritical

Records from a doctor showing your brucellosis diagnosis, how you were likely exposed (contaminated food, water, or animal contact), and treatment provided.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking brucellosis to service (deployment exposure)Critical

A medical opinion connecting your brucellosis to exposure during military service, such as contact with animals, consuming unpasteurized dairy, or deployment to areas where brucellosis is common.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Records documenting chronic symptoms or organ damage

Documentation of lasting effects such as recurring fevers, joint pain (sacroiliitis), liver or spleen enlargement, or chronic fatigue.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 1 collected
Lab tests confirming brucellosis (blood culture, serology)Critical

Blood culture results growing Brucella bacteria or serology results (agglutination test) confirming the infection.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
04

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
05

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
DBQ — Infectious Diseases

Disability Benefits Questionnaire completed by your doctor documenting your current symptoms, residuals, and functional limitations.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
06

Service records

0 of 2 collected
Deployment records showing service in endemic area

Military records showing you served in an area where brucellosis is common (Middle East, Mediterranean region, Central Asia, Latin America).

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180

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