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Evidence checklist

Chronic Gastritis

DC 730738 CFR § 4.114Digestive

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Upper endoscopy (EGD) findingsCritical

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy results documenting gastric mucosal inflammation, erosions, atrophy, or other findings consistent with chronic gastritis.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking gastritis to service ("at least as likely as not")Critical

A medical opinion connecting your chronic gastritis to military service, including NSAID use for service-connected pain conditions, stress, or H. pylori acquired during service.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 3 collected
H. pylori testing results

Lab results from H. pylori breath test, stool antigen, or biopsy showing infection status, which is a common cause of chronic gastritis.

VA or private records · written request
NSAID use history linked to service-connected pain conditions

Documentation showing chronic NSAID use (ibuprofen, naproxen) prescribed for service-connected musculoskeletal conditions, establishing a secondary connection.

VA or private records · written request
Treatment records (PPIs, antibiotics, dietary changes)

Records documenting medication history including proton pump inhibitors, H. pylori eradication therapy, and dietary modifications.

VA or private records · written request
03

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Symptom documentation (frequency, severity, flare-ups)

Personal log or medical records documenting the frequency and severity of gastritis symptoms including nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, and weight changes.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
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 →
04

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Stomach and Duodenal ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing endoscopy findings, symptom frequency, treatment, and functional impact of chronic gastritis.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
05

Service records

0 of 1 collected
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

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

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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