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Evidence checklist

Chronic Conjunctivitis

DC 601838 CFR § 4.79Organs of Sense

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Ophthalmology evaluation documenting chronic conjunctivitis type and severityCritical

Records from an ophthalmologist documenting allergic, chemical/toxic, or infectious etiology, papillary or follicular reaction, and treatment history.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking chronic conjunctivitis to service (chemical, burn pit, dust)Critical

Medical opinion connecting chronic conjunctivitis to in-service chemical or burn pit smoke exposure, dust/sand exposure in deployment environments, or toxic substance contact.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Treatment records documenting ongoing management

Records showing the frequency of treatment (antihistamine drops, steroids, antibiotics) and chronic/recurrent nature of the condition.

VA or private records · written request
03

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 →
04

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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