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Evidence checklist

Granuloma Annulare

DC 7899-780638 CFR § 4.118Skin

Evidence strength

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Target
Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 3 collected
Dermatology evaluation or biopsy confirming granuloma annulareCritical

A dermatologist should confirm the diagnosis. A biopsy can distinguish granuloma annulare from similar-looking conditions like ringworm.

Private provider · independent opinion
Body surface area estimate of all lesion sitesCritical

The examiner should check hands, feet, elbows, knees, and trunk for ring-shaped bumps and estimate total body surface area.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking granuloma annulare to serviceCritical

A medical opinion connecting your condition to trauma, infections, environmental exposures, or onset during military service.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Treatment records (corticosteroids, phototherapy, systemic therapy)Critical

Records of all treatments. If you need oral medications or phototherapy, these count as systemic therapy.

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

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Skin DiseasesCritical

A standardized VA form capturing lesion locations, body surface area, and treatment used.

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

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