Evidence checklist
Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Residuals
Evidence strength
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Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 3 collectedRecords from a neurologist or pain specialist showing lasting nerve pain after shingles, its severity, location, and what treatments have been tried.
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A medical opinion connecting your shingles (herpes zoster reactivation) to stress, illness, or immune suppression during military service, or to a service-connected condition that weakened your immune system.
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Records from an eye doctor if shingles affected your eye (herpes zoster ophthalmicus), documenting any vision loss, corneal scarring, or chronic eye inflammation.
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Treatment records
0 of 3 collectedMedical records from when you had the shingles outbreak, including the location and severity of the rash, and treatment provided.
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Records showing medications tried for nerve pain (gabapentin, pregabalin, lidocaine patches, nerve blocks) and how well they worked.
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Photos and medical records documenting any lasting scars, skin discoloration, or sensitivity in the area where shingles appeared.
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Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedA written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedDisability Benefits Questionnaire documenting your postherpetic neuralgia severity, affected nerve distribution, and functional limitations.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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