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Evidence checklist

Meniere's Disease (Endolymphatic Hydrops)

DC 620538 CFR § 4.87Organs of Sense

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Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
ENT/neurotology evaluation documenting Meniere's diagnosisCritical

Records from an ear, nose, and throat specialist or neurotologist documenting the classic triad: episodic vertigo, fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss, and tinnitus/aural fullness.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking Meniere's disease to service (noise exposure, barotrauma)Critical

Medical opinion connecting Meniere's to in-service noise exposure, barotrauma, head trauma, or other service event.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 1 collected
Audiogram series documenting fluctuating low-frequency SNHLCritical

Serial audiograms showing the characteristic low-frequency or flat sensorineural hearing loss that fluctuates with Meniere's attacks.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
03

Lay statements

0 of 3 collected
Vertigo episode log documenting frequency and duration

Your own or treating physician's documentation of vertigo attack frequency, duration, and prostrating nature — key for rating level.

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 →
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

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