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Evidence checklist

Salivary Gland Disease

DC 999938 CFR § 4.150 (unlisted condition — rated by analogy under 38 CFR 4.20)Dental/Oral

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Oral surgery or otolaryngology evaluation documenting salivary gland conditionCritical

Records documenting condition type (chronic parotitis, Sjogren's, salivary duct obstruction, radiation-induced xerostomia), symptoms, and treatment.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking salivary gland disease to service (radiation, trauma, medication)Critical

Medical opinion connecting salivary gland disease to in-service head/neck radiation, trauma, or medications used in service, or to a service-connected condition (Sjogren's as secondary to another autoimmune SC condition).

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Salivary gland ultrasound, CT, or MRI

Imaging documenting gland size, calculi, duct obstruction, or structural changes.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
Lab workup for autoimmune cause (ANA, anti-SSA/SSB if Sjogren's)

Laboratory results supporting an autoimmune salivary gland disease diagnosis.

Imaging or lab facility · records 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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