Check-in

Logging Symptoms with Your Check-in

Learn how to add physical and mental symptoms to your check-ins and rate their severity.

In addition to your mood, you can log any physical or mental symptoms you are experiencing. The app will suggest common symptoms based on the emotion category you've selected.

Adding Symptoms to Your Check-in

Step 1: On the check-in screen, scroll down to the "Symptoms" section

Step 2: You will see a grid of symptom chips (e.g., "Headache," "Fatigue")

Step 3: Tap on any symptom you are currently experiencing

Step 4: A Severity Sheet will appear for you to rate the symptom

Available Symptoms

Physical Symptoms

Head & Neurological:

Headache
Migraine
Dizziness
Brain fog
Lightheadedness

Body & Musculoskeletal:

Fatigue
Muscle pain
Joint pain
Weakness
Back pain
Neck pain

Digestive:

Nausea
Upset stomach
Abdominal pain
Bloating
Loss of appetite

Respiratory:

Shortness of breath
Chest tightness
Cough
Congestion

Cardiovascular:

Rapid heartbeat
Palpitations
Chest pain

Other Physical:

Sweating
Chills
Fever
Insomnia
Restlessness

Mental & Emotional Symptoms

Mood & Affect:

Low mood
Irritability
Mood swings
Emotional numbness
Crying spells

Anxiety & Stress:

Racing thoughts
Worry
Panic
Tension
Nervousness

Cognitive:

Poor concentration
Memory issues
Confusion
Indecisiveness

Behavioral:

Social withdrawal
Lack of motivation
Restlessness
Agitation

Rating Symptom Severity

After selecting a symptom, you must rate its severity to help track intensity over time.

The Severity Scale

1-2 (Mild):

Barely noticeable
Doesn't interfere with activities
Easy to ignore
Minor discomfort

3-4 (Mild-Moderate):

Noticeable but manageable
Minimal impact on daily activities
Can still function normally
Occasional distraction

5-6 (Moderate):

Clearly noticeable
Some impact on activities
May need to adjust plans
Regular awareness of symptom

7-8 (Moderate-Severe):

Significant discomfort
Difficult to ignore
Impacts ability to function
May need intervention

9-10 (Severe-Extreme):

Debilitating
Unable to perform normal activities
Requires immediate attention
Most intense experience

How to Rate Severity

Step 1: When the Severity Sheet appears, you'll see a slider

Step 2: Drag the slider to the number that best represents your symptom intensity

Step 3: Read the description below the slider to confirm it matches your experience

Step 4: Tap "Save" to confirm the severity rating

Adding Multiple Symptoms

You can log as many symptoms as you're experiencing in a single check-in.

Step 1: Rate and save the first symptom

Step 2: Tap on another symptom chip to add it

Step 3: Rate its severity

Step 4: Repeat for all symptoms you want to track

Managing Your Symptom List

View all added symptoms:

Listed below the symptom grid
Shows symptom name and severity number
Color-coded by severity level

Edit a symptom:

Tap on an already-selected symptom
Adjust the severity rating
Save the new rating

Remove a symptom:

Swipe left on the symptom in your list
Tap the delete button
Or tap it again to deselect

Adding Context with Notes

For any extra context about your symptoms:

Step 1: Scroll to the "Add Notes" section

Step 2: Tap to open the text field

Step 3: Type relevant details:

When the symptom started
What might have triggered it
What makes it better or worse
Any medications taken
Other relevant context

Step 4: This note is saved with your check-in

Examples of Helpful Notes

For headaches:

"Started after lunch, might be dehydration"
"Tension headache, stressful work meeting"
"Took ibuprofen 30 minutes ago"

For fatigue:

"Only got 5 hours of sleep last night"
"Energy crash after skipping breakfast"
"Still recovering from yesterday's workout"

For anxiety:

"Presentation at work in 2 hours"
"Worried about test results"
"No obvious trigger, might be hormonal"

Why Track Symptoms?

Pattern Recognition

Identify triggers:

What precedes symptoms
Environmental factors
Dietary connections
Stress correlations

Track frequency:

How often symptoms occur
Which are most common
Seasonal patterns
Cyclical occurrences

Monitor severity changes:

Are symptoms getting better or worse?
Do interventions help?
When to seek medical help

Better Healthcare

Prepare for appointments:

Concrete data for your doctor
Frequency and severity records
Pattern insights
Treatment effectiveness

Track medication effects:

Before and after comparisons
Side effect monitoring
Dosage adjustments
Alternative treatment trials

Smart Symptom Suggestions

The app suggests symptoms based on your mood selection:

For Anxious/Stressed Moods

Racing thoughts
Tension
Rapid heartbeat
Restlessness
Difficulty concentrating

For Sad/Low Moods

Fatigue
Low motivation
Poor concentration
Changes in appetite
Sleep issues

For Tired/Low Energy

Fatigue
Weakness
Brain fog
Muscle pain
Headache

For Angry/Frustrated

Tension
Headache
Irritability
Restlessness
Jaw clenching

Viewing Symptom History

In Check-in History

Step 1: Go to History > Check-ins

Step 2: Tap on any past check-in

Step 3: View all symptoms logged with that entry

In 7-Day Summary

The summary card shows:

Most frequently logged symptoms
Average severity levels
Symptom trends over the week

When to Seek Medical Attention

Red Flag Symptoms

Seek immediate help for:

Chest pain or pressure
Difficulty breathing
Severe headache (worst of your life)
Sudden weakness or numbness
Confusion or altered consciousness
Suicidal thoughts

Contact your doctor for:

Persistent symptoms (lasting weeks)
Worsening symptoms despite treatment
New or unusual symptoms
Symptoms interfering with daily life
Concerning patterns you've noticed

Tips for Effective Symptom Tracking

Be Specific

Instead of vague:

"Not feeling well"
"Something's wrong"

Be specific:

"Throbbing headache, right temple"
"Nausea after eating"
"Sharp pain in lower back"

Track Consistently

Regular logging:

Even on good days (log "no symptoms")
Note when symptoms are absent
Track improvements, not just problems
Create complete picture

Use the Severity Scale Consistently

Calibrate your scale:

10 should be your worst imaginable
1 should be barely noticeable
Use the same standards each time
Be honest, not dramatic or minimizing

Add Context

Always note:

Time of day
Recent activities
Food or drink consumed
Medications taken
Sleep quality
Stress levels

📊 Pattern Discovery

After logging symptoms for 2-3 weeks, ask your AI assistant to analyze patterns: "What triggers my headaches?" or "When is my fatigue worst?" The AI can identify correlations you might miss.

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

Symptom tracking is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation. If you're experiencing concerning symptoms, consult with a healthcare provider. The app is a tool for awareness and record-keeping, not diagnosis or treatment.