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# I Think I Caught Something

Infectious illness

For suspected infectious illnesses and contagious conditions

### Episode Information

Episode Name:
Date & Time:

### About Red Flag Questions

Red Flag questions help identify symptoms that may require immediate medical attention. If you answer "yes" to any red flag question, consider seeking professional help promptly rather than continuing to self-treat.

## Complaints

1. What symptoms made me think I caught something
2. Where I might have been exposed or who was sick around me
3. How sick I feel right now
Use arrow keys or tab to navigate between severity levels. Press Enter or Space to select.
Level 1 (Mild): Minor symptoms that don't significantly impact daily activities
Current Level: 1 - Mild
4. **Red Flag**: I'm having high fever, severe chills, or can't keep fluids down

## Pain Assessment

Is pain a significant component of what you're experiencing?
Yes, I'm experiencing significant pain No, pain is not a major concern

#### [TRACK] Enhanced Pain Documentation Available

For illness-related pain, detailed tracking can help identify patterns and provide valuable information for healthcare providers.

Choose your preferred pain tracking method:

Quick = Visual body diagram • Complete = Detailed questionnaire

## Actions/Activities

1. What I was doing in the days before I got sick
2. What I've tried to help myself feel better
3. What seems to help my symptoms or make them worse
4. Medications and treatments I've tried (since last note)

## Response

1. How my symptoms have changed since they started
2. What has helped me feel better the most
3. How this is affecting my daily routine and others around me
4. **Red Flag**: I'm having trouble breathing, chest pain, or severe weakness

## Expectations

1. What I think I caught and how long it usually lasts
2. What would show me I'm getting better
3. When I would consider seeing a healthcare provider
4. **Red Flag**: This feels different from illnesses I've had before

Save stores your data locally on your device • Export creates a printable PDF

### analyticsRecommended: Pain & Symptom Tracking

For moderate to severe infectious symptoms, detailed tracking can help identify patterns and recovery progress.

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