The Symptom Checker lets you describe what you're experiencing and returns a structured breakdown of possible causes, their likelihood, and suggested next steps. It's a tool for orientation — not a diagnosis.
How to use the Symptom Checker
- Open Symptom Checker from the navigation
- Describe your main symptom in plain language — 'chest tightness after exercise' is better than just 'chest pain'
- Add any relevant context — duration, severity, related symptoms
- Review the possible causes and suggested actions
What the results mean
The checker returns a list of possible conditions that match your described symptoms, ordered by likelihood. Each entry includes a brief explanation and a suggested next step — from 'monitor at home' to 'see a doctor this week' to 'seek emergency care now'.
Important limits
- The Symptom Checker is not a clinical diagnosis — it cannot examine you or access your full history
- It is not appropriate for emergencies — if you have severe symptoms, call emergency services immediately
- Results are not stored permanently unless you choose to log the entry to your Health Timeline
- Always follow up with a healthcare professional if you are uncertain or concerned