The importance of tracking the symptoms
While working as an assistant to physicians treating patients with autoimmune diseases, I saw firsthand how symptom tracking plays a crucial role in managing Crohn’s Disease. Doctors ask detailed questions about abdominal pain, bowel movements, fatigue, diet, medications, and flare-ups to adjust treatments effectively.
Many patients who consistently tracked their symptoms had more productive medical appointments and better treatment adjustments. But I also noticed how difficult it is to…
