Logging AFib Episodes
Track your atrial fibrillation episodes with quick logging and detailed tracking options.
Quick Start an Episode
Tap the red "+" button on the home screen to instantly start tracking an episode. This is perfect for when you feel symptoms beginning and need to log quickly.
Add Episode Details
After starting an episode, you can add details like:
- Start/End Time: Automatically tracked, or edit manually
- Intensity: Mild, Moderate, or Severe
- Triggers: Caffeine, Alcohol, Stress, Sleep Issues, and more
- Medications: Log any medications taken during the episode
- Notes: Free-form text for symptoms or observations
End an Episode
For in-progress episodes, tap the "End Episode" button to record when symptoms stopped. The duration is automatically calculated and displayed.
View Episode Details
Tap any episode in the Episodes list to see full details. The detail view shows all recorded information in a clean, easy-to-read format.
Understanding Your Data
Use the statistics and calendar views to identify patterns and track your condition over time.
Statistics Dashboard
The Stats tab shows key metrics about your episodes:
- Total Episodes: Overall count in selected time range
- Average Duration: Typical length of your episodes
- Episodes Per Month: Frequency over time
- Common Triggers: Which triggers co-occur most often
- Insights: Auto-generated patterns and observations
Filter by Time Range
Switch between "All Time", "This Month", or "By Year" to focus on specific periods. This helps identify seasonal patterns or evaluate the impact of treatment changes.
Calendar View
The Calendar tab shows a visual overview of your episodes. Days with episodes are marked with colored indicators based on intensity (green for mild, orange for moderate, red for severe).
Tap any day on the calendar to see episodes for that day. Long-press to quickly add an episode.
Export for Your Doctor
Generate a doctor report from Settings to share with your healthcare provider. Includes summary statistics and a detailed episode log.
Tips & Best Practices
Logging Consistency
- Log Immediately: Use the quick start button when symptoms begin. You can always add details later.
- Be Honest About Intensity: Accurate intensity tracking helps identify patterns over time.
- Note Triggers: Even if you're not sure, logging potential triggers helps identify correlations.
Customizing Your Experience
- Add Custom Triggers: Go to Settings to add triggers specific to your situation (e.g., "Weather change", "Skipped medication").
- Manage Medications: Add your medications in Settings for quick access during episode logging.
Data Privacy
- Local Storage: All data is stored on your device. No cloud sync means complete privacy.
- Export Regularly: Export your data periodically as a backup. CSV exports can be re-imported if needed.
Working with Your Doctor
- Before Appointments: Generate a doctor report to share relevant history.
- Focus on Patterns: Use the statistics to discuss trigger correlations and frequency changes.
- Track Medication Effects: Note changes in episode patterns after medication adjustments.