Who this is for
Anyone tracking a recurring symptom, migraines, gut issues, flare-ups, to spot patterns and brief a doctor accurately.
The moment this saves you
At the appointment the doctor asks “when did it start, how often, what makes it worse?” and I blank, because every episode blurred together and I never wrote any of it down.
See it work
Messy spoken thought in. A clean, structured artifact out.
Headache again today, started around 2pm, it's that same spot behind my right eye. It's maybe a 6 out of 10. I think it might be screen related, I'd been on calls back to back since noon with no break. I took ibuprofen around 3 and it took the edge off but didn't kill it. This is like the third one this week. I did skip lunch today which I wonder about.
Symptom log, June 5, 2026
- Symptom: Headache, behind the right eye (same location as prior episodes)
- Onset: ~2pm
- Severity: 6/10
- Possible triggers noted: Back-to-back calls since noon with no break; skipped lunch
- Relief: Ibuprofen ~3pm, took the edge off, didn't fully resolve
- Frequency: 3rd episode this week
The workflow
Record a voice note
Hit the hotkey and talk, no formatting, no typing.
Tag it with this context
Contextli shapes your words into the structured output above.
Find it later
Everything's searchable and organised by context.
Pull it into Claude or ChatGPT
Bring your contexts straight into your AI tools with the Contextli MCP.
Your raw recording and transcription stay on your device, so you can always go back to the original.
The prompt behind this context
I'm going to describe a symptom or how I'm feeling physically. Turn it into a factual, dated symptom log entry with labeled lines: a bold "Symptom log, [today's date]" heading, then Symptom, Onset (when it started), Severity (use a /10 if I give one), Possible triggers noted (only things I actually mention or wonder about, phrase them as noted, not confirmed causes), Relief (what I tried and whether it helped), and Frequency (only if I mention how often it happens). Record only what I say. Do NOT diagnose, do NOT give medical advice, and do NOT assert causes, just log what I report. Output only the entry.
Make it your own. This is a starting point. Once it's in Contextli, tweak the instructions so the output comes out exactly how you like it.
Use this context
One click copies it and shows you exactly how to drop it into Contextli.
Next, open Contextli, go to the Contexts page, click Import, choose From JSON, paste, then Import Context. It is ready to use.
Make it your own. This is a starting point. Once it's in Contextli, tweak the instructions so the output comes out exactly how you like it.
Your raw recording and transcription stay on your device, so you can always go back to the original.
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Questions people ask
Questions health & fitness ask about Symptom Log
How do I keep a symptom log without typing every day?
Speak your entry instead of typing it. The Symptom Log context accepts a spoken description of symptoms, their severity, and any triggers and formats it into a symptom record with the date and relevant fields. You can log in under 30 seconds, hands-free, without opening a tracking app or typing a single character.
What should I include in a daily symptom log entry?
A useful entry includes the date and time, the specific symptoms, their severity, and any triggers you are tracking, and any relevant context such as what you were doing or how you were feeling. The Symptom Log context structures your spoken description to capture all of these automatically, so your log stays consistent even when you are rushing.
Can I share my symptom log with my doctor?
Yes. The symptom record Contextli produces is plain text, so you can copy it into any app, email, or patient portal. Because entries are consistently structured with the same fields each time, a provider can read through multiple entries quickly. The raw recording and transcription stay on your device.
Is there a faster way to keep a symptom log than a traditional app?
Speaking is faster than tapping through form fields. The Symptom Log context accepts a 15 to 30 second voice description and produces a complete symptom record with your symptoms, their severity, and any triggers filled in. Most people log more consistently when the barrier is 20 seconds of speaking rather than two minutes of tapping.
How do I add this context to Contextli?
Copy the context on this page, then open Contextli and go to the Contexts page. Click Import, choose From JSON, paste it into the Import from Clipboard window, and click Import Context. It is ready to use in under 30 seconds. If you do not have Contextli yet, you can download it for free first.
Is my voice recording private? Does Contextli send it anywhere?
Your voice recording and the transcription are stored on your device only. Contextli processes your audio locally and does not send your recordings or transcription text to any server. The structured output it produces is text you control, and you decide where it goes.
Can I change what the output looks like?
Yes. Every context in Contextli is a starting point you can edit. Open the context in the app, change the instructions to adjust the structure, tone, or fields, and save. The next time you use it, the output reflects your changes. You are not locked into the default format.
Do I need to install an app to use this context?
Yes. Contextli is a free app. Download it, then copy this context and paste it into the Import from Clipboard window on the Contexts page. The whole process takes about 30 seconds.