Hurtl Lupus Symptom Tracker
Log lupus symptoms and lab results as you go, see trends on the Condition tab, and export a clinical PDF for appointments — built from your data, not guesswork.
Available for iPhone
Hurtl is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional before making medical decisions.
What to track with lupus
A lupus symptom tracker works best when it matches how your condition actually shows up — not a generic pain diary.
Joint pain and swelling
Record which joints hurt, how severe it feels and whether swelling is present. Lupus arthritis can shift between visits — a log makes patterns easier to review than memory.
Fatigue and brain fog
Fatigue and cognitive symptoms are common in lupus but hard to quantify at appointments. A simple daily entry builds a clearer picture over time.
Skin and photosensitivity
Note rashes, mouth ulcers or reactions to sun exposure. Skin flares often signal wider disease activity your rheumatologist will want to hear about.
Flares
Mark harder days and note what was different. Over weeks, flare frequency and recovery time become easier to see than from recall alone.
Medication response
Record doses taken, missed doses and how you felt afterwards. That context makes it easier to judge whether antimalarials, steroids or immunosuppressants are working.
Lab results
Store anti-dsDNA, complement C3/C4, urine protein, CRP and ESR when you get tests — trends alongside symptoms give your care team more to work with.
Why symptom tracking helps
Lupus can fluctuate week to week. A consistent log turns scattered days into evidence you can export before your next appointment.
Walk into appointments prepared
Export a PDF that summarises the months since your last visit — so you are not guessing whether fatigue, joint pain or flares were worse in March or May.
Spot symptom changes early
Daily logs turn vague memory into a timeline. You can see when fatigue worsened, joints flared or skin symptoms returned — before a full flare takes hold.
Connect symptoms to lab trends
Lupus activity often shows in blood and urine tests. Tracking labs alongside symptoms helps you and your rheumatologist see whether treatment is keeping disease quiet.
Track medication effectiveness
Starting hydroxychloroquine, adjusting steroids or switching immunosuppressants? Adherence and symptom trends in your report show whether treatment is helping over weeks.
Take the guesswork out of rheumatology appointments
Appointments often hinge on “how have you been since we last met?” — and memory is unreliable. Hurtl collects your lupus data over time, then turns it into a PDF report you can bring to clinic: symptom trends, lab results, flare days and medication adherence in one place.
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Log symptoms and labs in the app
Track pain, stiffness, fatigue, flares, lab results and medication for lupus as you go — not in a rush the night before clinic.
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See patterns between visits
Log symptoms and lab results over time and see condition-specific charts and visit prep summaries. Scores in the app are estimates from your daily logs — not official clinical scores.
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Export a PDF for your appointment
Choose the date range, pick what to include, add notes for your clinician, and share a doctor-ready PDF from Home, Condition, Insights or any tab header.
You choose the date range, sections and clinician notes. Your log stays on your device until you export — the report is for preparation, not a clinical diagnosis. Clinical PDF export is included with Hurtl+.
Symptoms, labs and how Hurtl helps
Lupus activity shows up in how you feel and in blood and urine tests — but there is no single standard patient-reported score like RAPID3. Hurtl focuses on symptom trends, flare history and lab tracking on the Condition tab — an estimate from your daily logs, not an official clinical score.
Key lab markers (clinical)
When your rheumatologist assesses lupus activity, they often look at markers like these alongside your symptoms:
- Anti-dsDNA Antibody levels that often rise when lupus is active
- Complement C3 and C4 Proteins that can fall during flares when the immune system is overactive
- Urine protein Protein in urine that may signal kidney involvement
- CRP and ESR Inflammation markers your care team uses alongside symptoms
Your lupus picture in Hurtl
Hurtl combines daily symptom logs with lab results you enter — anti-dsDNA, complement C3/C4, urine protein, CRP and ESR — so you see trends and visit prep summaries on the Condition tab.
Trends in Hurtl are estimates from your daily logs — not official clinical scores. Your care team may use different indices or scoring at appointments.
What else Hurtl provides
Condition-specific charts, visit prep for the last 30 days, flare history, medication adherence and clinical PDF exports — so appointments start from what you recorded, not memory.
How Hurtl helps
Hurtl is built for inflammatory conditions, not a generic wellness app. Collect lupus data daily, spot trends in the app, and export a PDF when it is time for clinic.
Condition-specific symptom tracking
Log joint symptoms, fatigue, skin changes and other lupus signals from pre-set lists — or create custom trackers for what matters to you.
Flare logging
Mark harder days and note what was different. Trend charts make flare patterns visible over weeks and months.
Condition charts and visit prep
See symptom trends, flare history and a visit prep summary on the Condition tab — built from your daily logs, not a single composite score.
Lab results
Store anti-dsDNA, complement C3/C4, urine protein, CRP and ESR when you get blood or urine tests — with history per test and optional trackers you enable when needed.
Medication reminders
Set reminders for daily antimalarials, weekly injections or steroid taper schedules. Track adherence alongside symptoms to see the full picture.
PDF reports for appointments
Turn months of logs into a shareable export: summary metrics, symptom charts, lab trends, flare days and medication adherence — ready before you sit down with your rheumatologist.
Frequently asked questions
What should I track with lupus?
Most people find joint pain, fatigue, flares and medication adherence the most useful starting points. Add skin symptoms, photosensitivity and lab results when you want more detail. You do not need to log everything every day — consistency beats completeness.
Which lab tests matter for lupus?
Common markers include anti-dsDNA antibodies, complement C3 and C4, urine protein, CRP and ESR. Your rheumatologist may order others depending on your organs involved. Hurtl lets you store results with history so trends are visible alongside symptoms.
Does Hurtl calculate a single lupus activity score?
No. Lupus does not have one standard patient-reported composite index like RAPID3 or BASDAI. Hurtl focuses on symptom trends, flare history, visit prep summaries and lab tracking — an estimate from your daily logs, not an official clinical score.
Can tracking help with lupus flare management?
Yes. A symptom diary helps you notice when a flare is building, what may have triggered it and how long recovery takes. Pairing symptoms with lab trends makes it easier to contact your rheumatology team early or prepare for appointments with concrete examples.
Can I share symptom history with my doctor?
Yes. Export a PDF report for the period you choose — averages, symptom charts, lab trends, flare summary and medication adherence — and share it at your rheumatology or GP appointment. You control when and what leaves the app.
How does Hurtl help before a rheumatology appointment?
Log symptoms and labs as you go, then generate a report before clinic so you are not reconstructing the last three months from memory. That takes the guesswork out of questions like how often you flared or whether your current treatment is helping.
Is Hurtl a substitute for lupus blood monitoring?
No. Hurtl supports self-tracking and preparation for conversations with clinicians. It does not diagnose, treat or monitor medical conditions in a clinical sense. Always follow your care team’s testing schedule and seek urgent care for severe symptoms.
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Important
Hurtl supports self-tracking and preparation for conversations with clinicians. It does not diagnose, treat, or monitor medical conditions in a clinical sense. If you are experiencing an emergency, contact local emergency services. Read how we handle data in our privacy policy, or email tom@hurtl.app for privacy requests.