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MediGuide provides personalized health guidance based on your biometric measurements. This guide explains how to enter your medical data accurately.

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Overview

The medical data form collects 11 key health parameters that are analyzed to provide personalized health insights, risk assessments, and tailored recommendations.
Important: All fields are required. Ensure your measurements are accurate and recent for the most reliable health analysis.

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Accessing the Medical Form

Once logged in, navigate to the CHEQUEO MEDICO (Medical Checkup) section. You’ll see the tagline: “MEDIGUIDE OFRECE GUIAS MEDICAS EN BASE A LA SALUD DE NUESTROS USUARIOS” (MediGuide offers medical guidance based on our users’ health).

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Medical Parameters Guide

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Glucose Level (Nivel de Glucosa)

Unit: mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 999 mg/dLWhat it measures: Blood sugar concentrationTips for accurate measurement:
  • Best measured in the morning before eating (fasting glucose)
  • Use a glucose meter for accurate readings
  • Normal fasting range is typically 70-99 mg/dL
Clinical Significance:
  • Below 70: Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
  • 100-125: Prediabetes range
  • Above 125: Diabetes range
2

Blood Oxygen Saturation (Oxigenación de la sangre)

Unit: % (percentage)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 100%What it measures: Oxygen saturation in your blood (SpO₂)Tips for accurate measurement:
  • Use a pulse oximeter on your fingertip
  • Ensure clean, warm fingers
  • Stay still during measurement
  • Normal range is 95-100%
Clinical Significance:
  • Below 90%: Hypoxemia - requires medical attention
  • Below 75%: Critical hypoxemia - emergency situation
  • 95-100%: Normal range
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Systolic Blood Pressure (Presión Arterial Sistólica)

Unit: mmHg (millimeters of mercury)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 300 mmHgWhat it measures: The “top number” - pressure when heart beatsTips for accurate measurement:
  • Rest for 5 minutes before measuring
  • Sit with back supported, feet flat on floor
  • Use proper cuff size on bare arm
  • Take multiple readings and use the average
Clinical Significance:
  • Less than 120: Normal
  • 120-129: Elevated
  • 130-139: Hypertension Stage 1
  • 140-179: Hypertension Stage 2
  • 180+: Hypertensive crisis - seek emergency care
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Diastolic Blood Pressure (Presión Arterial Diastólica)

Unit: mmHg (millimeters of mercury)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 200 mmHgWhat it measures: The “bottom number” - pressure between heartbeatsTips for accurate measurement:
  • Measured simultaneously with systolic pressure
  • Same positioning and preparation as systolic
  • Should always be lower than systolic reading
Clinical Significance:
  • Less than 80: Normal
  • 80-89: Hypertension Stage 1
  • 90-119: Hypertension Stage 2
  • 120+: Hypertensive crisis - seek emergency care
5

Body Temperature (Temperatura Corporal)

Unit: °C (degrees Celsius)Field Type: Number input (allows decimals)Valid Range: 0 - 50°CStep Size: 0.1°C (one decimal place)What it measures: Core body temperatureTips for accurate measurement:
  • Use oral, ear, or forehead thermometer
  • Wait 30 minutes after eating/drinking hot/cold items
  • Normal range is 36.1-37.2°C
Clinical Significance:
  • Below 35°C: Hypothermia - emergency
  • 35-36°C: Mild hypothermia
  • 36.1-37.2°C: Normal
  • 37.3-37.9°C: Low-grade fever
  • 38-39.4°C: Fever
  • 39.5-40.9°C: High fever
  • 41°C+: Dangerous hyperthermia - emergency
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Age (Edad)

Unit: Years (Años)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 150 yearsWhat it’s used for: Age-adjusted health analysis and risk assessmentWhy it matters:
  • Different normal ranges for different age groups
  • Age-specific risk factors
  • Personalized recommendations based on life stage
7

Height (Altura)

Unit: Meters (Metros)Field Type: Number input (allows decimals)Valid Range: 0 - 3 metersStep Size: 0.01 meters (centimeter precision)What it’s used for: BMI calculation and body composition analysisTips for accurate measurement:
  • Measure without shoes
  • Stand straight against a wall
  • Convert from cm by dividing by 100 (e.g., 170 cm = 1.70 m)
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Weight (Peso)

Unit: Kilograms (Kg)Field Type: Number input (allows decimals)Valid Range: 0 - 500 kgStep Size: 0.1 kgWhat it’s used for: BMI calculation and health risk assessmentTips for accurate measurement:
  • Weigh yourself in the morning
  • Minimal clothing, after using bathroom
  • Use same scale consistently
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Respiratory Rate (Frecuencia Respiratoria)

Unit: resp/min (respirations per minute)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 150 resp/minWhat it measures: Number of breaths per minuteTips for accurate measurement:
  • Count breaths while at rest
  • Count for 30 seconds and multiply by 2
  • One breath = one complete inhale and exhale
  • Normal range is 12-20 resp/min for adults
Clinical Significance:
  • Below 12: Bradypnea (slow breathing)
  • 12-20: Normal range for adults
  • Above 20: Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
10

Blood Type (Tipo de Sangre)

Field Type: Dropdown selectAvailable Options:
  • O+ (O positive)
  • O- (O negative)
  • A+ (A positive)
  • A- (A negative)
  • B+ (B positive)
  • B- (B negative)
  • AB+ (AB positive)
  • AB- (AB negative)
What it’s used for: Medical history and compatibility informationWhere to find it: Check medical records, donation cards, or ask your doctor
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Heart Rate (Frecuencia Cardíaca)

Unit: lat/min (beats per minute / latidos por minuto)Field Type: Number inputValid Range: 0 - 300 lat/minWhat it measures: Number of heartbeats per minuteTips for accurate measurement:
  • Measure at rest, sitting comfortably
  • Find pulse at wrist or neck
  • Count for 30 seconds and multiply by 2
  • Use heart rate monitor or fitness tracker for accuracy
  • Normal resting range is 60-100 bpm for adults
Clinical Significance:
  • Below 60: Bradycardia (normal for athletes)
  • 60-100: Normal resting heart rate
  • Above 100: Tachycardia (elevated heart rate)

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Submitting Your Data

Once all 11 fields are completed:
  1. Review Your Entries: Double-check all values for accuracy
  2. Click “Guardar Información” (Save Information)
  3. Wait for Confirmation: The button shows “Guardando…” (Saving) during processing
  4. Success Message: You’ll see “¡Información guardada exitosamente!” (Information saved successfully)
  5. Automatic Analysis: Your data is immediately analyzed for health insights
After successful submission, the form clears and your health analysis is automatically updated.

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Understanding Form Validation

All fields include built-in validation:
  • Required Fields: Cannot submit with empty fields
  • Range Limits: Values outside the valid range are rejected
  • Decimal Precision: Some fields allow decimals for accuracy
  • Select Validation: Blood type must be selected from dropdown

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Error Messages

  • Success: “¡Información guardada exitosamente!” (green background)
  • Server Error: “Error: [error details]” (red background)
  • Connection Error: “Error de conexión: [error message]” (red background)

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BMI Calculation

MediGuide automatically calculates your Body Mass Index (BMI) from your height and weight: Formula: BMI = Weight (kg) / [Height (m)]² Categories:
  • Below 18.5: Underweight (BAJO PESO)
  • 18.5-24.9: Normal weight (PESO NORMAL)
  • 25-29.9: Overweight (SOBREPESO)
  • 30+: Obesity (OBESIDAD)

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Data Storage and Privacy

  • User Association: All data is linked to your user ID
  • Timestamped: Each entry records the date and time
  • Historical Tracking: Previous entries are preserved
  • Latest Data: The system displays your most recent submission
  • Secure Storage: Data is stored securely in the database

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Best Practices

Measure Consistently

Take measurements at the same time of day for consistency

Use Proper Equipment

Use calibrated, medical-grade devices when possible

Record Immediately

Enter data right after measuring to avoid errors

Update Regularly

Submit new data regularly to track health trends

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After Data Submission

Once your data is saved, MediGuide automatically:
  1. Analyzes Parameters: Compares your values against clinical ranges
  2. Identifies Risks: Detects parameters outside normal ranges
  3. Generates Symptoms: Lists possible symptoms for detected conditions
  4. Creates Plans: Develops personalized health improvement plans
  5. Updates Dashboard: Refreshes your health plan display

Understanding Results

Learn how to interpret your health analysis and risk levels

Account Management

Manage your account settings and preferences

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Technical Details

The medical data submission:
  • Endpoint: /api/medical-info (POST request)
  • Content Type: JSON
  • Includes: All 11 parameters + userId
  • Response: Success message with record ID
  • Triggers: Health plan refresh via event emitter

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Troubleshooting

Ensure all 11 fields are filled out. Check that numeric values are within the specified ranges.
Connection errors preserve your data, but validation errors may require re-entry. Consider copying values before submitting.
For chronic conditions: daily or as recommended by your doctor. For general health: weekly or monthly. Always enter new data when you notice significant changes.
Currently, the system stores historical data but the form always creates a new entry. The health analysis always uses your most recent submission.
Medical Disclaimer: MediGuide is an educational tool and does NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult healthcare providers for medical decisions.

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