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Describe how you're feeling — in English or Pidgin — and our AI will help you understand your symptoms. Built for Nigerian and African health conditions.
Docarion Health Assistant
AI-Powered · African Health Focus
⚕️ This tool is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
Common Symptoms in Nigeria — What They Could Mean
Fever + Chills + Body Pain → Could indicate malaria, especially during rainy season. Get a rapid test (RDT).
Fever + Headache + Stomach Pain → May suggest typhoid. Common with contaminated water or food.
Severe Bone Pain + Fever → Could be sickle cell crisis for carriers (25% of Nigerians carry the trait).
Watery Diarrhea + Vomiting → May indicate cholera, especially during outbreaks. Start ORS immediately.
Cough Lasting 2+ Weeks → TB screening recommended. Nigeria ranks 6th globally for TB burden.
High Blood Pressure + Headache → Hypertension affects 30-45% of Nigerian adults. Regular BP checks are essential.
When to See a Doctor in Nigeria
- 🔴 Chest pain with difficulty breathing — go to the nearest hospital immediately
- 🔴 Sudden weakness on one side of the body — possible stroke (remember FAST)
- 🟠 Fever above 39°C not responding to paracetamol
- 🟠 Blood in stool, urine, or vomit
- 🟡 Any symptom lasting more than 3 days without improvement
- 🟡 Pregnant with any fever, bleeding, or severe pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this symptom checker free?
Yes, completely free. Docarion's AI health assistant is available to everyone at no cost.
Can I use Pidgin English?
Yes! Our AI understands Nigerian Pidgin. You can type "my body dey hot", "belle dey pain me", or "I dey purge" and it will understand.
Is this a medical diagnosis?
No. This tool provides health information only. It is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
Is my data private?
Yes. Chat sessions are anonymous and automatically deleted after 1 hour. We do not collect personal identifying information.
About Docarion
Docarion is a telemedicine platform revolutionizing healthcare access in Nigeria and across Africa. Our mission is to connect patients with qualified healthcare providers using technology — making quality healthcare accessible to everyone, regardless of location. The AI Symptom Checker is one step toward giving every Nigerian the health information they need, when they need it.