Your allergies on every report
Add your allergies to your profile once. They print on every report, so whoever reads it knows them straight away.
Allergies and reactions
Allergy and reaction diary
Record each reaction as soon as you can: what you were exposed to, how fast it started, your symptoms and what was done. Then give your GP or allergy specialist a clear picture of what happened.
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Signs of anaphylaxis include difficult or noisy breathing, swelling of the tongue, swelling or tightness in the throat, a wheeze or persistent cough, difficulty talking or a hoarse voice, persistent dizziness or collapse, and, in young children, being pale and floppy. Lay the person flat and don't let them stand or walk (if breathing is difficult, they can sit with their legs out in front), give their adrenaline device, and call your local emergency number (000 in Australia). If in doubt, give the adrenaline device. ASCIA first aid for anaphylaxis
What to record for allergies
Writing down what happened helps, particularly if your appointment is weeks or months away. The allergies template asks about each reaction, so the details are written down while they're fresh. Fill in what you can and skip anything you don't know. You can always come back later.
- What you think set it off, from your allergy list or something new
- When you were exposed
- How many minutes until the first symptom
- Skin, swelling, breathing, gut symptoms or dizziness
- How bad it was
- Where you were, and what you were doing just before
- Any antihistamine, or adrenaline autoinjector, used
- Whether an ambulance came, or you went to emergency
- A photo of any rash or swelling
For when it's all happening at once
Note how fast it started
Record when you were exposed and how many minutes passed before the first symptom.
Photograph the rash or swelling
Take a photo of any hives, rash or swelling, so your doctor can see what it looked like.
Note what was going on
Common triggers of anaphylaxis include foods, such as milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts and seafood, insect stings and tick bites, and some medicines. Tap what you were exposed to, and anything you were doing just before. Over time, your report shows how often each one came up, as plain counts.
Questions about allergy diaries
Does Kind Witness diagnose allergies?
No. Kind Witness is a diary. It records what you tell it and helps you share it. Only your doctor can tell you what it means. Read our medical disclaimer
Can a diary help after a reaction?
Yes. Writing down what happened helps, particularly if your appointment is weeks or months away, and you can give the record to your GP and your allergy specialist. If you've had anaphylaxis, or think you might have, ask your GP to refer you to an allergy specialist.
Can I keep a list of my allergies?
Yes. Add them to your profile, and they print on every report. When you record a reaction, choose the suspected trigger from your list, or add something new.
Can I record adrenaline and an ambulance?
Yes. Each reaction records any antihistamine or adrenaline autoinjector used, and whether an ambulance came or you went to emergency. Allergy specialists' own reaction record asks the same questions.
Can I use it for MCAS?
Yes. The MCAS template uses the same reaction questions and adds flushing and itch. Choose it when you set up.
Can I track allergies alongside asthma?
Yes. Many people with asthma also have allergic conditions, such as eczema or hay fever. Choose every condition that applies when you set up. Each entry uses the template you pick, and reports can show each condition on its own or all together. Asthma symptom diary
Is my diary private?
Your diary is stored and encrypted on your phone. Nothing leaves it unless you send it. How we protect your diary
Is there a paper version?
Yes. The free printable symptom diary asks the same basic questions as the app, so you can fill it in by hand. Printable diaries
Written by Kind Witness · Sources checked 31 October 2026
Sources
- ASCIA (Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy). ASCIA first aid plan for anaphylaxis. February 2026.
- healthdirect. Anaphylaxis. November 2024.
- Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia. Anaphylaxis. April 2025.
- ASCIA. Event record for allergic reactions. 2026.
- Better Health Channel (Victorian Government). Asthma explained. 29 June 2023.
This page is general information, not medical advice. If something is new, severe or worrying you, contact your doctor. In an emergency, call your local emergency number (000 in Australia). Medical disclaimer