The history of ________ illness includes detailed information about the chief complaint, including when the problem started and what the patient has done to treat the problem.

Chief Complaint

The primary issue or symptom that a patient reports to a healthcare provider during a visit.

History

A chronological record of events, as of the life or development of a people, country, or institution.

Illness

A state of being unwell or suffering from a disease or disorder that impacts one's physical or mental health.