What v-safe registrants wrote to the CDC after their Pfizer or Moderna shots, in their own words. Each card is one person,
with all of their free text. This page shows only the longer stories: the 116,000 people who wrote at least 400 characters in all.
The text is as the CDC released it, except that email addresses and phone numbers are hidden.
You get a random set of these people on every visit.
Paresthesia ear, Myositis and Arthritis
3.23.2021 – Tingling in limbs and right earlobe. Sounds crazy but feels like when something goes to sleep, though that symptom is not as bothersome as all the others.
3.25.2021 – Swollen painful lymph node in same arm as injection present since day after shot, has reduced some today Received chiropractic care for muscle/joint inflammation that vaccine seemed to exacerbate
3.28.2021 – Just to clarify, the random muscle aches are gone now. Pre-existing inflammation in my hip was exacerbated by the shot, and remains very irritated.
3.29.2021 – Not sure whether its related but have been having raving pulse on and off since shot. Had this also when I had Covid.
7.19.2021 – Racing heart, shortness of breath, tightness in my chest
Nerve block, Lumbar radiculopathy and Cervical spinal stenosis
4.22.2021 – 30 hours after shot 2 I started having bad lower back pain. This grew to the point where I could not stand for minutes at a time. After 5 weeks and three doctors an MRI revealed disc problems at L4-L5. Yesterday a nerve block injection fixed the pain
4.24.2021 – Lumbar pain is returning after receiving temporary relief from the pain following a nerve-block injection. Primary care physician and spine and pain specialist
9.13.2021 – Developed cervical stenosis and lumbar Radiculopathy. Surgery scheduled for early October. Office visits. MRIs (3), x-rays (3). Surgical consultation.
Emotional disorder, Fungal infection and Heavy menstrual bleeding
1.21.2021 – Yeast infection (might be unrelated as I spent a lot of time in bike shorts this weekend)
1.22.2021 – Just the healing yeast infection (moderate symptoms)
2.5.2021 – Most symptoms were the night of my second dose and then more symptoms arrived on the second day
2.7.2021 – Ive actually been feeling somewhat emotional and have over the past few days almost cried at the smallest things. This isnt normal for me, and Im definitely not pregnant, which is the last time this kind of thing happened. Its not major but definitely worth noting. Also, was off grid so missed yesterdays check in and want to note that I had a headache then. Not attributed to alcohol or dehydration because Ive been drinking lots of tea and water.
8.5.2021 – I have had unusually heavy and prolonged periods. Also severe anxiety. Not sure if theyre related but thought they were worth mentioning.
Increased upper airway secretion, Nodule and Oral herpes
3.29.2021 – After 2nd Dose last week I had these symptoms. Felt like the flu for days. Now I have a painful lump on my shoulder. I'm going to email my doctor today cause it's been 6 days and the pain is still there and bad.
5.4.2021 – Chills, runny nose, minor aches, throat a lil sore, mucus in chest and throat, alot of sneezing. Might just be allergies though
6.22.2021 – Was extremely sick a few weeks ago. Felt like the flu. I had every symptom except a bad cough & diarrhea. I grew a fever blister in my nose which I develop every time I get extremely sick. I got covid tested and it was negative. I'm better now.
Sleep disorder, Asthma and Abdominal discomfort
3.12.2021 – Mild Foggy sensation
3.13.2021 – Overnight, I experienced pain from my shoulder to my elbow, enough that it woke me several times during the night. By morning it had subsided to mild pain at the site. No change throughout the day.
3.16.2021 – Headache is probably from incoming low pressure weather system.
4.10.2021 – Mild Intestinal distress and Loose bowel movements
1.26.2022 – COVID-Headache, fever, vomiting congestion, sneezing, coughing, runny nose
2.16.2022 – Asthma symptoms
Musculoskeletal discomfort, Burning sensation and Neck pain
4.6.2021 – I was really sick for months and still have some lingering symptoms following what seemed to be COVID last August. I believe my remaining symptoms are slightly better at this time, but not 100% sure yet. Looking forward to the second shot to see.
4.22.2021 – Burning in lower lobes of lungs
5.21.2021 – Pain and discomfort in my lower neck, which has gotten worse and worse over the last two weeks. Likely not related to the vaccine, but Ive never had this before.
Tenderness, Swelling and Paranasal sinus discomfort
8.25.2021 – summer allergies? I never had them before, but seem to have sinus pressure and stuffiness this year. happened twice this summer that I had a week or two of it being annoying enough to have to take something for it.
8.12.2022 – pain around my collar bone on the side I received injection
8.13.2022 – swollen area near collar bone and pain under arm on side of injection
8.14.2022 – swollen area and some mild pain by collar bone and under left arm same side as vaccine injection
8.16.2022 – tenderness and swelling around collar bone on side of injection
8.17.2022 – some tenderness around left collarbone (side of injection)
Muscle twitching, Neuralgia and Balance disorder
1.24.2021 – Annoying muscle spasms in left forearm periodically since yesterday. Same arm I received shot.
1.25.2021 – Still random muscle spasms in arm shot was given too. Also now having spasms in right leg.
1.26.2021 – Muscle spasms but seem to be improving
1.27.2021 – Left arm muscle spasms came back. Various muscle spasms across body
1.28.2021 – Still minor muscle twitches
1.29.2021 – Still minor muscle twitch in left arm
1.30.2021 – Left arm spasms made return
2.14.2021 – Severe dry mouth last night
3.27.2021 – Some dizziness. Unknown if from vaccine.
5.15.2021 – Stabbing pains in left thigh. Brain fog issues.
8.14.2021 – Nerve Pain/Muscle Spasms in left thigh. Balance issues
Head discomfort, Injection site reaction and Sinus disorder
2.11.2021 – Just achy muscle where the shot was administered
2.13.2021 – Slept for about an hour this afternoon. Woke up and the full headache was better as was the fullness I felt in my head. I think this had been building the past few days. Hoping I continue to feel normal moving forward! Nothing major at all.
2.15.2021 – I again slept for about 2 hours. Feeling a bit better, but just not quite myself. My energy level is not up to what is normal for me.
2.17.2021 – I am scheduled for a COVID test tomorrow. My sinuses are bothering me and they want to rule out COVID before I can be seen.
2.24.2021 – I had a negative COVID test result on Saturday, but saw a doctor on Monday to determine I had a sinus infection. So, even though I was feeling much worse, it was not due to COVID 19.
Bursitis, Dysphonia and Rash
1.27.2021 – I developed muscle pain from my shoulder to elbow my right arm below the injection site
1.28.2021 – Continuing to have pain in the injection arm between my shoulder and my elbow. Some relief with Ibuprofen
1.29.2021 – My right arm is still aching, but a bit better than yesterday. I have been alternating between ibuprofen and acetaminophen with some relief.
2.12.2021 – Headache, nausea and body ached
2.20.2021 – Rash on upper chest and neck slightly improved from yesterday. Primary MD recommended Zyrtec
5.18.2021 – Hoarse voice.
Loss of personal independence in daily activities, Hypersomnia and Decreased appetite
3.13.2021 – Sweating
3.14.2021 – Slept 15 hours. So exhausted after doing bsrn chores really did not know if I woukd be able to mske the wslk bsck to the house. All these symotoms started yesterdsy the 13th arounf 4:00. Also no appetite.
9.13.2021 – Tired all the time. Fatigue
3.13.2022 – Fatigued. Lack of energy. Headaches and body aches. After my booster was sicker than the 1st shots. Fever, vomiting, extreme body aches for 3 days. Symptoms started 30 minutes after shot and just kept getting worse. Nothing relieved the pain
Cyst, Gastritis and Dyspepsia
1.24.2021 – Not sure if these symptoms are related. Ive felt randomly crappy since I had COVID back in July
1.25.2021 – Same as yesterday, cant tell if its leftover Covid symptoms from July.
2.13.2021 – Indigestion that is like sulfur. Not sure if related.
3.12.2021 – Went to ER for severe upper abdomen pain. They said gastritis. Follow-up with PCP said UTI but had no traditional symptoms. Experienced trouble breathing that has eased but still there. Waiting on CT scan
3.21.2021 – Drs found a cyst on my spleen and am being sent for an upper GI.
Alcohol intolerance, Hyposmia and Sinus disorder
12.29.2020 – Decreased sense of smell
1.15.2021 – I had severe alcohol intolerance last night. I was extremely intoxicated after my evening cocktail last night, which I usually tolerate with no symptoms at all. In fact I can often tolerate quite a bit more than 1 cocktail before I feel a bit tipsy, but last night was a something that I havent experienced since college.Just thought Id mention it. Who knows if its cause and effect.
2.10.2021 – Poor sense of smell
2.24.2021 – Sinus trouble, decreased sense of smell
10.26.2021 – Sinus trouble
11.2.2021 – Terrible sinus trouble
11.9.2021 – Lost sense of smell
11.16.2021 – Terrible sinus trouble.
1.4.2022 – COVID 19
Angiopathy, Impaired driving ability and Urinary incontinence
3.8.2021 – Twitches under eyes & cheeks. Blisters after scratching rash around hot spots
3.19.2021 – I have a heaviness in my chest. It hurts in my lungs to breath too deep in or cough to clear my throat. Having chest pain. With a history of clots & mini strokes. Chest feels tighter & its harder to breath. Feels like theres something in my rt lung.
3.5.2022 – Unable to drive. Fibromyalgia, possible lupus. Raynauds syndrome. 2 strokes. Loss of bladder control. Immobilized because of severe swelling. Nerve & vascular issues. Severe headaches. Got COVID again then Raynards & another stroke happened.
Viral infection, Sinus pain and Sinus disorder
2.28.2021 – I was tired this morning, did not sleep well so not the vaccine
3.2.2021 – No
3.31.2021 – Sinus pain and nasal congestion, high pollen count in area
4.1.2021 – Sinus congestion; pollen count medium high
4.2.2021 – Sinus congestion, medium high pollen
4.3.2021 – Sinus pain, pollen at medium-high
4.4.2021 – Sinus congestion, high pollen today
4.5.2021 – Sinus congestion; high pollen count
7.12.2022 – Pain in both hips Clinic visit with PA
10.10.2022 – The arm where I received the Flu shot hurts more
11.11.2022 – 11/7 thru 11/10, I experienced fatigue, muscle and joint aches and pains, chills, headaches and some nausea. I tested for Covid 11/8 and 11/10 and results were negative.
11.18.2022 – Sinus virus
Tongue disorder, Glossodynia and Bone pain
2.4.2021 – Elbow of the arm the shot was given would ache bone deep. For the last 6 days Ive been sleeping 12 hours a day due to fatigue.
2.18.2021 – Cannot move right arm without excruciating pain below armpit.
2.25.2021 – 24 hours after I got the shot, I experienced flu like symptoms. I took Tylenol flu caplets and felt 100% better 12 hours later.
3.13.2021 – Last Sunday thru Tuesday I was fatigued, had body aches and chills. NO temperature.
3.28.2021 – Coughing, sneezing and fatigue.
8.21.2021 – Large painful bumps on back of tongue. Cough and sore throat.
2.22.2022 – Right arm muscles are still sore 3 months after vaccine.
2.22.2022 – Had both Moderna vaccines in left arm had Pfizer booster in right arm. My right arm muscles are very sore and painful still, 3 months after the booster.
Gallbladder polyp, Red blood cell abnormality and Bladder operation
3.11.2021 – Last nite short of breath and fatigued
4.12.2021 – A new reaction to cleaning fluids such as mineral spirits and furniture polish leave me queasy light-headed little dizzy but it goes away after I get fresh air and ventilation
6.7.2021 – In emergency room for hypertension. I have never had high blood pressure It was 188/123
9.7.2021 – Elevated alkaline phosphatase level and red blood cells of abnormally large size and gallbladder polyps
3.8.2022 – Covid Hff all bladder surgery Out patient surgery
Respiratory tract infection viral, Dyspepsia and Herpes zoster
2.14.2021 – Weird taste in mouth - not sure if its related.
2.15.2021 – Insomnia
3.7.2021 – Metallic taste in my mouth first two hours after shot.
3.8.2021 – Insomnia during the night, heartburn.
10.15.2021 – Seasonal allergies that I experience every fall.
10.23.2021 – I've had a respiratory virus/cold this week. It's not COVID (I was tested).
10.30.2021 – I had the Shingrix vaccine last night and I'm experiencing side effects from it: fever, headache, sore arm. I'm not sick and they are not related to the COVID vaccine.
1.9.2022 – A respiratory virus (I tested negative for COVIDrapid and PRN), shingles, and a sinus infection.
Injection site hematoma, Angina pectoris and Sinus pain
12.31.2021 – Bruising on injection site
1.1.2022 – Still having a hematoma on injection site
1.2.2022 – Bruise on injection area
1.3.2022 – Still bruising on injection site
1.4.2022 – Itching all over body
1.11.2022 – Sharp pain in left chest / heart area Headache
1.25.2022 – Headaches in the last few days Pain and Neck stiffness for two days now
2.8.2022 – Itchiness and small bumps on injection area specifically. It also hurts some days when the weather is cold. In the last few days other areas of itchiness and small bumps
6.28.2022 – Cough, nasal congestion, sinus pain. Neck pain, lower back pain.
Muscle disorder, Acupuncture and Eye discharge
5.3.2021 – Diarrhea may be unrelated to the shot
5.4.2021 – Gunk around my eyes when i woke up from naps
11.3.2021 – I think I've been having joint and/or muscle issues, but don't know if it's covid-related or shot-related, so i hadn't mentioned it before, until someone suggested it. I've been getting acupuncture and seeing a chiropractor
5.4.2022 – Im sick with a cold. Tested negative on the home kit
11.1.2022 – Have had a sore throat and night cough for a few days. Ive felt fatigued, but haven't stopped to rest.
Rash papular, Musculoskeletal discomfort and Impaired work ability
10.19.2021 – Apprehensive to this bullshit....fcktards Brandon
10.20.2021 – RASH IS ANNOYING AS FUCK...
10.21.2021 – Back is very painful, have a 5 inch long by 1/2 inch raised spot, itchy below left shoulder injection site, lower back and joints very irritated, stating to think should have said FU to my job...Let's Go Brandon!
10.22.2021 – Explosive Diarrhea..
10.23.2021 – General achiness...tired....fatigued feeling diahreaa
10.24.2021 – Lots of fatigue...went to work...did not feel well....left within 30 minutes...lots of fatigue...thinking should have quit my job vs this dam shot business...feel like a rat in a cage..being experimented upon…(b)(6)
10.25.2021 – These shots suck.....
10.26.2021 – Have to admit the first shot has really slowed me down...gee can hardly wait for the second shot....Joe Biden and Gus cronies can go fuc themselves...should have said no to this fuktard human human experiment...
11.9.2021 – Irritated by you guys wanting to know how I felt an hour before I even got the shot. You are such AssTards there...
11.10.2021 – Bloated....felt like shit all day fever down to 101 tonight...fucking experiment by this administration....
11.11.2021 – Annoyed from this Joe Biden Bullshit....very tired..if it was my choice I would not have taken this shot...each shit has been like getting covid in partially over again...makes me sad dad you people at the CDC did not speak out more for personal choi
11.12.2021 – Very irritable
11.13.2021 – Tired ..very tired
11.14.2021 – Irritable.....
11.16.2021 – Irritable because fcktard Joe Biden n BRADONITES making us all take part in this fucked up experiment.
11.23.2021 – Very fatigued....joints hurt like hell....WTF DID YOU PPL PUT IN ME....YOU PPL BEING ALL TGE FCKTARD LETS GO BRANDON VOTERS....IF I HAD A DO OVER ID HAVE SAID FUC U TO THIS FUKING HUMAN EXPERIMENT.... Why describe when I don't think u really give shit...
12.7.2021 – Highly Stressed because of ALL THE ASSTARDS that voted for fcktard Joe (BRANDON) Biden....in eccense being force to take that BULLSHIT BOGUS SHIT SHOT THAT FCKing doesn't totally work.....I can only hope fcktards who vote otherwise next time.... My Doctor...Heath Consultant...Doctor/Nurse.
12.14.2021 – Only hit yes so I can leave a message.....I despise all of those Fing pukes who voted for that P.O.S. in the White House....Brandon Tard.....it's an absolute Shame what he and his administration have pushed on this great nation ..hell 2 pay 2022 n 24
2.8.2022 – Pissed off at that Fucktard Joe Biden and ALL ASSTARDS that voted for him and this admistration...they can all go fuck themselves forcing this BULLSHIT NONWORKING VACAASINE on us that had to take it to keep our jobs .. as you can see this is BullShit
Menopause, Flatulence and Menstrual disorder
4.13.2021 – Dizziness, feeling very weak
4.15.2021 – Very tired and not clear headed towards end of day.
4.19.2021 – Very tired today and night sweats last night
5.18.2021 – Heart palpitations
7.12.2021 – Major disruption to my menstrual cycle since getting the vaccine. My doctor thinks it is likely related to vaccine.
10.11.2021 – Problems with menstrual cycle. Ongoing since receiving vaccine. Erratic in length/heavy bleeding. Reported to cdc
10.29.2021 – Gas/bowel issues/stomach cramps
11.9.2021 – Disruption to my mentrual cycle. I'm not sure if it's linked to vaccine, but the same thing happened after I received my initial vaccine. This is out of the ordinary for me. I did have extra tests done after this happened with initial vaccine.
11.30.2021 – Problems with my menstrual cycle again since booster dose. Ongoing issue since receiving first vaccine in April. Reported the first time via Vaers system. Hopefully someone at CDC is tracking how/if vaccine disrupts women's menstrual cycles!!
4.26.2022 – Covid infection and early onset perimenopause
10.26.2022 – Very erratic menstrual cycles
Injection site paresthesia, Pain of skin and Burning sensation
4.15.2021 – Mouth tastes funny.
4.17.2021 – Brain fog
5.13.2021 – Tingling arm where I got the shot.
5.14.2021 – since yesterday: Arm tingling & feeling weird, night of injection at 10 pm ringing in ears and headache, about 2 am muscle pain throughout body, 4 to 5 am joints on fire and extreme pain helped by Ibuprofen. Did not take the pain away, but eased it. Pain on and around right collar bone. Also my skin is very sensitive to touch and even breeze from the ceiling fan is painful, Weird taste in mouth.
5.17.2021 – I feel like i have a sun burn on the inside of my body. My rt shoulder hurts really bad inside the joint
6.10.2021 – Fatigue!! Holy Cow fatigue!!!
Rash erythematous, Muscle spasms and Decreased appetite
8.2.2021 – The 1st day I did bit experience body ache ,chills, headaches, no appetite. Last week I discovered a light reddish color rash on the back of my shoulder which is still there.
8.14.2021 – The day after the 2nd shot I had body aches, a head ache,chills and a sore arm
8.15.2021 – Cramps in middle of left leg and last night soreness in left ankle
8.20.2021 – No
9.16.2021 – Left arm pain it comes and go's I'm not sure why and how this happen. I have a doctors appt tomorrow I will get it checked out.
Neuropathy peripheral, Pain of skin and Hypersomnia
3.10.2021 – Having increased neuropathy of feet. Unknown if any relationship to vaccine. New appointment with podiatrist.
10.24.2021 – 12 hrs after full dose Moderna booster had severe chills, shaking, 99.8F temp, joint/ skin aching. Next day extreme fatigue, fever, aching, headache, slept most of day. Tylenol around clock to keep fever below 100F. Red swollen inject site for week.
4.14.2022 – One week after vaccine booster, experienced significant lower back pain for several days. This was a repeat of symptoms from my first booster as well.
Seborrhoeic keratosis, Rash papular and Sleep disorder
6.1.2022 – Itchy spots on my left forearm, below where I got the shot.
6.2.2022 – I have had several eruptions of hives, on my neck, hip, and arm. It's not a rash, it's raised itchy bumps.
6.3.2022 – I have more hives today, on my forehead and my leg. I had hives for 3 months after my first booster but did not connect them with the shot.
6.4.2022 – Still dealing with hives!
6.6.2022 – More hives overnight, on my knee and forearm. The itching makes it hard to sleep.
6.7.2022 – More hives, this time on my chest. Happened in the daytime, not at night.
6.14.2022 – More hives - on my back, face, arms.
6.28.2022 – Lots of seborrheic keratosis spots suddenly on my back, some itchies as well. Appointment with dermatologist
7.12.2022 – More hives
8.30.2022 – Possible stomach cancer
Blood pressure decreased, Hypersomnia and Blood pressure increased
2.25.2021 – For about a week I've been feeling slightly dizzy for about half a minute upon waking up. For about two weeks I've been sleeping a lot, like night &day. My BP has been elevated somewhat about 20 points. Today I have been slightly light headed.
3.4.2021 – Rash on my left thigh
3.5.2021 – I have just been told i have the Shingles
4.9.2021 – Feeling dizzy upon laying down or waking up. I had experienced this after my second vacvine, lasted about 3 weeks then went away now back again.
10.1.2021 – None
10.3.2021 – Right after lunch i felt very dizzy for a little while. I checked my BP and it had dropped to 97/43
4.18.2022 – Allergies headache
11.16.2022 – I didn't get enough sleep last night and had to be up by 5am, but made up by going back to bed and sleeping an additional 3 hrs. Now I feel well rested
11.25.2022 – Caught a bad cold
12.23.2022 – Have COVID Positive this
Dysphemia, Tic and Red blood cell count decreased
4.5.2021 – Dizzy disoriented kinda loopy feeling
4.30.2021 – Bad bad sore throat cough stuffy nose had to get meds from dr
5.3.2021 – Dizziness, disoriented, ticks, shakes feeling numbness in arms twitching eyes and head!!!!
5.4.2021 – Ive pretty much just felt tired and clammy I feel less disoriented today and tremors not as bad today this 2nd dose of vaccine has been a day by day struggle with different symptoms defiantly has had a lot of symptoms they have had me feeling AWFUL Im ready side effects to be OVER!!!!!
5.5.2021 – Dizzy disoriented feeling not right!!!! This has me worried!!!!!
5.13.2021 – Extremely tired and ache all over blood work red blood cells are low
7.30.2021 – Ticks. Stuttering Ive NEVER done these things before the vaccine!!!!! Body aches fatigue is worse than before the vaccine!!!! Blurry vision!!! Brain Fog!!!!! Will this go away????????? Yall never answer my concerns!!!!
Generalized edema, Ear swelling and Mood swings
5.16.2021 – Thirsty
5.18.2021 – Irritated
5.23.2021 – Dizziness
5.30.2021 – Full body inflamation, vertigo, confusion, extreme lower body muscle aches, and daily on and off mild headaches.
6.6.2021 – Confusion
6.7.2021 – Excessive bleeding from unexpected peroid
6.8.2021 – Extreme bleeding from menstrual peroid
6.11.2021 – Confusion, dizziness, moody
6.12.2021 – Forgetfulness
6.15.2021 – Confusion, dizziness, swollen neck, swollen ear I was turned down by my doc office so i called ER. they wouldnt help me unless i came in but i was unable to drive.
6.20.2021 – Neck swelled up and got a bad ear ach.e. extreme fatigue and very moody. I was too sick to drive so i called my doc and was turned down by the call center to talk to a nurse or doc. I called garden city snd the er doc wanted me to come in . I was dizzy and didnt want to drive so i just stayed home.
7.4.2021 – Throat is still swolen. Right ear still gets continual mild ear achs. Many charlie hoarses and pulled muscles in myblegs and feet. Office visit with PCP.
7.11.2021 – THE Fatigue is not lifting. Major charlie horses and muscles pulling in my legs and feet.
9.6.2021 – Massive pain in one llower rt leg. Extreme difficulty walking up stairs. Difficulty retaining information, ocasional earaches and swolen throat. Office visit
12.5.2021 – Cackling voice at times. When my throat swells, the crackling is worse. Also, periods are very strong and linger for days.
6.9.2022 – Heart palpations are stronger and more frequ. Regular doc visit
Exercise tolerance decreased, Gait disturbance and Feeling cold
3.18.2021 – Felt bit chilly sensation, got wet in cold rain
3.19.2021 – Felt chilly yesterday after shot. Most likely since I got wet in cold weather
3.20.2021 – Felt chilly in first three after vaccination. Took lemon ginger water and slept. Probably I got wet in cold rain
4.8.2021 – sore arm
7.8.2021 – I had a problem during my daily walk. I can walk for an hour daily. After the second dose, I could not walk for more than 4-5 min at a stretch. Need to stop to take a deep breath. Had to stop 10 times. After two months of struggle, I am now okay
10.7.2021 – Two weeks after my second shot, had a hard time completing an hour walk. Stopped after every 5-8 min, took a deep breath for 1-2 min and then continued with my walk. Had to take high doses of vitamin C and vitamin to overcome vaccine effect
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