Their Stories

Muscle injury, Sciatica and Arthritis

2.3.2021 – chronic left knee joint pain that began with the first vaccinet be

2.5.2021 – joint pain is in left knee. have arthritis & believe vaccine triggered inflammatory response in that knee

5.1.2021 – pain in right calf. experience pain mostly when standing or sleeping on back. feel like muscles are being pulled apart. not sure related to vaccine, but didn't have this issue before December when I received my first shot

7.30.2021 – Experiencing pain in my right calf. Pain radiates from calf and upwards. Doctor thinks it's sciatica or muscle damage.

Formication, Movement disorder and Swelling of eyelid

5.16.2021 – I felt like floating in the air, kinda slow motion 15 minutes after the vaccine.

5.17.2021 – It was a little rash on left cheek. I felt like Im floating up on the air again for a split seconds this evening then it went away.

5.18.2021 – I have running nose late afternoon & in the evening.

5.19.2021 – I had leg cramps in one leg at 4 am today.

5.20.2021 – Had a sensation like a worm or bug was crawling around the injection site & when I touch it there was nothing there. Then it triggered again the sensation of a worm crawling around the injection site that lasted approximately 2 minutes. At the same time I was feeling tingling on the injected arm, the whole left lateral arm down to 4th & 5th fingers which also lasted approximately 2-3 min.

5.21.2021 – I have running nose, & hoarse voice. I feel like Im catching a flu.

5.23.2021 – Just feeling bone pain most of the night both lower legs & feet.

5.30.2021 – I think on the 8th day, all of a sudden I had severe nerve pain on 1/2 of my mouth, right side upper & lower teeth then severe chest pain lasted 5-10 min. Fortunately, my son was here & helped me.

6.6.2021 – None at this moment.

6.7.2021 – None

6.8.2021 – None at this time.

6.10.2021 – Nothing at this time.

6.11.2021 – Nothing. Thanks.

6.13.2021 – I noticed a little swelling on left upper cheek & left upper eyelid last night & today. Thats all.

12.5.2021 – Feeling very tired, body aches, dizzy, nausea, epigastric pain. Symptoms lasted almost 2 weeks. I took Tylenol 1000mg x 1 only.

Confusional state, Cold sweat and Arthralgia

2.17.2021 – Slight soreness not pain in shoulder receiving the shot

3.23.2021 – I had a single strange episode of mental confusion one evening 9 days after my second vaccination and woke early the next morning in a cold sweat. I dont know what may have been the cause. I havent had any other problems

4.20.2022 – Some achiness and fatigue for several days after 2nd booster on April 4. A few days later a cold. Not severe or related to the booster. Several negative Covid home tests subsequently.

4.27.2022 – Just got over a mild cold that lasted about a week

Sluggishness, Muscular weakness and Body temperature increased

1.23.2021 – Slight headache last night

1.24.2021 – Fatigue much better than yesterday

1.28.2021 – Except, I can tell that today I really feel totally back to normal. I think I was slightly sluggish up til today.

2.19.2021 – Was tired the next day and half of next

2.15.2022 – Am working through some weak leg issues and starting PT. Have a bad back, so have had some issues before

5.16.2022 – Aches, runny nose, low grade temp, head ache seldom. Just tested positive with Covid and husband too. Waiting for Doctor call back

Axillary mass, Breast pain and Paranasal sinus discomfort

2.5.2021 – Swelling in the arm pit of the arm that had the injection.

2.6.2021 – Softball size swelling in the armpit of the injection arm

2.7.2021 – Softball size lump in the armpit of the arm that the inject was in. Slight pain in lump. As been painful the last couple of days

2.8.2021 – Swelling in the armpit of the injection site. Slight pain

2.9.2021 – Swelling in the armpit

2.10.2021 – Swelling in the armpit of the injection

2.25.2021 – Feeling like I need to cough when I take a deep breath

2.26.2021 – Swelling in the armpit of the injection site and breast pain on the side of the injection

2.27.2021 – Swelling in the armpit of the injection site

3.24.2021 – Sinus pressure and runny nose

Local reaction, Tenderness and Injection site bruising

2.4.2021 – Noticed what may be either the beginnings of another COVID arm rash or just a local reaction

2.5.2021 – Rash on injection arm is growing, includes injection site and below

8.3.2021 – Sore throat, congestion, fatigue, coughsymptoms of possible Delta variant Just took a PCR test

10.26.2021 – I have had a lot of arm pain with the booster. Covid arm rash has appeared again. Had the booster on 10/23 and by evening felt very fatigued. This carried on throughout the following day and was definitely noticeable. Small bruise at injection site

10.27.2021 – Still have bruising at the site and faint rash underneath

10.28.2021 – Pain at the injection site is mainly from the bruising.

10.29.2021 – Still have bruising at injection site. Arm only sore when pressure applied during sleep

10.30.2021 – No soreness at injection site today

9.18.2022 – Covid arm rash fading out now

Thalassemia, Thalamic stroke and Glossodynia

1.22.2021 – I have had a worsening of pain from a thalamic stroke. Not sure if it has to do with the vaccination

2.9.2021 – Stroke pain worsened like last time

2.10.2021 – Mouth sore

2.11.2021 – Tongue sores. Slight sore throat

2.12.2021 – Cold sores on tongue

2.13.2021 – Tongue sores

3.8.2021 – Stroke pain worseBack spasms

8.9.2021 – Had Shingles

10.26.2021 – Neuralgia of right hand, arm. Came in March after the first two shots. Came back worse with booster

11.9.2021 – Neuralgia of the right hand ear and jaw

3.31.2022 – Neuralgia is worse

5.13.2022 – Cough, chills, lethargy and loss of appetite

9.26.2022 – Pain from my thalamic stroke is worsened. That has happened with each shot.

12.20.2022 – Stomach virus

Chronic fatigue syndrome, Aphasia and Systemic lupus erythematosus

3.24.2021 – Dizziness, little tightness in chest

3.25.2021 – Dizziness, have to be careful with balance

4.9.2021 – Dizziness combined with loss of balance but not falling. Profound fatigue, and increasing brain fog. Anxiety and trouble breathing.

4.16.2021 – Light headedness and dizziness, fear loss of balance. Brain fog.

4.23.2021 – Vertigo makes me nearly lose my balance; profound fatigue. In person doctor appointment.

6.18.2021 – Sudden onset of Tinnitus.

11.25.2021 – All of above symptoms have increased in pain daily since vaccination.

11.27.2021 – I have Sjogren's/Lupus and vaccine triggered a much more profound can hardly move fall asleep if I sit down fatigue.

12.12.2021 – More profound fatigue, bone aches in shins and hips that get worse at night and are very painful.

1.2.2022 – Tinnitus is continuing constantly and is very disruptive and depressing. Constant ringing it never stops since it suddenly started on 5/19/21.

5.8.2022 – Progressive brain fog, forgetting words, more tired everyday.

5.24.2022 – Racing heart, high blood pressure, and breathlessness.

5.31.2022 – Increased brain fog, migraines, profound fatigue.

6.7.2022 – Extreme and debilitating fatigue, trouble getting a full breath, migraines. I'm going to my doctor next week. In person doctor appointment

8.2.2022 – Unceasing breathlessness and fatigue. In person doctor appointment

Panic attack, Tachycardia and Anxiety

2.3.2021 – Only joint pain is at shoulder of injected arm. Other symptoms: tachycardia at rest (typically had been between 117-140bpm) spo2 drops to 96-99 at rest, with exercise drops into mid-high 80s

2.5.2021 – Rash on abdomen (began yesterday morning), slight tachycardia, shortness of breath, chest tightness. I also have anxiety but I am medicated and I dont think it was the anxiety although it feels like I am on the verge of a panic attack for most of the day

Ocular hyperemia, Eye pruritus and Hypersensitivity

2.5.2021 – My nose is running like I have a cold for the last three days. It's clear. I feel fine. Sneezing a lot

2.11.2021 – My allergies are crazy. My nose is always running, and my eyes are itchy and red. I don't normally have allergies in the winter months. Not a cold, snot is clear?

2.28.2021 – Lymph nodes are swollen in armpits, neck and groin

3.1.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in armpit, neck and groin.

3.2.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in groin, neck and armpits

3.3.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes still

4.9.2021 – My lymph nodes are swollen again. Just left side

Sleep apnea syndrome, Thirst and Asthma

3.31.2021 – Thirsty! Soon after I drink water; thirsty again!

4.7.2021 – Just got diagnosed with Sleep Apnea Doing bloodwork to rule out Diabetes

4.13.2021 – I broke out in hives; have since gone down after taking Benadryl at night and generic Claritin during the day. It occurred about 3 days ago. I called a doctor through my insurance who helped me through it; she said it could have been Spring allergies

4.29.2021 – Enlarged lymph node on base of neck on side where vaccinated In-person visit for lymph node swelling

5.3.2021 – Continued swollen lymph node in neck on side wher shot was administered

5.4.2021 – Lymph node on neck on side where had shot seems to be decreasing.

6.8.2021 – Allergies and asthma flare up. Upping my allergy and asthma maintenance meds. Went on a 4 day vacation in pollen ridden area of mountain community in northern CA.

Injection site discoloration, Ear discomfort and Edema peripheral

8.19.2021 – Elevated heart rate, severe armpit pain and swelling, weakness

8.20.2021 – Chest pain, weakness

8.21.2021 – Armpit swelling and pain, stomach cramps

8.22.2021 – Armpit pain and swelling

8.24.2021 – Sharp chest pains

1.26.2022 – Dizziness, lightheaded

1.27.2022 – Occasional lightheaded/dizziness

1.29.2022 – Armpit swelling, some dizziness, ear feels stopped up on the side of injection

2.10.2022 – I had a 24 hour period of severe diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, chills, stomach pain, and fever. Additionally, I have had some armpit pain on the side of injection and fatigue.

3.4.2022 – Small deep purple spot appeared at the injection site.

Body temperature increased, Throat irritation and Chills

8.20.2021 – Summer cold.

10.18.2021 – Mild cold symptoms, headache, fatigue.

3.28.2022 – 2 distinct illnesses 1. 7-10 days of severe body aches and fatigue. Did not test for COVID. 2. Severe head cold with fever of 100.2 for 1-2 days, cold symptoms persisting for 11 to 12 days with gradual improvement. Home Covid test negative.

10.12.2022 – Mild cold symptoms, fatigue, scratchy throat

12.6.2022 – Covid. High fever and chills for one day. Felt lousy with lower fever for 3 more days, but a little better each day. Lingering congestion and fatigue for two plus weeks. Tested negative after two weeks. Now fully recovered.

Mobility decreased, Chest pain and Dyspnea

3.25.2021 – Jst difficulty lifting my arm in shoulder flexion

3.28.2021 – Shortness of breath bt mild maybe bcz i had asthma

5.8.2021 – Jst hv difficulty in breathing, maybe bcz of allergy season. Bt i went to a doctor already for a check up.

5.14.2021 – Having difficulty in breathing, bt my dr prescribed symbicort, maybe bcz i hv allergies as well, allergy season.

5.20.2021 – Difficulty in breathing, easily get tired climbing stairs

5.27.2021 – Shortnes of breath... difficulty in breathing

4.17.2022 – Chest pain, bt thats was few Weeks after covid, headaches.

Tenotomy, Large intestine polyp and Weight decreased

3.18.2021 – Fatigue. Asthma attack. Foggy brain. Aches and pains.

6.3.2021 – Foggy brain. Fatigue.

9.2.2021 – Memory issues and brain fog. Inflammation. Large polyps found in colonoscopy. Nausea is constant. Lost 35 pounds.

11.6.2021 – Back and neck ache. Achilles' tendon in left foot is stretched out an inch and a half. Not sure if related but also not sure if from other source. Nausea.

1.22.2022 – Covid

4.23.2022 – I had Covid immediately after last contact. I had the flu I have a coke

Headache

3.26.2021 – 7days after my 1st Pfizer dose headaches started and has been every day , so, I cancelled my 2nd dose. I had a covid test today and will call my Dr. when the results come back to discuss and advise about 2nd Pfizer dose. I wrote to my Dr. and was advised by medical staff to do a video consult when My Dr is back in.

4.4.2021 – I still have headaches all day long since the morning of March 9th. My Dr. Told me to continue taking ibuprofen until the headaches go away. She said at the time last week that she thought I should still get the 2nd dose, but, I am worried to do so

Initial insomnia, Gastrointestinal disorder and Abdominal discomfort

2.16.2021 – Stomach upset over the weekend. GI discomfort. May have been related to food.

3.1.2021 – Over the last few nights after the vaccine I had trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. After talking to some other vaccine recipients I've heard similar things. Not related to any specific discomfort like fever or chills, just a general unrest. This was not a problem last night, appears to have resolved.

5.26.2021 – GI upset.

2.24.2022 – General congestion, off and on GI

Vasodilatation, Gastrointestinal pain and Urticaria

1.25.2021 – A lot of fatigue, bowel issues/cramping

2.17.2021 – Itching Varicose VeinsSevere headache and fatigue 2 days last week

2.27.2021 – Inflammatory response, greater than usual inflammation in varicose veins in my legs

8.6.2021 – About two weeks ago I had 24 hours or so of a severe headache, throwing up and diarrhea with a fever. Went to get tested for Covid with rapid test and it came up negative. After about 15 hours or so I was feeling fine.

2.3.2022 – Swelling of veins in my legs and Uticaria itching. I did not have the symptoms till after the second vaccine. Then it went away for a while then it appeared again after the booster!

Sensation of foreign body, Feeling of body temperature change and Eye pain

6.18.2021 – Right eye hurt, right side of neck hurts, right side of back

6.19.2021 – Head ache on thr right side, eye hurts, neck hurt all on the right side

7.2.2021 – Feel light headed, nauseated, weak, nose running a little

7.8.2021 – Nose running a little cough

7.15.2021 – Seems like my nose is running more often

7.29.2021 – Severe headaches that started on the left side. That went to the middle the right. I was a little shaky

12.17.2021 – Runny nose

12.18.2021 – Nose running

12.21.2021 – Nose watery

12.30.2021 – A cold or something like it

1.6.2022 – Sick, scratchy throat, headache, fever, a wooping type cough, feels like something in my throat

1.13.2022 – Headache, bad cough, hot and cold, sneezing, dizzy, light headed throat felt funny like something was in it

1.22.2022 – Cold symptoms like cough, hot, headache dry cough it's been three weeks now

1.27.2022 – Headache, nose running, feel lethargic

6.20.2022 – Nose leaks often like I have allergies

12.16.2022 – Body aches, fever, chills, coughing a bad cough, dizziness, eye pain, diarrhea.

Lethargy, Chest pain and Fatigue

4.15.2021 – Somewhat lethargic, exhaustion

5.12.2021 – Since Ive received the second shot, Ive felt as if there was an immediate headache when the shot was administered. I have had a consistent headache. (Almost feeling like, it wont go away.) ive taken a couple of ibuprofen but not much relief.

5.19.2021 – My chest has been hurting and I still have headaches.

5.26.2021 – I keep headaches, and yes Ive continued to work, but cant get the headache to go away.

6.2.2021 – Consistent headaches.

Hypersomnia, Mobility decreased and Somnolence

3.2.2021 – Extremely fatigued 11 Feb to 26 Feb. Foggy thinking, and light headache. Symptoms lifted on the 27th. I certainly can't say it is due to the vaccine, but it certainly was different than anything I've felt or experienced before.

3.8.2021 – A feeling of spining, like vertigo I guess. Woke up 6am spining randomly, steadied at about 1pm

3.9.2021 – Still experiencing some dizzy/spinning type sensations. Very light today compared to yesterday

1.23.2022 – extremely exhausted sleeping 12 to 14 hours each night headache diarrhea cough runny nose No fever Tested Negative

4.27.2022 – tiredness, exhausted, rundown feeling. needed long 2 hour naps. Seems like it was all winter. Am feeling more energetic now, and back to walking and doing more activities.

Injection site induration, Nephrolithiasis and Injection site warmth

4.13.2021 – Sore throat and chest congestion

4.24.2021 – I got COVID arm. 7 days after the injection a large patch developed at the site. It was hard and hot to the touch, about 3 inches by 2, and very itchy. It lasted about 5 days. I took ibuprofen, which helped and used a topical cream for the itch.

5.10.2021 – The fever I had yesterday peaked at 101.4, but after a good nights sleep I was back down to 98.2 this morning.

5.22.2021 – A bout of kidney stones.

Pharyngeal swelling, Tachycardia and Blood pressure increased

1.22.2021 – Funny taste in mouth immediately after injection

1.25.2021 – Some congestion, new since receiving vaccine, headache probably related to poor nights sleep

1.27.2021 – Mild congestion

1.28.2021 – Slight nasal congestion

2.23.2021 – Left sided facial numbness starting 2.5 hours after shot; and throat swelling, chest tightness, elevated blood pressure, and mild tachycardia 3 hours after shot Went to ER 3.5 hours after shot for allergic reaction, took Benadryl at home and was given solumedrol and pecid in ER

2.27.2021 – Chest tightness-resolves with prednisone, Benadryl, and pepcid

3.1.2021 – Intermittent facial numbness, upper throat/lymph node swelling

Menstruation irregular, Somnolence and Influenza

2.24.2021 – Lymph nodes in neck feel slightly tender

2.25.2021 – I think these are because I didnt get enough sleep. Not likely vaccine related.

2.26.2021 – I slept 10 hours last night and still tired today

2.28.2021 – I slept 10 hours last night

3.7.2021 – I feel generally tired. Been sleeping more (sometimes 10-11 hours) post shot than before (more like 6-8 hours)

8.22.2021 – In late June I had a sore throat and lots of congestion. I dont work summers (professor) so I didnt miss work but I would have stayed home bc of the pandemic.

11.23.2022 – Covid in July 2022. Flu Nov 2022. Irregular menstrual periods, especially in last 2 months.

Eructation, Gastroesophageal reflux disease and Tremor

4.4.2021 – I suffer from migraines and have one today. It probably is unrelated to the vaccine

4.5.2021 – Started the day with the migraine i reported uesterday, but it cleared by noon with Advil. I get migraines frequently, and this was not likely related to the vaccine.

4.22.2021 – I had a sore neck and headaches last week. Again, I get regular headaches, so that has never been a good indicator of illness for me.

6.16.2022 – Tremors , excessive belching/acid reflux

7.20.2022 – I got covid

10.28.2022 – Tremors, cough

Nerve injury, Hypoesthesia and Chest discomfort

1.7.2021 – Tingling all over head-mild, lasted about 30 seconds

1.21.2021 – Diarrhea

1.15.2022 – Dizziness

1.22.2022 – Sore throat, nasal congestion, chest tightness

1.29.2022 – I tested positive for Covid 1/24. I've experienced mild headache, moderate nasal congestion, mild sore throat, and extreme fatigue.

2.26.2022 – Area on back went numb and is now tingling. I had positive covid test 1 week after vaccine and doc said nerve damage was likely due to covid infection. Tingling is nerve regeneration.

Sjogren's syndrome, Gastrointestinal hemorrhage and Colitis

3.10.2021 – Upper arm, shoulder aches

3.17.2021 – Scalp hurts

3.24.2021 – In lupus flare - according to labwork done 3/18. High see rate etc . I truly think the first shot caused it but its okay, I understand!! Better than the alternative...

4.7.2021 – Dizzy

4.8.2021 – Congestion,

5.14.2021 – Terrible headaches. Last week and this week. 4-5 times.

7.10.2021 – Breathing issues. Chest pain. CT scan, echo, pft outpatient - pulmonologist visit

4.9.2022 – Had GI bleed & severe acute colitis, lupus flare continuous and severe sjogrens symptoms , also severe hair loss

Blood glucose increased, Rash erythematous and Asthenia

2.13.2021 – Fatigue, severe joint pain Family practice

2.27.2021 – Continued severe fatigue, joint soreness, deep red rash on my back and blood sugar jumped 200 points. Family practice

3.6.2021 – Continued severe muscle and joint pain. Extreme fatigue and rash throughout my back and chest

3.13.2021 – Within 72 hours of receiving the shot and for the last 43 days I continue to experience severe fatigue, chronic pain in my joints and a distinct loss loss of strength. In addition I have a serious rash on my back, chest and groin. Please help. Family practice

5.1.2021 – After two steroid treatments I still have severe fatigue, joint and muscle pain. Family practice

7.31.2021 – Fatigue, joint pain, rash, muscle ache, increased blood sugar levels, loss of strength, Dr visit

Sinus pain, Herpes zoster and Sinus disorder

2.27.2021 – Itch all over all night. I had shingles January 20 ,2021

3.22.2021 – For two days after second shot had low grade fever and all my joints hurt bad for 2 days

4.24.2021 – Terrible sinis and breathing problems every since my second shot on February 18 the 4 dr,s can find nothing wrong, is it possible it is from shot?I got a covid test and that was negative. I am beside myself, with sinis pain and hard to breath.

4.30.2021 – Can,t breath good Dr office several

6.17.2021 – Asthma I hope it did not come from shotThat is what I have had since shot. Probably .But it took 3 dr. WhoDid not know what was wrong. Went to specialist in Albany he knew imeadelitly.

Tenderness, Edema peripheral and Lymphadenopathy

4.22.2021 – Swelling in front and under armpit

4.23.2021 – Swelling in armpit/lymph nodes

4.24.2021 – Swelling and tenderness in armpit and in front of armpit.

4.25.2021 – Mild pain and swelling in armpit and front of armpit still. Getting better

4.26.2021 – Very mild swelling in armpit and front of armpit- almost gone.

12.9.2021 – Mild lymphadenopathy

12.10.2021 – Moderate to large swelling in armpit lymph nodes

12.11.2021 – Moderate lymph node swelling under arm

12.12.2021 – Swelling in lymph nodes under arm - mild

12.8.2022 – Fatigue