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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.

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Dental cleaning, Osteitis and Immunization

2DR-16000-40001

– Cold hands

– Cold Hands

– Developed small rash, which cleared up same day vaccine-related aches, pains and soreness stopped (approximately three weeks after first dose was administered.)Walgreens scheduled second dose five weeks after initial Pfizer dose.

– Headaches and severe pain lower left jaw with inflammation. Also outer right eyelid twitches. Annual physical exam; dental exam and cleaning; quarterly exam with endocrinologist.

– Pain in my jaw, knees, back, neck and head.

Dysmenorrhea, Muscle twitching and Tremor

2DR-23465-14298

– Headache feels more like a head or sinus cold (or it could be an actual oncoming cold...?)

– Mild cough

– Dizziness, tinnitus stronger than usual

– Small muscle tremors in left arm, no pain

– Minor muscle spasms in left arm, no pain

– Mild cold-like symptoms: runny nose, minor productive cough, sneezing

– Minor head cold: light headedness, out of breath, fatigue, headaches, body aches

– Sore throat, cough, headache

– Menstrual cramping, out of sync (hard to time with an IUD, but it seems to be an "extra round" of cramping a week after the latest time.)

– These symptoms may be related to menstrual cramps instead of a reaction to the vaccine

– Migraine and headaches - a new thing for me, haven't had migraines before.

Breast discomfort, Increased upper airway secretion and Laryngitis

2DR-26806-86603

– I did not experience any redness until day 8 after the vaccine. I called my primary Dr.s office today because I was concerned & wanted to know if it was ok that a mild side affect would appear 8 days after the vaccine. Im feeling great otherwise.

– Yes, Im experiencing more clear mucus coming from my nasal passages and running down my throat

– I have had some discomfort under my right breast bone. I thought it might be heart burn. It has continued so I am seeing my primary Dr. tomorrow to rule out heart inflammation (myocarditis).

– Sneezing, non stop runny nose & headache

– Sneezing, runny nose, mucus in my throat.

Sexual dysfunction, Tachycardia and Balance disorder

2DR-77470-48208

– Offbalance

– Dizzy, lightheaded, migraine,occasional cough, chest pressure, stomach cramps are fairly moderate.

– Dizziness, lightheaded, migraine, night sweats

– Dizzy, lightheaded, site injection pain decreased rom in shld

– Dizzy, migraine, weakness

– Dizzy, lightheaded unsteady weakness

– Dizzy, lightheaded unsteady

– Dizzy unsteady

– New Tingling sensation in groin

– Tingling sensation in groin / genitalia has progressed. Not a joke.

– Tingling in genitals remains unchanged.

– g I issues

– Vertigo, headaches, dizziness, tinnitus

– Occasional tachycardia, increased autonomic dysfunction, sexual health issue

Breakthrough COVID-19, Gastrointestinal disorder and Pain in extremity

2DS-12763-86615

– Arm pain was somewhere between mild and moderate but very treatable with ibuprofen and an ice pack.

– My arm is less sore today (~24 hours after) than it was yesterday night (~7 hours after injection).

– I think the headache and gastrointestinal issues were from work not the booster!

– I have a breakthrough COVID-19 infection. Symptoms are minor because of being vaxxed and boosted. Tired, runny nose, congestion, sore throat. No fever.

Impaired work ability, Vertigo and Nausea

2DS-14062-58402

– Within 2 hours of my second shot I got a headache. Then over the next 12 hours I had body aches, joint pain, fever, chills, vertigo, nausea. I wanted to report this as I did not get my verification code in to record that first 24 hours after vaccination. I also had moderate to severe pain at ithe injection site for 18 hours . I had to call in sick the next day after my 2nd dose as I was up all night in misery

Periorbital swelling, Exercise tolerance decreased and Swelling of eyelid

2DS-24159-65652

– Face filler under 1 eye medium swelling. Cheek sticking out

– Face under eye and cheek still super swollen now rash of redness across swollen cheek. Burning sensation at injection site and felt like burning weird feeling inside my lung/heart

– Same thing I felt from start like weird heaviness around my lungs. Cant workout hard to take super deep breatha

– The pain under my lungs has moved to my left breast sharp pains

Injection site pain and COVID-19

2DS-78893-70611

– Feeling healthy and joyful! Thanks for all your hard work organizing and tracking your people

– Feeling healthy and strong after I got my shot! Thanks for all you do for everyone you serve!

– Thu 4.28.22 Symptoms: Minor arm soreness where the needle went in. Expected. Feeling good other than that

– Covid. Early august 2022 For 5 to 10 days. Neutralized with some meds from the doctor. Feeling much better now! Phone call with family practice doctor. Fill the prescription he gave me. Covid test -10 days later

Influenza like illness, Pain in extremity and Fatigue

2DS-88017-03928

– So bad , feel like flu

– Feel fatigue

– 1 spot in my hand it still hurt since I got the second shot , dont know what happened, should I go to the hospital for check, but Im worried about the cost . What should I do?

– One spot on my hand is still hurt

– 1 spot on my hand where it feeling hurt more than regular

– Cánh Tay trái bên chích vn b au sau 3 tháng ri mà không thy hn mà còn au hn , bui sáng thc dy , tôi phi làm gì ? Sao không có ai giúp tôi vy ?

Herpes zoster and Injection site pain

2DT-12329-21675

– For some reason my right arm, the one that got the injection is hurting. Its hurting at the injection site and down my arm. It could be totally unrelated and based on a muscle strain but just not sure

– I contracted shingles about two weeks after my first vaccine. That is why I am only feeling fair it is right where I got the shot I tried all of the above

– Please see my previous notes about having shingles

– I have shingles so its probably not related to the shot

– See previous notes about shingles

Skin disorder, Herpes simplex and Dyspepsia

2DT-66847-16683

– New/unusual dyspepsia

– Significant increase in both frequency and volume of HSV outbreaks since vaccine - SPOUSE AS WELL (order of 5-10x).

– Increased number/intensity of HSV outbreaks - like after the 2nd dose - including across bilateral dermatomes.

– Increase in HSV outbreaks, including concomitant lesions bilaterally.

– Progressively strong reactivation of HSV after each vaccination/booster and COVID infection. Definitely have seen correlation between COVID and HSV as per some literature (N of 1 trial).

Body temperature decreased, Visual impairment and Influenza

2DT-70588-19942

– lack of appetite

– Forgot to mention sore finger joints yesterday

– Not sure if it has to do with vaccine or not, but my 3D vision is off. Normally I can look at 3D pictures and the items poking out are clearly defined.

– I had flu symptoms of chills, 101 fever, fatigue, sore throat, coughing, headache, some runny nose. Got tested for Covid, Flu A, and Flu B. Was also prescribed Tamiflu at my request, which really seemed to help. However, was told to quit taking it when my test results showed Negative for all three.

Decreased interest, Restlessness and Swelling face

2DU-15361-88179

– Constipation, itching all over, runny nose, dry mouth, anxiety. All mild symptoms.

– Loss of appetite, disinterested, right side swollen (arm, leg, face, neck). Face & neck on right side have numbness, it's getting better now. No desire to drink anything. Feverish, but can't log a temp.

– Same symptoms of feeling feverish, restlessness at night, some constipation

– Still feeling feverish at times, but not bad enough to take medication for.

Feeling drunk, Electric shock sensation and Myocardial infarction

2DU-53072-57746

– Dry mouth

– Slightly impaired feeling, like I'm thinking and moving in slow motion

– Irregular heartbeat

– Heart palpitations

– Heart palpitations; tightness in my chest from time to time and occasionally i feel a fluttering that seems to jump around from my heart, to my stomach, then left upper arm and into my neck like my nerves are shorting out. I have a drs appt. 7/20/21.

– Headache, high blood pressure, and high anxiety. The last two as diagnosed from my doctor's appointment on 7/20/2021.

– An echocardiogram showed my top half of my heart is beating slower than the bottom half. I have a nuclear stress test scheduled with an cardiologist January 12th 2022 to find out more.

– Numb limbs and heart palpitations after resuming Claritin 10mg 24. I think their must be an interaction between the covid vaccine and Claritin, because after already taking Claritin last year then getting the covid vaccine (Pfizer) I heart attack

Chapped lips, Lip swelling and Rash erythematous

2DV-23773-01528

– 4 days after 2nd vaccine my lip became slightly swollen. Since then they are chapped, warm, reddish with tiny bumps around edges. As if Ive been out in the cold. Applying Vaseline. No other symptoms. No prior fillers. Have never had lip sores.

– My lips which became swollen and super dry and cracked four days after my second vaccine started feeling the same effects this week but to a lessor degree. This condition is very annoying and unsightly.

Laryngitis, Gastroesophageal reflux disease and Dysgeusia

2DV-23848-37308

– Left anterior lower leg pain at shin late last night were level a 7/10 but gone this morning

– Have had intermittent discomfort in chest and abdomen which may be has. This began on 2/5. Don't know if it's related. Do have an appointment withy cardiologist tomorrow for my yearly checkup

– Earlier had metal taste in mouth when drinking, also intermittent dry cogh

– Feel like I have a cold

– Sore throat, sneezing,runny nose

– Runny nose, intermittent dry cougj

– Stuffy head, sneezing, runny nose

– Cough, nasal congestion

– Acid reflux Saw GI specialist in office

– Stuffy nose,cough,runny nose,fatigue did not get tested although sx began July 8th as was in place where tests were not readily available. Got home yesterday and rapid covid test was negative. Still have stuffy nose and fatigue hi

– Have laryngitis but is not connected to recent booster

Joint range of motion decreased, Rheumatoid arthritis and Joint swelling

2DV-31813-37294

– a little light headed when going up stairs

– Fingers and hand joints are painful and swollen

– Both hands and all fingers appear to be swelling. Difficulty bending fingers and joints in fingers are sore.

– Severe hand / finger pain. Swollen joints. Unable to make a fist with either hand. Loss of strength in both hands. appt with PCP

– I had swelling in both hands and fingers -- I couldn't wear my watch or rings. My upper body joints were painful. I had difficulty standing from seated position due to painful knees. PCP office visit. Given Rx for Prednisone.

– Again I must report both hands and fingers and swelling which prevents me from wearing my watch and rings.The Prednisone worked a couple of days but then the swelling and joint pain returned.

– I am being treated by a Rheumatologist due swollen hands, fingers,knees and feet apparently caused by a reaction to the vaccine injections. specialist office visit

– I'm being treated for Rheumatoid Arthritis which physicians believe was caused by Covid vaccinations. Symptoms started 2 weeks after my 2nd Vax. They have advised not to get boosted. I have not. PCPs & Rheumatologists office visits, X-rays, CT scans, EMG tests and blood draws.

Pancreatic carcinoma, Abdominal pain and Fatigue

2DW-19125-39365

– Im indicating fatigue and abdominal pain, so that I could relate to you re my condition as a Pancreatic cancer patient. Most of the listed symptoms have been experienced at one time or another. My answers are based on anything that arises significantly above my historical health experiences on a day to day basis. Im ok today with nothing out of the normal. Im entering my 4th year of this cancer.

– Pancreatic cancer

Concussion, Loss of consciousness and Fall

2DW-29588-08037

– last night I had trouble sleeping due to the injection site pain

– I passed out while going to the bathroom and got a concussion but I'm released now from the emergency room

– After my fall in the bathroom and my concussion I have been taking it easy and so far today has been a fine day with no major issues

– no but my stomach was fine and has gotten worse daily

– my bowel movements have gotten looser since my vaccine I'm hoping it will wear off soon

– Yesterday I only had a little bit to eat hoping to stop the loose bowels. I am also taking probiotics. Hopefully this will help

Uterine pain, Pollakiuria and Musculoskeletal discomfort

2DX-17078-56914

– I had sharp pains in my stomach.

– I have had diarrhea for 3 days, sharp cramps in my stomach, and frequent urination.

– I have been getting headaches daily. I had diarrhea last week. I felt light headed. I have developed a slight cough. I was urinating often. It felt like an UTI. I worked from home and made it through the work day but was extremely exhausted.

– Heaviness in the back of my neck and when laying down, there is an uneasy feeling when breathing

– Anxiety attacks weekly

– I had sharp pains that felt like contractions. My periods are irregular. It comes on 3-4 times a month. My blood pressure is up.

– My cycle is irregular and heavy. I get shocking cramps during this time that were so severe that i had to go to the emergency room. I am now told that i have high blood pressure.

Oral herpes, Hot flush and Rash

2DX-20147-36891

– Picked up a 5 # bag of salt and my forearm felt the strain.

– Feeling better today than yesterday.

– Had vaccine in right arm is but left arm is achy.

– First night of vaccine I had hot flash at night. Last night I had 2 very hot hot flashes. Im 74 years old and haven't had any hot flashes in years.

– My other arm was hurting. In the same area as the arm that had received the shot

– Since getting the shots I've had 4 very tiny cold sores. Come about a day and be gone next.

– Got another cold sore starting

– A rash has appeared on a finger. It does not hurt or itch. Am calling to see what I should do about getting a covid test.

– Been coughing a lot for no reason. Just start coughing for a few minutes then stop. I can't bring up anything when I feel like there is something there.

Bell's palsy, Angina pectoris and Hypoesthesia oral

2DX-25802-29129

– Angina. I felt like I was having a heart attack all day...

– rash on back, chest and hand... sharp pain behind left eye then nose bleed from left nostril... stopped with Afrin.

– my upper left lip started twitching then numb then spasming.. it's been a few weeks. I didn't think anything of it at first but it is still happening throughout the day. I had a bad case of bells palsy in 2012. the shot may have triggered something.

Depressed mood, Skin warm and Lethargy

2DX-26437-29320

– sharp electrical pains in my toes

– exhausted. a bit depressed and anxious last few days.

– exhausted. lethargic

– Very sick about 12 hrs. After the booster. Fever, bodyaches, nausea, headache. Extreme fatigue. Very lethargic. Felt much better the second day but still lethargic and low-grade fever. Today I feel much better. Have not taken ibuprofen, no headache,

– arm was swollen & red & felt hot to touch yesterday

Deafness, Injected limb mobility decreased and Eye pruritus

2DX-32693-84967

– Not today but when I got the shot on 2/25/21 I felt awful. Fever 101.8; nausea, fever, chills, muscle aches, GI, fatigue, bad headache; no injection site pain but super sore arm couldn't lift over my head. I have right ear new hearing loss on 3/1/21 ENT put me on prednisone. ENT right hearing loss 3/1/21 unsure if related. I assume not but reporting new symptoms.

– Dizziness

– Sore throat

– Migraine nausea itchy eyes/allergy sniffles but these are typical this time of year for me. I worked from home due to work requirements. Work required a pcr Covid test and it was negative. I had an exposure to a child under 12 who had Covid.

Obstructive airways disorder, Tachycardia and Hyperhidrosis

2DX-89390-15051

– Felt like my airway wanted to close up a few times.

– Only noticed fatigue when attempting hard exercise (olympic weightlifting). Got tachycardic and sweaty about 20 min in and had to quit. Better rest of day even while mildly active.

– Seems to be triggering nerve symptoms from shingles issue I had a few months ago.

– Three days of what I now realize is a reoccurence of my neuralgia from shingles which had been gone for a few months.

Dyskinesia, Seizure and Muscle twitching

2DY-11294-22490

– Muscle spasms/jerking body

– Muscle spasms, muscle weakness, tingling in fingers/toes, brain fog, not feeling well

– Muscle jerking/spasms and tingling feet/hands

– Involuntary Muscle jerks, tingling in finger/toes.

– Muscle spasms esp at night

– Muscle spasms neurologist

– Brian fog, tremors, muscle twitching, muscle jerking, seizures, pins/needles. Loss of sleep

– Muscle weakness in left arm and more muscle jerking & twitching.

Sinus headache, Flushing and Paranasal sinus discomfort

2DY-31361-78925

– Felt flushed, but not feverish, for about 15 hours, starting 8 hours after injection

– Stuffy nose. Did test positive for Covid today. Was around a bunch of people earlier this week who tested positive this week.

– Sore throat, but I tested positive for Covid yesterday

– Sore throat

– Sore throat and stuffiness. May have covid again, but positive test may be due to habing covid last month.

– Sinus headache and some sinus irritation.

Joint swelling, Sleep disorder and Body temperature increased

2DY-73815-76625

– Itching all over my body- face included, as I attempted to fall asleep last night

– Swollen ankles to the point I could not put on shoes. Now that the swelling has subsided (after a week and a GP visit, ultrasound and a scheduled cardiac echo), I now have pain in one of my knees.

– I have a headache, but I always have headaches when the barometric pressure precedes rainy weather

– Charley horse in my right calf/shin area that woke me up this morning. Yesterday the same only in my left leg.

– For the third morning, I have had a Charley horse in one of my legs. The pain and cramping actually wakes me up. The pain and cramping dissipates after a few minutes.

– Right leg - Charley horse in calf and shin area lasting around five minutes

– Charley horse in my right calf and ankle as I woke up this morning, lasting about 5 minutes and then dissipated

– Tested positive for Covid 19 with a home test. Chills, slightly elevated temperature, tired. General malaise.

Petechiae, Rash erythematous and Burning sensation

2DZ-28109-53242

– Rash on back of hands since getting shot

– Red dots on both feet like bleeding under skin

– Petechiae on feet rash on hands

– Rash worsening Also Petechiae on feet burning

– Petechiae

– Petechiae burning in feet pins n needles

– Additional Petechiae on feet hand rashes remain

– Petechiae and rash

– Petechiae on feet and ankles rash on hands and feet In person dr visit

– Red rash Petechiae on feet redness on hands burning pain in feet elbow joint pain

– Rash Petechiae and burning feet rash on hands

– Palpitations feet still burning

– Chest pain

Sneezing, Chills and Lymphadenopathy

2E2-26326-70217

– Swollen lymph nodes under arm and behind ear on injection side of body

– On the evening when I got my 2nd dose, I had body aches, chills, fever, headache and fatigue. The next day I had a headache and fatigue. In the following week, i felt somewhat fatigued at times, and some bits of headache, too.

– Slight headaches

– Felt what might be slight cold symptoms for a couple of days -- sneezed a few times, throat glands felt a little swollen. I hardly ever feel sick, so it stood out to me. No fever or body aches. Felt worse symptoms after vaccinations.

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