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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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Eye disorder, Hypogeusia and Alopecia

2EY-13822-98554

– Dizziness, painful to move eyes

– Sqeazing Pain around chest and back, runny nose, and coughing

– My eyes hurt and make a swooshing sound when I move them

– Runny nose and feeling the need to cough, but is not productive

– More hairloss, still very little taste and smell

– Continued Hairloss, poor digestion, and no smell, barely any taste

– Still loss of taste and smell stomach upset and lots of digestive issues since 2bd vaccine

– Terrible headaches and digestive troubles, daily nausea, extreme fatigue.

– Brain fog.A lot of foods and beverages taste terrible.The same chemical taste and can only taste sweet, sour,definitely salty.Certain things have an awful smell, like the chemical taste.Onions,green peppers,bananas,pop,bacon,eggs, cereal & oth

Syncope, Eye pain and Abdominal pain

2EY-30083-43844

– My headaches (more pressure than pain) began 4/12/21 later after injection, had it today 4/13/21 a few times lasting a few minutes only.

– No symptoms today at all.

– Super mild headache-like pressure. It went away when I drank a mixture of Apple juice and Carrot juice. We heard that these two juices combined were helpful to people in (b)(6) and boy, try and see for yourself.

– Very mild headache on and off. I finally took one Aspirin today just to be safe.

– I am feeling excellent today.

– I experienced minor pains behind the area of both my eyeballs. Years ago I had problems with retina degeneration and I had laser procedure done on I believe one eye. This was around 1997-8. So, I took an aspirin and didnt experience the pain agai

– I vaccinated 4/12/2021. Since July 9th Ive been having a very faint pain about 3 inches below my ribs (between side and center) on the right side of my abdomen. No other accompanying symptoms. I cannot claim it is from the vaccine but informing

Rash morbilliform, Abdominal rigidity and Hepatic enzyme increased

2EZ-11589-69284

– Rash is worse today and very itchy. It is on my face, chest, back, neck stomach. There is also flushing.

– I am still having problems with the itchy rash. Some of it is better but have gotten a little more of it. I do feel somewhat better today. I am not as tired.

– Yes, its awful. I will get flushing, then the flushing turns to a measles-like rash. Now Its all over my back, chest, abdomen and some on my arms and legs. It itches like poison ivy and also stings a little. Its crazy. Ice and cortisone cream help some. My husband is a physician. He recommended prednisone.

– The rash has spread and is very itchy and uncomfortable. Benedryl cream helps. Also took 10 mg of prednisone. Some of the rash is fading. Physically I feel fine. Is this rash a side effect or an allergic rash. I want to get the second shot, but am afraid. I would appreciate a phone call to answer some questions. Also I would like to know if other people have gotten a rash.

– Abdominal spasm and pain. Elevated liver enzymes. I am seeing a gastroenterologist.

Herpes virus infection, Taste disorder and Oral herpes

2EZ-28497-89393

– food tastes off, less taste sensation

– Cold sore

– Cold sores. I have recurrent herpes-associated erythema multiforme, which is also triggered by viral infections and antibiotics. The vaccine has triggered an outbreak. I treat it with 400 mg acyclovir 2x a day until resolved..

– Cold sores" starting to get better.

– Lymph node pain under arms

– I have recurrent Herpes Associated Erythema Multiforme, and I had a severe rash develop a few days ago. I also have a fever of about 100° F.

Circadian rhythm sleep disorder, Muscle injury and Tooth disorder

2F2-12218-35233

– Injection site is only painful due to bruising. Have some mild muscle aches but likely from walking and working clearing snow.

– Extreme heartburn. I suspect dietary indiscretion, not vaccine related!

– Recd vaccine less than 2 hours ago. After initial burning and itching at injection site, I have since felt fine.

– My normal temp is 96.8. Had one bout of diarrhea same eve has vaccine #2 was received. Chills woke me several times. Fever late morning. Feel better after eating, aspirin, and taking shower.

– My normal temp is 96.8 so my fever is only slight. Chills only persisted about 2 hours in the morning, tho followed by drenching sweats, and then body temp fluctuations seemed resolved. Walked my dogs 3 miles after that resolution.

– I am certain I am fatigued because I have been pushing my spring cleaning and a day or 2 of poor sleep easily affects my circadian rhythm -- I often struggle with my CPAP, worrisome thoughts, etc.

– Seasonal allergies have begun. Not vaccine related!

– Some new episodes of chronic conditions. Enviro allergies, regional haze, CPAP adjustments likely contributing factors to some SOB, more need for albuterol. Have had very little contact with people so don't think any symptoms COVID related; am wary.

– Its been a busy and stressful week. GI upset may be attributable to that. Its also quite chilly and a have a mild sore throat -- could be the heavy pollen in the air.

– Basically NONE. I am taking antiiflammatories x2 qd for dental work and deep muscle injury. May be masking more vax symptoms, but my injuries/ conditions overlapped timewise!

– Am retired, struggling with IBS, seasonal allergies and a low grade fever but home-tested negative twice for Co COVID. Dr consulted re: IBS, meds begun. I was very cautious at pharmacy; the staff is too as tourist season here ensues.

– Likely my seasonal allergies? (Itchy eyes!) but no fever or sore throat, etc Rosecea has worsened.

Quarantine, Diarrhea and Rhinorrhea

2F2-15466-31168

– Constant runny nose

– I contracted covid . I quarenteened for 14 days but Ive been told that it could take up to 2 months to test negative. So I will follow up with another test in a couple of weeks. Meantime im osolating and I will wear a mask to get groceries. The churc I had diarea along with my usual alergy symtoms

– Constant runny nose. Headache for the past 2 weeks. Sometimes its bad enough i can do nothing but lie down.

Oral pruritus, Massage and Sneezing

2F2-17382-09409

– For the past 4 days have had very frequent sneezing episodes and itching on the roof of my mouth even with taking allergy pills daily.

– Sore muscles in shldrs, neck, hips and legs which is helped by seeing a LMT. Not sure if it is my age but I've been lucky to not have had these discomforts before. The worse discomfort has been in my left neck, shldr, trunk..same side as my vacc. Licensed massage therapist

Swollen tongue, Facial pain and Bone pain

2F2-24996-21078

– Swelling on left side of face and neck

– Didnt note rash yesterday. Its a light rash on my cheeks and chin area.

– Tongue felt swollen and felt hot suddenly

– Even facial bones ache a lot, feel like eye socket is bruised on backside

– Extremely sore throat, coughing, congestion, headache, really fatigue Doctor office

– Coughing, runny nose, congestion, stuffy nose, sore throat, extreme fatigue, headache, weakness, malaise

Bladder irritation, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Hyperhidrosis

2F2-41444-12626

– Sweating. Crazy as in neck sweat and underarms. Unusual fo me.

– Runny nose

– Sweating

– Sinus drainage and headache.

– Bladder irritation. Generally not prone to this. Probably a coincidence.

– Sinus drainage and headaches.

– Still runny nose and intermittent headaches. Other than that I feel great.

– A cough.. Thought it would subside after I recovered but it hasn't.

– Still cant shake cough since December.

– Had covid again.

Presyncope, Pulmonary congestion and Tremor

2F3-18286-88555

– Lower GI tract discomfort and tenderness, queasy, loss of appetite, mild nausea. Lasted 3-4 days.

– Mild sore throat.

– Yesterday my lungs were congested. I've had a sore throat several times.

– Brain fog

– Sore throat & swollen glands.

– Chills, feverish, nausea, vomiting, extreme weakness, exhaustion, almost blacked out, queasy tummie for several days.

– Nausea and weakness.

– Chills and tremors day of covid booster.

Weight decreased, Constipation and Pregnancy

2F3-21398-51965

– Swollen lymph nodes that are causing pain through out different areas on left side of body Also headache and diarrhea followed by sharp pain in the left stomach periodically throughout the day

– Stomaches and right side lymph nodes (shoulder)pain.

– Minor fever 100-100.5Body aches Body chillsDiarrhea Ringing in ears Swollen lymph nodes

– Swollen lymph nodes in stomach. Stomaches. Diarrhea and constipation.Slightly fever(99-100.5). Night sweats. Nausea.Loss of appetite.Loss of weight.

– Recently pregnant.

Intervertebral disc disorder, Endometriosis and Feeding disorder

2F3-22515-08260

– Weakness/dizziness

– Drowsiness, shaky/weak

– Chest congestion

– Started period earlier

– My stomach/back pain has increased, as well as nausea and diarrhea. It's been hard to eat because if the pain. I've also felt feverish most of each day, with a low grade fever (99.3-99.6) I usually run low.

– Feeling nauseous, fever, tired, achy, overall icky- got a covid test today

– New back pain due to disc issues and endometriosis (not sure if you mean all health issues)

– Armpit pain on the side of injection site- probably most sever symptom, pain a 2-3 out of 10, but a little hard to move

– My armpit started hurting, and now my entire arm hurt, pretty moderately. I take 40mg of oxycodobe, which causes constipation. If that weren't tbe case, I believe I'd have diarrhea,as I haven't needed any laxatives (I typically take daily)

– My arm still hurts, mostly armpit, but down the whole arm (of injection site)

– Very mucusy in nose, throat, and chest- could be allergies

– Very mucusy and overall blah feeling

– I have s low grade fever and neck/head pain

– Sorr throat, difficulty breathing. Started period today, so could be that. Don't know if I mentioned previously, tge first 2 shots delayed my period 3 days for 4 months. Booster delayed 3 days for 1 month.

– I have cold/flu like symptoms. Cough, runny/stuffy nose, headache, sore throat, sore chest, body aches

– I've been congested with a sore throat. Could be allergies.

Tongue dry, Swollen tongue and Dry throat

2F3-27712-07128

– Slight facial tingling and slight tongue swelling and dryness. Had dry throat with slight cough late yesterday.

– Tongue still dry but not as much as yesterday. Left thumb joint where it's arthritic was painfull yestarday but fine today.

– Dry troast a d tongue, not as bad as previous two days.

– Don't know if I've been having allergy or if from vaccine. Throat slightly congested last three days.

– Tongue feels dry

– Bad sinus headache

– Just slight quesy feeling.

Ear discomfort, Paranasal sinus discomfort and Sinus congestion

2F3-33233-79972

– Mild congestion and runny nose that lasted several days and has now resolved. Went for a rapid and PCR covid test both which were negative. Feeling good now!

– Nasal congestion, vertigo, nausea and vomiting , sinus pressure

– Sinus congestion

– Recurrent nasal congestion, sinus pressure, and my PMD started me on a second round of antibiotics.

– Significant nasal and sinus congestion that worsened over the past week despite completing a second course of antibiotics . Ear pressure and cough. Dr prescribed low dose steroid which seems to be helping

Supraventricular tachycardia, Ventricular extrasystoles and Paresthesia oral

2F3-76262-12852

– Little bit of sore throat

– Random diarrhea and my stomach has been a little unsettled from time to time. No nausea

– Lips tingling a little lady night

– Sinus drainage, cough, headache, some fatigue

– Sinus infection type symptoms, sore throat, drainage, cough. Its been 2 weeks and still have a lingering cough and my voice is still not 100%- Ive always had bad seasonal allergies so I attribute to that and not my vaccination

– PVC's- heart palpitations and runs of SVT Wore MCOT 30 day monitor

Premature menopause, Splenomegaly and Amenorrhea

2F4-24744-07465

– Tinnitus, paresthesia in the hand of the arm where I got the vaccine

– Tinnitus, paresthesia in 3rd and 4th digit of same side hand

– Tinnitus and wrist swelling, hand and finger pain and paresthesia continue

– Tinnitus continues

– My left arm, where I got the shot, which was swollen to the hand for days, started swelling and hurting again intermittently. Also, tinnitus is worse.

– Increased GERD

– Period came 2 weeks early, very heavy

– Nosebleeds

– Nosebleeds, my period happened again after only a week since last one, and my spleen is enlarged

– Period way longer than usual in addition to being early. Spleen still enlarged

– Period came early and very very heavy and painful

– After an early, heavy period and an extra period, now I'm late and there's no chance of pregnancy

– Still haven't gotten period. No chance of being pregnant

– My periods are still really irregular and painful

– My periods have stopped abruptly and entirely. Extreme hot flashes, night sweats.

– Sudden, early menopause

– Menopause

Peripheral swelling, Edema peripheral and Lymphadenopathy

2F4-24967-65875

– Swollen lymph node under arm on same side as injection PCP

– Lymph node swelling underarm same side as injection

– Swollen lymph node under same side arm as injection

– Selling under arm on same side as injection

– Swollen under arm lymph node on same side as injection

– Swelling under same side arm as injection

– Runny noise, cough

– Swollen under arm lymph node on same side as booster shot

– Under arm swelling same side as shot

– Swelling under arm in same side as injection

– Swelling under arm same side as injection

– Slight swelling under arm same side as injection

– Minor swelling under arm in same side as injection

Lymphadenitis, Vaginal hemorrhage and Intermenstrual bleeding

2F5-19907-24831

– On the 23rd of June, I had a fever of 101.9, experienced aches, chills, headache, and nausea. I took myself in to be tested for Covid on the 25th, and received a negative test result on the 27th. I am nearing recovery as of today, the 28th.

– Swollen lymph nodes in injected arm

– Swollen lymph nodes

– Lymph are still sore under arm

– Lymph inflammation has finally reduced.

– I experienced a very heavy period after receiving the booster. My periods were quite heavy with the first two shots as well.

– I've been spotting in the middle of my cycle after having a pretty heavy period immediately after getting the booster shot.

– I've been spotting all week and I am supposed to start my second period post Pfizer booster shot today. I'm feeling fine right now, but I expect cramping to set in soon, along with an abnormally heavy flow.

– I ended up spotting for an entire week, and then my period came in extremely heavy.

– Abnormal period cycles since my Pfizer booster shotspotting in between periods and a heavier flow when my period does come.

Vertigo positional, Musculoskeletal chest pain and Heart rate irregular

2F5-22531-48972

– Irregular heart beats today and light headed

– Lymph nodes tender/swelled

– Mild Lymph node swelling in neck on same side as injection

– Notice still some lymph node swelling under my arm

– Still feeling some lymph node swelling/tenderness in my armpit area

– Still lymph node tenderness under arm

– A head and chest cold? Took Covid test and it was negative

– Cold/bad cough/ testing negative for Covid . Taking prescriptions from Dr, prednisone and cough medicine and inhaler. Also spouse has now tested positive for Covid. My testing still negative.

– Bad cough continuing, still testing negative for Covid. Possibly bronchitis?

– Bad vertigo, Dr said BPPV. Never had it before. Just finished 2nd round of antibiotics and steroids. Feeling better now. Never tested positive for Covid but had all symptoms including loss of taste/smell.

– Pain in right side lower ribs

Ear pruritus, Eye disorder and Upper respiratory tract infection

2F5-44961-46427

– Two episodes of Sudden nausea, weakness,lightheadedness,diaphoretic followed by chills - no vomiting. No chest pain. No palpitations. No room spinning. No rash. No fever. Symptoms resolved after sleeping 2 -3 hours.

– Mild Scratchy Sore throat and mild earache

– Intermittent Dizziness and nausea spells

– severe joint pain

– Joint and hip pain

– Exacerbation of AOSD( Adult onset Stills disease) fatigue, eye symptoms,joint pain and sore throat

– Sore throat, congestion

– Symptoms i have are chronic and not different from usual and are unrelated to the vaccine

– Chronic. Not related to vaccine

– URI/ sinus symptoms. Runny/stuffy nose, congestion. Cough. Fatigue, ear itching, scratchy throat. COVID NEGATIVE TEST.

– Hip and joint pain

Peripheral swelling, Erythema and Decreased appetite

2F5-59210-20378

– On Monday February 22nd, I experienced a fever of a 101.5 degrees with body aches and fatigue, loss of appetite, a little nausea, and headache. My arm also got red, inflamed and swelled to an area of about 3inches in diameter at the injection site. The injection site site was itchy. The following day I had no fever but felt listless. And my arm was still red but not as itchy. Today the redness is almost completely gone at the injection site but still a little itchy.

Nasal dryness, Cardiac flutter and Sluggishness

2F5-76580-68575

– Appetite loss

– Mildly Itching all over

– Cold, sore throat, sneezing, swollen lymphnodes

– Rash under armpits, itching all over, feeling sluggish, labored breathing, dry mouth nose and throat, cold symptoms, twinge in lymphatic system when I sneeze, swollen lymphnodes under armpit and in breast area, back and chest pains on the left side of my body

– Itching all over, sore throat, stuffy nose, congestion, sneezing and coughing

– Itching

– Getting better

– Inflammation, breathing problems, heart flutters, joint and muscle pains, fatigue, energy decreased, unable to workout as I used to, brain fog, and insomnia. I didnt have any, especially of such health issues before the vaccine.

Peripheral swelling, Lymphadenopathy and Pain in extremity

2F6-13872-19468

– My feet and legs have been very swollen and aching since the day I had my second vaccine. My feet and legs have not been swollen like this in years. It is the only thing that I did different. No change in meds or activity.

– Since my second vaccination I have had increased swelling of my feet and lower legs. This is not something I have had for a very long time. Went to my cardiologist. Also swollen lymph nodes under my left arm.

Respiratory tract infection, Anemia and Sinus disorder

2F6-27352-32303

– I had a moderate headache 36 hours after the shot and I rarely have headaches. I took Tylenol and that

– Metallic taste in mouth about 10 minutes after I received the shot on 2/9

– Sore throat, congestion, swollen glands in my neck, coughing that leaves me short of breath.this started on 8/7/21. They ordered a covid test which was negative

– Tingling in fingertips for several hours. It went away with ibuprofen

– Anemia and sinus issues

– Had tenderness in the armpit of the Pfizer Covid vaccine 24 hours after injection

– I have a mild respiratory infection..negative for Covid

Pruritus and Fatigue

2F6-51480-51433

– Itchy hands, mainly palms and fingers. Mostly morning and evening. Started a few days after 2nd dose. Still occuring every day. Extreme tiredness started next day after 2nd dose finally wore off 14 days after 2nd dose

– Itching of palms has moved to sides & back of hands, to feet and some body itching. It is random and worse some days than others. There doesn't seem to be anything that causes it to start or stop. Started after the 2nd dose, still going weeks later

Foreign body sensation in eyes, Yawning and Mental fatigue

2F7-14031-37445

– Metallic taste in mouth

– Bothersome Sinus issues ( I do suffer from chronic sinusitis)

– Metallic taste in mouth, burning feeling, especially during and after eating

– Tongue seems sensitive and Im lisping when I speak. Also my toes have a itchy sensation since Sunday as if Ive powdered them and they itch. (No I dont have athletes foot of funguslolthis is noticeable at bedtime. The most noticeable is the tongue. Uncomfortable like taste buds are raw.

– Swelling under left arm pit towards breast. Comes and goes.

– Tongue. Taste buds burning 20 minutes after shot

– My temp is normally 97.7. But when I got 1st snd 2nd doses my temp dropped to 94.4 and I had chills. Then over night temp rose to 99. Swelling and ache at injection sight and upper arm and shoulder blade (from neck to just below injection site.) dry eyes and mouth and metallic taste all gone by morning."

– Yawning since being vaccinated. Frequent Yawning starts in the afternoon then ends around 10 pm.

– Yawning. Fatigue ( mental and physical)

– Muscle ache is between arm with injection and breast. Sometimes theres swelling that comes and goes too.

– Higher blood pressure and pulse rate

– Discomfort under left arm next to breast since vaccination. Thought it would totally go away, but it comes and goes.

– Same discomfort under left arm pit toward left breast.

– Mammogram results abnormal. Need a biopsy.

– Pain more intense at night on left side: arm, shoulder, neck, and foot between ankle and toess parodic and very painful. Never had this type of pain before.

– Lots of pain on left side, fingers, foot, neck and shoulder. Mild during day, more intense at night.

– First day back at work since vaccinated. Headache and fatigue.

– Pain at night intense. None during today. Will wait until tonight to see if all is well.

– Pain in left arm and down shoulder blade comes and goes, and under left arm too. Similar to sore muscle from vaccine.

– Not really new but site of vaccination in arm still hurts since booster.

– Sometimes pain under arm

– A little lightheaded

– Temperature is 94 F

– Pain in right shoulder and arm (*injection site is on left arm)

– Pain Both arms; Nausea moderate but only after breakfast everyday since Wednesday

– Noticed last night a noticeable pain in one spot to the right under breastbone. Will continue to observe. Does not feel like gas.

– Pain under right side of breast bone since Sunday night

– Pain under breastboneright sidestill present but less intense

– Fatigued Hard to focus on work

– Lightheadedness and purple bruise spots inside both elbows

– Felt like I was going to have diarrhea all day

– Extremely fatigued

– Sinus headaches. Runny nose. Stuffy nose. Neck pain

– Muscle and joint pain as well as runny nose. Chest discomfort. After three weeks I've realized the symptoms have not gone away.

– Headache, fever, sore throat, cough, and body aches and pains.

– Fever. Muscle and body ache especially the limbs. Legs are worse. Headache. Cough with phlegm. Fatigue and lightheartedness. Two new symptoms added today: gritty eyes and nausea and reduced appetite. Heart rate still a bit higher than normal

Cardioversion, Osteoporosis and Eye hemorrhage

2F7-17263-68065

– Medicinal off taste when I woke up this morning.

– Injection site is tender

– Right eye at the white portion has had a hemorrhage on the outside edge.

– Smashed the end of my right hand ring finger. Very swollen, sore , black amd blue. That why I reported fair today.

– Ring finger injury still sore and painful

– Injured finger still limiting me and sore if touched.

– Pinch nerve in my neck. Had a break out of shingles on the right arm on the affected side of the pinched nerve. All resulted. Have been diagnosed with lumbar osteoporosis. It is being treated with weekly dose of Fosamax. Bone density scan

– In mid May was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Had cardioversion in early June. Diagnosed with kidney stones on 23 June after noticing blood in urine.

– Anemia

Pharyngitis streptococcal and Lymphadenopathy

2F8-10036-19442

– L supraclavicular lymphadenopathy (L delt was injected) about a week ago which while still present seems to have started improving today

– L supraclavicular lymphadenopathy (injected L delt)

– L supraclavicular lymphadenopathy (L delt injected)

– L supraclavicular lymphadenopathy

– Diagnosed with strep pharyngitis- tested + on a rapid test. My covid rapid and PCR were negative.

– Tested + for flu A 12/24. Better at this time

Psoriatic arthropathy, Osteoarthritis and Gout

2F8-19599-53375

– leg and neck pain UNRELATED

– few times lost taste and some general fatigue. got tested twice since last did this survey.

– these were symptoms 10-29 thru 10-31

– i have psoriatic arthritis and osteoarthritis- so it seems i'm having a flare up but the main differences are -1- headache that i had for 3 days, 2- nausea/feverish i had for two days and 3- more than usual fatigue going on 5 th day .

– less than yesterday:)

– gouty knuckles in left hand and both elbows - intense flare up

Injection site mass, Injection site induration and Injection site swelling

2F8-30169-29104

– On the ninth day after my vaccination. I noticed the injection area was hard and somewhat swollen and very red. The affected area was oval approx 3 x4 inches. It didnt hurt. The redness and hardness slowly disappeared over the next 3 days

– Elevated liver enzymes

– Covid, twice. Took Paxlovid and recovers quickly, tested negative. Symptoms returned four days later and tested positive again. Symptoms much worse than the first time. Tom 10 days to test negative again. I don't think I'd take a Paxlovid again?

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