Their Stories

Tenderness, Swelling and Injection site bruising

4.13.2021 – Note that I'm recovering from chemo for double-hit Lymphoma that ended 2/12, so fatigue is not unusual, and some of my pre-chemo aches and pains are returning, including neck issues that can contribute to headaches. I also worked out on Monday; I work out with a trainer (virtual) 3 days / week. It could be that the headache and muscle aches are in part due to the workout.

4.14.2021 – Aches may also be from workouts and fatigue may be in part from working a lot and not sleeping as much as I should have last night (~6.5 hrs).

4.16.2021 – Doubt it is related to the shot ... likely to my workouts and body recovering from chemo. Same for yesterday...tried to check in but it was too late.

4.17.2021 – Not likely due to shot

5.2.2021 – Really achy legs, lower back, hips, and feet, but I don't think it's the vaccine.

5.10.2021 – I had my 2nd Shingrix vaccine 5/6, early AM. I had a local reaction about 16 hrs later. The injection site bruised, and a large red area about 1x2 appeared around that site & the site of my 2 COVID vaccines, with 1-2° fever, aches and fatigue. I was directed to use Benadryl, ibuprofen and ice for 5 days & follow-up if symptoms persisted. Fever resolved but still some redness at COVID sites, swelling, and tenderness.

7.11.2021 – High liver marker with 1st bloodwork 3 months after chemo ended in February. Bloodwork done 6-10. Oncologist thought ut might be due to vaccine. Did subsequent PET scan but no sign of cancer recurring. Bloodwork result indicated PET scan would be prudent.

Tenderness and Injection site pain

3.24.2021 – Pain at injection site increased along a Gaussian curve starting ±12 hours after shot and peaking ±36 hours after; now declining nicely. Pain was only ever noticeable if the muscle was touched; never anywhere near as painful as the rhetoric spewed by anti-vaxxers and similar idiots.

4.18.2021 – It's important to note that what I'm calling "mild" pain, those who don't know what pain is might call it moderate or severe. It was a 2 on the typical scale up to 10; noticeable but not problematic. WHY IS THERE A CHARACTER LIMIT?!?!?!!!!

Depression, Heavy menstrual bleeding and Menstruation irregular

4.15.2021 – I started my period 12 days early and its heavier than normal. Im usually regular, or late so this is unusual

4.27.2021 – Brain fog

5.31.2021 – Worsening Depression. Dont think its vaccine related.

10.24.2021 – Chills, headache, enlarged underarm lymph node on left side

4.27.2022 – Nausea from second booster shot. My second booster was the Moderna vaccine, my prior vaccines were Pfizer

4.30.2022 – A little tired

5.10.2022 – Heavy period and I'm 52 and was I was recently tested for endometrial cancer.

Injection site movement impairment, Sensitivity to weather change and Injected limb mobility decreased

12.26.2020 – 5 hours after the injection into my right arm - I had severe pain in my upper arm & shoulder. It appeared to me the injection had been administered too high in the arm. I could not lift my right arm from 630pm 23 December to the evening of 25 December. I as using a heating pad & simple arm stretching to try prevent my arm from freezing into place. Thankfully I was able to regain movement but still experience some soreness/achy

12.30.2020 – Cold environment has caused my right arm to be painful at injection site

Dehydration, Abdominal discomfort and Migraine

1.15.2021 – With freezing chills had a sore throat all this happened after no reaction the first 10 hrs. The. It hit I showered took tylenol woke up yesterday morning just a little achy and great tioday!

1.17.2021 – Just a low grade headache but enough to take Tylenol

1.19.2021 – Just every once in a while a momentary hollow feeling that I didnt have before. Kind of almost like a light headed ness. None since last evening tho

2.3.2021 – Migraine

2.4.2021 – Several hours last night chills and migraine were not good. Took a warm shower and went to bed. Almost all chills gone. Some ache and headache still there

2.5.2021 – Low grade head ache. Tylenol took care of that. Very unsettled stomach last night and off and on today along with very tired during the day. Much better tonight! Just cant say I felt as good as I did yet when I got the second shot this week! Hopefully that will be soon

2.7.2021 – Just a slight annoying headache!

2.17.2021 – No idea if connected at all. I had not had migraines forever after having many. Since the vaccination I have had three! Not fun and no idea if connected to tied to the vaccination!

5.5.2021 – At ER 2 days ago. Had vomiting and diarrhea for 14 hrs. Very dehydrated and very sick! Aches and pain. Cant remember so sick in a long time IV and magnesium helped. Not fun

9.29.2021 – Not now 5 hrs after shot started feeling bad. Headache and joints achy

9.30.2021 – No. All is good

11.1.2021 – Just a low grade annoying headache

Screaming, Intestinal resection and Colectomy

1.22.2021 – Ive had hives, but I had them a couple days before I got the injection also. I think its the new seasoning that I have bought. These highs are not related to the shot. I get them a lot.

1.25.2021 – Just tired

1.26.2021 – Took a Claritin yesterday, and always causes joint pains

2.2.2021 – Pretty sure it was food poisoning, but I had stomach cramps, and diarrhea for two days. I went and took the Covid test and it was negative. I took the Covid test for days after the symptoms started.

2.11.2021 – Heart burn not from shot

3.17.2021 – Tired

8.10.2021 – I had Covid Doctors office

5.6.2022 – I felt too warm today, I have a headache and have taken something for it twice. This has been a stressful week at school as I am a teacher. I don't think it comes from the shot.

5.14.2022 – Flu like symptoms. I took two negative Covid test

7.15.2022 – I am in Baptist hospital. Not Covid related. I've got a tear in my stomach are growing muscle that's so painful I can't stand it Was hurt so bad I was frozen, and screaming

10.14.2022 – I just had major surgery had my colon and foot of intestine removed. I am on the mend and doing fine

10.16.2022 – I think I'm getting a bladder infection, I don't feel relief when I use the bathroom number one Today Sunday, I'm calling my doctor in the morning

10.17.2022 – Being treated for a bladder Infection

10.18.2022 – I had recent surgery this is not due to the Covid shot Had a blood draw for thyroid, and bladder infection treatment

10.28.2022 – I have narrowing of the spine so I'm getting an MRI on Monday. Has nothing to do with my Covid shot. It's been coming on for a long time. Orthopedic doctor

11.11.2022 – I just got home from spending the day at my daughters house and I feel hot! I had a double back injection in my spine yesterday

Neck mass, Skin warm and Taste disorder

4.4.2021 – I felt very fatigued the night of getting the shot, and the last couple of days mild fatigue

4.23.2021 – I only got the shot an hour and 1/2 ago, so too soon to tell but feeling tired already

4.25.2021 – Nausea started last night, after my last check-in. Last nights high temp was 101.5, even after taking Advil to alleviate symptoms.

5.28.2021 – Ive been feeling fatigued for the last week but not sure if its a side effect of covid shots, allergies, or just a bit run down in general.

7.25.2021 – Not sure its related to the vaccines, but I have been feeling fatigued for the last few months.

5.24.2022 – Yesterday was much worse, severe syptoms

5.25.2022 – Several muscles around the injection site are red and warm to the touch. I also developed a lump above my left clavicle that is sore to the touch.

5.27.2022 – There is still another red patch over my bicep that is no longer hot to the touch but is itchy. The lump and swelling at my clavicle is still there and my armpit is still swollen, but less than yesterday.

Mass, Fibromyalgia and Arthritis

5.4.2021 – Bad tinnitus, hip pain, muscle pain

5.5.2021 – Tinnitus

5.7.2021 – Tinnitis

5.26.2021 – Tinnitus, muscle aches that hamper sleep, joint pains.

6.11.2021 – Arthritic-type pain, muscle pain

6.16.2021 – Pain in hip, knee, fingers. Knuckles getting lumpy. Pain in long muscles of legs. Tinnitus. Waiting to see my doctor. Below, you ask if I think any of this is related to the vaccination. My answer is, that I think it's related to the disease itself, that I have long Covid. But I could be wrong. So my answer is reallymaybe.

11.5.2021 – Tinnitus, numbness and tingling, muscle pain fibromyalgia, arthritis, brain fog

Eye color change, Hair color changes and Optic neuritis

12.21.2020 – Pressure feeling and Blurred vision in one eye

12.22.2020 – Still uncomfortable pressure and blurre/diminished vision on my right eye. Getting MRI tomorrow. This is new since vaccine on Friday.

12.23.2020 – Uncomfortable pressure and blurred vision in my right eye. Muted color in my right eye. MRI today for my eye.

12.25.2020 – Vision changes and pressure in right eye. Diagnosed with Optic neuritis via MRI on 12/23

1.29.2021 – Still have optic neuritis in my right eye that occurred two days after the first vaccine. It improved and now worse again.

3.21.2021 – Continued visual changes from optic neuritis that occurred 2 days after first dose vaccine (12/20). Frequent headaches also continue. Increased stress from health condition.

6.21.2021 – Still having headaches and migraines and vestibular issues since optic neuritis occurred 2 days after first vaccine dose. Optic neuritis has improved.

10.30.2021 – Migraines, eye pain

2.1.2022 – Headache/migraine

6.28.2022 – Continue to have eye pain (had optic neuritis 2 days after first vaccine in 12/18/20) and migraines since first Covid vaccine that caused me to miss work and require medical attention. Had Covid since last booster. Don't plan to get another vaccine.

12.28.2022 – I had Covid in June and July. And I'm still having eye pain/optic nerve pain that developed 2 days after my first Covid vax 12/18/20. I have migraines frequently and I didn't have migraines before.

Respiratory disorder, Limb discomfort and Asthma

4.23.2021 – My legs feel heavy, I get a mild headache occasionally but mostly feel great.

4.24.2021 – Shooting pains for a few minutes in my mid back below my rib cage on the right side.

4.25.2021 – Yesterday a bit of queasiness. Slept 10 hours last night. Random stinging pain in my foot at one moment. Trouble breathing last night and this morning a bit. Asthma seems to be worsened. This afternoon breathing better.

5.13.2021 – Cough, congestion in head and chest, trouble sleeping and migraine.

6.3.2021 – Respiratory difficulties and coughing have gotten worse. Could be allergies but I dont know.

10.22.2021 – Ongoing asthma cough and congestion.

Rash erythematous, Burning sensation and Erythema

4.9.2021 – Red, burning face

4.10.2021 – Two days after i got my second shot, I had a red rash on my face. It was the size of about 2 quarters and it didnt bother me. The 3rd day after my shot, my cheecks turned beight red and a few hours later i realized i had chills so i guess it was red due to a fever. I coukdnt find my thermometer but, based on past experience, i would say it was low grade. Since these flu-like symtoms started 3 days after I got the shot, I think they arent related.

Raynaud's phenomenon, Lymph node pain and Lymphadenopathy

1.23.2021 – Left side swollen lymph node

1.25.2021 – Sore lymph node on left side

1.26.2021 – Left lymph nodes under chin and under right under arm

1.27.2021 – Sore lymph notes under right chin & left under arm

2.18.2021 – I almost threw up but did not

8.18.2021 – Joint pain- every day since second dose, my auto immune Reynards syndrome has goin into over drive. Im now on a a channel blocker med to help

2.19.2022 – Since my vaccine initially over the last year it has brought my auto immune disease to the surface and I'm currently on immune suppressant drugs

Breast swelling, Breast tenderness and Peripheral coldness

12.18.2020 – Slight mild tingling/coolness of ring finger and pinky of injection arm

12.19.2020 – Chills and myalgia started about 3 or 4 hours after I received the vaccine yesterday, but it was after I already completed the check-in. The myalgia was more of a dull ache/cramp more pronounced in my lower L back (shot was in L deltoid) and neck. Chills were mild and intermittent, without fever. Myalgia seem to have improved today. No chills in morning, however may be returning slightly in the evening as I complete this form.

1.7.2021 – Slight tingling/numbness sensation in pinky and ring finger of vaccinated arm.

1.10.2021 – Axilla lymph node and breast swelling/tenderness (started ~12 hours after vaccination)

4.8.2021 – Likely came down with a decent cold or 24h bug; symptoms overlapping with covid. Called in for work to avoid potential exposure and got tested to confirm. Covid test negative.

Electric shock sensation, Depression and Asthenia

2.25.2021 – Diarrhea, muscle aches and depression over the weekend.

3.4.2021 – Electrical sensations from base of skull down entire spine and back up again.

4.1.2021 – I believe the symptoms I am having are only allergy related.

4.8.2021 – I noticed that the strength in the arm that I received both shots is very weak in the area that I received the shot. I have more strength in my fingers to move objects than I do when I try and use my whole arm. Massage Therapist

4.15.2021 – Headaches and fatigue.

Pain management, Paralysis and Spondylitis

3.27.2021 – High blood pressure, sweating

12.14.2021 – Hives on my torso and limbs, about 70% coverage on my torso, 50% on my arms, and 20% on my legs

2.1.2022 – Headache, sore throat, body aches, fatigue, runny nose. Husband had positive PCR result 01/30/22, I'm presumed positive but have not tested.

11.2.2022 – Developed sudden onset back pain and partial paralysis, suspected diagnosis arthritis in facet joints of thoracic and lumbar vertebra but this has not been confirmed. PT and pain management ongoing.

Tendon injury, Vertigo and Hyperhidrosis

1.10.2021 – Late last night I had one episode of vertigo and loose stools not sure if it's even r/t the vaccine

1.21.2021 – Today I feel nauseous lightheaded

2.4.2021 – I have been nauseous for 2.5 weeks Im not sure if its related to my vaccine or not because I have a torn tendon in my shoulder and am in pain My second dose is 1/5/2021

2.19.2021 – Ive had some nausea in and off since my first and second vaccine like a queasy sensation

2.7.2022 – Diaphoretic Mild SOB fatigue Congestion

Productive cough, Hypoesthesia and Asthenia

1.23.2021 – For some unknown reason my hands and arms have felt numb, off and on.

8.19.2021 – Since the second injection I have had a cough with phlegm. At first I thought it was a cold, but it hasnt stopped. That was 6 months ago. Now I am getting worried.

5.4.2022 – No

5.5.2022 – None

5.6.2022 – Today I felt so bad that I went to my doctor this morning. They made an appointment for me the same day with my doctors office.

5.9.2022 – Except for feeling extremely tired I don't have any issues.

6.14.2022 – Since the last vaccine I have noticed that I am always tired. My wife and I have discussed this a lot. In fact, we have realized that since the very first injection we have both been feeling tired. Each injection seems to make it worse.

10.31.2022 – The next day, the 29th I had a fever of 102, and didn't have the strength to get out of bed.

11.2.2022 – I have had a moderate to severe headache since the morning after the injection.

11.3.2022 – I had a headache with each injection. But this time it is a serious headache that doesn't go away. It lessens slightly, but it is always there.

11.4.2022 – Headache has NEVER stopped!!!

11.11.2022 – Since receiving every vaccine injection I have gotten a severe headache. Usually it stops after a few days. This time it has continued. The pain is almost unbearable. I take 650 mg of Tylenol several times a day. Little relief!!

11.25.2022 – The terrible headaches have come back . Worse than before. It feels like the top of my wants to blow up.

Eye pain, Influenza and Abdominal pain upper

2.15.2021 – Eyes hurt..dizzy

2.19.2021 – Dizzy

2.28.2021 – I have a stomach ache and diarrhea. I had the usual reactions the day after my last vaccination and was fine fora week and then started to have a bad stomach ache. My doctor doesnt think it has anything to do with the vaccination, we are checkin I am no seeing my doctor on Tuesday.. hes going to do some tests.

3.21.2021 – Still recovering from hiatal hernia surgery..My Covid vaccination does not give me any problems at all

4.28.2022 – Stomach ache and diarrhea..nurse told me that the flu was going around our Senior facility..and even tho I always wear a kn95 mask outside of our apartment I somehow caught it

Nasal discomfort, Quarantine and Heart rate irregular

5.16.2021 – Asthma flare up

7.4.2021 – Sore throat yesterday. Today I have nausea, stomach ache and temp of 100.1 Also metallic taste in mouth. Feels like the flu.

11.17.2021 – Sore throat and burning sinuses. Started 11/16. If not better by tomorrow will get tested.

1.5.2022 – UTI - on antibiotics Started today with runny nose, headache and mild sore throat. Self isolating until I can do a test. I have not seen a Dr for new symptoms

10.6.2022 – Irregular heart beat. Weakness Memory issues.

Skin ulcer hemorrhage, International normalized ratio fluctuation and International normalized ratio increased

5.18.2022 – Itching

5.20.2022 – Urinary I continence

6.7.2022 – Painful left lower leg with swelling/edema. Sores on lower right leg with excessive bleeding and failure to heal.

6.14.2022 – My lower left leg is numb and has pitting oedema from knee to toes. I also had an INR of greater than 10 and had to be treated at the emergency department. Ultrasound to r/o clots

6.21.2022 – I'm having problems with oedema and numbness in my lower legs, related to my peripheral neuropathy and a recent fall. I called in today to speak to one of your staff: my doctor doesn't believe these problems have anything to do with my Covid vaccine. Visit with PCP

6.29.2022 – Worsening oedema in both lower legs. Very unstable INR. Primary care physician

12.22.2022 – Extreme fatigue

Middle insomnia, Cold sweat and Nausea

5.3.2021 – Yesterday, starting 7 hours after injection, i started feeling sore and tired. Woke up in the middle of the night because my.body was so sore. Felt awful yesterday. Exhaustion, whole body pain, joint pain, fuzzy mind, mild fever 100.3, cold sweat twice. No chills. Advil and marijuana alleviated symptoms enough to make food, eat, etc but did not last long. Today tired, still a bit sore, mostly on injection side of body. Brain still a little fuzzy. One passing wave of nausea and cold sweat. No never.

5.4.2021 – Arm still a little bit sore.

Injection site pruritus, Injection site erythema and Myalgia

2.11.2021 – The injection site turned red and was very itchy. It was about 3 inches in diameter. I am a cancer patient and have not altered my medical (chemo) therapy for the vaccine. I was surprised to have such a late reaction.

2.25.2021 – Yesterday I had fever (101) , chills, achey muscles and fatigue. and fatigue

8.24.2021 – In July I've had a Stem Cell Transplant to try and knock my cancer, Multiple Myeloma, to remission. I was diagnosed months before I got my vaccines.

Pain of skin, Tenderness and Lymph node pain

4.30.2021 – My skin hurts everywhere

5.2.2021 – Armpit/lymph node pain in left arm, same arm as shot most of last night. Tenderness this morning if I push on the area but not noticeable if I dont touch it.

5.3.2021 – Armpit/lymph node tenderness in the same side as I got the vaccine (left).

5.4.2021 – Very minor armpit /lymph node tenderness on same arm as shot (left). Pain only if palpate the area now.

5.5.2021 – Mild armpit/lymph node pain on same side as vaccine (left)

Gallbladder enlargement, Hepatomegaly and Major depression

1.15.2021 – Swollen Face

1.19.2021 – I have Asthma, Allergies,, and severe chronic ORTHO pains. Many symptoms I already deal with,daily.STAY SAFE!!

1.20.2021 – SWELLING ALL OVER

2.5.2021 – Excessive sweating

3.11.2021 – 1. Orthopedic pain/chronic2. Sounds in ears3. Heart palpitations

3.18.2021 – Headache, dizziness, fluid retention,rashes, extreme fatigue, muscle pain, respiratory issues

8.5.2021 – 1. Viral upper respiratory infections2. Possible Uterine Cancer 3. Depression/Sadness4. More Asthma Issues MRIS/SCANS

2.6.2022 – Breathing problems, stuffy ears and nose, sore throat, headaches, increased ortho pain, rapid heartbeats, swelling, lots of sinus c problems, IBS problems increased, etc

4.23.2022 – Ortho/Neuro/Asthma

5.7.2022 – Breathing, headaches, body aches, fatigue, no energy

5.12.2022 – Breathing problems, headaches, dizziness, enlarged liver and gallbladder, allergic to medications, rapid heart rates, not feeling in well, fatigue, major depression, insomnia, forgetfulness, and not my best.

5.20.2022 – Breathing difficulties, chest tightness, rapid heart rates, dizziness, headaches, fatigue, pain, fluid retention, etc.

7.14.2022 – Rapid heart rate, profound fatigue, muscle pain, dizziness, major depression, feelings of being sick, stomach problems/ gallbladder and liver;

10.13.2022 – I am exhausted. My face is swollen. II am nauseous, dizzy, experiencing profound ortho pain, losing weight, hair loss, breathing issues, and feel sick! My health and well-being have declined significantly since taking the 5 Covid19, and sick!

Menopause, Rash erythematous and Menstruation irregular

3.28.2021 – Scratchy throat

5.8.2021 – Its been a week since my shot but the first few days I had a very painful arm, a large red rash on my arm, fever and very tired for about 3 days

5.15.2021 – Tiredness

12.17.2021 – My 2nd Covid shot and this one (my booster) brought along my period after not having it for 6 months. My gyno said she had other ppl respond the same. I am in pre menopause and haven't had my period in 6 months until after the shots.

Third trimester pregnancy, Poor quality sleep and Pregnancy

6.30.2021 – Im in my third trimester 31 weeks and so tiredness and heartburn are most likely related to that

7.21.2021 – I am pregnant and slept poorly last night

7.23.2021 – Again it has been hot today and I was driving so I dont think its vaccine related

1.19.2022 – I got Covid

7.21.2022 – I got some kind of weird "allergies" or summer cold in June which had the same covid smell distortion that I experienced when I got omicron in December. But I tested negative the whole time boosted June.booster made me feel so sick unlike last time

Sensation of foreign body, Renal pain and Sleep disorder

3.5.2021 – Back pain near the kidneys

3.6.2021 – Last night I had cold tremors, but I don't think it was because of a fever

3.23.2021 – On March 16, I started with leg pains. I had chills. I had a cough and today I have pain in my muscles on the right leg. I have back pains and a dent in my throat, which causes me a cough and I feel very tired

3.31.2021 – After I received the vaccine, I started with leg pains but as time went by, the pains increased my thighs increased my waist, she gave me kidney pain, the bottom of the belly, strong headaches, palpitations in the heart and feeling cold that didn't let me sleep ; the body temperature remained around 102 degrees Fahrenheit I

5.11.2021 – a lot of back pain in the kidneys and legs and very tired

Colitis ulcerative, Nerve compression and Joint swelling

4.26.2021 – my head feels a little foggy but not a headache and not effecting my though process

4.29.2021 – just last night

5.10.2021 – Occasional headaches and my ankle swelled and moved tendons but not sure if that was vaccine related or freak accident. Started last Saturday so 9 days ago. I have no recollection of trauma hence not sure what caused the inflammation

1.30.2022 – Both ankles, feet and calves swelled last Sunday evening Email

2.13.2022 – Legs ankles and feet welled below knee

4.10.2022 – Ulcerative colitis flare. Pinched nerve/shoulder pain

8.25.2022 – Fatigue

9.8.2022 – Swelling in lower body/joints

Weight bearing difficulty, Joint swelling and Peripheral swelling

3.15.2021 – I had all these symptoms yesterday today I feel pretty good

3.17.2021 – I was nauseous and sick to my stomach for 3 days today better

3.18.2021 – No

4.9.2021 – Legs swelling, severe rt leg.never ever before

4.16.2021 – Extreme joint pain and swelling of my legs to my feet which I have never had in my entire lifetime I called my doctor's office today they suggest a treatment for 3 days at home if not better to come in

4.24.2021 – Swelling of my legs especially my left knee so intense that I could not walk on it today without pain weird never had swelling in my legs and feet before

5.15.2021 – Serious swelling in my legs and my knee joints which I've never had ever in my entire life started 3 weeks after second shot not getting any better

Ingrown hair, Tenderness and Axillary pain

2.27.2021 – I must not have read covid symptoms well enough but after the first night I did encounter joint pains in my usual problem areas (hip, knees, calfs) but never made the connection to the covid vaccine. I was abnormally extra soar but the pain subsided after my morning yoga session.

2.28.2021 – I have soreness under my left armpit. It feels like an infected ingrown hair.

10.2.2021 – Just left armpit tenderness/soreness.. this lasted 3 days.