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.
Visual impairment, Constipation and Injection site warmth
4.13.2021 – Some heat near injection site only. Some light tingling in entire arm on the side of the injection site, which passed after a few hours. Light itching near the injection site. No rash or discoloration at all.
4.14.2021 – The headache feels like my normal migraines. The diarrhea was unexpected.
5.5.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes armpit and inguinal, same left side as injection only
5.9.2021 – White spots in corners of my vision, may be related to the headache.
5.24.2021 – Ive been increasingly exhausted and low energy, in spite of sleeping well at night. Its gotten worse in the last week.
6.7.2021 – Ive been very tired, needing to rest a lot, and my heart rate increases more quickly than usual upon exertion. Last time the fatigue only lasted two weeks and was less. This time its more and lasting much longer. Im going to call my primary
10.24.2022 – Constipation
Injection site nerve damage, Nerve block and Tooth disorder
5.7.2021 – Neck stiffness
5.8.2021 – Stiff neck, swollen lymph nodes
5.10.2021 – Neck stiffness, swollen lymph nodes on the cervical
5.11.2021 – Forgot to report the previous days : brain fog and confusion (feeling cognitively impaired) + stiff neck still
5.19.2021 – The weird blocked nerve in my neck (direct line from vaccination site) is still here :(
6.2.2021 – Still the same nerve (coming up from injection site) blocked/tender in my neck - it has been almost a month :( guess it will pass at some point
11.3.2021 – Tooth problems - Infection - tiredness etc from antibiotics treatment
5.5.2022 – Fatigue Sore Throat Low Grade fever
Cellulitis, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Upper-airway cough syndrome
2.6.2021 – Mild congestion / post nasal drip, dry cough (have had for past 2 days)
2.7.2021 – Runny nose, sinus congestion, sneezing
2.8.2021 – Runny nose and sinus congestion
2.9.2021 – Sinus congestion and discharge is less today than previous 3 days
3.3.2021 – Cellulitis in lower limb
3.10.2021 – Treatment for cellulitis of lower left leg
3.17.2021 – Sinus congestion, occasional productive cough (might be due to pollen, or might be viral). Not feverish, still have taste and smell, no fatigue, no aches or pain.
Skin burning sensation, Gastric disorder and Intermenstrual bleeding
1.16.2021 – Dizzy
1.17.2021 – Little dizzy, tingly on wrist and cheeks. All mild.
1.18.2021 – Facial tingling resolved.
1.30.2021 – Sinus concerns and dizziness.
2.6.2021 – Dizzy and headache
2.14.2021 – Dizzy and tinitus
2.24.2021 – Dizzy, tingling around eyes and face
2.25.2021 – Dizzy, skin burning in arms
2.26.2021 – Arm burning. Wrist felt swollen.
2.27.2021 – Wrist and hand burning a little still
2.28.2021 – Pain and swelling in wrist of shot arm
3.1.2021 – Minimal burning in wrist
3.2.2021 – No rash but body itching a little.
3.3.2021 – Hives on arm of injection and body itching all over
3.10.2021 – Continued itching and tingling in arms, hands and wrist along with a few hives. Especially noted in vaccinated arm. It has now resolved though.
3.17.2021 – Tender glands under left arm.
3.31.2021 – I still get occasions hives but they resolve in an hour or so
4.7.2021 – Stomach issues
5.26.2021 – Increased stomach issues. Excessively long period and heavy.
8.25.2021 – Stomach issues and increased reflux
11.11.2021 – I had random period spotting
11.24.2021 – Sinus drainage and chest congestion.
12.1.2021 – Hives
12.15.2021 – Congestion
12.22.2021 – Sinus
2.9.2022 – Stomach pains
11.10.2022 – I had Covid
Breast cyst, Breast swelling and Cholecystectomy
3.14.2021 – 5 days ago experienced bad headache lasting 3 days and 1 day of vomiting and diarrhea. Very exhausted
5.9.2021 – Constant itching ears thru throat
9.2.2021 – Very bad pain underarm and going into breast same side as injection
9.3.2021 – Swelling underarm and near breast on arm that was injected
9.4.2021 – Underarm swelling going into the breast
9.5.2021 – Lymph node starting to go down a little under arm and breast still have pain
9.6.2021 – Swelling underarm and breast going down
9.7.2021 – Underarm and breast swelling going down
9.28.2021 – Low grade fever chills very tired body pain headache stuffy nose and head slight cough
10.12.2021 – Headaches fatigue
8.31.2022 – Gall bladder removal, very small cyst on breast and got COVID
Glomerular filtration rate increased, Fibrin D dimer increased and Renal failure
2.26.2021 – Daily frontal headaches
3.12.2021 – Headaches come and go
3.26.2021 – Viridans Bladder infectionHeadaches back a couple times a week
5.14.2021 – Kidney issues, GFR went up, still up but hopefully getting better, have chronic renal insufficiency which had suddenly worsened about 3 weeks ago
10.2.2021 – Blood pressure this am dropped to 90/60
10.8.2021 – Upper back pain
10.29.2021 – Leg swelling
11.5.2021 – Chest congestion, productive cough, elevated D-Dimer
12.31.2021 – Sinus infection, coughing and lots of sputum, on antibiotics for 3 weeks, fatigued, lasted about 6 weeks
4.3.2022 – Headaches, chronic loose stools
10.1.2022 – Trouble with coughing and some breathing using an inhaler and nasal spray
11.11.2022 – Ringing in my ears
11.13.2022 – Ears still ringing
11.14.2022 – Ri going in my right ear left ear no more ringing
11.15.2022 – Ringing right ear
11.16.2022 – Ringing back in both ears
11.30.2022 – Headaches
12.7.2022 – Tiredness which requires a nap
12.14.2022 – Increased tiredness, right leg pain
Atrioventricular block, Stent placement and Adverse drug reaction
1.29.2021 – Muscle pain
2.14.2021 – Heartburn
3.6.2021 – I had severe chest pains, which turned out to be a blockage in the heart which required a stent.
3.12.2021 – I had been having chest pain and it became more severe. I went to a an emergency clinic and was transferred to a hospital, where I went through a series of tests, which identified a blockage and resulted in the placing of a stent.
8.13.2022 – The new condition is loss of hair that began after my booster shots, and I am now dealing with side effects of stopping the blood thinner I had been taking since the heart attack.
11.12.2022 – Loss of hair.
Treatment delayed, Chondropathy and Dizziness exertional
3.13.2021 – I take methotrexate. I skipped one weekly dose to let my vaccine take effect under doctor's orders. I don't know whether the symptoms are due to the shot or due to not having my methotrexate.
4.5.2021 – Joint pain and fatigue.
4.12.2021 – Recurring dull pain in my back on the left side below the rib cage. Weekly recurring symptoms of my psoriatic arthritis, including joint pain and fatigue.
9.27.2022 – Pain in the right elbow when I use my right arm.
10.4.2022 – I have had surgery for a basal cell carcinoma on my face. Doctor office visits
10.25.2022 – Dizsy after activity.
12.13.2022 – Right knee starting to show symptoms of losing cartilage. Will probably eventually need to be replaced.
Menstruation delayed, Dysmenorrhea and Heavy menstrual bleeding
2.5.2021 – Had a fever 3 days after injection and diarrhea also had fatigue
2.10.2021 – Had to use my inhaler
3.10.2021 – When I got the vaccine same day I had a sharp head pain. About 19 hours later I had a fever and terrible fatigue
3.25.2021 – Late period both late since first vaccination - not pregnant
6.3.2021 – My period has been a few days late every month since I got my vaccine. Before it was always on time. It was very heavy the last time I got it when it finally showed up
9.2.2021 – Heart palpitations the week before my period that have only started after rec the vaccine and really painful men steal cramps and symptoms Gyno scheduled
Pulmonary congestion, Tendonitis and Ventricular extrasystoles
2.12.2021 – sharp nerve pain in opposite arm from shot
10.31.2021 – sinus running and heartburn
11.13.2021 – Severe Tendinitis of my right elbow requiring steriod injection. Less tendinitis on left elbow.
4.19.2022 – Cold or Flu? I did Covid-19 test and it came back negative, but have been sick with running nose, congestion and headaches since the 10th of April
4.23.2022 – Went to e-care for sinus and lubg congestion where they sent me to hospital for premature multi-ventricle contractions. After numerous test the hospital sent me home with albuterol prescription and a nebulizer.
Lung cyst, Hypotonia and Edema
12.29.2020 – neckache, warm feet, warm left leg, heavy legs,
12.31.2020 – lightheaded, off balanced, legs feel slighty heavy
1.7.2021 – slight chest pain, night sweats, racing heartbeat, limp limbs, teethache(thought I had real toothache so I went to the orthodontist and followed up the same day with and endodontist) had to get on antibiotics beforehand because of my heart valve rep physically went to dentist
1.28.2021 – edema i called my doctor for help
2.20.2021 – Swollen lymph node, midsection, & thighs. Cyst found in right lung. SOB. Headaches. Hot skin. Cold right cheek. Nausea. Night sweats. Pain in various parts of body. Sore joints. Had to get on solumedrol for edema. steroid medication given for edema
3.4.2021 – right side of chest hurts sometimes doctor visit
Otolithiasis, Atrial flutter and Body temperature increased
1.27.2021 – Slight flu-like feeling.
9.26.2021 – Im fine.
9.27.2021 – I feel entirely normal.
12.25.2021 – Temp rose to upper 99 range a few days ago but nothing that really concerned. I didn't get tested. Frankly, I have *never* been tested. I stay at home nearly all the time and have not left the house without a mask since March 2020.
7.6.2022 – Atrial flutter June 5, 2022
10.5.2022 – Dizziness due to calcium looosened in ear canal, handled with the Epley Maneuver. No connection to COVID booster
Crying, Tendonitis and Hunger
4.15.2021 – Brief but Terrible abdominal pain. I thought my ovary exploded or I had a stone. Cold sweats, nausea, crying, shaking...Might be unrelated but I thought I was dying. Then I diarrhea'd and it was mostly better. Nauseous the next day.
4.22.2021 – Hunger. Very hungry. Also might be unrelated but i have tendinitis in my ankle, and I cracked it in my sleep and now it's sore.
4.23.2021 – Tendinitis flare :( couldn't walk. Might be unrelated tho
4.25.2021 – Kinda hungry
11.8.2022 – Diarrhea
Injection site hemorrhage, Neuralgia and Eye pruritus
4.7.2021 – Pain in hand of the arm I got vaccine in. Also, itching over face, neck, arm, and lower body area.
4.8.2021 – Itching like I get before I break out with hives before some prescription drug medicine.
4.9.2021 – Itching on necks and hand
4.10.2021 – Still itching and still using Benadryl.
4.11.2021 – Im still itching on my arms and face around my eyes.
4.14.2021 – I am still ITCHING all over my face and my arm and still taking Benadryl.
5.18.2021 – Itching all over my body right after I got the shot.
5.20.2021 – Muscle/nerve in food hurt.
5.23.2021 – When I got the vaccine and the needle was removed it started to bleed a lot. My arm is still very painful and very sore, and swollen too.
5.25.2021 – Arm is still sore.
6.15.2021 – My arm is still very sore and it itches sometimes.?
5.9.2022 – My ARM is still hurting and it's very painfulit's never hurt this long before.
5.21.2022 – Pain in the injection site weeks after the booster.
Lip exfoliation, Tongue blistering and Tongue ulceration
2.24.2021 – sores on tongue and mouth; severe dryness of mouth; cracking and peeling of lips
3.3.2021 – Sores in mouth keep reoccurring and dry mouth does not improve. Also, cold sweats have returned
3.10.2021 – My tongue and mouth still have sores and extreme dryness if I did not have the prescription to increase my saliva production I would not be able to even speak In office visit
3.19.2021 – The mouth and tongue sores keep reappearing. Dry mouth is sometimes worse than other times In person
5.19.2021 – Rapid heart rate
11.11.2021 – Sores on tongue and mouth
11.12.2021 – Mouth and tongue sores
11.14.2021 – Tongue and mouth sores
11.15.2021 – Mouth and tongue sores. These have been consistent since after the first vaccine
11.18.2021 – Sores on tongue and mouth My ent
12.17.2021 – Mouth sores returned and tongue sores
12.25.2021 – In addition to the tongue and mouth sores my mouth and tongue feel like their burning I have been to 3 types of drs and no one can figure out what to do for me
5.26.2022 – Sores on tongue reappeared
9.22.2022 – Muscle aches, headache, stomach pains
Massage, Acupuncture and Lymphedema
3.15.2021 – Just a note: my headache is almost certainly a sinus headache, not related to the vaccine. I get those a lot in the spring.
4.3.2021 – Mild swelling/tenderness in the lymph nodes under my arms. Does not impact movement/range of motion at all. I had my shot in my right arm, but I am also a breast cancer survivor, and had lymph nodes removed (4 years ago) under my left arm. Left underarm is slightly more swollen and uncomfortable.
4.15.2021 – Mild lymphedema. Im a breast cancer survivor, and my oncologist told me that this symptom might occur, especially since Ive had it in the past. massage and acupuncture
Injection site swelling, Influenza and Injection site pruritus
4.22.2021 – I already had a headache since yesterday, so I didn't count it as a side effect of the vaccine.
5.6.2021 – Just some headaches. And upper-back pain.
5.27.2021 – Headaches, fatigue, shortness of breath.
6.3.2021 – Fever, chills, headaches, muscle pain and fatigue, short of breath, bit of disorientation, itchiness where I got the shot and a bit of swelling after scratching.
8.13.2021 – I got a cold. But the symptoms were that of what people have described habing covid after getting the vaccine, so I went to get tested but it came out negative. Symptoms included: fever, coughs, chills, fatigue, headaches, and sore throat.
7.25.2022 – Some headaches; stomachache.
Manual lymphatic drainage, Lymphatic disorder and Massage
2.19.2021 – Chiropractor noticed body was swollen/legs were congested. Performed lymphatic massage (drainage) a couple if weeks ago (2/8). We ruled out diet - since it was not unusual. Suggested it might be vaccine. Taking tumeric to decrease inflammation. Chiropractic visit/lymphatic massage
3.29.2021 – Soreness in arms and legs. Fatigue
4.2.2021 – Lethargy, arms and legs were in pain and swollen, tiredness, fatigue, body inflamed. Lympharic drainage / chiropractic visit.
4.16.2021 – Originally experienced it 3 weeks after 2nd shot (3/22/2021) Arms and legs swollen/aching. Exhaustion/fatigue. Had lymphatic drainage on 3/31/2021 and symptoms decreased. Swelling started again 4/8/2021. Will get annual bloodwork exam, soon Lymphatic drainage
6.4.2021 – Lymphatic system congested. Sore heavy arms and legs. Received treatment with lymphatic massage for drainage. Chiropractic lymphatic massage
Movement disorder, Injected limb mobility decreased and Sensitive skin
2.24.2021 – Tingling tongue - normal for me with allergies
2.25.2021 – Slight cough
2.26.2021 – As to the pain in the injection site, its now a mere sensitivity
3.13.2021 – Tingling tongue; feels fat
3.14.2021 – Pain in arm and stiffness. Very difficult to lift arm.
3.15.2021 – Extremely difficult to lift arm.
3.16.2021 – Arm still stiff and easier to lift but still doesnt lift easily.
3.17.2021 – By arm that was injected-slight
3.18.2021 – Still difficult to move arm.
3.19.2021 – Arm difficult to move freely
3.20.2021 – Arm still slightly constricted
Pericarditis, Deep vein thrombosis and Thrombosis
2.3.2021 – Just feel like you do when you first feel like youre coming down with something.
2.16.2021 – Fever and coughing but I dont know if its related to my vaccine.
2.23.2021 – I tested positive for Covid yesterday. I started not feeling well on February 9th about 7 days after my 1st injection. I saw a NP at my own healthcare location.
3.10.2021 – I think my symptoms are between mild and moderate.
3.13.2021 – Now I have fever blister on my lips.
10.4.2021 – I am being treated for Pericarditis.
4.4.2022 – I ended up with pericarditis in July 2021. I was hospitalized twice.
4.15.2022 – The day after I got my 2nd booster I ran a temperature of 101, headache, chills, vomited and had diarrhea. It lasted 24 hrs and then I was fine but tired for another day.
7.2.2022 – A blood clot in my leg. Had an ultrasound at the doctor office and was then referred to a specialist and am now on Eliquis.
10.1.2022 – Blood clot in my leg. DVT. Saw my primary care doctor at her office.
Muscle swelling, Injected limb mobility decreased and Loss of personal independence in daily activities
6.12.2021 – The area around for the shot was given is super painful I'm unable to lift my arm to use it in a normal manner this started about 6 hours after the shot and has continued to 2: 00pm the next day at the time of this report.
6.14.2021 – The pain from the shot is all gone
6.19.2021 – Cold like syemtoms
6.25.2021 – Sometimes I feel like I'm coming down with cold but it's gone within a few hours.
7.3.2021 – The shot was extremely painful
7.4.2021 – Vary sleepy
7.6.2021 – I took a full dropper of Lomatium Root to remove the Cold like systems and Arnica Montana 3 pellets and cream to relieve muscle pain stiffness swelling from the shot and muscle and joint pain
7.9.2021 – The pain is a little bit better. Still unable to go to work
7.25.2021 – My shoulder where the shot was given is still incredibly sore I am unable to lift my arm more than 45° without severe pain. This has been ongoing since the shot was given
8.2.2021 – Time where my shot was given the second time has still been sore as the first day... It stops me from doing normal daily activities
8.6.2021 – My arm were I got the shot is still painful. At time I am unable to lift it...
8.18.2021 – My arm is still sore at a level 5 out of 10 where I got the covid shot.
12.31.2021 – Flu like symptoms
Premenstrual syndrome, Amenorrhea and Muscle twitching
3.19.2021 – Two spots on the top of my foot near the big toe
3.22.2021 – Almost PMS like symptoms even though my mensuration ended the day before my vaccine
4.8.2021 – Muscle spasm in bicep
4.29.2021 – I havent had my menstrual cycle since getting the first dose of the vaccine .
5.8.2021 – Muscle twitch at the injection site
9.29.2022 – Swollen lymph nodes in left armpit below site in left arm where injection took place . All joints achy . Low back ankle Great toe and thumb joints painful
9.30.2022 – Left armpit under the injection site the lymph nodes areTender and sore
11.2.2022 – Left arm continues to hurt near the injection site . General sore and achy in the muscles for extended period
Benign breast neoplasm, Breast mass and Blepharospasm
3.23.2021 – March 20 I noticed bump forming on my injection site. I was tired,but not sick the next day, injection site, redder and more itchy. Injection site worst the next day, tired, but not sick, so I went to work. Went home, massive headache, throw up, lbm
4.7.2021 – Feel like I'm going to have a fever, but no fever temperature. Ice pack helps the hot face feeling.
4.8.2021 – I've been peeing a lot since yesterday. Maybe it's just because I've been hydrating myself.
4.9.2021 – I'm not sure if the the injection spot feels hot or it's just itchy, but it's noticeable feeling
4.20.2021 – Splitting headache. Started Sunday evening and I came home from work so tired when it was only my 1st day. I had to go home from work Monday because I took Tylenol and it wasn't helping the pain. Just waiting it out today, but I think I will be ok.
5.18.2021 – It not so bad, but I've been getting constant left eye twitch for a week now and it's bothersome. Except that, I'm really feeling ok.
7.8.2021 – Mass on my breast
10.7.2021 – I had a breast cancer scare, but it's benign.
10.30.2021 – I felt this yesterday. I got my booster Thursday. I'm feeling somewhat ok now, except for the sore arm.
10.28.2022 – benign breast tumor
Rash vesicular, Herpes zoster and Neck pain
4.29.2021 – Developed shingles two weeks after my first vaccine. Fairly mild case of breakouts( I have had both shingles vaccines) but fairly severe associated myalgia that lasted about 3 weeks.
4.4.2022 – I am experiencing shingles or shingles- like rash on my hip about the size of a half dollar. Accompanied by neck and upper back achiness and malaise. Started the day after injection and is gradually getting better after 3-4 days.
4.5.2022 – Almost back to normal
5.12.2022 – Still having random skin rashes. May or may not be related.
Cardioversion, Atrial flutter and Atrial fibrillation
3.25.2021 – Arm became very sore yesterday. Almost no pain today.
3.29.2021 – Just not feeling well
4.14.2021 – Migraine 4 days. May not be from vaccine though. Have had them before.
9.22.2021 – Achy but probably due to colder weather
9.12.2022 – Not feeling well. Achy all over. Had a sore throat last night but not now. Hard to sleep last night.
12.14.2022 – I've been sick twice. Mostly body aches, bad headaches I could not get rid of. Very fatigued. It was like a week between the two illnesses. Tested negative for flu, strep, and COVID.
Nasal disorder, Lyme disease and Wheezing
2.21.2021 – Mild dizziness a couple times, a little wheezy a couple times. Slight soreness at injection site
3.14.2021 – Chills, tired. Might be time change, up late.
3.28.2021 – Im not tired, but wanted to comment. The night of vaccine on 25th i had chills, very sore arm. Terrible sleep and woke with a crick in my neck. Low energy the next day. Took a nap in pm. Then felt great.
3.31.2021 – Headache last 2 nights
4.29.2021 – Mild sore throat. Not covid, tested. Was not able to work 1 day until test result. following protocals.
9.23.2021 – I had a minor sore throat and some nasal activity and a slight cough a few weeks ago. Tested negative.
3.25.2022 – Had covid in January, just got Tick borne Lyme disease.
Apathy, Telemedicine and Musculoskeletal chest pain
1.19.2021 – Very dry mouth & slight sore throat
1.25.2021 – Cold like symptoms; stuffy nose, slight sore throat, very slight ear pain
3.8.2021 – Muscle pain left side neck to shoulder. Pain in posterior lower back between rib cage & ilium from spine to anterior near stomach just below ribs.
3.15.2021 – Symptoms not related to vaccine. Diagnosed as shingles. Doctors office visit
3.29.2021 – Nerve pain & other side effects from shingles Phone conversation with PCP
10.24.2022 – Head and chest congestion, very tired, no ambition just wanted to sleep Phone consultation
Anal incontinence, Nervous system disorder and Acne
4.14.2021 – Moderate Prickling on skin all over body; mostly lower limbs and hands, some lower torso and lower both arms.
4.16.2021 – Faint tingling in muscles, specially calves and thighs.
4.19.2021 – I pooped my pants, entering my building for work. Pimple on my face. I never get pimples or gotten pimples in my life.
5.19.2021 – Scratchy throat
5.24.2021 – Feel ill as if I have a cold; tickle in my throat, slight temperature, congestion, sneezing and cough.
5.10.2022 – Nerve problems, nervous system.
Psychomotor hyperactivity, Delivery and Disorientation
5.17.2021 – Tight throat, tongue swelling, disorientation, pressure in head, chest tightness Nurse on-site at Covid vaccine location
5.18.2021 – Remnants of the anaphylactic symptoms from yesterday
5.31.2021 – the injection site is more sore than ever and now has a little bump
6.7.2021 – I seem to be hyper reactive but Im not sure if it is causing it or not
11.15.2021 – I gave birth September 21st
5.17.2022 – I think I forgot to mention the rashes I have had since the first of second dose. One of the spots keeps spreading and migrating
Inguinal hernia, Hernia and Pelvic pain
4.4.2021 – Yesterday I was anxious a bit today much better
4.6.2021 – I may have pink eye
4.16.2021 – I had a couple of episodes of abdominal pain they may be related to IBS and a possible hernia, I have a doctors appointment next week.
4.23.2021 – I think I have a hernia, pretty bad pelvic pain last night, working with my doctor Also went into the office
5.24.2021 – I have a groin hernia, a irritable bowel, and BackPain that I have struggled with over the last week.
5.30.2021 – I had surgery for a hernia inguinalAnd femoral
7.30.2021 – Hernia recurrence
10.29.2021 – Headache, naseua, fatigue, chills, sweats
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