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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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Hyposmia, Hypogeusia and Anosmia

2V6-19663-77215

– I had a few fever spikes yesterday but today I feel fine.

– This will be my last check in. Im feeling fine, thank you for the follow up!

– Last Thursday I felt tired and weak. I slept for five hours in the afternoon. I felt fine after I awoke.

– I had a root canal and feel pain. Not related to Covid but you asked.

– I have not completely regained my taste and smell since Jan 6.

– Still lacking smell by 60% most of taste is back. Doctor recommended 100 mg of zinc daily and that is helping. Any recommendations?

Respiratory disorder, Impaired work ability and Asthma

2V6-29329-39994

– I wanted to repot the moderate reaction And symptoms I had the day I got the 2nd injection that included fever of at least 100, chills, aches just generally miserable. Plus I missed two days of work. Second day I was utterly exhausted.

– I dont understand why you are asking these questions almost a week after my shot. I was sick sbd missed two days of work.

– Asthma has been flaring but I think it is just allergy driven.

– I had a horrible respiratory problem. Was seen by a physician . 3 times - the third time got steroid shot and stronger antibiotic. Horrendous cough that kept me off work more than a week. I was sick more than a month but much better now

Rash erythematous, Injection site reaction and Musculoskeletal stiffness

2V6-33843-67225

– Swollen lymph nodes on same arm at vaccine injection

– Day 5-10: swollen lymph nodes in armpit of vaccine arm.Day 6: itchy vaccine siteDay 7-11: red rash, 6 inches long, specifically on deltoid surrounding injection site. Also deltoid stiffness. Similar to moderate bee sting allergy

– 4 weeks - swollen lymph nodes in left armpit (vaccination in arm)

– All of these symptoms were 24-hours after my shot - but theres no way to report this as you are asking about today only. I am better today.

Glare, Stress and Depressed mood

2V6-68535-49036

– Notice eye glare

– Extremely tired and a bit depressed for about 6 days...last two days have been fine and sleeping better.

– Had a strong burning in breast one night. Lasted about half hour after applying cold oak....also didnt report in but had diarrhea about 6th day after 2nd shot

– Had shingles for 3 weeks on my back. Just a stressful time probably th reason. Some anxiety with it. Doing well now Nurse practitioner consult

Lichen planus, Postmenopausal hemorrhage and Sensation of foreign body

2V6-82413-61927

– Breast tenderness

– I may just be tired from day light saving time.

– Diarrhea and abdominal pain

– I have had spotting for a week now. My last period was a year and a half to two years ago. I thought I was done.

– lichen planus in mouth and on lower lip.

– I was exposed to COVID by my family. I never tested positive, however I experienced a weird feeling in my throat, fatigue, sore muscles, and diarrhea that lasted just a couple of days.

Surgical failure, Joint instability and Knee arthroplasty

2V7-21265-21543

– Sore throat, one ear aches, headache, swollen glands, tired, runny nose. Im thinking it could be seasonal or new allergies but OTC allergy pills arent working very well.

– Muscle and joint pain, diarrhea, weakness and fatigue. Stayed in bed 3 days

– Earache, nasal congestion, body and joint aches

– Ache and soreness in left arm

– Runny nose, sore throat, cough

– Oct 27, 2021 I had a total knee replacement revision because cement failed. Original knee replacement became unstable and pain increased. The cement failure started before COVID immunizations.

Perineal pain, Prostatic pain and Disturbance in sexual arousal

2V7-28848-55627

– injection site pain, tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain, fever, nausea, feeling unwell, swollen lymph nodes, fast heartbeat, weakness, elevated blood pressure, pain in kidneys, blood in stool and urine, dizziness, irritability...

– Diarrhea, constipation, elevated blood pressure, kidney pain. Muscle aches.

– Feeling like glass shards in my lungs. Feeling like I weigh a ton. Improved sense of smell followed by congestion. Sore everywhere especially old injuries. Kidneys hurt. Sore throat. Cough....

– Sore throat. Cough. Eyes hurt. Muscle cramps. Severe bloating. Problems with memory. Lightheaded. Painful swollen lymph nodes. I feel very sick. Yesterday i was unable to eat or drink. Finally quit peeing blood.

– Coughing, sneezing, rash, kidney pain, neck pain, insomnia

– Rash over kidneys, pain in kidneys, bladder, prostate, testicles, concentration and memory problems, gas and bloating, eyes have been burning all the way around not just the front ever since the vaccine, cough sneezing and sore throat but my sinuses are finally cleared, lymph nodes swollen, neck pain less severe, Etc...

– Feeling of burning and pressure all the way around the eyes, kidney pain, decrease sex drive, decrease of sneezing coughing and sore throat, the longer any bleeding Neon urine or stool, chills have ceased now I feel hot all the time.

– Lack of mental focus , small lapses in memory , Lack of coordination, feeling of pressure around the eyes and a feeling of dryness even though my eyes are damper than usual, kidney pain mild, sneezed once, occasional cough and a mild sore throat.

– Slight burning sensation all the way around my eyeball, kidney pain, gas. Headache, coordination problems, memory problems.

– Kidney pain blood pressure increased, blood in urine, fatigue, reduce sex drive, still have sore muscles and the lymph nodes. Headache

– My coordination has gotten a little worse and I've gotten for sprains to the left side of my body. The rest of my symptoms have decreased and despite the levels of pollen my sinuses remain clear. I have been able to smell flowers for the first time.

– Severe low back cramps. All other symptoms decreasing or have gone away.

– I doubt that it's related but I'm having bad back cramps and I have kidney stones now. Have gotten really congested but I think that's related to toxin fil buildle up from the kidney stones.

– Ever since I got the vaccine old health conditions have been flaring up. Have had massive and extremely painful back cramps related to a an old car wreck injury.

– I had a stomach bug for a day.

– Lightheaded, face numb, tongue numb

– Injection site itching, entire arm swollen, no appetite, bad breath, occasional stabbing pain in appendix scar, sore neck, sinus pain and extra mucus

– Skin hurts, otherwise some as yesterday.

– Gas ,

– Headache and worse'n fatigue.

– I have a feeling of pressure starting in my temples and running down to my jaw hinge. Also I've been having rapid and sudden deterioration of my teeth. I never had a cavity before. Both doctor and dentist appointments.

– Entire arm swollen and painful, can't lift arm above shoulder height, nausea, lips tingling, slightly buzzed like with alcohol depression, grouchiness, irritability, fatigue, mild vertigo, sleepiness, and four concentration.

– Coughing, sneezing, brain fog, attention deficit to a extreme level, and all the stuff I listed yesterday.

– Feeling tired, attention deficit, pain in the perineum, brain fog, dry mouth and eyes, intestinal cramping, coughing and sneezing, worsening of allergic symptoms. I don't know what else.

– Still feeling grouchy, brain fog, attention deficit, a little buzzed, sneezing, coughing, lung congestion, dry mouth and eyes craving simple carbohydrates and sleepy.

– Attention deficit, cough brain fog, lack of motivation

– Still having some difficulty urinating, mild brain fog, no longer grouchy, dry mouth and eyes, coughing but no longer sneezing, continued depression and lack of motivation, tongue still red and feels burning, decreased sense of taste.

– Prostate symptoms are improving, tongue is no longer red and burning, allergies are still increased and I have a dry cough at night as well as sneezing during the day still.

– Bleeding gums at night

– The original injection site not only continues to hurt but hurts a little more.

– Kidney stones! I've never had kidney stones before but I've had kidney stones after My covid boosters every time. I was sent to a urologist

Rash papular, Paresthesia oral and Rash erythematous

2V7-33185-27778

– None

– Distinct linear reddened, raised rash right neck, urticaria on back and right arm, tingling of tongue. Will take Aleve PM now for diphenhydramine dose. Had similar rash ~ 1.5 inches square on neck above sternal notch days after first injection but did not associate it with vaccine. I treated with hydrocortisone cream with relief over several days period.

– Rash is resolving

– Migraine symptoms beginning today

– Headache, bronchial cough, fever, body aches, runny nose

– Cough, loss of taste, fatigue, sore throat, positive covid test

Chills and Fatigue

2V7-56369-75207

– On 4/27/2021, approx 8 hrs after receiving my 2nd dose, I felt severe body aches and severe chills. Symptoms lasted 48 hours. By the 3rd day, chills eventually stopped. Aches subsided but lingered for 2 wks, with general fatigue and low stamina.

– On 6/4-6/6, I experienced some milder forms of the symptoms I experienced immediately after my 2nd shot, specifically, body aches, chills, fatigue, and tiredness.

Gastrointestinal disorder, Arthralgia and Respiratory tract congestion

2V7-65983-32116

– Fair is reported due to a chronic physical condition unrelated to the vaccine. Ive had no reaction to the #2 vaccine.

– Joint pain related to arthritis & spinal condition.

– Dry cough in evenings usually & slight congestion in mornings usually.

– Persistent cough. No fever. No travel to high risk areas. My Primary Care provider (at my recent annual check-up) says the cough is due to allergies & acid reflux. Also our area is sometimes affected by smoke from CA fires.

– 24 hour intestinal disturbance I guess unrelated to Covid or booster.

– Runny nose. Sore throat. Positive Covid test.

Sputum discolored, Aphthous ulcer and Wheezing

2V8-16900-46269

– Canker sore outer lip

– Cold sore

– Congestion, cold sorr

– Lungs congested wheezing yellow sputum probably due to spring and my asthma

– SOB probably asthma exacerbation. Urgent care did do a covid swab for just in case no result back yet. Also we are trying to get my insurance to approve xopenex since albuterol makes my heart race so I cant use it as often as needed.

– Sob chest pain snd lately congestion and wheezing

– Sob fatigue muscle weakness cough wheezing nasal congestion abd cramps with diarrhea

Shoulder injury related to vaccine administration, Periarthritis and Joint range of motion decreased

2V8-33209-14206

– Yes, I woke up in the middle of the night extremely dizzy. I have been lightheaded all day. I forgot to mention the first two nights I had stomach pain and had to get up and use bathroom, not a normal occurrence.

– Nasal congestion, runny nose

– Last Thursday, Friday, Saturday had a headache, a Hines, fatigue, head congestion, runny nose, and watery eyes.

– I forgot to check in yesterday, but I was fatigued, achy, slight headache and sharp stomach pains yesterday morning. Today Im fine.

– Pain in my left arm and shoulder

– My upper arm where I received vaccine is frequently painful, range of motion, rotation limited.

– Sore left arm due to shot. In PT to gain back range of motion hopefully.

– Frozen should still due to second vaccine - SIRVA

Injection site rash, Abdominal pain and Injection site pruritus

2V9-37752-95511

– About seven days after receiving the vaccination a large rash (5x8) developed rapidly about six inches below the injection site, eventually it migrated to the site. Some itching was noted (Benadryl cream helped). It is hardly noticeable today.

– Headaches very early AM becoming less noticeable as the day progresses. I first detected these headaches about a week ago (2 weeks after vaccination).

– Abdominal pains and "gurgling" below rib cage on left.

Therapeutic response unexpected, Diverticulitis and Blood glucose increased

2V9-56498-10988

– Had unusual dizziness the first 2 days. Also, blood sugar was was very high the first and second days after the shot - 250 to 300 all day. Couldn't get it down till this morning. Now back to normal highs.

– Itching on arms and legs

– Blood sugar and blood pressure unstable for almost a week, probably causing continued fatigue.

– None today. Vaccination was 6 days ago. Symptoms for 2 days after vaccination. Nausea for 4 hours immediately post-vaccination. Severely sire arm, neck and shoulder on vaccination side for 24+ hours. Mild headache.

– Just want to share that by the second day after the shot, I feel better than I have in almost months. Debilitating fatigue, headaches and chest pressure are completely gone. Not sure if it's related to the vaccine, but surprised and grateful for the sudden improvement.

– Diverticulitis 3x in 7 weeks.

Food craving, Muscle disorder and Energy increased

2VA-19499-23669

– Appetite for protein and dairy

– Appetite for protein and nutritional value

– Dizzy from exhaust fumes due to five hours waiting at(b)(6) for vaccine appointment and still waiting. Line moving almost not at all, now at (b)(6)@ (b)(6) St.

– Dizzy possibly carbon monoxide waiting for vaccine

– Severe fatigue, mild dizziness, taste changes, mild pains and chills, episodes of smelling strong cigarette smoke that is not there

– Dizzy fatigue with severe brain fog, very high will-power needed to work.

– Fatigue with mild dizziness (variable), thick brain fog; episodes of: headache, stomach ache, smell/taste suppression, tinnitus- earache augmentation. Elevated task error rate, especially muscular clumsiness. Testing

– Severe fatigue persists and my pre-existing pains and tinnitus are worsening.Covid antibody test is off the measurement scale, over 2500. Too disabled to do pre-Covid activities. I am a Covid long hauler from the wait/vaccine rather than the virus. Many tests including C/T scans

– Fatigue, low energy, worse ear and wrist pain, hearing loss, depression, fluctuations but no improvement trend after six months. Summary: Vaccine induced post-viral syndrome (Long Hauler). specialist appointment not until November

Upper respiratory tract infection bacterial, Brain fog and Influenza like illness

2VA-25208-19981

– Symptoms consistent with allergy sinus or upper respiratory infection. Sneezing, coughing, congestion, runny nose, sore throat. Possibly a seasonal issue rather than a reaction to the vaccine.

– I contracted covid the end of July and was sick for 2 weeks. No loss of taste or smell and no major breathing problems, but all other flu like symptoms including sinus & chest congestion. I'm still bothered by extreme fatigue and other symptoms. I'm still trying to schedule an in person appointment with a psychologist.

– Fatigue and brain fog due to covid. Primary care and Neurologist outpatient

Stress at work, Parosmia and Injection site reaction

2VA-92191-86577

– Not for now

– Slightly upset stomach last night. Still a little off today. Shoulder is a little stiff at injection site

– I have a slight sore throat. Ive been experiencing seasonal allergy type symptoms. Mostly just a little uncomfortable.

– Probably unrelated lingering smell like cheese in my nostrils. I dont eat cheese.

– Muscle spasms. Quite possibly connected to repetitive motions at work on poor ergonomic conditions especially given that they are all situated around the back and front of my left shoulder.

Hyperresponsive to stimuli, Cardiovascular evaluation and Altered state of consciousness

2VB-14612-99586

– Difficulty concentrating and decision making very slow

– On 2/24/2021 I lost consciousness and fell breaking my ankle. The hospital is doing tests to rule out heart issues as cause of dizziness/blackout. So far echocardiogram, ultrasound of carotid artery and heart monitoring have been normal. I experienced extreme dizziness at the first shot for 1.5 hours and mild dizziness for 2 more hours. For the second shot I experienced intermittent dizziness with fever and chills. It is possible the source of my fall was my bodies reaction to my second covid shot I went into emergency on 3/24 and am leaving with broken ankle on 3/25.

– Very dizzy last night coming home from hospital. Dizziness Would not go away. Last night called doctor who recommended I go to sleep, take electrolyte drink and eat light. Go to do it in the morning if it persists.

– On Sunday had kaleidoscope vision and pain radiating up the back of the head. Went to emergency to be evaluated for stroke. Mri and ct scan with contrast suspect a mini stroke

– Swelling of the left foot and ankle. Elevation of the foot does not reduce swelling. Light headed ness and dizziness upon walking.

– Lightheaded predominant over the past 3 days

– For the past week I have experienced 3 consecutive days of lightheadedness. That is two weeks in a row of 3 consecutive days of lightheadedness. Concerned of falling again.

– Nearly blacked out on Saturday. Light headed for over 5 hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

– Yesterday I was watching someone change a lightbulb and got vertigo. Had to sit down because the room was spinning.

– Continued to experience lightheadedness. I received eeg. Neurologist Diagnosed with seizures. Occur every minute. Considered rare. Also pain in area of left eyes socket.

– UCSF eeg taken by(b)(6), Neurologist, diagnosed my symptoms as post concussion. Symptoms are change in balance, lightheadedness bloating, severe sleepiness, fatigue and decreased awareness or responsiveness

Spinal cord infection, Back disorder and Disturbance in attention

2VB-22686-15820

– Back ache

– Some back pains not sure if from past injure. Not as bad as yesterday

– Back ache/pain is still there. Going for back x ray tomorrow

– Back problems. Infection in my spine. Pain in back and neck

– I had a really bad cold effects.Head all stuff up. Back really in pain more. I just had my 2nd booster. Concentration slow and no energy to do anything. Had to push myself hard and even then nothing.

Menstruation delayed, Hot flush and Lymph node pain

2VB-55342-64017

– Swollen and sore lymph nodes around collar bone and armpit on the side of the injection. Skin around collar bone itches but has no visible symptoms.

– Aching lymph nodes on side of injection, but less painful

– Tender lymph nodes, but feeling better than they before.

– Swollen lymph nodes

– Swollen lymph nodes and itchy skin on neck

– Tender, swollen lymph nodes

– Swollen tender lymph nodes

– Tender lymph nodes

– Bothersome swollen lymph nodes, especially under arm and along collar bone

– Hot flashes

– Menstrual period was two weeks late

Disorientation, Gait disturbance and Constipation

2VB-92778-06700

– On Saturday had chest pain & productive phlegm, fever, disorientated. Runny nose. Feel terrible today but no chest pain

– Afternoon & night chills & fatigue

– Ongoing frequent chills, top of feet hurt making walking difficult, daily repeat doses of ibuprofen to manage chills and pain. Muscle aches and fatigue. Feels like I have a virus. Didnt have before 2nd vaccine. Have compromised immune system.

– Severe constipation & uti's Colonoscopy

Increased upper airway secretion, Dysphonia and Dry mouth

2VC-14534-10238

– Sleeplessness at night

– Night sweats

– Upset stomach and dry feeling in mouth since 1/13/21

– Dry taste in mouth

– Stuffy nose, mild sore throat for 1 day, sneezing.

– Mild sore throat today

– Sore throat in the middle of the night but turned into hoarse voice with no sore throat in the morning, mild congestion, tiredness

– 4 hours after receiving the vaccine I had diarrhea. 9 hours after receiving vaccine I had chills. 20 hours after I received vaccine I had a fever of 101.2

– Tired, scratchy throat, sinus pressure, stuffy nose

– Stuffy nose and drainage in back of throat.

– Tiredness, congestion, chills, day and night sweats, nausea, diarrhea. Rapid COVID test negative.

– Sinus congestion, scratchy throat, headaches and runny nose but rapid and PCR negative even after being directly exposed daily to Covid + son

Aura, Skin irritation and Dry skin

2VC-19451-04047

– Soreness in arm near injection site.

– Massive sinus pressure and horrible headache. Couldnt get to sleep last night.

– Swelling & discomfort under arm where I got shot

– Still have swollen and painful lymph node under right arm (same arm injection site)

– Swelling in the lymph nodes under my right arm (right arm where I received the shot) continues. It is tender to touch, achy, and swollen/stiff

– Swelling in right underarm area is finally reduced at 6 days from the shot. Less sensitivity there also.

– Migraine with new visual auras

– Migraine headache and some slight fatigue

– Worsening eczema and areas of scratchy dry skin.

– Migraine headache starting Thursday 12/2

– COVID positive in Sept 2022. Tested positive for over two weeks. Pneumonia. Have been experiencing greatly increased headaches and migraines since.

Lymph node pain, Axillary pain and Nausea

2VC-21296-77321

– Had mild nausea/headache day after vaccine

– Sore underarm (lymph nodes)

– Underarm lymph node pain; mild soreness at injection site but only when touched/bumped

– Mild underarm soreness on injection side

– Very mild underam lymph node pain since injection

– Experienced cold symptoms (multiple COVID tests came back negative for COVID-19). Symptoms eventually resolved.

– Sore lymph nodes in underarm

– Pain in lymph nodes in underarm

Uterine enlargement, Uterine prolapse and Vein disorder

2VC-21400-24253

– I have had four times where I feel like my veins are restricted and painful. One time even traveling up my leg to my neck and then making a vein pop out of my forehead. Im scared. Dont think Ill get the second shot.

– My veins in my neck and legs are being weird and restricting sometimes.

– So sick. Took myself to urgent care. Got on antibiotics, steroids and an inhaler

– My neck is so stiff, Im still coughing and Im so exhausted all the time.

– Coughing again and trouble breathing

– My uterus enlarged and dropped Scheduled surgery

– Had a hysterectomy

– I have had a stiff neck since I got my vaccine six months ago.

Tenderness, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

2VC-36605-63427

– Swollen axillary nodes in just the side corresponding to the injection

– Continued feeling of mild axillary lymphadenopathy/discomfort on the side of the injection

– Axillary pain/lymphadenopathy on side of injection

– Ipsilateral axillary lymphadenopathy and tenderness

– Ipsilateral axillary tenderness

– Still some very slight Ipsilateral axillary tenderness

– Axillary fullness/discomfort

– Axillary fullness/mild discomfort on the same side as injection

– Very mild axillary fullness and discomfort

– Mild axillary fullness/tenderness on the side of the injection

– Slight axillary fullness on side of injection

– Sore throat

Rhinitis allergic, Oropharyngeal discomfort and Head discomfort

2VD-11861-91761

– A mild head pressure and a mild disconfort in my front upper left side (muscle near my left hand)

– Mild head pressure

– Allergy not sure if because the weather: few days itchy skin greater than usual,one day heavy nasal allergy and few days throat discomfort.

– Yesterday I reported chills, but after my daily check it I had fever of 100.7 F

– I had bronchitis for 3 weeks. I still with congestion and sore throat.

Sigmoid sinus thrombosis, Transverse sinus thrombosis and Inguinal mass

2VD-52988-72854

– Dizzy

– Palpitations

– Sudden continued pain in left knee soft tissue, pain & pressure behind eyes, palpitations, pulsating vision, increased diastolic blood pressure

– Congestion

– Slight headache and congestion

– Congested

– Tiredness, eyes feel puffy with pressure behind them.

– Pain behind my eyes daily. Not constant, but comes and goes. Sometimes mild, sometimes very painful. I see a neuro-opthamologist about it on a couple weeks.

– Hair loss, lump in groin area, fatigue General practitioner appointments

– Headache, sinus pressure and congestion

– 2 blood cots in my brain. Left verebral sigmoid sinus clot and left transverse sinus clot.

Impaired gastric emptying, Vomiting and COVID-19

2VD-53258-31023

– Severe headache, vomiting, fatigue, body aches and pains. Don't have a fever, but I could, not sure since I'm Taking Tylenol and Tramadol every 4 hrs for headache. Work is wanting people in regardless of positive test. Didn't bother to get tested.

– Have found out that I have gastroparesis now from Covid and working on figuring out what's wrong with the rest of my digestive track. Been having a lot of problems and have found out I can't eat the majority of foods. Doctor appts and procedures

Fibrin D dimer increased, Immunization and Costochondritis

2VE-12731-14269

– First week: overall joint pain, body aches, swelling and pain in underarms and neck, chills, fatigue, headache, nauseaSecond week with prednisone: neck pain and swelling with tingling down arms. Constant headache. Sinus infection. I am in agony.

– Neck swelling worsened and caused trouble swallowing and breathing. Some shortness of breath and chest wall pain that began in middle of night.

– Shortness of breath with chest pains. Went to ER 2/8. D Dimer is elevated. Negative cheat CT. Told that I look like a long hauler from previous covid infection. I've never been diagnosed with covid. All of this started since second Covid vaccine.

– My family doctor told me to take Zyrtec everyday which has been helping. When I forget to take the medication my symptoms of neck pain, swelling, and headache return. Having muscle pains and brain fog. Mixing words or speaking gibberish twice.

– Worsened chest pain and sob. Diagnosed with chest wall thickness and costochondritis all from my covid vaccine. Back at ER today with unrelenting chest pain. Zyrtec everyday for neck pain and swelling. No one has called me! It's been 1.5 months! Family doctor, cardiologist, pulmonologist

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