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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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Rheumatoid arthritis, Urticaria and Pruritus

33T-26834-75995

– I have hives all over my chest & upper back & also my arms ;(...

– My hives have continued to spread and the itching is is amazingly itchy ;(

– My hives have not let up. They continue to fester and itch ;(

– Piercing pain in my ankle, joint pain in my knees ... none of which I have ever had before.

– Major joint pain in my left knee that is soooo painful and minor in my right knee. Also my ankles are very sore. Before my second vaccine I had zero issues ;(After my first vaccine I had total upper body hives die 7 weeks ;(

– My knee joints are soooo painful as is my right ankle. Had absolutely none of this pre 2nd vaccine. ;(

– Severe rheumatoid arthritis from Knees to toes that lasted 8 weeks after 2nd vaccine. Physical therapy

Joint stiffness, Chills and Arthralgia

33T-56823-52941

– Just had the chills and did not feel well on Monday 4/5/21 night and Tuesday 4/6/21 Took some ibuprofen and some theraflu drink on Tuesday twice and began to feel better at night and was back to normal on Wednesday. I am fine now as well !

– Yes I had joint pain in my left elbow and pain in my left hand on Saturday and Sunday I took ibuprofen to ease the pain I feel better today

– Just left elbow and left hand this the left arm where I received the shot

– Still left elbow and left hand. Now some stress in my knee joints

– Left elbow and left Hand. Still some joint pain in the knees

– Left elbow and left hand and knee joints

– My left arm where I received the shots as I mentioned previously the elbow joint continues to be sore and is slightly painful when I lift anything thing and stiffens at times Its not hindering me just a nuisance . Thanks

Joint stiffness, Gait disturbance and Musculoskeletal stiffness

33T-70945-95774

– Last few days growing stiffness and sore muscles overall. Got severe cramping in left leg calf muscle. Unable to walk very far at all- just a block or so, and I usually walk a mile or more. Was considering going to Dr. and today a bit better

– Muscle cramps in my left leg. Just starting to subside in the last day or two. Also other muscle aches that are beginning to lessen

– Muscle cramping and joint stiffness

– Extensive Stiff muscles throughout body and muscle spasms

Nervous system disorder, Gastritis and Spinal pain

33T-83593-18149

– Face feels tingly

– Back pain, in hospital with inflammation

– 4 days after the vaccine started having severe pain in spine from tailbone to back of head. Stomach pain. Have seen neurologist, cardiologist Gi doctor. Was diagnosed with gastritis still trying to figure out what the spinal issue is

– Constant neurological issues since week after vaccine - currently under the care of neurologist for weakness and tingling of limbs along with many other issues - hospitalized once and many visits to er. Underwent nerve conduction study last week

Pyrexia, Cough and Fatigue

33U-39177-24990

– For 2 days after vaccination, I had body aches, fatigue fever and headache. I took Tylenol for During 2 days after vaccination. It helped and symptoms are gone. I should add that I was tested Covid-19 positive on February 1 , 2021. I was hospitalized on February 9th and 14th for total of 6 days. I received Remdesivir and Dexamethasone for 5 days. I was discharged from hospital on February 18. On March 5th, 2021 , I had a late Covid-19 attack with high fever and body ache and cough that lasted for over one week. During this time I was just using over the counter medicine.

Oral disorder, Skin irritation and Stomatitis

33U-50801-03998

– Facial and oral numbess and irritation Phone call to nurse

– Facial and oral numbness

– Facial tingling and slight numbness

– Facial numbness and burning, rash, veins on face and capillaries onchest Labs ordered, blood drawn today

– Mild facial numbness

– Was prescribed prednisone for initial symptoms and almost 3 days after completion the facial and oral paresthesia returned with intermittent left arm numbness.

Acute sinusitis, Bronchitis and Vertigo

33V-26914-03299

– I was not able to report the first days due to just signing up. Day 2- fever as high as 103.8, body aches, chills, headache. Day 3- fever as high as 102.3, cough, headache, body aches and fatigue. Day 4- cough, fever as high as 101.9, headaches.

– Continuing my update. 9/11- covid test negative. Diagnosed with bronchitis and given a zpak. 9/12- present. Coughing and congestion but feeling better.

– Congestion, low grade fever, headaches, fatigue

– Acute sinusitis and vertigo

Hypersomnia, Body temperature increased and Somnolence

33V-31589-92462

– injection shoulder area gets sharp pain if I move arm wrong way, so am trying to be careful., also using Assisi Loop tPEMF

– Extreme fatigue, sleeping 10 hours, sore throat, stuffy nose, headache. Family doctor visit following dayg day

– Dizzyyness, sleeping 10 hours, neck pain

– Very tired, runny nose, sneezing, scratchy throat, chills, 99 degree temperature. Eating okay and drinking ample fluids.

– Fatigue, congestion, nasal drainage, Low grade fever off and on, sleeping 9 hours or more off and on.

– Fatigue, sleeping 9 or more hours at night.

Intervertebral disc disorder, Spinal stenosis and Spinal operation

33V-80363-42907

– slight ear buzzing

– After a stroke in 2017. I don't know that it has anything to do with the vaccine. But I wanted to mention it.

– I believe all my current health issues are entirely unrelated to the covid booster shot. Going through a bit of a healing crisis having to do with my post stroke spasticit I'm being cared for in the hospital..

– Impacted vertebral disc

– Spinal stenosis Had nothing to do with Covid.

– Spinal Stenosis surgery I'm May 2022

Rash pruritic, Injection site rash and Pruritus

33W-25614-11266

– Just spacy - kind of out of it

– At night is when i feel side effects:itchy arm and slight headache

– I got a really itchy rash by injection site - lasted a fee days better now - i got shot on top of tattoo? Dont know if thats why

– Yeah i am really weepy - maybe its knowing the worst of this pandemic is over for me means i can just let go of keeping it together

– Just tired - might be incessant gray in (b)(6)

Contusion, Swelling and Injection site bruising

33W-81885-10128

– Swelling is very minimal with no discomfort

– Slight bruising around the injection site

– Bruising around the injection site

– Still a little bruised but otherwise fine

– Still a little bruising around the injection site but no pain or swelling

– Still looks bruised by the injection site but no pain or discomfort. Looks like it's slowly fading

– Yesterday's fever peaked at 101.5 in the evening after I submitted the checkup. Fever broke some time before 11am today

Asthenia, COVID-19 and Oropharyngeal pain

33W-84209-94300

– Weakness

– I have a left thigh pain. It might be a pulled muscle but I did not feel any problem during my exercise routine.

– Foggy Brain. I am forgetful of things I did not used to forget. I also want to say something, I know the idea but I can not say it well. When I am talking it is hard to remember the word I want to say.

– None

– I fid get Covid again at the beginning of February with severe sore throat, body aches and no energy.

Heavy menstrual bleeding, Menstruation irregular and Sneezing

33X-11274-68609

– I was exhausted this weekend, but that is most likely tied in to my period, which started Friday/Saturday. I was more tired than usual for my period, but it still is probably unrelated to the covid shot.

– Nearly daily headaches.

– My period has had a super heavy flow, much more than usual

– My period is lasting much longer than usual

– My period has been about twice as long and three times as heavy as normal

– I got a cold (it wasn't covid, I checked). But sneezing, coughing, low fever, ect for about a week. I think I'm just not used to being sick anymore since it's been about two years since I've actually had a cold.

– My most recent period was over a week late. Not sure if that is related, but I also had a much much heavier period right after getting the vaccine booster.

Impaired work ability, Sneezing and Chills

33X-20089-38588

– Today I'm relatively OK. Past 2 days: 101.8°F fever, body aches, headache behind my eyes, chills with 95°F body temp, fasting glucose 124 mg/dl

– Coughing, sneezing, some headache for a few days. Could be a cold or seasonal allergies.

– Possibly a bad cold: sneezing, coughing, runny nose. Took a sick day on Sunday. Went to work the last 3 days, using Dayquil, cough medicine and menthol drops. Likely not connected to my covid vaccination.

– I've been coughing and sneezing for the past 2 weeks, though I'm guessing it's just a nasty cold, unrelated to my covid vax. Just mentioning it on the off chance that you see a lot of the same out there. Negative covid home test. No fever: not flu.

Body temperature increased, Myalgia and Respiratory tract congestion

33X-21289-80657

– Though my symptoms improved during the day

– Just fatigue and slight headache COVID test due to recent exposure

– Fatigue, headache, slight congestion (only one day) some muscle aches (one day) but better now. I have had 2 negative PCR tests. I had possibly been exposed to COVID from family member who has recovered and past isolation period.

– Body achesFatigue HeadacheSlight congestionAll occurred on one day and resolved the day after

– Fever, slight aches and slight sore throat I was tested for (PCR) COVID and result was Not detected, and symptoms resolved in a few days

– Just some aches/headaches and an elevated temp (not considered a fever). Not concerned

Vein disorder, Weight increased and Breast pain

33X-21988-83113

– Little dizziness with walking,blood pressure elevated, tiredness, vision blurry, soreness

– Place ice pack on injected site, itchy legs, back, arms, chest, stomach, blood pressure elevated

– Headaches in backif head, persistant itching on side of knees, legs, back, arms, chest,swollen arms

– Other arm feels sore and strenous to move, headaches, itching and rash near neck caps, heacha headaches

– Joints all over painful and itchy, throat sore

– Abdominal pain, headaches, diarrhea, swelling, itching, high blood pressure, radiating pain inbreast & arms

– Vision blurry, abdominal cramping and rumbling, sore arm and radiating hands and feet, and high blood pressure elevated

– Radiating pain in upper amd and lower extremities, very lethargic

– Pain in hands, arms, and foot's

– Swelling in knees, and shoulders

– Breast radiate and feets, arms, hands, headaches

– Radiating pain sideof back, legs, ankles, and head! Gaining weight and blur vision

– Tingly and radiating pain in brreasts, arms, hands, legs, foots, and backaches

– Pain in foot, breasts, arms, and head

– Vein issues in legs and feets.

Deafness transitory, Disturbance in attention and Wheezing

33X-28339-13343

– Armpit pain radiating down arm, tingling in hand, weakness, dizziness, fast heart rate, can't focus

– Armpit pain, swollen lymph nodes in armpit, above collarbone, in neck and back, dizziness, fast heart rate, wheezy, cough, hives, migraine, eye pain, weakness, tingling in hand, muscle spasms, back pain moving down leg, no appetite

– Swollen lymph nodes back of head, neck, behind ear, above collarbone, armpit, back, groin. Hives, eye pain, fast heart rate, dizzy, lightheaded, feel like going to pass out when stand up. Armpit pain and swellinf

– Dizziness, lightheadedness, swollen supraclavicular, axillary cervical lymph nodes. Cough. Sore throat. Eye pain. Tingling in extremities

– Swollen lymph nodes in groin, armpit, arm, several in neck, above collarbone, behind ear, back of head. Dizziness, headaches, lightheadedness, fast heart rate, cough, tingling and numbness in feet, weakness, spasms in chest, transient ringing/deafnes

– Swollen lymph nodes

Upper respiratory tract congestion, Respiratory disorder and Chills

33X-94251-98987

– Maybe a weak appetite, but did eat some.

– MYbe mild fatigue, but that could be due to s short sleep cycle.

– I would adjust my previous symptoms upward slightly (yesterday's vsafe check in) to imclude mild occasional chills and more general fatigue - still in the mild to not quite moderate range. However those symptoms are gone today.

– I have some sort of respiratory crud that has been going around, my partner has had it for over a week and I have had chest congestion and coughing for about 5 days. A rapid nasal test was neg for covid and I don't believe this is related.

Induration, Injection site induration and Contusion

33Y-20364-34520

– I started having seasonal allergy symptoms 8 days before my 2nd dose. Had slight head congestion and very mild headache PRIOR to getting shot. Headache did not get worse after shot, so did not report as a symptom due to vaccine. Swelling at injection site is more like a muscle knot.

– Headache is sinus congestion from seasonal allergies. Swelling/hardness has significantly reduced and pain is more like mild bruise when touched

– Swelling and pain at injection site very minimal. Tiredness most likely stress related from work and poor diet choices today (sugar)

– Tiredness probably from a mentally draining work week and a 5 mile walk yesterday.

Sinus headache, Mobility decreased and Sneezing

33Y-26483-19355

– Between yesterdays check-in and todays, my headache and pain was worse. Not completely debilitating, but I wanted to lie on the couch and read w/o normal activity. I took 2 Extra-Strength Tylenol which helped. Today, Im better.

– No

– Sniffles and sinus headache; allergies, I believe.

– Morning congestion and sinus headache

– No. Yesterday's congestion is better and the headache is gone.

– A head cold with congestion, sneezing and coughing, but NO fever. Tested twice for Covid-19, both times negative.

Tooth restoration, Orthopnea and Thermal burns of eye

33Z-11480-84466

– 1. Stye on left eye. RX antubiotic drops and pills. Stye is gone now.2. Pain and swelling in lower right hip. Hurts to walk or climb stairs. Doctor appointment for this coming Thursday. 1. Optometrist visit & RX. 2. Upcomind doctir appt in office

– Left eye swollen, excessive itching, tearing, eyeball and eyelid red after returning from dental filling on left side front upper tooth. I rubbed itchy left eye with arm--no hands. At home rinsed with saline. After 4 hr nap--eye was back to normal.

– Allergies worse. Eyes burning, itching, tearing--nose running. Wheezing, hard to breathe laying flat.

– Eyes burning, tearing. Itching, nose running, sneezing, trouble breathing at night--while on meds. Remedy-- wear jacket, scarf, sunglasses, mask outside. Once inside take all off and wash hands. Wash items b4 re-wearing. Now i am better!!

– Rash on stomach. Itching, apreada to navel. Gets better when i rub Melelakeuca on it. Sometimea comes back strong.

Anemia, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Disturbance in attention

33Z-62772-59574

– Itching under my chin

– I have had some strong allergy symptoms today--but it could be pollen

– Just felt exhausted and had zero concentration over the weekend and periodically. No other reason I could think of. I rested and did low effort activities. Not serious but it did affect my activities. I feel better today.

– I'd say the joint pain is moderate because I can move but my whole body is involved -- VERY uncomfortable. I'm not taking anything though because I read it may diminish the immune response. I'd call it Severe Minus a point or two but IF I took tylonal, it would be moderate.

– My heart pounds sometimes and this tires me. but my resting HR is fine. Feels like a strong beat. Not sure if that could be food or allergy to food...

– I developed unexplained anemia after dose 2

– Reminder I developed unexplained anemia after dose 2

– Again, I developed unexplained Anemia after dose 2 so the fatigue could be that too.

Feces soft, Pollakiuria and Flatulence

342-15514-62489

– I have forgotten to mention that since I got the vaccine I have been urinating way more frequently

– Extra gassy, some stomach ache, either constipated or overly soft stools over the last 24 hours

– Swollen and tender left armpit, probably lymphnode

– Still very swollen lymph node in left armpit, very uncomfortable

– My left armpit is still incredibly swollen and tender and painful

– Swollen lymphnode in left armpit is still present but less bothersome today

– Congestion, runny nose, fever, body aches

Hypoesthesia, Migraine and Paresthesia

342-15835-45118

– Headache (migraine)

– Headaches, nasal congestion, body aches, sore throat, diarrhea, and tiredness.No fever

– Lightheaded, occasional

– During last few mornings when awakening, arms and hands feeling numb and tingling. Also still experiencing some lightheaded episodes.

– Still experiencing fatigue and some body achesStill experiencing some tingling and numbness in the arms and hands upon awakening in the morning

– Upon awakening, mild tingling and numbness of hands and arms.

Patient isolation, Cystitis and Paranasal sinus hypersecretion

342-18483-46734

– On evening of 7th day, experienced small rash patch with slight itchiness below injection sight. Remained for couple of days and faded away. No other problems or symptoms.

– Injection arm ached a little last night, but OK today.

– After experiencing couple of night sweats, sinus drippage beginning 1/6 or 7/2022, was tested 1/11/2022 with positive results. Isolated for 5 days, masked for 5 days. No further symptoms.

Injection site nodule, Injection site induration and Injection site discomfort

342-19957-73920

– Can only feel something if I bump the injection site

– Was fatigued last evening but fine by this morning

– Fatigue (slept for 15 hours and then found it hard to even sit up), chills, headache

– Cold that lasted 3 weeks

– Last night noticed some hardness around injection site

– Not new. Since last booster experience not pain but a firm pressure like a small square block at the injection site. This occurs off and on and lasts for a few days.

Wheezing, Dyspepsia and Feeling hot

343-18044-63206

– For about 1 hour after vaccine, had a scratchy throat and some coughing because of a slight wheezy feeling in throat.

– On the day after my shot I had some muscle aches in arms and shoulders and neck.

– I forgot to do my check in yesterday, but about 12 hours after vaccination I started getting chills, fatigue, muscle/body aches, mild nausea, some indigestion, and slight fever. Over the next 12 hours all of these symptoms worsened, except nausea, which stayed mild. Also felt very awake and very hot the first night and couldnt sleep.

Injection site swelling, Edema peripheral and Injection site pruritus

343-18938-56592

– I have a swelling at the injection site, its tolerable, but constant itching causing me to feel miserable

– I had a swelling on my arm at the vaccination site, everything went well and It appeared the swelling and pain went away in 3 days, but all of a sudden the itching and pain return

– Had pain under arm, first time ever, was a bit worried but its gone now

– The vaccination site seems to be painy deep down, and at other times I dont feel any pain. Its like on and off

– Every now and then I have slight pain at the vaccination area

Stress, Neuralgia and Sinus disorder

343-89365-33641

– Fatigue and some body aches, but I also have MS and the weather conditions has been really hot, humid, and bad for MS patients.

– My nerve pain feels like it was activated and became intense. I was a little achy and tired, but I have MS, suffered 2 strokes 5 years ago and am going through some stress in life.

– Headache, cough, chest congestion, achy, and tired. I have the flu

– Sore throat, chest congestion, and tired

– Cough, sore throat, fatigue

Musculoskeletal discomfort, Injection site bruising and Neck pain

344-23985-29798

– Pinched back

– soreness at injection site,back&neck pain

– Backache and shoulder pain

– No

– Soreness at the injection site.

– Sore a injection site, slight bruise

– Neck pain

– Well I have had my neck pain feel worse. My back is still aching but not unbearable. My congestion in my nose has increased. Fatigue is still bothersome.

– Neck pain, sharp pain in limbs and back.

– Neck pain and back pain.

– My allergies like Hay fever, running nose, sneezing

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