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.
Hepatic failure, Blood bilirubin increased and Jaundice
3.18.2021 – Jaundice and hepatitis, severe itching, bruising.
3.25.2021 – Jaundice, severe itching, cant eat, bruising and rash
4.1.2021 – Bilirubin has increased, lost more weight, had a biopsy and looks like covid vaccine has caused my liver condition.
4.8.2021 – Jaundice, rash, extremely high liver enzyme #'s, itching, bruising
6.5.2021 – Liver failure, rash, jaundice, extreme fatigue, looked and felt extremely ill
3.4.2022 – Shingles, lethargic, severe weight gain, overall I'll feeling Dr office
Sciatica, Gastrointestinal disorder and Somnolence
2.24.2021 – Starting 10days ago, I have sciatica. Bad. Soon after the 1st does I started having digestive issues lasting for a week. Sleeping 10 to 11 hours nightly. I am thinking I had a mild case of Covid in January. 3-4 days I had a headache, body aches,
2.26.2021 – On Feb 15, I have been dealing with sciatica. Just decided to go to a chiropractor.
3.11.2021 – Sciatica Chiropractor. I may go to an orthopedic . 3 weeks 3 days too much
Pain in extremity, Fatigue and Headache
3.18.2021 – Sore arm
3.21.2021 – Slight headache but I dont think it is due to vaccine
3.22.2021 – Allergies
3.23.2021 – Headache but not related to vaccine
4.11.2021 – I have headache but can't say if it's because of vaccine I am prone to headaches
4.13.2021 – Not related to vaccine
9.14.2021 – Headache but I can't say ithe vaccine is the cause
9.17.2021 – Tired but I can't say it's related to booster
9.19.2021 – Headache but cant say its related to the vaccine.
5.29.2022 – I am on blood thinners- lovenox 50 mg twice daily injections- no issues
Injection site discoloration, Sinus headache and Ear discomfort
11.22.2021 – Extreme itching and moderate, intermittent chest pains. Note these two symptoms began after Moderna Dose 2
11.24.2021 – Took Tylenol Sinus today and finally got relief from the headache, congestion and body aches Both of these symptoms started after Moderna dose 2. 1. Random chest pain/tightness (occurred daily almost 2 or 3 times and has tapered off to maybe a few
11.26.2021 – Headache was severe. Continue to have random, super itchy skin!
11.28.2021 – Random itchy skin and minor chest pain/tightness
12.4.2021 – Headache , major one day. Also, my ears have been ringing. Not sure when it started.
12.13.2021 – Ears ringing! Itchy skin continues!! Random chest pain/tightness continues. Sinus headaches.
12.18.2021 – Loss of pigmentation at injection site. Random chest pain/tightness continues. Really random severely itchy skin with no visible rash continues.
12.26.2021 – Random fiercely itcy skin with no visible rash. Rash/hives appear only when I scratch. Itchiness is unbearable when it occurs. It stops suddenly then hives go away. (Started after Moderna Dose 2 and continues) Random chest pain/tightness continues.
1.4.2022 – 1. Ears feel clogged and like there's water 2. Ears constantly ringing 3. Loss of pigmentation at injection site 4. Sudden random itchy skin with no visible rash. 5. Random chest pain/tightness 6. Random headaches
5.19.2022 – Sore arms and body aches for the first 24-48 hours
5.27.2022 – Ears ringing!!!!! Still have random itchy skin
Breast cyst, Abnormal menstrual clots and Hepatic enzyme increased
3.6.2021 – runny nose
3.8.2021 – Sore throat runny nose
3.9.2021 – Sore throat
4.4.2021 – Mild cough, stuffy nose
4.5.2021 – Mild cough/head cold type symptoms
4.6.2021 – Lump in neck lymph nodes on shot side
4.7.2021 – Lump on lymph node in neck on shot side
4.8.2021 – Heavy, clotty, early menstrual period
4.9.2021 – Very heavy period with clotting
4.10.2021 – Hearing loss and ringing in left ear all day
5.10.2021 – Very painful menstrual cramps. Unusual for me.
4.3.2022 – High liver enzymes on blood work. This is atypical for me. Also, breast cysts are new.
Lymph node pain and Lymphadenopathy
4.10.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in armpit and collarbone on same side as vaccine injection
4.11.2021 – Lymph node swelling under arm and near collarbone on side of vaccine injection
4.12.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under my arm and collarbone on side of vaccine injection
4.13.2021 – Swollen lymph node under collarbone on the side of vaccine injection
4.14.2021 – Swollen lymph node under collarbone on side of vaccine injection
5.1.2021 – Swollen lymph node near collarbone on injection side
11.26.2021 – Swollen and tender lymph node near collarbone on side of injection
Dysmenorrhea, Night sweats and Dizziness
1.28.2021 – Dizziness
3.10.2021 – Not sure if its anything, but I forgot to mention it before. My last period was 2 weeks post my 2nd vaccine and it was the worst period Ive had in years. Terrible cramps for 2 days; night sweats for 3 nights. Just wanted to mention it just in c
9.27.2022 – With each COVID vaccine/booster, I have always had terrible cramps when starting my period. Typically, it's just the one day, but it's happened four times now.
Initial insomnia, Cardiac disorder and Confusional state
3.7.2021 – Had trouble sleeping the night of my shot.
3.8.2021 – Dizzy on and off
3.9.2021 – Still having trouble sleeping
3.10.2021 – Cant sleeo due to body ache
3.11.2021 – Cant sleep
3.12.2021 – Still not sleeping good from joint and body ache....
3.28.2021 – Cant sleep, body aches keeping me away and stiff
3.29.2021 – Cant sleep due to pain
4.4.2021 – Dont know whats in this stuff but damn joints hurt so bad i cant sleep even with taking painkillers
4.17.2021 – I am constantly dizzy and have confusion most od the day since my second dose.
4.28.2021 – Dont know wtf if in that vaccine but i havent gelt good since i got it. Wish i never got it now, still have muscle and body aches from it ans cant sleep good at ll anymore.
6.26.2021 – Heart issues, have been to emrgency room for heart problems. Have had stress tests and exams and they say cant find any cause. Started about 5 days after second dose of vacinne shot.
9.25.2021 – Heart issues
3.27.2022 – Heart issues, random racing heart
Gingival disorder, Gingival discomfort and Pallor
3.9.2021 – I have some intermittent chills and stomach is mildly upset. The joint aching that I had for over a week is now gone.
3.20.2021 – About 5 hours after I had the second vaccination, I started getting static electric zaps when I used light switches or other appliances. It continued for 2 while days. Is there any reason to think this is connected to the vaccination?
10.20.2021 – Feel like my body is having an overall inflammatory response to the vaccine. Gums are irritated, stomach mildly upset, joint and body aches. Still feel fatigued, tho less so than a few days ago. Tingling in my hands, like I had for a few months af
10.21.2021 – This may seem ridiculous, but I think I look quite pale. I definitely feel better today because I was able to finish a long walk without getting too tired.
10.28.2021 – Tingling sensations in my hands and feet have returned. Continue to have more stomach upset than usual.
11.4.2021 – Neuropathy in hands and feet: continued chills: continued joint pain
1.15.2022 – My gums continue to be soft or swollen this is the only symptom that persists after the third shot. Dental visit
5.16.2022 – Mild tingling in hands from the neuropathy
6.25.2022 – Has nothing to do with COVID?significant chest and nasal congestion from what is probably an upper respiratory viral infection.
10.24.2022 – Peripheral neuropathy triggered
10.25.2022 – Peripheral neuropathy uncomfortable today
10.26.2022 – Flare of neuropathy and rosacea on face
10.27.2022 – Neuropathy. Rash on faced that doctored called " rosacea"
10.28.2022 – Neuropathy flare
11.11.2022 – Bad sore throat, chest and nasal congestion. Nothing to do with the COVID vaccine
Pulmonary embolism, Ear pain and Lymph node pain
4.4.2021 – Swollen and painful lymph nodes in the armpit of the arm I got the vaccine in
4.5.2021 – Lymph node under arm where I got the injection is still super swollen and I cant relate my arm at my side comfortably
4.6.2021 – My knees are still achy. Crouching is an issue.
4.18.2021 – Headache. Mild chest pain but also having an intensely stressful week at work. Could be that.
5.15.2021 – Ear ache. Maybe unrelated.
10.1.2021 – I had what I believe to be Covid about 3 weeks ago. Tested negative but so many of the symptoms were there. Still have lingering fatigue ranging from minor to severe and some breathlessness.
4.4.2022 – I was diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism 4 weeks ago
Throat tightness, Discharge and Hypersomnia
1.19.2021 – Had to have a Benadryl shot 5 mins after receiving shot due to throat tightness
1.20.2021 – My eye sight was blurry after I ate breakfast this morning. It was only my left eye and it was sparkly black and white.
1.19.2022 – Headache, chest pain (feels like bronchitis when being active), diarrhea, congestion, sore ears/throat from drainage, very low energy, extreme tiredness (sleeping at least 12+ hours daily and still feeling tired)
Rheumatoid arthritis, Joint swelling and Flushing
4.25.2021 – Arm pain at night
4.27.2021 – Insomnia
5.14.2021 – A week ago my injection arm hurt for a day... and my left-hand, middle-finger, big knuckle has been swollen since then.
5.21.2021 – Into my third week of swollen middle knuckle on injection arm from first vaccine. I hope this second dose doesnt cause more swollen knuckles.
5.22.2021 – Knuckle of middle finger on injection arm/hand is very swollen. Much worse since second vaccine.
5.23.2021 – Middle knuckle on middle finger of injection arm is less swollen than yesterday
5.24.2021 – Knuckle is less swollen
5.25.2021 – Knuckle almost back to normal
5.28.2021 – Knuckle still slightly swollen
6.11.2021 – Knuckle still swollen - I read about how vaccine can mimic proteins that cause rheumatoid arthritis flare ups.... concerned the vaccine caused condition
6.18.2021 – My knuckle is still swollen since the first Moderna injection... Im concerned about molecular mimicry of the vaccine and the proteins that cause (rheumatoid arthritis?) flare up. Please research this link and contact me if my symptoms are relevant
6.25.2021 – Middle knuckle on middle finger still swollen. I made appt with rheumatologist bcs the link btwn covid vaccine mimicking protein causing flare up
7.2.2021 – Getting lab work for this swollen knuckle surprised nobody has reached out to me to discuss this potential side effect of vaccine. Hopefully the lab work will determine course of treatment.
8.20.2021 – My knuckle is still swollen. The doctor could t figure out what was wrong.
1.12.2022 – Flushed cheeks
4.12.2022 – Terrible migraine for 6 hours last night
Lichen planus, Glossodynia and Poor quality sleep
3.31.2021 – I was only tired until about 10:30 am, then started feeling like my regular self. Basically, 48 hours after I had my vaccination.
4.20.2021 – Jaw pain, stuffy nose
4.21.2021 – Jaw pain; stuffy nose, back of tongue down into my neck is sore
4.22.2021 – No.
4.23.2021 – Feeling very hot since Thurs 4-22-2021, 8 am. Slept poorly, very hot and sweaty. Today at 3:45 pm, Im starting to cool down. Ive had no fever during this time frame, just very hot.
10.23.2021 – Flare-up of oral lichen planus
10.26.2021 – Stuffy nose
Eczema and Rash
1.22.2021 – Not sure if related to the vaccine or maybe because of the cold weather...
1.28.2021 – Skin rushes, maybe eczema on my left leg.
2.6.2021 – There are number of red spots or rushes showing from my both legs from foot ankles upwards on both legs.
2.7.2021 – Rash develops on both legs, not sure if this has something to do with the vaccine. I not a professional to know sad to say...
2.8.2021 – The rashes are increasingly in numbers. I am not sure if I need to see a dermatologist or another medical doctor.
2.9.2021 – Rashes still present, I wonder if the vaccine cause it.
2.10.2021 – For today, I dont see some new rashes except the old rashes I had before...
2.11.2021 – I might see a Dermatologist to check my rashes in given an opportunity.
Eye inflammation, Eye disorder and Dry eye
2.20.2021 – Mild runny nose
2.21.2021 – Runny nose better .
4.1.2021 – Foggy, when I leave the house have to check and double check do I have keys , phone etc. not saying its from vaccination, but its something new. Unsure of just about everything I do.
4.15.2021 – Yesterday, chills, temp 101.4, vomiting. I went to bed fully clothed and turned on electric blanket. At 9 this morning temp was 99.9 . Now its 98.1 ate nothing yesterday. Just Ginger Ale. Today I ate the broth from chicken noodle soup. I sent a message thru My Chart asking if she thought I should get a Covid test. Havent heard anything yet.
3.11.2022 – Tired all the time. Runny nose for about 3 months. Cough just a few times a day.
5.23.2022 – Eye problems. Severe burning & watering. Diagnosed as severe dryness and inflammation . Using steroid eye drops and and seems tone helping a lot . My eye doctor
Tongue biting, Cholelithotomy and Gallbladder operation
4.3.2021 – I bit my tongue last night, very badly, like when I've had epileptic seizures, totally unconcious. gran
4.8.2021 – I do not know if my symptoms were related to coughing hard, which happens alot with me due to particles in the air, or to the Covid vax #1. This is the first time I've had vomit come up, in years, to clarify. Could be unrelated. I don't know. g
10.2.2021 – Gall bladder surgery 3 days ago. Gall stones surgery in a tube 6 days ago. Gall bladder surgery.
Breast swelling, Breast tenderness and Hot flush
4.14.2021 – Seem to become tired easily
4.21.2021 – Hot Flashes/sweating,
4.23.2021 – Vertigo
7.16.2021 – Ive noticed an increase in night/day time sweats since I received the 2nd vaccination dose. It is now starting to subside some, but was really bad for the last few months. Other than that as being unusual, nothing else has been noticed. Thank you!
12.5.2021 – Swelling and discomfort under left arm
12.6.2021 – Swelling in left armpit
12.7.2021 – Swelling of lymph nodes in left lower armpit
12.8.2021 – Swelling in the left axilla and nodes in the left side of breast
12.9.2021 – Some swelling below axillary area and tenderness in left side breast area
12.10.2021 – Slight swelling in around axillary area and breast - both in left side
12.31.2021 – Fever, Severe Headache, Chills, Body Aches, Nausea, Constant Runny Nose, Congestion, Lost Sense of Taste and Loss of Smell, High Blood Pressure (172/117) Unable to get tested until Monday Jan.3/22
Mitochondrial enzyme deficiency, Poisoning and Osteoporosis
4.19.2021 – A little fever
5.3.2021 – Headaches, fever, fatigue Neurologists appoint on person
5.17.2021 – Fever, fatigue, tired
10.30.2021 – Nose allergy
11.6.2021 – Mitochondrial enzymatic disorder. Not related because since 2016 had have sintoms but not until recently i had a gene test and a pathalogical gene of it.
11.17.2021 – Falls due to mitocondrial enzymatic symdrome Due to the falls
11.27.2021 – Got intoxicaded with a mild deterger and I unable to breath. Had to go to a hospital in an ambualance. I also falled today. And sleped most of the day the 25, 26. Very weak a cople of days includin today.
10.7.2022 – Osteosporosisn, genetic mitochondrial disorder
10.7.2022 – The next day of the booster i had pain in the muscle where they put the booster
10.9.2022 – Muscle weaknes. Easily falling and walking weird
10.13.2022 – Felt down yesterday
Dry skin, Breast pain and Thirst
3.1.2021 – Increased thirst
3.2.2021 – Increased thirst and feels like my breast and under arm lymph nodes may be inflamed
3.3.2021 – Constipation for several days along with the prior reported thirst
3.21.2021 – Thirst
3.22.2021 – Increased thirst after both doses with skin dryness and constipation
3.23.2021 – Thirst and dry skin
3.24.2021 – Swollen lymph modes
3.25.2021 – Lymph node (armpit) discomfort
3.26.2021 – Swollen and sor lymph nodes in breast and under arm
3.27.2021 – Mild lymph node swelling and pain under arms and in breasts
11.20.2021 – Nasal congestion, swollen lymph nodes, shortness of breath
11.21.2021 – Nasal congestion, sneezing and burning.
11.22.2021 – Sneezing and sinus congestion; swollen lymph nodes and painful lymph nodes;
11.23.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes
12.9.2021 – Continued headaches and fatigue and lymph node pain and swelling
Eye swelling, Lacrimation increased and Vision blurred
5.18.2021 – I had allergy like symptoms including swelling and water eyes. I took benadryl and it seemed to help
5.24.2021 – I am congested and have cold like symptoms
5.29.2021 – I had a very bad cold with no smell and pressure. The nurse had me take a Covid test but it is negative. Thank goodness
7.31.2021 – Blurred vision and swollen feet
5.1.2022 – I seem to catch colds more often. But have them for a shorter duration of time. As I write this I have a really sore throat and congestion. I have a 3yr old and 7 month old grand daughter that I care for (I am guardian) and we are fighting colds alot
Respiratory tract irritation, Ear congestion and Respiratory symptom
4.25.2021 – Nosebleedprobably unrelated, but mentioning it just in case
7.19.2021 – Some lung irritation, allergy symptoms (congestion, runny nose), hoarseness, fatigue, some constipation. Lung symptoms possibly related to yard work or presence of environmental dust. NO shortness of breath or fever. Doctors visit scheduled but has not yet occurred.
4.25.2022 – Migraine
9.17.2022 – It is one week after vaccination. All symptoms were worse up to 4 days after vaccination (headache, muscle/joint pain, nausea, fatigue, congestion). Now starting to feel better.
10.2.2022 – Sinus and ear congestion, fatigue, weakness, runny nose.
10.15.2022 – Migraine and neck/shoulder pain.
Dyspnea exertional, Influenza like illness and Dyspnea
1.23.2021 – I got my first vaccine on 3rd Jan. Had sore arm, high fever for next 2 days (104, took tylenol), fatigue, chills. From 3rd day I was fine.
1.26.2021 – I had slight temp on 1/25 night and bit fatigue. Temp went away in 2-3 hrs. Did not need to take Tylenol.
1.24.2022 – Had Covid (omicron) on 1/3/21(2 days had flue like symptoms and temp). Now I have cough sometimes and also allergic like symptoms and sob at night. Also sob if I do any strenuous activity or stairs.
Dyspnea at rest, Respiratory rate decreased and Heart rate decreased
9.25.2021 – Breathing difficulties, frequently gasping for air especially at night time, cannot sleep. Have seen physician and cardiologist to check for very slow heartbeat (average 42 & lowest 77) and low breathing (average 92 & lowest 38) when sleeping Physical visits to physicians, sleep study
10.3.2021 – I had a severe headache, chills and nausea the first day only
12.28.2021 – Shortness of breath, difficulty sleeping and breathing when laying down, lightheaded, headaches
Poor feeding infant, Skin sensitization and Breast feeding
1.12.2021 – I'm breastfeeding my newborn baby and she broke out into a rash. I don't know if it is related but she has red bumps on her neck, torso, and legs that her doctor said was from her immune system fighting off a virus.
1.19.2021 – I am a breastfeeding mother to a newborn baby
1.21.2021 – Dizziness, skin sensitivity, rash on baby who Im breastfeeding, extra fussy baby, swollen lymph nodes on baby
1.22.2021 – I am breastfeeding my newborn baby who now has a rash and swollen lymph nodes. She had a low grade fever of 99.4 along with extra fussiness after I received the shot.
1.23.2021 – My newborn baby still has a rash after I received the shot. Her temp was 99 last night
1.24.2021 – Again, full body rash on my baby that Im breastfeeding. Why isnt anyone calling me? Dont you want this data about breastfeeding mothers and their newborns??
1.25.2021 – My baby still has a rash but it seems to be improving a little
1.26.2021 – Rash is still on my baby that I breastfeed. However, it seems to be improving.
4.20.2021 – Sore throat, bone aches, cough
Abdominal pain upper, Dyspnea and Nausea
4.1.2021 – Mild soreness in shoulder/deltoid area
4.2.2021 – Moderate soreness in shoulder/deltoid area near injection site
4.3.2021 – Mild soreness in shoulder/deltoid area at injection site.
4.4.2021 – Very minimal soreness in shoulder/deltoid area at injection site
4.5.2021 – No soreness anymore
4.15.2021 – Body aches, light headed, shortness of breath, nausea, head ache, stomach ache
4.29.2021 – Mild soreness at injection site
5.1.2021 – Mild soreness at injection site deltoid
5.2.2021 – Very mild soreness in arm at injection site
10.28.2021 – I had a sore throat, mild cough and congestion briefly.
5.1.2022 – Cough
Tonsillolith, Breast swelling and Breast tenderness
4.12.2021 – Injection site has had a burning sensation since the day after vaccination. The burning has lessened over time
4.13.2021 – I have had a bruise at the injection site since the day of vaccination
5.8.2021 – I have also felt like my heart rate has been elevated and I get short of breath easily.
5.9.2021 – Sore throat, swollen lymph node in left armpit (left arm injection site)
5.10.2021 – Lymph nodes on left side (injection side) armpit/collarbone/breast still very tender and swollen
5.11.2021 – Lymph node tenderness improving
1.8.2022 – Very swollen and tender lymph nodes on left (injection side) - armpit, collar bone
1.10.2022 – Lymph nodes in left (injection side) armpit still sore
1.11.2022 – Lymph nodes on injection side still tender
1.21.2022 – Sore throat with white spot on tonsil
Immunization, Stomatitis and Throat irritation
5.5.2021 – I forgot to mention previously that I had an ache in the crook of my right arm (I got the shot in my left arm) and my knee has been hurting. I'm sure I know why my knee is hurting but the pain in the arm was new.
5.12.2021 – I started out feeling so so & got worse as the day progressed.
6.8.2021 – My left arm and left side of my neck were hurting me for a couple of days. I received the vaccination in my left arm.
6.15.2021 – Very slight sore throat now and then but it may be due to Lymphadenitis.
6.22.2021 – Headache, slight sore throat, mouth sores, slight cough
8.12.2021 – A little cough, a few sneezes, a slight tickle in my throat, achy neck
6.27.2022 – Slightly sore/scratchy throat.
Arthritis infective, Visual field defect and Vitreous floaters
3.7.2021 – Light headiness , arm a little sorer today
3.8.2021 – A little light headed
3.10.2021 – Very light headed
3.11.2021 – Light headef & sore right arm
3.12.2021 – Light headed
4.9.2021 – Anytime I sneeze I get a mild sharp pain lower back left side facing you
7.5.2021 – Vision , losing some peripheral vision & seeing floaters
10.1.2021 – Dizziness , feel like Equilibrium is off
10.26.2021 – Hand & knee tingling
10.27.2021 – Right knee seems more sore then usual
10.28.2021 – Left shoulder now sore with right arm
10.31.2021 – Calf keeps cramping , knee extremely painful
11.9.2021 – Sore throat, conjested , infection of knee Knee seemed infected
Somnolence, Throat irritation and Cough
4.22.2021 – None
4.24.2021 – Had a hard time waking up this morning. Feel better now but my head still feels groggy.
4.25.2021 – Was still tired this morning but the tiredness faded over the afternoon. I feel fine now.
12.7.2022 – Pounding headache, burning throat, significant coughing lasted a couple of days. Fatigue lasted 4-5 days. Tested positive for Covid on day the headache, burning throat and coughing started Only Dr visit was to get a Covid test
Chromaturia, Laryngitis and Rash pruritic
3.1.2021 – Orange to reddish urine. ???? Never had this before.
3.2.2021 – Itching on arms, legs, abdomen but no rash. Moderate.
3.3.2021 – Hives and severe itching. Had to go to dr and get prednisone because it was unbearable
3.4.2021 – Had to see dr to get prednisone for severe itching, hives and rash. Today was better thanks due to the prednisone.
3.5.2021 – Itching
3.6.2021 – Rash is still a little itchy
11.8.2021 – Sore throat, laryngitis for 2 days, cough for 5 days.
9.27.2022 – Had COVID the end of August. Had just got 2nd booster at the beginning of August.
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