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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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Hypoesthesia and Paresthesia

363-27276-00982

– In all fairness my symptoms could also be allergy or fibromyalgia related

– Some numbness in left heel. Im getting in to see doctor next week.

– Left leg, heel numbness. Have drs appointment scheduled

– Had pins/needles tingling in heel since May 3, then persistent numbness. Saw doctor this week and she says it may be related to corona vaccine. Had X-rays, now a specialist appointment scheduled, likely mri. My primary care PA visit

Neurological symptom, Migraine and Nausea

363-41804-39942

– Headache with associated mild nausea (no emesis).

– Headache

– Joint pain is isolated to the ipsilateral anterior glenohumeral joint

– I had a migraine today. But I get migraines. It responded appropriately to treatment.

– I have epilepsy. Within the last couple of days, I experienced concerning sx suspicious for my prodrome vs partial complex seizures. No generalized sz however. I have a call into my neurologist and am awaiting a callback.

Middle insomnia, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Musculoskeletal discomfort

364-10558-77286

– Cough, stuffy nose/head

– Since the first shot, Ive had pain in the shoulder of the arm where I received the shot. The pain did increase since the second shot. At first I didnt associate it with the shot but was trying to figure out how I could have possibly torn a rotator cuff but after the second shot, it increased pretty significantly. Not debilitating but it is affecting my sleep and some simple ADLs, for example putting on a coat or sweater, reaching for the seatbelt, etc.

– The arm where I received the shot still hurts. Its not a deep muscle ache like I worked it too hard. its not in my shoulder as I originally thought. It kind of radiates, when I make certain movements, from where the shots were given to my shoul

– Not new but the arm where I received the shot still hurts pretty much since I received the first shot. Not all the time but when I put on a coat/sweater/blouse, reach for the seatbelt, and when I rollover in bed it sometimes wakes me.

– The arm where I received both shots still hurts when I move it in certain ways. Never had a problem with my shoulder before this. Not debilitating but extremely annoying.

– Shoulder pain in the arm I received the injection. Putting on a coat, reaching for seatbelt, extending my arm under my pillow to sleep.

Skin tightness, Muscle strain and Muscle tightness

364-19308-73832

– Bad Asthma attack 6 hours after injection

– Racing heart

– Very bad muscle strain and tightness in leg, after normal daily walk last Sunday. Muscle tightness remaining all week.

– 6 weeks after 2nd vaccination, had 2 days of sneezing and then became run down & had fever of 99.8 for 1 evening/night. Felt normal the next morning. Was unable to receive a covid test during time I was (potentially) contagious. thus status unknown.

– Calf and foot very tight- this happened with a prior Covid shot

– Migraine

– Tail end of migraine, stomach cramps, dizziness

Eructation, Neck mass and Dysphagia

364-22778-86256

– No

– I had a very bad cramp of my leg about 2 clock in this morning.

– I just realized right side of my neck wich I had tonsillectomy surgery scar area pup out lump and a little sore.that was 43 years ago surgery.

– Feel no appetite after get shot

– I still feel my cervical lymph node extend to back of ear faintly pain .( I take back words about I had surgery tonsillectomy right side of my neck 45 years ago,I thought that was cervical lymph nodes surgery),sorry about

– Feel have a little problem with swallow and had some burping some time this couple days.

– My period expected 11days. Still did not coming yet! I am not pregnant.

– About After two weeks second shot , my hands pop out some bumps inches and painful , by the time my face ,arm and legs had some bumps also now , I will see my family doctor next Tuesday!

– My abdomen pain been about 1week, now I am in the ER hospital, waiting Dr checking on me .

Impaired work ability, Taste disorder and Decreased appetite

364-23141-63582

– Just some soreness around injection site. Im not sure if the fatigue is from the shot, or just because of the work week.

– Soreness around injection site

– Lack of appetite.

– Lack of an appetite.

– I caught COVID in early April 2022. I experienced headache, nausea, fever, chills, runny nose, coughing, fatigue, and temporary change in taste. I was able to work from home the week after, but I had to take breaks and rest when I was too tired.

Hallucination, Abnormal dreams and Intermenstrual bleeding

364-90706-01065

– I had a head cold going into the shot unfortunately

– Still have the same cold prior to the shot. Had some heart racing but forgot to report it. Arm and still swollen.

– Had weird dreams hallucinations while I slept

– I go from Diarrhea to constipation which I have never experienced

– I feel like since getting my vaccine my menstrual period has been off. Heavier. A lot of black spotting. Never have had these symptoms before. Also hot flashes.

– Issues with my periods

Hypopnea, Abdominal pain lower and Painful respiration

365-14627-55223

– I was very thirsty last night. Drank a lot of water in the middle of the night.

– These symptoms began last night about 12/3 hours after I received my shot. Intense headache, body ache- lower back, lower abdominal almost feels like gas, extremely weak, low energy. Shortness of breath. Feel the inhale in my back, shallow inhale.

– Shallow breath

– Ive had a cough for the past couple of days that I contribute to the 2nd vaccination on Monday.

– Cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Arthralgia

366-26631-22577

– Pain at left side joint hip.

– Still I have left sid hep pain I called my Dr. and he gave me MethyLPREDNISolone tablet 4 mg & Diclofenac sodium gel 1% but still I have pain.

– Still i had the same problem left hip pain agyer i hot my first vacvine.

– Still i have sftrt fist vaccine pain in my lrft side hip +++

– After my first shot i still have the same pain at my left hip side.

– Left sid hip in pain since first dose and I saw my Dr. He described some medication and today i have MRI for my left sid hip and i am using patches too.

Nipple disorder, Breast discomfort and Breast swelling

366-26696-92222

– Numbness left pinky and ring finger- swelling pinky - started approx 45 minutes up 1 hour after injection left arm

– Left pinky and ring finger slight swelling

– Swelling is left hand still and new on Sunday right knee

– I doubt its related but I have a small rash on my right breast/areola - that has ever happened before to me

– Right knee pain; right lower back spasm right breast itchy (rash on areola a week after)

– Numbness left pinky, ring finger and middle finger

– Right sided swelling and muscle tightness /spasm in neck

– Migraine & chills

– Ruling out nipple rash vs pagets disease of nipple - started 1 week after 1st vaccine- area had gotten bigger and now a small spot on left breast too GYN

– Left breast sore and very painful due to swelling

– Waiting to see surgeon re changers in my nipple that started 1 week post vaccine Follow up with GYN

Muscle fatigue, Dyspnea exertional and Muscle tightness

367-10053-22537

– Since the first vaccine i have had 3 menstrual cycles each 5 days apart

– My.muscles in my legs feel super tight and tired

– Im exhausted have been since i got the 2nd vaccine my menstrual cycle is still messed up and I definitely im struggling getting through an 8 hour day at work which before the vaccine i could do 10 or 12 with no problem

– Am every since I had Covid any activity at all makes it hard to breath

Post-acute COVID-19 syndrome, Sinus disorder and Asthma

367-26499-37683

– Light headed

– Sinus problems and cough

– Fatique

– Fatigue is still prevalent , no improvement

– Fatigue is still a problem

– Fatigue still experiencing. I am very tired. I cant seem to get rid of the fatigue I am a long hauler covid.

– Fatigue is still persistent and severe

– I have a severe sinus infection for 2 weeks and counting. The sinus caused a flare-up of my asthma, Chest congestion, cough and fatigue. I am still sick. I fell ill on December 21.

Pleurisy, Skin warm and Viral infection

367-27673-67579

– On the 6th day after my vaccine my arm became much more red, swollen, warm and itchy. The red, swollen area was about 4 inches by 6 inches, almost all the way around my arm. It continued to worsen until the 10th day, then began to improve.

– Slight Dizziness

– Slight dizziness.

– Slight dry cough, mostly in the mornings or when I first lie down at night, for about a month. I suspect its allergies.

– Joint pain, Pleurisy, and Sinus Infection, all occurring after I had Covid in August.

– Just had the booster 2 hours ago.

– Occasional slight dizziness, possibly from not enough sleep.

Menstruation delayed, Dysmenorrhea and Productive cough

368-12936-37397

– Allergy on the arm. Redness, hot, painful, ok the injection side.

– Numbness in hands

– I didnt have my period. As today 17 days delayed. Negative pregnancy test. Headaches mostly all days. Cramps like when you have your period mostly all days. Mild diarrhea every 2 days. Not changing diet.

– I havent had my period yet. As today 24 days delayed. Negative pregnancy test.

– Me trial period delayed one month. Father a month my period came and was more intense than usual. A lot of cramps.

– Chiropractic visit and pain medication for headaches

– Chiropractic visit, pain medication for headache

– Headaches everyday. Sore throat.

– Sore throat, tiredness, cough with expectoration, nasal fluid, headache,

Tendon pain, Epistaxis and Feeling cold

368-24909-40135

– Shaky

– Slight asthma

– Shakey

– Sore throat .

– Nose bleed about 1:35 am while asleep. Thought it was a runny nose. When I awoke this morning the tissues were bloody.

– Shakey, extremely cold, hands swollen

– Shakey whole body Shakey hard too perform daily activities.

– Bp elevated. Tendon in finger very painful. Went to doctor. He wrote for consult with hand surgeon. MD office

– Little trouble breathing not seriously

– Stuffy head .

– Hives yesterday and today intermittently

– Dizziness, sensitive to light

Liver disorder, Hallucination and Renal pain

368-30965-63468

– Hallucinations

– I was hospitalized with pneumonia

– I was hospitalized for 5 days with Pneumonia, and the sides, bronchitis, and liver problems At the beginning of the month I was hospitalized because of multiple system problems. I had a check right before I had the second shot and I was and good health.

– Trembling in my hands and kidney pain

– Muscular twitching in the hands

– Chronic cough and throwing up, fatigue, headaches

Periorbital swelling, Weight increased and Eye pruritus

368-41929-35974

– Swelling base of neck

– Swollen lymph nodes above clavicle/base of neck

– Sore upper arm, slight shoulder pain (injection side)

– Sore throat, light cough, itchy eyes

– Painful joints. Still functional functional, but painful to move out of the blue.

– Sniffly sore throat. Puffy, itchy eyes.

– Rash, tiredness, not feeling 100% energetic, weight gain.

– Caught covid. Got the 3rd vaccine 1.5 months later and experienced adverse reactions: swollen lymph nodes, swollen injection site, aches and pains, tiredness

Hypoesthesia, Pain in extremity and Headache

368-96446-69345

– Since the vaccine, I've had a numbness in part of my arm/finger and cheek on the side of body where I received the vaccine

– Numbness on left cheek and finger

– Still left cheek and finger numbness

– Some numbness in the left cheek

– My arm feels sort of numb/weird sensation other than just my pinky Regular dr, because original symptoms still exist three weeks later

– Headache

– Weird headache on the same side of my head as I got the shot and some pains on my arm

Myocardial infarction and Myalgia

369-20334-53332

– I have a pain in my side. But I have had this pain for over 6 weeks. My PCP says it is a pulled muscle. It is not worse or better since getting the COVID-19 shot this past week.

– The muscle aches preceded the COVID shot by many weeks I have an appointment to see a Dr. in about 10 days.

– I had a heart attack on Monday, May 16. Treated at (b)(6) Medical Center in (b)(6). Test for COVID there during treatment was negative.

– Heart attack on May 16 and positive Covid test on May 26 Had stent inserted on May 16. Had monoclonal antibody treatment on May 28.

Sciatica, Bone pain and Somnolence

369-44520-07369

– Very sleepy

– Over all feeling bad

– Been sleepy all the time since vaccine

– Just weird. Woke up this morning and couldnt hardly use my hands. They felt almost paralyzed. Never had that before. Went back to sleep, it was uncomfortable. Ok when I woke up about an hour later

– Bones all hurt

– Very sleepy. Cant stay awake

– Sleepiness

– I have had a vibration in my chest. The feeling is like how a phone vibrates. Was out of town so will see dr this next week

– Sciatica

Pseudomonas infection, Spinal fracture and Limb mass

369-92509-41632

– Injected arm itching for about 10 minutes Saturday night. Arm is sore at injection sight when putting weight on arm for long periods of time. Muscle at top of shoulder tightens and soreness is felt.

– Pneumonia BroncoactisSpuedmonis

– Left arm is sore at the elbow to the waist.

– Sore back forearm has a lump and is tender to touch.

– Back Sprain Office Visit

– Breathing infection and fractured bones in back. Dr office

Blood pressure decreased, Dyspepsia and Brain fog

36A-13194-02676

– Only nauseous on day after but have had heartburn from day one on...its not anything I have eaten..I have been drinking lots of water as I always do...other than the heartburn at this time, all is great..Thank You

– First day that everything is AOK!..

– Itchy

– Feeling fabulous

– The only I want to tell you guys, it that: After dose 1bad brain fog..drop in blood pressure but not enough of a drop to go to the hospital or doctor..I did let my doctor knowafter dose 2all was goodafter booster it was basically the same as 1st

Neuropathy peripheral, Tremor and Hypoesthesia

36A-32600-55196

– Queasy stomach but its mild.

– The chills were severe with my body shaking for 3 plus hours

– Since 2nd shot symptoms of numbness due to my peripheral neuropathy are more evident. Maybe coincidence to timing of shot

– Still have numbness from PN flare since shot- again it could be a coincidence and not related to the shot

– Still have numbness from PN flare may not be related though it started after severe chills

Subdural hematoma, Speech disorder and Poor quality sleep

36A-53446-96975

– Injection site tenderness

– Ache at injection site is less than yesterday but still slightly noticeable today

– Slight headache for four consecutive days

– Fell flat on my face and now have a small subdural hematoma Overnight outpatient observation by neurosurgeon

– Symptoms are probably due to poor sleep last night and unrelated to receiving injection.

– Good day

– August 12 - begin severe coughing. Home covid test negative. August 13 - severe non-stop coughing, runny nose, fever, sore throat from coughing, cottonmouth, sinus pressure/congestion, stiff neck muscles. Most symptoms gone by next morning.

Throat clearing, Dermatitis contact and Eczema

36B-25975-14339

– Mild: I noticed I was doing a lot of throat-clearing today, which has me worried about developing future respiratory infection symptoms. But so far, its not anything severe. Ill continue to monitor.

– Facial numbness and light headed/spacey feeling 30min to a few hrs after the shot. Resolved on its own. Gone by day 2.

– Since 11/4, increase in what i believe to be eczema flare ups. Daily rashes all over body. More nuisance than anything. Just figured I'd offer this info. I don't think it's related to the vaccine.

– Daily contact dermatitis with unknown cause. I control it with a daily antihistamine.

Hydrotherapy, Sinus operation and Dry throat

36B-31121-66472

– Slight sore throat on Saturday. After gargling with salt water, systems resolved in a few hours.

– Dry throat, no pain. Common with allergy season for me.

– Following the shingles vaccine last month, I expected fatigue, headache and neck pain that I still experience at a mild level.

– Sinus infection treated by 2 different antibiotics.

– Sore throat and chills.

– I had comprehensive sinus surgery. I haven't had any Covid related issues. Scheduled sinus surgery

Mobility decreased, Constipation and Sneezing

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– Constipation (not sure its related to vaccine?)

– Dizziness - but dont think its vaccine related

– Moderate back pain started 7 days after 1st shot, but since I have a pre-existing history of back pain I cannot be sure that its related to the vaccine.

– Feeling a bit woozy

– Dizziness; unable to lift arm over my head

– Extreme dizziness....has anyone else reported this?

– Occasional cough and sneezing with runny nose (wondering if its allergies?)

– Pain has recurred in arm that I received my shots in. My 2nd shot was on March 25 and my arm hurt for about a week but then seemed to get better. But 4 or 5 days ago the pain returned and Ive been getting moderate stabbing pains on and off daily

– Stabbing pains at the injection site started about a week ago. My last shot was on 3/25/21

– Lingering cough, shortness of breath and fatigue

Skin exfoliation, Dry skin and Injection site pruritus

36C-16316-78032

– Soreness around injection site and minor itching

– Mild itching on arm injected

– Mild itching

– Soreness around injection site.

– Soreness around injection site

– Flaky skin on legs and arms. Soreness around injection site.

– Dry, flaky skin and soreness around the injection site.

– Flaky, dry skin and soreness around the injection area.

– Same as reported previously

– Same as reported previously.

– Extremely tiredness and frequent nauseousness.

– Continued tiredness and excessive dry skin.

Sclerotherapy, Wound hemorrhage and Supraventricular extrasystoles

36C-25452-69707

– I have developed a large swollen lymph gland above my clavicle on the side I had the shot. It's tender and the size of a large grape. I called the doctor to report the condition, and his nurse called me back with instructions.

– Lymph node at my left clavicle near where I received the vaccine is still quite swollen and tender.

– My Clavicular lymph node is still enlarged after the first dose 4 weeks ago, but it had been diminishing before this second dose.

– The clavicle lymph node that swelled after the first shot but had diminished before the second shot has now tripled in size and is tender again. The lymph nodes at the base of my skull on the other side have swollen and are tender. I'm sure that is part of my headache. The headache is quite painful.

– Same lymph node still quite swollen.

– Lymph node still enlarged.

– Lymph node still up.

– Lymph node still enlarged

– Lymph node still up

– Ive had persistent intermittent nausea since the second shot. I didnt associate it with the shot, but looking at the timing of when it began, it started a week after the second vaccine. It might have nothing to do with it, but wanted to tell yo

– I had unexplained diarrhea and GI issues for a few months. I had a colonoscopy and endoscopy but had no answers for the problems. Office visit with a nurse practitioner and then a GI physician.

– My temperature normally runs at 97 degrees. If it rises above 98.0, I feel feverish.

– I am on a low dose blood thinner. After the booster, I took 3 doses of Excedrin over 2 days. I had a major nose bleed and profuse bleeding from a nick on my leg. I needed WoundStop for the leg and might need medical care if it doesn't heal well.

– I went to my vascular physician to assess the leg bleed from Saturday night. He performed sclerotherapy and advised further treatment.

– Eye infection Office visit

– My osteoarthritic right knee joint has been increasing more painful and difficult to walk on for a few weeks. It flared up shortly after the Covid vaccine in August. I didn't really think it was related to the shot, but now I'm wondering.

– My knee seems worse; I still wonder if it's inflammation. And I've developed horrible tooth aches. I don't think that has any relation to the shot, but since you asked about new conditions, I'm reporting it. Office visit to dentist.

– Both eyes have been irritated, prompting a visit to the eye doctor. My cornea is very dry. office visit

– A lymph node swells each time I have a Covid vaccine. My doctor ordered an Ultrasound if the lymph node today

– Cervical lymph node still enlarged.

– The injection site became sore again! I've never had that happen with any vaccine. My adult daughter who lives with me tested positive for Covid 19 last night, and my husband developed a cough this morning. I've had more of a runny nose this week.

– Nose was very runny, and I've been exposed to 2 Covid positive (2 Vaccines + 1 booster) family members. But I continue to test negative.

– Possible DVT in right leg.

– I have been experiencing worsening pain since the week after that 4th vaccine. At first it was just my bad knee, but the pain is now in both knees, both hips, pelvis, and rear end. I'm using a cane to walk. I'll likely call my doctor soon.

– Clavicle Lymph node enlarged again

– Cervical Lymph node enlarged

– Cervical lymph node still enlarged

Disorientation, Stress and Eczema

36C-39628-07045

– Lightheaded

– my health condition is most likely stress related: ringing ears, anxiety, disorientation, pounding heartbeat. I'm under my doctor's care for this issue.

– Allergic reactions to stuff seems to be intensifying and rash on face (possibly eczema) hasn't cleared up yet even with allergy meds.

– Allergic reactions to various things getting worse and getting vertigo/off balance feeling most likely related to allergic reactions and possible eczema flare up still not resolved. Dr. Is working on getting referral to allergist for me.

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