Their Stories

Pregnancy, Respiratory tract congestion and Oropharyngeal pain

8.22.2021 – Note: as I had these symptoms before I got the shot, I think they are related to being in my late trimester of pregnancy and NOT the vaccine

8.23.2021 – Note: these are likely mostly related to being in my late trimester of pregnancy

8.24.2021 – Note: these are more related to being in my late third trimester of pregnancy

8.25.2021 – Note: these symptoms are all more likely related to being in my late third trimester of pregnancy

8.27.2021 – Note: these are likely related to being in my late third trimester of pregnancy and not the shot

8.28.2021 – Note: these are likely related to being in my late third trimester of pregnancy and not the vaccination

8.2.2022 – Cough, sore throat, congestion

Dysgeusia, Sneezing and Nausea

4.3.2021 – Exhaustion and stomach queasiness/ nausea continue. They have been a part of my system since about a week after my first shot and increased after my second. Numerical rating: after 1st: 2 after 2nd: 4 - 3 - 2 - 2 - 2 -2 Not an issue before shot.

9.4.2021 – One weird thing that I hadnt reported was how since after my second shot is how awful coffee tastes to me!!! Certainly not a huge issue, but curious.

11.2.2021 – Just exhaustion. Weather change?

4.26.2022 – After a breakfast at a Volunteer Appreciation event, Distanced seating, minimal contact with other, terrible cough started 2 days later. Ugh. One other person, to date, has same progression. Neg COVID test.

5.2.2022 – Cough, after meeting unmasked with small group at breakfast meeting. Three days later. Cough.

7.11.2022 – Headache, sneezing, body aches. Positive COVID May 23. Office visit

Cluster headache, Feeling cold and Influenza like illness

1.3.2021 – I think I have a cold. last couple of days.

1.10.2021 – i had flu like symptoms pretty much since jan 1. I've had earaches then headaches. last night my whole body ached and with chills and coukdnt get warm. so around 2am I awoke to being completely soaked. Fever must have broke but i didn't have temp.

1.21.2021 – runny nose and head congestion

1.26.2021 – feel like a have the flu. aches and pains. excessive sweating, cough, earaches.

7.13.2021 – mild off and on flu like symptoms

1.12.2022 – cough, headache, earache, body aches

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Oxygen saturation decreased and Sputum discolored

3.18.2021 – Sweats

3.21.2021 – my oxygen level dropped below normal when moving. I increased my supplemental o2 and it rose up again.

3.23.2021 – I also popped a fever last evening after check-in, Seems like I am getting one per day.

3.31.2021 – my o2 levels are dropping below normal upon exertion. i am spitting up dark brown phlegm. my doc thinks it is coincidental to the vaccine and has prescribed me an antibiotic.

4.7.2021 – extreme shortness of breath, dark sputum, went to er., was admitted for 7 days for pneumonia.

4.14.2021 – I left the hospital last Wed. with pneumonia. Since home, my o2 sats continue to drop while walking (<88) My doctor has kept me on steroids to address and has increased my o2 from 4 lpm to 5 lpm when walking.

6.18.2021 – I had been in the hospital with pneumonia from 4/1 - 4/7...I was almost recovered when I came down with bronchitis around June 1. My copd was under control during the whole pandemic, then I took the vaccine and have been sick since. doctor's office visit,

Rheumatic disorder, Urticaria and Edema peripheral

12.2.2021 – On both arms my underarms/arm pits are swollen and itchy

12.3.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes on both sides of my body

12.14.2021 – Possibly an unrelated side effect but I have full body hives . Currently awaiting a medical opinion on the cause of the hives but they could possibly be related. Allergy doctor

12.28.2021 – I was a healthy 29 year old woman without any health issues up until I got my booster. Since my booster I have developed a rheumatoid issue and I'm currently waiting on results to determine if I've developed an autoimmune disease. And primary care

Dry skin, Dyspepsia and Gastrointestinal disorder

2.25.2021 – Some swelling in lymph node on side of injection. A small rash on the same rm as the injection but not at the injection site

2.27.2021 – Very dry where a rash has previously appeared.

4.5.2021 – Nausea and GI issues for about 5 days march 26-30

8.25.2021 – Some upset stomach

2.22.2022 – Got third vaccine. One day later it triggered a prolonged bout of heartburn (several days). One day after vaccine i had vomiting for an entire evening+ Exhaustion for about a week

Wheezing, Tinnitus and Dyspnea

3.27.2021 – None just resting

3.28.2021 – Just a little ringing this morning but it gone now

3.29.2021 – Mo

3.30.2021 – Yes on 3/29 when walking to the doctors office I experienced a little shortened of breath which lasted about three to four hrs then it went away. Feeling fine after that little experience

4.1.2021 – On 3/31/2021 Experience mild shortened of breath for about three to four hrs Today no shortened of breath.

4.3.2021 – Lille soreness around injection Its mild

4.12.2021 – A little wheezing with my breathing I used my inhaler that I had when I had cov 19 in Dec 2020. Symptom only lasted a few hrs then it went away breathing is getting much better 99 percent normal now. Thanks for checking on me

4.24.2021 – Just a little tired thats all

4.25.2021 – No problems to report

4.27.2021 – No

Urticaria chronic, Mechanical urticaria and Food allergy

11.13.2021 – Thirst

11.26.2021 – Itchy rash with some hives

12.3.2021 – Uticaria continues. Started with hives and red rash, now less severe but skin still turns red and itchy with contact.

12.10.2021 – Not worsening but ongoing urticaria I am managing with antihistamines. I had never dealt with symptoms of this kind before.

12.17.2021 – Urticaria continues - itchy hives are managed with antihistamines but dermatographia continues despite antihistamine treatment. Saw an allergist today who diagnosed chronic urticaria. Started two weeks after my booster.

2.13.2022 – Ongoing chronic urticaria/dermatographia that began 14 days after my booster. Experiencing lightheadedness moving to standing sometimes and more GI symptoms and sensitivity to foods as well since the booster.

5.15.2022 – COVID- congestion, sinus pain, body aches, cough

Dermal cyst, Infection and Injection site discomfort

2.16.2021 – Sore arm, but not at injection site (closer to elbow).

2.17.2021 – Day #1: Pain at injection and arm above elbow. Arm was very sore. Took Tylenol. (App would not allow be to go back and change response.) Day #2: Arm was very sore. Took Tylenol. Did stretching and OT exercises - they helped!! Took Tylenol. Day #3: Pain was moderate. Water therapy exercises helped! Last Tylenol in a.m. Wont need it again.

2.18.2021 – Arm receiving shot much better than previous days. A bit sore at injection site. No need to take Tylenol. Exercises help.

3.1.2021 – Bruised arm at injection site (appeared a week after injection). 3/1/21: fatigue.

3.16.2021 – Soreness at injection site is minimal unlike 1st shot where my arm was extremely sore for 2 days.

3.31.2021 – Acid reflux/sinusitis bronchitis/ coughing

4.5.2021 – Sinus infection / bronchitis

6.14.2021 – Sino-bronchitis; infected sebaceous cyst Office consultation with PCP

11.2.2022 – Scratchy throat

Anger, Tension headache and Swelling face

1.21.2021 – Since the evening of the shot until today, I have felt hot, a bit of a light red face, and pain at site of shot. The headache is still present with a bit of nausea when the headache was the most intense.

2.2.2021 – The headaches have been off & on. Theyre lighter than the intense headaches right after the shot. Irritability has been an issue for the last week. Several coworkers are experiencing the same issue. Lots of weather fluctuations in our area.

2.12.2021 – Very slight headache just starting

2.13.2021 – Felt warm

2.15.2021 – Felt very hot

2.18.2021 – Lightheaded (moderate level) and hot. The lightheadedness lasted for an hour or two. Limited activity during that time.

3.12.2021 – This was really for the previous week, but I forgot to note it. Like after the first shot, I had issues during the second week (after the shot) with irritation and anger. It lasted for a week.

11.6.2021 – I hadn't thought it was related until seeing a doctor, but I have had tinnitus since 6 months after my second (before my booster). Not sure it is related to the vaccine. Just wanted to mention it.

11.13.2021 – Tinnitus continues at a very high pitch and loudness. Facial and head tightening has worsened.

4.2.2022 – Congestion

4.12.2022 – This may fall under muscle ache. I have had a very intense deep tissue ache to the point of not being able to sleeping in arm that had shot. Not at injection site.

11.5.2022 – Believe it is just a cold. Sore throat, runny/stuffy nose. Home Covid test negative. I am a teacher. Lots of sick kids lately.

Visual impairment, Hypersensitivity and Urticaria

3.21.2021 – Hives all over, but I dont know if its from the shot or just hives

3.25.2021 – I have had hives since I got the shot. However it could just be from something else. Ive just taken Benadryl to stop the itch.

4.2.2021 – I dont know if its related to the shot but Ive been having a lot of hives. I get the. Sometimes but I didnt have them before the shot and got them just a few hours after.

4.16.2021 – My legs have started swelling. It started several weeks ago but I didnt think anything of it. Now Im worried...coins it be a blood clot?

4.30.2021 – More allergic symptoms and legs are still swelling. Ive never had swollen legs before.

6.18.2021 – A sinus infection worse than Ive ever had. Amoxicillin didnt work. Seeing an ent next week. This has been going on for 5 weeks. Related to the vaccine??? Who knows but Im guessing not Still waiting to get in person appointment. Long wait

9.17.2021 – Hives.lots of hives.it is getting so bad, I cant get my hair colored anymore. Never had them on my head and theyre all,over my body. Those come and go. I wonder if I was allergic to something in the vaccine

Menstruation irregular, Chest discomfort and Chills

4.19.2021 – Swollen lymph node (collar bone) on left side of body

4.21.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes near left collar bone

4.22.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes on left side near collar bone

4.29.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes on left side - underarm, near breast, collar bone

7.15.2021 – Runny nose, fever, chills, headache, sore throat, tight feeling in chestSwollen lymph nodes near breasts (ongoing since 2nd vaccination)Irregular periods since 2nd vaccination Diagnostic mammogram/ultrasound

Pharyngitis, Sluggishness and Flank pain

2.2.2021 – I had pain in both knees last night that went away by morning. I did lift and carry some heavy items yesterday and have arthritis so I do not know whether this would be vaccine-related BUT it has not happened to me before.

2.19.2021 – Stitch in my side

2.21.2021 – Ear and throat infection

2.22.2021 – Apparent ear infection

2.25.2021 – Ear infection, bilateral

3.18.2021 – I have not been mentioning this consistently but I have had joint pain elbows, knees. I do not know whether the pain is from my aging or what. Maybe the vaccination? Anyway, I am writing to report these potential symptoms. They are not disabling.

10.29.2022 – From simultaneous flu and shingles vaccinations, I got chills and felt sick the following morning, sluggish and weak. No cough or shortness of breath.

Ageusia, Heart rate increased and Oropharyngeal pain

3.27.2021 – Slight very slight soreness in throat..

6.26.2021 – It seemed as though Id lost some of my sense of taste. I went and took a COVID19 test and results negative and taste returned with 5 hours of onset.

3.27.2022 – Dec 29, 2021 tested positive for COVID-19.. since then have had some accelerated heart rate-stabilizing.

7.9.2022 – Health condition is some inflammation in the right hip joint. Condition existed prior to getting the vaccine. It's an osteoarthritis condition. Visit to the spine and orthopedic physicians

Low density lipoprotein increased, Post-traumatic stress disorder and Blood thyroid stimulating hormone increased

3.3.2021 – On my period right now, fyi for symptom overlap

3.7.2021 – Dry mouth- probably more to do with seasonal allergies

3.30.2021 – Muscle around injection site is also slightly numb and slightly sore. It's only been 2hrs since shot was given

3.31.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in neck, arm, collar bone, and along rib cage of injection site side

4.1.2021 – No VCD today but lymph nodes in the armpit, neck, collar bone, and back are swollen and very sore.

4.2.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in arm, chest, and armpit area

4.4.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes and hand numbness in left hand

4.5.2021 – Minor swollen lymph nodes

4.6.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes

12.4.2021 – Increased ultra sensitive Thyroid stimulating hormone (maybe unrelated) Increased overall cholesterol & c-LDL (again maybe unrelated)

1.22.2022 – Physical symptoms from personal ptsd unrelated to the pandemic or vaccine. Hashimoto's thyroiditis flared up resulting in need for higher dose (prev dose same for 9+yrs).

Soft tissue disorder, Dupuytren's contracture and Squamous cell carcinoma

3.3.2021 – No Im good thank you

3.4.2021 – No

3.5.2021 – None

3.9.2021 – Had a rash and swelling in both hands for about 2 hours this morning. I also felt out of sorts during this time. I drank two bottles of water and took two Tylenol and the symptoms cleared up and I felt better just fatigued a bit.

9.29.2021 – Melanoma on left forearm, squamous Cell Carcinoma on right trunk, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Dupuytrens Contracture. All since my last check in.

3.31.2022 – My immune system is over active and attacking my soft tissue. I have been diagnosed with melanoma, And have on going nerve issues. All of the above

Quarantine, Oropharyngeal pain and Headache

12.18.2020 – I have chronic headaches-but nothing new or unusual. Not sure if i should report it when it is not new and not related

1.7.2021 – Discouraged after attack on capital yesterday

1.11.2021 – Sore throat. I was exposed to covid + family Sent to covid testing center by my employer call center because of high risk exposure despite the fact ive had vaccine x 2

1.18.2021 – Had a whopping headache for about a day and a half after a high risk exposure. My covid test is pending. Im 8 days out from the exposure. My work put me on quarantine

Seasonal allergy, Aphonia and Paranasal sinus discomfort

3.18.2021 – Ive developed a sore throat and cough. I really think its a reaction to seasonal allergies but last night and today have been unpleasant.

3.19.2021 – I dont have a thermometer to check my temp. Ive developed a cough and sore throat. Ive lost my voice and cannot speak. My headache has worsened and I have pressure around my sinuses. The coughing is worse at night and Im sleeping during the day as I can. Ive lost my appetite.

Middle ear effusion, Energy increased and Dehydration

3.6.2021 – Slight tingling in right ring finger. Noticable but not concerning. Shot was given in right arm.

3.10.2021 – Dizziness

4.17.2021 – Diarrhea, body aches

4.24.2021 – Diarrhea, body aches, fatigue, migraines

1.13.2022 – Headache, diarrhea, body aches and sore arm for several days after 3rd vaccine. No longer experiencing symptoms

1.27.2022 – Skipped menstrual cycle and migraines.

7.7.2022 – Stuffy head Phlegmy chest congestion All over body aches Difficulty taking deep breaths Dehydrated headaches energy burst followed by exhaustion brain fog shorter than usual attention span Feverish chills Diarrhea Unusual bruising Ear pain / fluid

Vertigo positional, Fungal infection and Secretion discharge

12.2.2021 – Yesterday I was very dizzy all day and had headache three days running like migraine. Sinuses ache and some mucus but no fever.

12.16.2021 – Concentration is poor, but may be unrelated but it's been much worse since the first vaccine and even worse now. I'm also experiencing more headaches and dizziness.

12.23.2021 – I keep having headaches and migraine the last few days & I have a rash I think is yeast but it's worse. Also dizziness periodically and ringing in ears and lack of concentration. It could be related because it's worse after1st&3rd doses but not sure.

2.12.2022 – I had yeast infection under my belly by my groin and sinus infection

5.12.2022 – BPPV suspected but I see ENT tomorrow My primary care physician referred me to an ENT

11.11.2022 – Dizziness came back last week

Contusion, Somnolence and Erythema

2.26.2021 – I do not think these are related to the vaccine.

3.19.2021 – Exhaustion & cough at nightAfter sleeping a lot last weekend, Im rested again. I was required to get a Covid test. It came back negative. I missed work while awaiting the results.

8.11.2022 – I have what now seems like a bruise on the outside of my thumb of the arm I got my shot. It began as a red Y shaped stripe from knuckle to nail bed. It looked like it was following a blood vessel. It was very usual. I have no idea if it is connected.

11.7.2022 – Stuffy nose, cough

Vertigo, Dyspnea and Diarrhea

4.22.2021 – Two days after getting first dose began fever shaking vomiting and explosive diarrhea and has persisted almost constantly since for three weeks now some days better than others but I'm not the same since I probably am not going to accept another

7.7.2021 – I've had diarrhea vertigo pain in joints and difficulty breaching this has been going on since April 2nd the day after I got your so called safe vaccine so no I'm not doing well I'm still working though because its all a lie

Feeling drunk, Migraine and Chills

4.24.2021 – I had a migraine this morning but I get those hormonally anyways, and its about time so I dont know that its from the vaccine

5.22.2021 – I made poor choices and got pretty drunk after my vaccine... not sure if my symptoms are from the vax or from the hangover- besides the chills.

5.23.2021 – Had chills and felt feverish at the 13 hour mark and 27 hour Mark and was moderately fatigued yesterday but have been perfectly fine all day today

5.26.2021 – I have hormonal migraines- most likely this migraine is not related to the vax and rather is related to my cycle.

1.6.2022 – I suffer from hormonal migraines so it may not be related

Tendon rupture, Furuncle and Hip arthroplasty

1.30.2021 – Neck pain

2.27.2021 – A red slightly swollen area on right lower leg thats about the size of a quarter. I also had two boils start up a day before getting my second vaccine. I went to my primary care giver and she put me on Bactrim 2x/day for 7 days for the boils. They seem to be subsiding today since Ive been taking the sulfa for 3 days.

2.28.2021 – Reddish area on my lower leg is still there. About the size of a quarter, flat, slight pain with touching it. Seems improved since yesterday

3.1.2021 – Spot mentioned yesterday, on right leg is still red and a little tender to the touch

3.2.2021 – I still have the red area on my lower leg.

3.11.2021 – I had a total right hip replacement on Monday 3/8/21. This is unrelated to the covid vaccine but I am weak and not feeling well from the surgery 3 days ago

11.3.2021 – Slightly sluggish

2.1.2022 – I had a shingles outbreak I had a Covid 19 nasal test

7.18.2022 – Tear to tendon in left foot

Emotional disorder, Frequent bowel movements and Gastric disorder

5.4.2021 – Digestive problems (food goes right through me), extremely emotional, period late by about four days so far

5.12.2021 – Loose stools ongoing for twelve days

5.21.2021 – Continued digestive problems (very frequent and loose bowel movements, sometimes diarrhea)

5.28.2021 – Still having constant diarrhea and loose stools no matter what I eat

5.7.2022 – I had a sore throat and nasal congestion for a few days. I did not ever test positive for Covid and the most logical assumption is that I had a cold.

Injection site pallor, Scar and Sensitivity to weather change

2.2.2021 – The injection site, which was only sore for a few days after the Tuesday, Jan 19 injection, became itchy on day 8 - Wednesday, January 27. I noticed the injection site had a yellow appearance, like an old bruise, surrounded by red where I scratched.

2.24.2021 – Lower back pain that is very likely the result of the significant energy conservation efforts brought about by Winter Storm Uri. Getting poor sleep on the floor while only heating the living room partially.

2.25.2021 – Lower back pain since Sunday that is very likely the result of the significant energy conservation efforts brought about by Winter Storm Uri. Getting poor sleep on the floor while only heating the living room partially.

2.27.2021 – Reduced appetite, but no nausea. Prior: Two hours after vaccination, felt 'disconnected', which lasted 1-2 hours. Also: Lower back pain since Sunday, which may be prolonged by vaccine aftereffects. The origin of the back pain is very likely the result of the significant energy conservation efforts brought about by Winter Storm Uri. Getting poor sleep on the floor while only heating the living room partially.

2.28.2021 – Reduced appetite, but no nausea. Back pain existing prior to injection seems to be much reduced today.

3.1.2021 – Noticed yesterday and today that in addition to general swelling around the injection site (which is gone today) there is a distinct bump where the actual injection took place. That bump was pale yesterday, but reddish today. Back pain existing prior to injection seems to be much reduced today.

3.2.2021 – The bump at the precise injection site has reduced and is soft, and is the only spot with redness. Lower back ache has reduced, is lingering from before injection but is reported for completeness.

3.3.2021 – The former bump that isn't a bump anymore is a little red, more like a scar. Back pain existing prior to injection seems to be nearly gone today.

3.4.2021 – The former bump that isn't a bump anymore is a little red, more like a scar. Back pain existing prior to injection now just a memory.

3.3.2022 – Scratchy throat, faint headache, slight fever, light fatigue, sniffles.

Pancreatic disorder, Feeding disorder and Heart rate increased

2.17.2021 – Fast heartbeat

3.4.2021 – Severe pancreatic attack, nausea, vomiting, cant eat. Can only drink clear liquids since last checkin. Arthritis doctor thought because of first reaction was very bad he tested me for antigen covid which was neg. Still not sure about getting 2nd dose

3.11.2021 – Pancreatic attack still getting worse. Can't eat. Can only drink fluids.

3.18.2021 – Still having pancreatic attack. Can only drink fluids, can't eat solid foods. (b)(6) County Health Department in Georgia wouldnt give me my second shot.

Fear, Tension and Nervousness

3.20.2021 – Feel stressed

3.21.2021 – Stress and no proper sleep

3.22.2021 – Stress and tension

3.24.2021 – Anxiety and tension

3.26.2021 – Not getting proper sleep

4.10.2021 – Anxiety and sleep disorder PCP visit

4.17.2021 – Nervous, anxiety, fear, chest pain and gastric problems

4.27.2021 – Sleep disorder

4.28.2021 – Nervousness and anxiety and sleep disorder

4.29.2021 – Fear and anxiety

5.8.2021 – Stress and anxiety. Sleep disorder

5.15.2021 – Chills, stress, anxiety and headaches

5.22.2021 – Fatigue, sleep disorder, headache

5.29.2021 – Fatigue, stress and anxiety

6.5.2021 – Fatigue

10.23.2021 – Anxiety

Drainage, Muscle tightness and Impaired work ability

1.19.2021 – Left work half through the day to go home to sleep

1.23.2021 – Running nose, constant sneezing and little fatigue

1.24.2021 – Little nasal drainage

2.17.2021 – Swelling in fingers and toes, joint pain and burning sensation in fingertips since 1st injection. I thought it was related to meds I was on , so I stopped the meds but those symptoms didnt resolved. Symptoms correlate w/injection dates.

7.21.2021 – High blood pressure, started medsContinued joint pain and muscle tightness

Undifferentiated connective tissue disease, Antinuclear antibody increased and Pain of skin

1.1.2021 – Myself and my coworkers all had a floating sensation the day of/day after vaccination. Not serious, just odd feeling.

1.3.2021 – Side note - AFTER I did my check in yesterday I had diarrhea

1.4.2021 – My aunt died yesterday, so that could be the reason for the headache!

1.26.2021 – Dizziness or floating sensation

1.27.2021 – My skin hurts!

1.30.2021 – Have had odd muscle spasm under my eye for three days now. Developed mild intermittent cough this morning. Could be GERD related though.

1.31.2021 – Still with a little cough today. Not progressing into anything worse.

2.1.2021 – Insomnia for days!

7.27.2021 – Having increased facial parasthesias and migraine - seeing neurologist in a few weeks

10.29.2021 – Mild dizziness

10.30.2021 – My fever started last night, I took Advil 600mg with some relief. Took Advil 600mg again this morning and still started running fever again today. TMax 99.1

1.29.2022 – My GERD has gotten really out of hand! Sent message to office. Medication adjustment. Just did this a few days ago.

6.6.2022 – My skin hurts

6.26.2022 – Cough - may be reflux related.

12.4.2022 – I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease - Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease. ANA 1280.