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.
Impaired gastric emptying, Tension and Vomiting
4.6.2021 – I always have severe aches, pains & headaches but not from the shot so I usually just say no.
4.9.2021 – Headache is from neck tension
4.24.2021 – Im fine. These things are exacerbated by the fibromyalgia, arthritis and degenerative disk disease I have.
5.14.2021 – The muscle that was injected hurts pretty bad. I use a pain rub to ease it.
10.22.2021 – Vomiting caused hospitalization. Suspected gastro paresis.
11.1.2021 – Not related to the injection Physical therapy not related to shot
1.29.2022 – Had Covid
10.28.2022 – I was in the hospital for 9 days in January of 2022 with Covid.
Blepharospasm, Photophobia and Dysmenorrhea
1.14.2021 – Ear ringing ,eye pain
1.27.2021 – My arm got very red , itchy and swollen, it was very large amount of redness. But not painful . I had to call my doctor because I was concerned because it was several days after the vaccine.
2.11.2021 – Light sensitivity, eye twitching
2.16.2021 – I started my period 12 days early. Im always regular. Not sure if other women reported this. It happened my first dose too, but didnt think anything of it until this one
11.7.2021 – Painful Swollen Lymph nodes in left arm and left groin
11.8.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes both armpits and groin
11.13.2021 – Early period and painful menstrual cramps
Brain injury, Hypotonia and Breast enlargement
5.2.2021 – Blood glucose levels increase to 109
5.11.2021 – Sore muscles, and weakness. Sore gums. Headaches, mainly on the cerebellum area.Able to work but very slowly.
5.25.2021 – One day in the ER
6.1.2021 – Facial Numbness and tingling, body cramping and tingling, numbness of left calf, tightness of throat enlargement of tongue, ringing of ears, tiredness, significant weakness.
6.8.2021 – Brain fog, dizziness, extreme fatigue, still tingling on hands face and legs, weak muscles, left loose calf muscle, intestinal cramping, ears clogged, head heaviness.
6.15.2021 – Still very tired and weak, tingling and numbness. Clogged ears, light headache. I want this to be over soon.
6.22.2021 – Still all the symptoms previously describe (tinnitus, tightness of my throat, tingling, numbness, weakness) plus changes in my breast, suddenly theres pain, they are bigger and heavier, I can feel the lymph nodes around them swollen.
8.17.2021 – Vomiting, numbness of lower extremities, numbness, loose calf muscles and tingling on left thigh and hip. I was perfectly healthy before this freaking vaccine.
5.19.2022 – An MRI suggests white matter injury, all caused by this vaccine
Sensitive skin, Injection site reaction and Injection site warmth
2.4.2021 – Redness that expanded from 2 circle below shot site to 6 oval below site; now has mainly faded but can see shadow of previously red area. Was sensitive to touch (like tickle), very itchy, & warm when red; now not itchy, warm or sensitive to touch.
3.2.2021 – The day after my 2nd shot the Covid arm rash started. However it spread over several days farther down my arm than last time, fading from the top first, but never itched! In a week the redness was gone altho a shadow stayed around for 1 more week.
2.18.2022 – Seasonal allergies
Loss of personal independence in daily activities, Head discomfort and Paranasal sinus discomfort
5.2.2021 – Not today but i had a headache, joint and muscle aches, and tiredness for 2 days following my first shot. I left work early on the second day. I also had a fever, headache, joint and muscle pain, and tiredness for 3 days following my second shot. I called off on the second day.
5.31.2021 – Upset stomach and diarrhea.
6.7.2021 – Head congestion, cough, tired. Probably just a cold.
10.31.2021 – Pain around my armpit.
11.1.2021 – Pain in armpit on the vaccination side.
11.2.2021 – Pain under armpit. Its starting to subside.
1.27.2022 – Diagnosed with Covid-19. Sore throat, fever of 100.2, headache, body aches, sinus pressure. Symptoms lasted about a week.
Libido decreased, Micturition urgency and Dry skin
4.25.2021 – I was waking up few times last night with the urge to urinate
5.26.2021 – I feel more tired than before. I feel like I'm cold w/o temperature.I noticed more disturbing joints pain and frequent muscle pain in my legs.
6.2.2021 – I'm having problem with sleeping. I'm waking up in the middle of the night and have problem with falling back to sleep.This makes me feel tired. Beside I'm having joint pain as I reported earlier.
8.11.2021 – Im having joint pains in my arms stronger than before. I also getting tired easily.
11.11.2021 – I lost sexual drive and ability to perform sexually. Externally dry and sensitive skin especially on m hands
Facial pain, Influenza and Heart rate increased
4.14.2021 – Neck and face pain on side given shot.
4.15.2021 – Neck pain, rapid heart rate
4.16.2021 – Neck pain, slightly high than usual heart rate, head congestion, sneezing
4.17.2021 – Still higher than normal heart rate, gland pain
4.18.2021 – Gland pain in chest and arm, heart rate higher than normal but coming down
4.19.2021 – Gland or lymph node pain upper chest, heart rate still a little higher than normal
5.19.2021 – Joint and muscle pain around hips and across lower back. Knee, feet and ankle pain that comes and goes.
4.16.2022 – I had the flu. I was sick for 6 days with headache, fever, cough, sore throat. I tested negative 3 times for Covid.
Burning sensation, Bronchitis and Sinus congestion
3.1.2021 – I felt the vaccine in my vascular system as a burning sensation for less than a minute.
3.15.2021 – Sore shoulder where shot was given came back.
11.16.2021 – The booster shot aggravated my V-Fib for about 4 hrs yesterday eve.
11.29.2021 – Sinus congestion and mild headaches
12.20.2021 – Occasional headache. Shoulder joint aches occasionally.
12.27.2021 – Head cold, chest and head congestion, coughing, head aches.
4.21.2022 – Low back pain
5.10.2022 – Head congestion and sore throat.
5.17.2022 – Head and chest congestion.
5.31.2022 – Sinus congestion
10.17.2022 – The first hour after the shot, my arm felt a slight burning in my forearm.
10.20.2022 – Runny nose
Skin bacterial infection, Psoriasis and Injection site rash
1.29.2021 – Day number seven after a vaccine, swelling, red and itchy around injection site. Currently swelling is down, still has some red algae and itchy area.
2.24.2021 – The rash seems to be spreading from the in around the injection site to other parts of of the body. Is this normal?
2.25.2021 – The rash seems to be lightening up today
3.19.2021 – Ive had a rash since day number seven after my first shot. That rash has since moved to the rest of my body which turned out to be a psoriasis outbreak. My psoriasis is slowly starting to clear. It appears that the Covid Vaccine exasperated my pso Office visit
3.26.2021 – My psoriasis are out of control as a result of my Covid shot. Went to the doctor today, he prescribed a steroid to get things under control. Office
5.21.2021 – As a result of the Covid arm, the psoriasis and rash that came after, I ended up with a skin bacteria. This was found after a biopsy. Doctors appointment with PCP
Hemorrhage, Injection site mass and Injection site bruising
12.28.2021 – Fever 102 , headache, muscle aches, fatigue, cough
2.17.2022 – Started to bleed after vaccine was given. She put bandaid on. I now have bruising and a lump at the injection site.
2.18.2022 – Bruising on arm at injection site
2.19.2022 – Arm around vaccine site has a large red patch that is hot, painful, and raised. I also have a spot above that area that is bruised. I cannot move my shoulder without pain.
2.20.2022 – Bruising around injection site
2.27.2022 – Bruising at injection site is still there
Limb discomfort and Dysgeusia
1.23.2021 – Before I took the injection, I was dealing with some sinus issues from my allergies. Even though its not severe, it has cleared like I thought it would have by now. However, I still feel fine. I am using nasal spray and Mucinex.
1.25.2021 – I havent noticed this until now, I continue to have a really bitter taste in mouth. Today, I began to experience a little discomfort in my left leg at the joint in the pelvis.
Oxygen saturation decreased, Hypersomnia and Asthma
2.10.2021 – I tested positive for covid
2.17.2021 – Headache nausea vomiting diarrhea fever nasal congestion bodyaches slept for four days Had Bamlanivimab infusion
8.28.2021 – Leg swelling with rash which never happened before I had COVID. Saw dermatologist
2.27.2022 – I was in the hospital over Christmas due to inability to get past a severe asthma attack oxygen level was at 62% when I got to the emergency room spent eight days in the hospital unable to breathe well needing oxygen and breathing treatments
Sinus pain, Tinnitus and Ear pain
1.21.2021 – Headaches Earaches and sinus pain. Sinus and earaches have resolved but headaches persist
2.12.2021 – Just a little headachy feeling like a sinus infection is coming on though it has not progressed. Some fatigue earlier in the week too
10.5.2022 – Since yesterday- Headache, a bit of a sore throat, sneezing, ears ringing a lot. Likely either sudden onset of allergies or a head cold (took a negative at home Covid test this morning)
12.21.2022 – Sore throat then sinus pain headache, congestion, fatigue, muscle aches. Moderately bad but resolved quickly- within a week. 4 days of neg home Covid tests while symptomatic. Pos test on day 5 of Sx's, was feeling better but tested as sister was +
Brucellosis, Dermatitis and Movement disorder
2.14.2021 – Mild itching under my arm and behind shoulder. Completely Exhausted.
2.15.2021 – Very tired
2.16.2021 – Muscle spasms and occasional burning feeling on skin.
2.18.2021 – Dizziness last night and this morning
3.13.2021 – I can't move my arm. Severe migraine.
3.14.2021 – L side of face & L eye became very red. Also, sporadic sensation of burning on skin . I have a genetic inflammatory disease - familial Mediterranean fever. I take 2 colchicine daily. Possibly this information may be useful.
3.17.2021 – Rash is sporadic. Inflammatory response is throughout body. Muscle and joints. My legs feel very heavy. My left shoulder is painful . Thus far discomfort hasn't eased. I feel there may be a connection between familial Mediterranean fever, a genetic inflammatory disease I have suffered with since birth and the vaccination.
3.18.2021 – Burning sensation on skin continues.
3.20.2021 – Vision changes, extreme exhaustion
3.26.2021 – A few raises bumps on my Arm with sensation of itching. It started a few days ago. They are hard, small and slightly red. Same side as vaccination. If they remain i will have my dr take a look when i see him Monday. Left side of neck as well.
4.4.2021 – Joint pain worse. Muscle Spasms Spinal MRI. Joint Pain is worse since vaccination, however results of prior mri done before vaccination has not changed.
4.9.2021 – Worsening sensation of constant skin irritation & burning. Neck now has bands of red, inflamed,and burning skin that feels burned to the touch as well. Left arm has a few small raised red, dry skin patches. Dermatologist
4.16.2021 – Rash behind my ear where it meets my skull extends in a long band with burning sensation. Muscle and joint pain remain the same. Exhaustion. I saw a dermatologist for the 2nd time. Rash on my neck is getting better however rash behind my ear had become worse. I was given rx lotion and it is improving.
6.16.2021 – Rash spread, joint & muscle pain are worse. Pain i becomes intolerable. Eyes swelk & vision changes are frequent. Muscle pain. Skin is burning. fingertips are sore & gel line they are cut & have been in water but haven't. Pain is throughout bod Dermatologist, my personal physician, will see eye Dr again shortly. Eyes pain as well.
Balance disorder, Chills and COVID-19
2.15.2021 – I dont think I mentioned that I did have soreness in the vaccinated area the day after the shot but soreness is not on your list. The soreness is my experience has always been an experience after a flu shot; however, this soreness was a little more than the usual flu shot but it was totally gone the following day
3.25.2021 – I do get periodic chills during the day, but I am basically a cold person I amGoing to get a Covid test soon
9.6.2021 – I been getting an ache on my collar bone area but had an X-ray with my primary who said its find Thats the only thing that has been different for me physically.
11.1.2022 – The Covid experience!
Contusion, Injection site bruising and Injection site pruritus
5.12.2021 – 24 hours after the shot I experienced intense pain in the arm I received the shot in. About 72 hours after, the arm I received the shot in went tingly and a bit numb. Mostly a very intense tingly sensation. It went away the same day.
5.29.2021 – Immediately after the shot I had arm pain, and fatigue. Arm pain turned to bruising and was itchy at the site of the shot. Some out of the ordinary muscle pain and blemish increase.
Sputum discolored, Abdominal distension and Dyspepsia
5.3.2021 – Nasal congestion with cough that produced a mild to moderate amount of sputum (clear to light yellow in color)
5.10.2021 – -Upper abdominal pain for the last week (Severe starting late 5/6 through 5/8) including abdominal bloating. Very tired most days.-Sinus congestion with mildly productive cough.
6.1.2021 – Moderate to severe stomach pain two separate times that lasted for two to three days. The first time it was preceded by severe heartburn (possibly acid reflux?).
7.27.2021 – Stomach pain that I mentioned prior has subsided. However, I am extremely exhausted, to the point of lethargy and needing more sleep than I uesd to.Also, I have chronic pain that I see a doctor for. My pain has increased since the second dose.
Deafness unilateral, Sluggishness and Somnolence
3.13.2021 – No other symptoms but the I checked
3.14.2021 – No, other than feeling tired
3.15.2021 – No, took Tylenol for pain, just rested yesterday & felt better today.
3.16.2021 – No
3.17.2021 – No other s & s to report but somehow I feel so tired today. Took a morning nap but still feels sluggish.
3.18.2021 – Felt better today
4.17.2021 – This is new to me...have ear ache, tinnitus & loss of hearing in left ear for 24 hrs. Will be seeing doc on 4/23.. will let you know results.
11.3.2021 – None
Scoliosis and Back pain
2.27.2021 – I have a case of scoliosis which affects my right side. I am receiving physical therapy to build up the muscles in my back. Today is one of those days where everything is sensitive and painful. Hopefully after resting and being off my feet, the pain will subside.
2.28.2021 – Yesterday I had terrible pain from my scoliosis problem in my back but today Ive felt much better and havent experienced much discomfort. Prayers were answered!!
Fungal infection, Epistaxis and Gastroenteritis viral
1.23.2021 – Soreness going down arm toward elbow
1.24.2021 – Arm still is aching where vaccine was given going down toward elbow
2.22.2021 – Bad nosebleed Sunday morning. Stomach virus Sunday afternoon through this afternoon.
3.4.2021 – Really bad nosebleed that I had a hard time stopping. Lots of blood.
3.5.2021 – I had another very bad nosebleed. It took about 30 minutes to stop it.
3.13.2021 – Severe painful and itching year type infection since last Sunday, March 7. Dr. Called in treatment on Tues which did not help. Went into Dr. on Thursday with two prescriptions called in. Much better starting today, March 13. Walk-in to dr. Office
4.3.2021 – 4 severe nosebleeds this week with getting my nostril packed today at an emergency clinic.
Breast discomfort, Ocular discomfort and Gastrointestinal disorder
3.13.2021 – My left leg was swollen & a very painful cramp on left calf
3.14.2021 – Sleepy
3.18.2021 – Sleepy & some discomfort on my breasts
3.25.2021 – Headaches(migraine)diarrheaStomach/abdominal discomfortLet foot swelling/ pain
4.8.2021 – Feet swollen & hurting
5.13.2021 – Lower abdominal discomfort along with some left side abdominal pain
11.3.2021 – Headaches
11.12.2021 – Migraine headaches
11.17.2021 – Migraine headaches, joint pains
1.5.2022 – Regular mammogram spotted 2 areas of concern on right breast.will do further testing on 1/6/22. Also , swelling of the legs& joints hurt
4.6.2022 – Aches/pain in joints& swollen fingers,toes,legs,feet
10.10.2022 – Low degree fever, slight headaches, pressure on left eye
10.14.2022 – Headaches, cough,GI issues, pressure on left eye,low degree fever
Blood pressure diastolic decreased, Ventricular extrasystoles and Heart rate irregular
4.3.2021 – Still pain in shot arm that radiates to shoulder and neck
4.6.2021 – Ongoing pain in injection arm and shoulder/neck pain
4.23.2021 – Armpits swollen
4.25.2021 – Pain in armpits
4.26.2021 – Irregular heart beats
4.27.2021 – Irregular heart beats. Low diastolic pressure
5.28.2021 – Had long running pvcs 4 days after 2nd vaccine which slowly reduced over the next few weeks. Now dealing with 2nd occurrence of vertigo after 2nd vaccine, but the 2nd one is still on going with a feeling of my head is swimming, not so much vertigo.
Blood pressure inadequately controlled, Pericarditis and Exercise tolerance decreased
2.10.2021 – Dizziness
2.27.2021 – Same lingering symptoms- irregular heart beat, light headed, upset stomach, loose bowels, headache, weakness, shakiness that is prevalent in the morning and improves in some ways over the course of the day.
3.14.2021 – Still have a daily headache with intermittent dizziness. New- tender lymph node under jawline.
7.30.2021 – I now feel faint sometimes when my heart palpitations cause racing. Chest pain, body not regulating pulse or blood pressure well.
1.29.2022 – Irregular erratic heart rate, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, exercise intolerance, fatigue- diagnosis of pericarditis.
Vaginal discharge, Breast cyst and Postmenopausal hemorrhage
3.4.2021 – Last night there was a little rash or red bumps near injection site. Today gone.
3.31.2021 – I have felt warm. But not feverish. I did not take temperature but noticed I am running warm.
4.28.2021 – I noticed last week that i had a little pink discharge from my vagina very briefly. It went away but I am post menopause- so I will keep my eyes open and report it to my doctor if it comes back. Just wanted to report it as it may be of interest.
9.22.2021 – Breast cyst. ( having tests)
Mental status changes, Induration and Diabetes mellitus
3.18.2021 – No
3.31.2021 – I developed a rash on my left thigh. It lasted about a week and went awake on it's own.
4.7.2021 – I am having a lot muscle and joint pain.
4.28.2021 – My joint and muscle pain has increased. The pain in right thigh and knee has become almost unbearable. I am not able to rub anything on it due to having to wear a prosthesis on that leg.
5.5.2021 – I have been having a lot more muscle weakness in my lower back and my thighs. My balance has gotten worse to the point I have several times a day where I catch.myself before I fall.
5.12.2021 – I continue with severe muscle and joint pain. I am always so very tired and I am having a weird mental status. It is hard to describe thr feeling. I am alert but I do forget from time to time. I did have a positive Covid test in Oct but this weird
5.19.2021 – My depression and anxiety have increased.
7.14.2021 – My legs have gotten very weak. For the most part I am able to stand for 5 minutes at a time and then I have to sit down. My balance has gotten really bad. I have fallen several times.
10.13.2021 – Muscle weakness in my legs causing falls
12.30.2022 – I have experienced a chronic UTI and have had problems with my diabetes.
Tooth infection, Arthralgia and Pain in extremity
1.15.2021 – My arm is sore, but I wouldn't say it's bad like what's listed.
1.16.2021 – My arm is sore to my wrist and knuckles. I am still going about my day and daily chores...but it is surprising how sore this arm is.
2.6.2021 – We don't have a thermometer, sorry I don't know the exact temperature.
2.7.2021 – My arm that I got the injection in is now sore, not the actual spot, but the whole arm down to my knuckles
2.27.2021 – I had a cracked filling, went to the dentist and had a root canal--but I am currently on a second round of antibiotics because of a persistent infection. I don't know if this is the kind of thing to report--but felt it better to say something. Dentist
Bone contusion, Tympanic membrane perforation and Incontinence
4.16.2021 – Fibromyalgia and an old strain in my shoulder blade has been hurting alot
5.2.2021 – Ear drum perforation and ear infection. Fibromyalgia and migraines
7.2.2021 – Bad acid reflux, pneumonia, covid
4.27.2022 – Pnumonia shortly after 4th dose
10.3.2022 – Asthma worsening, asthma attack/episode cough, runny nose
10.6.2022 – Worsening asthma and arthritic lower back
10.15.2022 – Runny nose and worse asthma
10.21.2022 – Asthma Get tests done to see how bad asthma is
12.15.2022 – Car accident last Thursday and hurt knee but its not healing well and keeps swelling up with a lot of pain
Viral upper respiratory tract infection, Poor quality sleep and Impaired work ability
11.3.2021 – Sore stiff neck, sweating
11.4.2021 – Stiff neck shoulders and sweating like crazy, soaking sweat
11.5.2021 – Stiff neck, shoulders and ear ache. Slept horrible again, perhaps related to not sleeping on sore arm.
11.6.2021 – Stiff neck still sleeping poorly possibly due to stiff neck and sore arm.
11.7.2021 – Not sleeping well
11.30.2021 – I felt good today but I have felt run down since my booster. I'm kind of a soldier so I never missed work but I certainly wasn't at 100%
12.7.2021 – Fever, aches, cough, nasal congestion Being tested for Covid19
12.14.2021 – Upper respiratory infection or virus, I was out of work for over a week, I still have a cough and congestion. I haven't been this sick in years. If I don't get better I will see my doctor. My husband needed a Z pack. He's horribly ill too.
Renal impairment, Diabetes mellitus and Blood glucose increased
1.8.2021 – I have had trouble focusing.
1.28.2021 – Nauseated and diarrhea (1-26-21). 1 Imodium AD helped.
2.7.2021 – Blood sugar has been a little high.
2.18.2021 – I did blood work and learned my kidney function continues to decline.
3.11.2021 – I am diabetic and have been having trouble with high blood sugars, but really do NOT think it is vaccine-related.
10.30.2021 – Arm of injection is warm to the touch
11.19.2021 – Headache requiring Tylenol.
7.21.2022 – Elevated blood pressure. Now on medication. Kidney function continues to decline and am trying to qualify for the transplant list
Cold sweat, Vertigo and Hyperhidrosis
2.19.2021 – I have a headache but I dont "think" it's vaccine related. I get them with changing weather patterns.
3.6.2021 – I'm not sure if it was related but last Sunday overnight I stood up and had severe vertigo that lasted about 5 hours. I saw a few other people reporting the same symptoms in the same timeframe. Again, unsure if related, but worth mentioning.
3.16.2021 – Just felt very clamy/sweaty all morning...probably the fever coming to an end.
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