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.
Breast tenderness, Breast pain and Axillary pain
1.22.2021 – 1st and 2nd day I experienced fever, chills, fatigue, and body aches.I also now have swollen lymph nodes under armpit of infection arm
1.23.2021 – Severe pain in armpit area under injection site
1.24.2021 – Pain in armpit underneath injection sight, feel lymph nodes are swollen
1.25.2021 – Same pain in armpit under Injection site
1.27.2021 – Muscle pain in upper left chest area same side as injection site
2.10.2021 – Tiredness
2.26.2021 – Breast tenderness
2.27.2021 – Pain in Breast area
3.4.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in armpit area same side as injection
3.18.2021 – Swollen lymph pain around chest area and under armpits
Tendon pain, Body temperature increased and Lethargy
3.7.2021 – Fatigued yesterday after Vsafe check in. Took nap.
4.2.2021 – Headache
4.16.2021 – The tendon in my right upper thigh aches all the time when Im sitting. I only mention this because someone else who had their Covid shot told one of their tendons also aches all the time. I didnt think this could be related to Covid vaccine. Made Dr appointment
3.5.2022 – Severe vertigo. Also headaches.
11.11.2022 – Low grade fever, lethargic, headache, body aches, fatigued
11.25.2022 – Elevated temperature, vomiting headaches fatigued and weak.
Hordeolum, Eye swelling and Paranasal sinus discomfort
4.9.2021 – No
4.10.2021 – My left eye swelled yesterday and today. I thought it was the way I slept but it was swollen again this morning
4.12.2021 – Head/sinus congestion
4.13.2021 – Head cold-. Congestion and sore throat
4.22.2021 – Sore throat. Tender glands in my throat
5.27.2021 – Head congestion. Mild coughing
6.12.2021 – The injection site is hurting today and I got I have a painful sore throat at the base of my neck- not upward toward mouth. A sty in both eyes- Im not prone to getting stys.
7.31.2021 – Persistent sore throat and sinus pressure
Motion sickness, Skin disorder and Skin exfoliation
3.7.2021 – 99.2 temp, 144/75 BP. Motion sickness 2 days.
3.8.2021 – 99.5 temp, 136/76 BP.
3.9.2021 – 100 temp, 146/78 BP. coughing, clear pleum
3.10.2021 – 99.2 temp, 136/74 BP. Mild dizziness
3.11.2021 – 99.4 temp, 134/76 BP.
3.12.2021 – 99.1 temp. 132/72 BP.
3.19.2021 – Headache; mostly mild 10 hrs daily, moderate in back area causing dizziness. Use ice water bag on area, lasts about 2 hours. NP
3.26.2021 – Headaches, mild to severe. Neck area painful and stiff. Dizziness mostly mild occasionally severe. Body temp 99-100, BP 124/66 to 134/78.
4.2.2021 – Headaches, mild to moderate. Mostly mild 5 days. Dizziness, mild some moderate. Take Meclizine (1/2, 25mg) as needed. Body temp 99.8, BP 132/68.
4.9.2021 – Neck muscles very tight, in PT 2 x week. Mild headaches on/off. Dizziness is mild, 1 time moderate. Body temp 99.4, BP 126/66. Feeling better 4 days this past week.
10.15.2022 – Coughing excessively, saw Prim Dr, was given other inhaler and refer. I saw Dr (pulmonary), given A/B (5 day course). Feeling better 3 days later. Present; feel better, mild cough w/ less phlegm in throat.
12.29.2022 – Skin issus; dry, flaky skin that itches. Mild headache from constant coughing.
Photophobia, Injection site swelling and Nasal congestion
10.10.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under left armpit same side as injection site
10.11.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under left armpit where shot administered
10.12.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes left armpit on injection site side. Still some swelling at injection site.
10.13.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under armpit area on left side where injection was given
10.14.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in left armpit where shot administered
10.15.2021 – Monitoring swollen lymph nodes under left armpit where injection site was
11.15.2021 – Body odor. Started with the first shot and continues with this one.
11.8.2022 – Gastro, runny/stuffy nose, headache, light sensitivity, body aches
Knee arthroplasty, Asthenia and Injection site pain
3.10.2021 – Sore in the muscle area where injected. Like I feel sometime the next day after lifting weights.
3.12.2021 – I mentioned yesterday that I start my work out because I didnt feel well. I did a full work out today and feel great. I dont think yesterdays workout necessarily could be attributed to the Covid vaccination, yet thats the way I felt.
4.8.2021 – I feel weak, sore all over and tired. I worked all day but did not feel like working.
4.7.2022 – 2 weeks ago I had my knee surgically replaced. Nothing related to Covid.
Movement disorder, Injected limb mobility decreased and Impaired work ability
4.25.2021 – Resticted mobility in injection arm. (Cant undo bra)
4.26.2021 – In shot arm i have reduced mobility/reduced flexibility in shoulder area. Can not reach my bra to unfasten still. This is since 1st shot and continues.
4.28.2021 – Numbness and tingling in arm with shot
4.29.2021 – Still restricted movement in arm/shoulder
5.21.2021 – Fever, chills, headache, muscle pain and body ache, tired, diarrhea and vomiting
10.24.2021 – I did get quite ill and missed work. It was flu like but more in chest. Tested negative for covid during sickness. Sickness lasted 8-10 days. Have been vaccinated for flu this year.
Triple negative breast cancer, Breast mass and Mass
9.30.2021 – Just sore at site of shot. I always get that from any shot.
10.1.2021 – My lymph node near my breast on same side of injection is a little swollen. Will keep an eye on it.
10.2.2021 – Armpit lymph node on same side of injection is swollen like yesterday, but also itches
10.3.2021 – My lymph node near under my arm, on the same side of the shot, is still swollen.
10.4.2021 – Swelling on armpit lymph node seems to be going away.
10.5.2021 – Lymph node swelling under arm is GONE
4.20.2022 – I shouldn't have had the pneumonia vaccine at the same time. Both arms hurt. I cannot sleep because I cannot get comfortable.
4.22.2022 – Right lymph node in armpit is swollen
5.2.2022 – My right shoulder, same as infection arm, is very painful. Wondering if it's related to the shot or not.
5.9.2022 – At time of 1st booster in my left arm, lymph nodes in left underarm area swelled up. Now I have a hard lump in that breast area. I have a diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound coming up 5 weeks after my 2nd booster right arm. Might be unrelated. Dr set up diagnostic and ultrasound on left Brest 5 weeks after 2nd booster.
5.30.2022 – I had a mammogram and an ultrasound on May 27, 2022 and I have a lump. I am getting a biopsy on May 31. I am telling you this as I had swelling in underarm lymph nodes after booster. You do not need to call as I am receiving excellent medical care. Medical Imaging center, met w/Dr
7.18.2022 – I have been diagnosed 5/27/2022 with breast cancer of the left breast, triple negative. I see oncologist and get chemo infusions.
10.10.2022 – Very tired
Muscular weakness, Hypoesthesia and Paresthesia
4.3.2021 – Ive been feeling numbness and tingling in both my hands. It started last night, was pretty severe, and today it is moderate.
4.4.2021 – Im still feeling pins and needles in my hands. I also feel them in my feet, and other areas of my body. My hands are becoming numb and weak. Going to consult someone within the upcoming week.
4.5.2021 – Im still feeling pins and needles in my hands and feet.
4.6.2021 – Still having pins and needles in my hands and feet. Theyre mild currently.
4.7.2021 – Mild pins and needles in my hands and feet. Weakness in my hands. Blood work from Doctors yesterday came back today and everything is normal. Pins and needles are a side effect of the vaccine and this needs to be a warning for the public.
4.8.2021 – Mild pins & needles in my hands. Getting better each day since night of vaccination, but still present.
Limb discomfort, Hypoesthesia and Asthenia
5.30.2021 – I have a had a mild cough as well
6.29.2021 – My arm where I got the covid shit has really been doing poorly and sometimes I move the arm a certain way and I can't breathe well,I have to rest for a few minutes to recover.
7.9.2021 – My left arm where I got my covid shot has really been bothering me and it's getting worse by the day I went to the doctor and they gave me some cream to rub on the muscles but it's still on constant pain,I can't even pick up things heavier than 5 lbs
8.24.2021 – I am tired a lot of the times and my breathing is off, my arm where I got my covid shit is constantly in pain. Sometime my arm goes numb and looses strength. I went to heartland here in Lawrence Kansas and they sent me to get a ultrasound on my arm and said it is nothing that they can see.but I'm still in pain.
Aphasia, Gastroesophageal reflux disease and Dyspepsia
11.17.2021 – Swollen axillary lymph nodes in the arm that received the vaccine
11.18.2021 – Axillary lymph nodes are swollen in arm that received the injection
11.29.2021 – Elevated heart rate, chest pain
12.13.2021 – Nausea, shortness of breath, chest pain
10.1.2022 – Severe indigestion despite no changes in diet
10.2.2022 – Swollen axillary lymph nodes in the vaccinated arm, severe indigestion and reflux despite no changes in diet
10.3.2022 – Swelling of axillary lymph nodes in arm that received the injection, moderate indigestion despite no changes in diet
10.28.2022 – Persistent dry cough
11.11.2022 – Persistent dry cough disruptive to the point that I have difficulty speaking full sentences.
Neck mass, Mass and Nodule
5.27.2021 – Strange metallic taste in my mouth started yesterday but it has gone away.
5.28.2021 – Lump on right side of collarbone and today pain on right side of lower neck short stabbing pains. Overall malaise
5.29.2021 – Glands swollen in neck slight pain in collarbone but lump has decreased not so tender to the touch. Still tired malaise
5.30.2021 – Small lump in collarbone there but not as big as it was. Arm still very warm to the touch.
5.31.2021 – Lump still prominent on collarbone has me scared
Oral pain, Stomatitis and Ear discomfort
4.9.2021 – Pain inside of my mouth...its a similar feeling to when you eat too much pineapple. Coloring in mouth is fine. Im now sensitive to toothpaste (toothpaste stings). Also today I have a metallic taste.
4.10.2021 – Rawness in my mouthfeels like I ate too much pineapple (but I didnt eat pineapple). Also metallic taste
4.11.2021 – Metallic taste, inside of mouth feels raw
4.12.2021 – Metallic taste in my mouth. Raw feeling in my mouth.
4.13.2021 – Metallic taste
5.13.2021 – Continued metallic taste and raw feeling in my mouth (feels similar to after eating pineapple).
8.21.2022 – Cough,sinus pressure
10.22.2022 – Sinus infection and clogged ears
Middle insomnia, Abdominal distension and Abdominal pain
3.19.2021 – Not a good appetite. Sometimes, I think I have a little headache.
3.20.2021 – I feel like my stomach is in my throat. Also, the mild abdominal pain I've had for several days. I didn't report it because it's off and on and I thought it was something else.
3.21.2021 – Feel more normal today.
3.23.2021 – Everyday since Ive had the shot, Ive experienced waking up in the middle of the night just drenched with sweat. I cool down and then wake up in the morning drenched again. I dont experience this during the day.
4.20.2021 – Im not sure if its the vaccine but I become very bloated sometimes. Just for a moment I feel like Im going to throw up, sometimes. The stomach inflammatory feeling has lessened but I seem to fill up fast as though my food is at my throat.
Psychomotor disadaptation syndrome, Craniocerebral injury and Post concussion syndrome
1.7.2021 – Just hot then cold feelings / temperature instability feeling
3.17.2021 – Back strain ( recurrence of chronic problem )
3.19.2022 – Had a fall due to tripping. Had minor concussion. Minor Post concussive symptoms are persisting.
4.14.2022 – Left arm mild lymph node soreness (injection side )
4.15.2022 – Usual post fall & TBI Lightheadedness
4.16.2022 – Same mild unrelated to Vaccine TBI symptoms
10.11.2022 – Had COVID - confirmed by labtest Aug 15th Have Asthma recurrence still active Fall allergy symptoms Pulmonologist
10.24.2022 – Allergy symptoms like all Autumns
Blood glucose decreased, Diabetes mellitus and Dysphonia
1.27.2021 – Rash on my back and legs below my knees but it is gone now.
2.25.2021 – I did get a rash on both arms and on both legs. The left leg lasted several days. It is not as bad now. No longer on arms but still on left leg and left flank left of my belly button.. Said to put on hydrocortisone cream on it.
4.1.2021 – Body aches. Nausea
5.20.2021 – Left side pain in abdomen, extreme nausea. Two cat scans. No definitive diagnosis. Weight loss.
8.21.2021 – Sniffles and congestion. No fever, but we have fires in our area so it could be from smoke. I always wear my clean mask in public and haver have sanitizer with me always
10.1.2021 – I want sure if I should mention this because I do not know if it is a verifiable dude effects. I am a Type 1 diabetic. In the first 36 hours following my booster vaccine (of which I and very grateful) I had 4 critical low glucose levels of below 40.
10.2.2021 – 1 very low blood sugar under 40. Night sweat.
11.2.2021 – Nausea, running nose and congestion. Feel really sick..
3.29.2022 – I've had severe running noise and a hoarse cough but no fever. I took a home fast Covid check and it was negative but I am a teacher. I don't know how accurate those home tests are I have a raging headache.
Presyncope, Body temperature decreased and Syncope
12.22.2020 – Temperature a degree lower than normal. Had a slight metallic taste in mouth a for a few seconds after injection.
12.23.2020 – Tingling/prickling on soles of feet so intense it woke me up and mild tingling/pickling in hands. Loss of appetite. Some coughing that comes and goes.
12.24.2020 – Still experiencing some tingles in my hands and feet and a generally unwell feeling.
12.25.2020 – Noticed a swollen lymph node on the right side of my neck that is tender to the touch. Have a general unwell feeling still.
1.12.2021 – When I try to walk I start feeling very lightheaded and like I am going to faint. Moving around also triggers intense waves of nausea.
1.13.2021 – Lymph nodes on the right side of my neck are swollen and tender. They are the same ones that swelled after the first shot.
1.14.2021 – Lymph nodes on the right side of my neck and down toward my collarbone are sore and swollen today. It is causing discomfort. Also, the lymph nodes under my right arm pit are sore and tender. My injection was in my right arm, though.
10.1.2021 – Painful and swollen lymph nodes in neck, the collarbone area, armpit, and breast on side I receieved the vaccine.
10.3.2021 – Lymph nodes still swollen and painful around collarbone and in armpit.
10.4.2021 – Lymph nodes still tender and swollen.
10.5.2021 – Lymph nodes still tender.
Tenderness, Feeling hot and Edema peripheral
9.30.2021 – Temperature wasn't high enough to be a fever, but felt very hot, and noticed my resting HR was around 107, while my usual is around 80
10.1.2021 – I have some swelling and tenderness in the armpit of the arm that I received the injection in, presumably a lymph node.
10.2.2021 – swelling in armpit on arm that I received the injection in reducing in size and pain
10.3.2021 – Swelling in the armpit of the injection side arm is gone, pain is only present with palpation
Dysstasia, Gait disturbance and Night sweats
3.30.2021 – Mild increased warmth & very slight swelling ONLY at injection site yesterday 3/29 & today 3/30
3.31.2021 – Night sweats last 2 nights
4.1.2021 – Night sweats last 3 nights
4.2.2021 – Night sweats for past 4 nights.
4.3.2021 – Night sweats for last 5 nights
4.20.2021 – Very slight intermittent headache last night and this morning, resolving without medication. Slight like cramps this afternoon, possibly due to standing and walking more than usual today.
7.21.2021 – Increased difficulty initially standing/walking but probably related to obesity & worsening cardiac health, NOT post-COVID illness in January 2021 or post-COVID vaccine.
Mass, Neoplasm malignant and Back pain
3.21.2021 – Just a case of the blahs
4.14.2021 – Backache
4.22.2021 – I had a case or two of diarrhea, and still some muscle aches
5.1.2021 – Muscle and joint aches. Did not stop me from working because I'm self-employed and can't stop working
5.13.2021 – Just keep getting muscle aches and joint aches and back ache not all the time like right after the second shot good more than would have been expected
7.8.2021 – The joint and muscle aches and pains that I thought had started to fade did not. It just took a little breather to come back stronger than ever. Also since my last check in been diagnosed with cancer wondering how this might affect things.
10.7.2021 – After having the muscle and joint aches that continually got worse after the second half of the vaccine, I've been discovered a lump that was diagnosed as cancer charity healthcare
4.8.2022 – At my last check-in I had questions about the treatments I was going to have to undergo because I have been diagnosed with cancer. I got a call from you all and unfortunately I deleted the number before I called you back. I would like to talk to some Cancer treatment
Lower urinary tract symptoms, Micturition urgency and Temperature intolerance
1.11.2021 – Accelerated heart rate
1.13.2021 – Acid Reflux first thing in AM, never had before
1.15.2021 – Mild congestion and runny nose since yesterday
1.16.2021 – Higher than usual blood sugar for the last 5 days but did not think of the vaccine as the reason until today
1.18.2021 – Higher than usual blood sugar
1.24.2021 – Chills and joint pains in the evenings and at night
1.13.2022 – Neurogenic Bladder type of symptoms with urinary frequency and urgency onset 4 months post vaccine and continue. A full work up has been done to rule out other causes. Extreme nerve sensitivity to heat (hot water when washing dishes or showering)
Thyroid disorder, Myalgia and Arthralgia
3.30.2021 – More fatigue
10.8.2021 – Fatigue, exhaustion, worse than what I experienced the 3rd day following the booster. This is very similar to what I experienced after the 2nd inoculation.
10.15.2021 – More extreme fatigue and body aches.
10.29.2021 – Muscle and joint aches
12.18.2021 – Turns out the booster really, seriously threw off my thyroid. I have hypothyroidism, corrected medically. Recent blood work revealed almost nonfunctioning. (b)(6) on increased synthetic thyroid for 4-5 days. Still dealing with overwhelming fatigue, dry Phone request for blood work
3.18.2022 – Extreme fatigue Phone request for blood work order
5.22.2022 – Extreme fatigue Primary care and rheumatology appts. In person.
5.24.2022 – Extreme fatigue, overall body pain
Muscle strain, Hypoesthesia and Paresthesia
4.8.2021 – Hurt too much to lie down in bed.
4.27.2021 – I doubt this is related, but my left wrist has some lumps and is painful. Part of my palm feels slightly numb. My vaccines wer in my left arm. It might be totally unrelated.
5.18.2021 – This is not getting worse but not getting better. I mentioned it before . Might simply be an unrelated wrist injury. left inside wrist has some lumps. Some numbness in palm. Some nerve tingling/pain/strain. Started 1 week after vaccine. Same side vax
Carpal tunnel decompression, Limb operation and Deafness unilateral
2.4.2021 – Soreness at injection site
3.5.2021 – Slight headache occasionally
3.7.2021 – Pain in mouthgums and tongue
3.8.2021 – Soreness in the back gums in my mouth
3.9.2021 – Soreness in bottom back gums in mouth
3.10.2021 – Sore throat
5.24.2022 – I received a breast cancer diagnosis yesterday. I had a 2 ultrasounds, 1 biopsy, and a mammogram as an outpatient.
5.31.2022 – Nasal and chest congestion as if I have a cold. I have been taking Coricidin HBP chest congestion and cough softgels and Tylenol extra strength. My temperature has remained normal.
8.2.2022 – Had breast cancer surgery on 07/15/2022. Being treated now for a fungus that appeared under my breasts.
Abnormal dreams, Limb discomfort and Upper-airway cough syndrome
2.3.2021 – Strange dreams last night. My father in law and husband also experienced this. I can tell I had a shot in my arm but it is very mild and I would not classify as painful
2.24.2021 – No think symptoms are stress related
3.30.2021 – Allergies are acting up only. Mostly sinus pressure. Normal for me at this time of year.
2.23.2022 – Covid positive 1/4/2022. Symptoms started 12/31/2021. Started with tickle in throat and some post nasal drip. Had significant sore throat 1/3-1/5 and then symptoms resolved
Brain neoplasm, Seizure and Injection site pruritus
2.16.2021 – I have a pre-existing brain tumor
2.19.2021 – I feel sick every day of my life
2.21.2021 – I have other issues that make me not feel well every day.
2.22.2021 – I never feel "GOOD". I have numerous medical issues.
3.15.2021 – Itching started 5 days after getting the shot. I still have moderate itching today. Fatigue is normal for me. I am disabled and have a brain tumor and A-Fib.
3.22.2021 – Itching and redness near vaccine site 5 days after getting the shot. It is better now.
3.8.2022 – Seizures from a brain tumor.
Throat irritation, Nasopharyngitis and Cough
12.18.2021 – My toddler had croup (tested neg for COVID). I probably have a mild case of whatever he had a few days ago. Minimal cough /tickle in throat mostly
5.21.2022 – Felt like I had a mild cold. Tested neg for COVID when symptomatic. A week later tested positive for COVID (I retested after my husband started getting cold-like symptoms and tested positive)
10.20.2022 – I have a cold. COVID negative, probably just something from my kid in daycare. His whole class has a cough
Hypoacusis, Abdominal pain lower and Respiratory symptom
3.18.2021 – I have mild joint aches, mostly in my elbows, knees, and ankles. That could be from anything, though. I feel mildly fatigued. Again, that could be from anything or nothing.
3.23.2021 – My face is red and feels hot, I do not have a fever
4.5.2021 – LLQ pain maybe diverticulitis, low back pain, L hip pain, pain behind L knee
6.21.2021 – Joint pain in wrists, hip, ankles;Headaches; Increase in migraines;Feeling tired/winded frequently
10.25.2021 – I have rib pain, more on the left than the right, and more in the front than back. It's not cardiac in nature, it's musculoskeletal, and is very tender when I palpate my sternum/ribs.
11.1.2021 – Probably unrelated: gastric reflux, cough, upper respiratory allergy symptoms
1.3.2022 – Abdominal pain, bloating. Mild nausea. Gas. It's been so long since my booster in sure it's not related.
5.23.2022 – Mild dizziness
5.25.2022 – I think my migraine today is just my longstanding migraine disease.
5.27.2022 – The headache was a migraine. I have a long history. Body aches- maybe from exercise classes?
10.21.2022 – Stomach/esophagus. Worsening acid reflux. Test scheduled for poss hiatal hernia or stricture
12.9.2022 – Ear ache, ear infection, z pack didn't help much.
Hypersensitivity, Somnolence and Injection site swelling
1.18.2021 – I was exposed to higher than normal allergens over the past few days, unsure if that would impact my response
1.27.2021 – Swelling, redness, and some itching in a large area around the injection site that began a week after getting the vaccine; may have been related to exposure to allergens (visiting friends with animals I have allergies to).
2.15.2021 – Felt groggy and fatigued over the weekend after receiving dose #2; took Aleve every 12 hours which seemed to work well for any other side effects I might have experienced
Diverticulitis, Injection site rash and Rash
2.1.2021 – Injection site rash appeared on day 8 post injection. Itchy red rash lasted several days, but improved almost immediately with oral benadryl and topical cortisone cream. Was a bit frightening and I would like to know if this poses a prob for inj #2
2.19.2021 – Small area on injection arm but separate from injection site and lower on the arm.
2.20.2021 – Slight fading rash lower than injection site.
2.21.2021 – The small rash on my arm lower than injection site is barely visable. No itching.
3.15.2021 – Low fever, chills, nausea
2.15.2022 – Diverticulitis-not covid related.
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