Their Stories

Muscle injury, Fall and Arthritis

3.28.2021 – my usual temp 96.5ish

3.31.2021 – discovered injection site sore when touched but not painf

12.28.2021 – g.i. issues due, i think, to consuming food that was going bad

4.19.2022 – i did have stiffness in my upper arm after injection

7.15.2022 – nothing covid related. fell and messed up my hamstring. had surgery for arthritis surgery chiropractic

10.14.2022 – had a cold this past week. feeling better now. cough, congestion, low grade temp, sneezing, sore throat. 2 neg home covid tests to the question below worked from home instead of going to the office

Dental operation, Respiratory syncytial virus infection and Lethargy

3.18.2021 – I have a possible C-diff infection.

5.11.2021 – Horrific vertigo post dental work last Wednesday. The first time I've ever had that reaction. Likely just an unrelated reaction to the anesthetic (septocaine and epinephrine), but I figured I'd log it just in case.

10.19.2021 – Mild cold symptoms here and there, likely unrelated.

12.10.2021 – Mild congestion

12.27.2021 – Mild congestion, minor fatigue

1.12.2022 – Ongoing nasal congestion.

1.17.2022 – Continued nasal congestion

8.7.2022 – Insomnia

8.25.2022 – Got the monkeypox vaccine almost a week ago. Injection site still quite painful.

11.3.2022 – Congestion, mild coughing. Standard RSV symptoms. Also had a *bad* flu.

12.27.2022 – Minor cold. Post nasal drip, sore throat, lethargy.

Nausea, Injection site pain and Chills

10.18.2021 – Just pain some pain in the arm where i got the shot

10.19.2021 – Pain in arm still from shot but less than yesterday slight nausea this morning

10.20.2021 – Felt chills briefly last night

10.21.2021 – Mainly fatigue slight headache last night and this morning

10.22.2021 – Slight fatigue the last few days. Nothing else today.

10.23.2021 – Not as tired as the last couple days. Feel pretty good

11.8.2021 – Slight headache, slight, nausea and slight arm pain around shit area

11.10.2021 – Oddly sore throat

11.22.2021 – Mild Nausea all day saturday

Oligomenorrhea, Swollen tongue and COVID-19

3.11.2021 – Sore throat today

6.24.2021 – Menstrual cycle has been 34-37 days instead of my normal 28 days. This started in February, I didnt realize then it was something I should report.

9.23.2021 – I had a couple days 2 weeks ago I was very fatigued and aches. I said to my husband it felt like I had gotten a vaccine or something. He suggested it could have been covid. Ran minor fever for 2 days too. Then it all cleared up.

1.28.2022 – Had covid. Ran fever for 2 days, aches and pains for 3 days.

10.30.2022 – Sore throat and swollen tongue all the time

Palatal swelling, Localized infection and Ovarian cyst

4.16.2021 – Itchiness distal to injection site on wrist without rash

5.1.2021 – 5 cm ovarian cyst. Severe abd pain & nausea. Trip to ER last night 4/30

5.14.2021 – Severe lethargy, back pain, lightheadedness

5.19.2021 – Heartburn, insomnia, muscle pain in my back in atypical area

5.20.2021 – Back pain started 24 hrs after vaccine- muscular

5.27.2021 – Congestion/allergies, losing my voice at times

6.4.2021 – Asthma and sinus problems. Increase in use in inhaler and wheezing

6.10.2021 – Facial swelling, congestion, headaches, swelling to roof of mouth started on 6/7

8.12.2021 – Infection to R Thumb- antibiotics for 10 days

11.11.2021 – Diarrhea, headache

Weight decreased, Rash pruritic and Hyperhidrosis

6.3.2021 – 9 hrs after the shot, I had 4 bouts of vomiting, a complete bowel emptying, sweating, chills, headache, achy hips, and spent the better part of the next 2 days in bed. There was 1 more bout of vomiting 32 hrs after the shot and diarrhea 98 hours after the shot. Still feeling fragile. I lost 2.5 lbs from 115.

1.14.2022 – shooting pains top right side of head

1.17.2022 – Nausea and fever were overnight after my last report. I seemed to have a relapse day Sunday 1/16, but have been feeling much better again today.

5.26.2022 – Vaccine has been onboard for only 2 hours

5.30.2022 – Arm pain returned, but came in waves instead of being constant

6.30.2022 – Fatigue

12.23.2022 – very mild itchy rash front left ribs area. I also had a rash there after the Shringrix vaccine.

Mobility decreased, Muscular weakness and Tremor

2.6.2021 – Had body tremors all over when I went to bad last night. Lasted about 30 - 45 minutes.

2.7.2021 – Range of motion for moving arm up or lifting dishes into microwave. Cant lift anything heavy.

2.8.2021 – Lifting any weight with left arm, coffee cup, tender . If too heavy can not lift.

2.9.2021 – No

2.10.2021 – Better movement in left arm, better lifting heavier objects.

3.4.2021 – Took Tylenol

3.10.2021 – Taking 4-6 Tylenol /day for headaches. May be masking other symptoms.

Skin hemorrhage, Bradykinesia and Bradyphrenia

5.21.2021 – I'm tired, sleepy, dizzyI got a rash or irritation on armpits, groins, legs/hips. Is very itchy and annoying

5.28.2021 – More tired and sleepy Bigger rash all over the my body, had to go to dr and get medications, very itchy, really bad reaction

6.10.2021 – Huga, heaby rash all over the body, especially near groints and armpits and neck area

6.17.2021 – More rash, feel like ripping my skin off, headaches, body pain

6.28.2021 – Rash, rash rash. It doesn't go away. I've been with 2 drs and still have the itching

7.1.2021 – Still itchy, tired, shaky

7.12.2021 – The itchiness is not going away. I feel like reaping my skin off. I have huge bruises all over and I'm bleeding from scratching

7.16.2021 – Tiredness, slower in thoughts and actions

Dislocation of vertebra, Crepitations and Musculoskeletal stiffness

4.1.2021 – Slight Nausea

4.22.2021 – Im experiencing neck pain on the left side of my neck and have gone to the chiropractor several times but my neck keeps grinding and popping for the past three weeks. It's probably not related but just in case I wanted to report it.

9.7.2021 – Neck pain. My neck has been clicking, and stiff. I went to a chiropractor severals but it didnt help. I recently had an exay that showed my neck bones from 3 to 5 are overlaping. This probability has nothing to do with the vaccine.

Lymphedema, Respiratory symptom and Joint swelling

9.3.2021 – I felt dizzy not long after the injection

9.17.2021 – Chest congestion stuffy nose and ears. Sore throat and overall feeling tired and dizzy

10.5.2021 – I have to see my doctor due to feeling like I have pneumonia Not sure whatever my doctor orders

10.6.2021 – I'm in the hospital due to unrelated conditions Due to neededing imaging I has some issues

10.7.2021 – Due to a heath issue I'm not feeling well Dr pcp I will have tomorrow

10.29.2021 – Lymph nodes are filling with fluid

11.5.2021 – Feet swelling up to my knees None because my doctor doesn't help me

Cardiac flutter, Heart rate irregular and Blood pressure increased

3.21.2021 – Heart palpitations and elevated blood pressure

3.22.2021 – Mild fluctuations in heart rhythm and occasional tightness in chest

3.23.2021 – My blood pressure levels have been elevated and experiencing some heart palpitations that started before my first vaccine but have been worse since the first shot. Also had a strange reaction on first day of shot.

3.24.2021 – Elevated blood pressure and irregular heartbeat since I received first vaccination Scheduled visit with cardiologist for tomorrow morning

3.25.2021 – Met with my cardiologist today and they think my symptoms of heart palpitations and high blood pressure were reactions to vaccine and not cardiac related from my previous afib diagnosis in 2015 Office visit to my cardiologist nurse practitioner

7.15.2021 – I am definitely more fatigued and tired in general compared to before my vaccination

10.14.2021 – General fatigue

Swelling, Peripheral swelling and Edema peripheral

3.11.2021 – Soreness in my right armpit same arm I received the shot in.

3.12.2021 – Pain in right armpit (same arm I received shot in)

4.3.2021 – Swelling and pain in my right armpit the same I received the shot in

4.4.2021 – Swelling and some pain in right armpit

4.5.2021 – Swelling under right arm same arm I received shot in

4.6.2021 – Little pain and swelling under right arm same arm I received shot in

4.7.2021 – Swelling a a bit of pain under my right arm same arm I received shot in

4.8.2021 – A bit of swelling and pain under my right arm same arm I received shot in

4.9.2022 – Not a clear head a feeling of fuzziness

Intertrigo, Paranasal sinus hyposecretion and Paranasal sinus inflammation

3.10.2021 – Sinus inflammation (dry), TMJ pain. Combination tension/sinus headache, neck pain, shoulder pain, dizziness. All these symptoms are accounted for by known chronic conditions and preceded my vaccination. Some very mild little patches of psoriasis and eczema. No new rashes.

3.11.2021 – My arm is just a little tender and occasionally itchy. All my many other symptoms are consistent with what I was already experiencing from my chronic health issues prior to receiving the shot.

3.12.2021 – No symptoms that aren't associated with my pre-existing chronic health conditions.

3.14.2021 – All symptoms are part of my normal chronic health conditions.

3.15.2021 – All of the symptoms I am experiencing are typical for me with my chronic health conditions. I'm not experiencing any other symptoms.

3.16.2021 – Only the abdominal pain is remotely noteworthy. I have IBS though and the way it presents has changed significantly since I had laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis last November. My gut is more sensitive and slow than before my surgery. I'm petty sure this abdominal/pelvic pain is cramping from constipation and gas. Everything else is a pre-existing symptom I've had even longer.

3.17.2021 – All pretty much like yesterday.

4.2.2021 – I have fatigue, muscle aches & joint pain every day. They aren't any worse than before my vaccination. The headache is almost definitely stress related

4.3.2021 – All of my symptoms are consistent with my pre-existing conditions. Nothing has changed since my vaccination.

4.5.2021 – None of my symptoms are unusual for me.

4.6.2021 – I had some nausea and dizziness last night after I had already completed my check-in. That went away after I slept. I'm mostly just really tired today, but that could also be connected to a lot of stress & depression.

4.7.2021 – These are all typical symptoms for me.

4.28.2021 – Depression and mood swings. Probably not related to the vaccine though.

6.30.2021 – Nausea, fatigue, dizziness, peripheral edema in feet & ankles, changes to appetite, weight loss, bruising, dry flaky skin on my face. I think most of these symptoms are connected with anxiety & anemia, not my vaccine.

9.29.2021 – Worse menstrual symptoms - cramps, fatigue etc. Cycle disregulation. Some spotting. Early periods.I now get an injection site reaction when I take my Humira. Never had a shot reaction to Humira prior to my Pfzr vax. Now I get a raised itchy bruise.

10.3.2021 – Changes to monthly cycle. Early periods. More severe pmdd & menstrual symptoms. Occasional Tinnitus.Injection site reaction to Humira only started after the PfzrVax. Humira injections now itch & for days.Oral & topical antihistamines don't help.

10.9.2021 – Traces of blood in vaginal discharge well after my period ended.

4.29.2022 – All the symptoms I'm feeling today are typical with my many chronic health conditions.

5.7.2022 – Stiff joints. Itchy eyes. Could also just be the weather.

6.4.2022 – Itchy red/pink intertrigo rash under the belly and around my waist and lower torso.

10.22.2022 – Flare-up of arthritis/joint pain & possibly tendinitis especially in my right elbow. Humira wasn't helping. Just switched to Enbrel. I got cortisone injections in my R elbow & R knee. helping some. Flaky itchy skin (psoriasis maybe) inside my ears.

Bone pain, Swelling and Neck pain

2.19.2021 – This is my second dose, I had pain, swelling and pain for the first week after my first dose. I forgot to register when I got my first dose. Have had joint pain since first shot.

2.23.2021 – Neck pain

6.11.2021 – Severe joint and bone pain. Same symptoms I had for 5 days after initial shot and 3 days after 2nd shot. The pain has been intermittent. Have had 1 to 2 days of pain, then it goes away. Take Tylenol & Motrin for pain, about 4 episodes since vaccine.

9.10.2021 – I had Covid

Tenderness, Edema peripheral and Axillary pain

4.2.2021 – I had axillary swelling and tenderness since March 30 night (I took the first dose on March 25). The symptom was obvious on the night of March 30 until March 31. Since the noon of April 1st, the symptom has been lessened .

4.26.2021 – On the morning of Apr 22, I took the second shot. Since midnight of Apr 23, I had fever, chill, body aches, headache, a bit nausea until Apr 24 morning. Since Apr 24, I had severe axillary pain until Apr 25. Since the night of Apr 25, I had headache until today.

10.30.2021 – I had headache, fever and tenderness of armpit from 10/26-10/27

Specialist consultation, Injection site warmth and Ear pain

12.22.2020 – Mild Asthma- due to Daily maintenance medications Office visit with allergy/ asthma specialist

1.13.2021 – Arm feels hot to the touch around the injection site

1.18.2021 – Shortness of breath

1.19.2021 – Nasal congestion, shortness of breath

1.26.2021 – For the day after my last check-in I experienced a worsening shortness of breath that has since dissipated.

2.16.2021 – Shortness of breath Physician- regular office visit

1.14.2022 – Headache, feverish, ear ache, sore throat, fatigue, sneezing, diarrhea. I am waiting for results from a cv-19 test

1.27.2022 – Diarrhea - probably because I'm still recovering from cv-19 infection. I tested positive on 1/10/22

Pulmonary congestion, Lung disorder and Respiratory symptom

3.21.2021 – Just some mild muscle ache -like someone punched me in the arm - right after I was given the vaccine.

4.4.2021 – My eyesight feels as though it has weakened.

4.14.2021 – Mild respiratory difficulties; like I was coming down with a cold. Raspy feeling in my lungs.

5.24.2021 – Hives or raised bumps on both of my thighs. I started experiencing this about two months ago, but thought they were bug bites. This might have been related to the vaccine. Putting collagen creme on them seems to reduce the bumps.

7.13.2021 – Brown patches of itchy scans around the injection site. I removed them with Scotch tape and have had no problems since.

Uterine dilation and curettage, Uterine leiomyoma and Loss of personal independence in daily activities

3.30.2021 – Stuffy nose and some sneezing, maybe seasonal allergy related can't tell

3.31.2021 – Slightly stuffy nose, not sure if it seasonal allergy related or not

4.1.2021 – Minor stuffy nose which maybe seasonal allergy related. A little soreness in left armpit area ( same arm) vaccine was given. in

4.24.2021 – Some minor dehydration.

5.20.2021 – Menstrual cramping was worse than normal for recent menstrual period.

6.3.2021 – Some recent nausea just this last week and some muscle aches. Not sure if it is vaccine related or not.

7.22.2021 – Menstrual periods have much heavier flow and severe cramping. No changes to cycle time or duration of menstrual periods.

10.21.2021 – Still experiencing more painful menstruation. Cramping is still very bad and painful and sometimes keeps me from normal daily activities. Last cycle was a little better but still not back to pre vaccine norm.

4.22.2022 – Uterine fibroids and andenomysis Hysterscopy with D&C for fibroid removal

Muscle twitching, Alopecia and Gastroesophageal reflux disease

3.2.2021 – Twitching on my lip

3.24.2021 – I have developed intense reflux since first vaccine. Didnt connect the possibility of the Pfizer vaccine until now.

4.12.2021 – I began to lose some hair after vaccine 1 but now (after vaccine 2) I have only one patch of hair in the back. Had blood work. All levels of thyroid, iron, etc are perfect. Had this reaction to Remicade years ago. Distressed about it

4.18.2021 – Major hair loss Dermatologist

5.1.2021 – Losing my hair!!!

6.19.2021 – Hair loss. Continued gastric upset Dr

Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia and Flushing

4.19.2021 – Just cheeks have been flush today but other than that Im feeling good.

4.25.2021 – I have the above symptoms but I have arthritis and fibromyalgia so it is normal for me.

4.26.2021 – I believe my muscle and body aches are due to my fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis not the vaccine. Its normal for me.

5.13.2021 – I have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia so symptoms are not likely due to the vaccine

5.14.2021 – I have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia so my aches and pains are normal for me and not likely due to the vaccine.

5.16.2021 – These symptoms are likely due to my osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia more so than the vaccine.

5.17.2021 – I have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia so thats likely what my symptoms are rather than from the vaccine.

6.14.2021 – My whole body aches. Hands, feet, legs and arms. Likely my fibromyalgia though.

Myalgia, Respiratory tract congestion and Rhinorrhea

12.15.2021 – Had an unrelated fever for 24 hours 10 days after vaccination (child attends in person school and is required to test for any symptomatic illness. Tested negative for covid.)

6.1.2022 – Has had a couple of minor illnessses. Sore throat and congestion, fever, tested negative for covid both times

7.10.2022 – Currently has fever, runny nose, sore throat. Symptoms started 2 days ago. Negative on antigen covid test yesterday.

12.3.2022 – Had fever and muscle aches with congestion last week. Symptoms started 5 days ago and have now resolved with residual cough.

Muscle strain, Chest pain and Chills

2.10.2021 – Lower Back Muscle Strain - Potentially Trauma Related

2.17.2021 – Muscle Strain in the back - Potentially trauma related. Physical Therapist

3.6.2021 – Chest Pain that prompted a health center visit - Likely a muscle strain from the chills the day of the vaccine.

5.16.2022 – Got COVID on a cruise over Easter Weekend. Symptoms lasted about 5 days and were mild. Mild chills lasted the first 36 hours, moderate congestion and mild fatigue lasted the full 5 days. Began testing negative after 12 days. No lasting effects.

Swelling, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

4.23.2021 – I have an area of swelling near my collarbone, probably a lymph node Im guessing that is the size of a golf ball. It is quite painful

4.24.2021 – The swelling above my collarbone on my right side has gotten larger and theres now swelling in the armpit area on the right hand side as well. This is the side my injection was given on

4.26.2021 – I still have the swelling near my collarbone and in my armpit area

5.5.2021 – Headache, nausea, diarrhea

Unexpected vaginal bleeding on hormonal IUD, Mood swings and Postmenopausal hemorrhage

5.10.2021 – Dizziness

5.11.2021 – First menstrual cycle in FOUR YEARS

5.12.2021 – Hot flashes, severe mood swings

5.13.2021 – First menstrual period in over 4 years + hot flashes. I am not in menopause, just have an IUD (Mirena)

5.14.2021 – Hot flashes

5.15.2021 – Menstrual period after not having it for 4 years

5.31.2021 – Severe diarrhea and dizziness

6.7.2021 – Headaches are getting worse every day. Menstrual bleeding and headache began after first shot, have continued to worsen since second shot. Had not had a period in over 4 years until Covid vaccine.

6.21.2021 – Ear ache

8.9.2021 – Ehlers danlos and ankylosing splondilitis

11.8.2021 – Haven't stopped bleeding since vaccine (menstrual).

2.14.2022 – Bloody nose

2.16.2022 – Sore tbroat

Formication, Pelvic pain and Oropharyngeal discomfort

2.11.2021 – No

2.12.2021 – A funny feeling in my throat, needed water, and a throat lozenges

2.13.2021 – Throat very dry. Needle pinch dry

2.14.2021 – Throat mildly tender/ soreness

4.16.2021 – A mild gasped for breath. It come and go. Strong Headaches, Headaches goes away with Tylenol.

6.10.2021 – I'm often fatigue. I have this creepy crawling feeling on my arms and face. I really can't pinpoint where its coming from.

9.10.2021 – Persistent coughs, and a mild sore throat, comes and go throughout the day, but returns daily.

3.12.2022 – Throat stayed sore, diarrhea, little fatigue

6.26.2022 – Reoccurring pain in lower right towards back hip area and pelvic area Doctor visits

7.14.2022 – Fatigued, lack of energy, spasms in joints

Muscle strain, Dehydration and Feeling hot

3.15.2021 – Hot & sweaty sometimes, then chills

3.16.2021 – Was light headed this morning.

4.5.2021 – Bicept area in arm that reiceved the shot feels strained. I have not done anything very strenious. Just not the norm for me. Don't know if it's related to the vaccine.

4.14.2021 – I forgot to mention yesterday that i have felt deydrated. Yesterday & today.

4.26.2021 – Muscles in arm are sore. Hurts some, don't know why.

7.12.2021 – Headaches more than normal & light headed a few times. Had an MRI done. Dr. said everything looked normal.

Hypertension and Headache

4.16.2021 – Higher BP than normal

4.17.2021 – High BP which is usually completely controlled by medication 150/90 an extra half-dose of meds was needed to reduce BP. Severe headache for 2-3 -4 hours until it subsided w meds and ibuprofen.

4.19.2021 – Very high BP. 140/90 then 160+/100. Called cardiologist and primary care for advice on current medication

4.20.2021 – Slightly elevated BP. Mild headache very early AM. Ibuprofen around the clock to keep headache at bay.

4.21.2021 – Taking ibuprofen round the clock to keep headaches at bay. No rise in BP today.

Feeling cold, Lethargy and Tenderness

4.12.2021 – Felt extremely cold, but wouldnt describe as chills. Also slept for a few hours yesterday after my shot.

4.15.2021 – Sleepy/lethargic

10.10.2021 – I was feeling tired, sore throat & nasal congestion (believe it was allergies though) and no longer experiencing these issues. I did have a Covid test shortly after that time to make sure.

11.7.2021 – Under left arm pits (still moderate and could be lymph nodes though haven't seen lots of swelling) and brief chest pain on same side

11.8.2021 – Sore throat, also still have some tenderness in my left arm pit (same side as where I got the shot), less painful than yesterday

2.4.2022 – Cough, runny nose

Myelodysplastic syndrome unclassifiable, Acute respiratory failure and Shock

2.22.2021 – I developed a DVT in my left arm, the arm I had the vaccine in. My blood thinner was changed from Xarelto to Lovenox. I also have had a rash on my back, stomach, arms and legs. Benadryl has helped and that is much better the last couple of days.

8.14.2021 – Diagnosed with MDS-U (13q)

9.30.2021 – The day after 3rd vaccineacute respiratory failure, AKI, and shock. No organisms were identified. The conclusion was a robust inflammatory response to the vaccination which triggered adrenal insufficiency. I spent 6 days in hospital 8/31-9/6

2.28.2022 – Thrombocytopenia requiring Promacta/Elthrombopag MRSA of toe

8.30.2022 – Worsening anemia requiring blood transfusions

Varicose vein, Supraventricular extrasystoles and Road traffic accident

2.3.2021 – Yesterday, I felt unusually exhausted from work, but Im a Nurse...

3.6.2021 – Right hip arthritis pain

3.8.2021 – Not today, but the last 3 days I had abdominal cramps intermittently and very mild

3.15.2021 – Dizziness in am, was in car accident though last Wednesday Chiropractor visit

3.22.2021 – Stomach aches

3.29.2021 – I have had dizziness at night every night since receiving vaccine, this is the only time I get dizzy, when I lay down, and turn in bed MD appt this thursday

4.5.2021 – An EKG was done and found to have PVCs. Still having dizziness only at night when laying down. All of this started happening after the vaccine. Will be on a holter monitor this week, also getting CT scan of head. PCP visit

5.31.2021 – Varicose veins, insufficiency

3.1.2022 – Racing heart rate, ear infection from infected tooth