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.
Telemedicine, Pneumonia and Sinus disorder
3.10.2021 – Sinuses normal for me!
3.11.2021 – Normal sinus pressure
3.12.2021 – Sinus pressure normal for me
4.3.2021 – Normal Sinus Stuff
3.30.2022 – Vomiting
9.28.2022 – Had the new Covid booster & pneumonia 23 on 9/22 . Pain at shot site. All over body pain & fatigue for 2 days. Feeling much better now!
10.20.2022 – I got Covid. Sore throat, stuffy head, fever flashes, brain fog, fatigue for about 3 days, then felt fine even tho I still tested positive. Tested negative after a total of 11 days. Saw doctors on Telemed. Antiviral drug Paxlovid not necessary!
Gait disturbance, Blood glucose increased and Blood pressure increased
3.3.2021 – Ache in arm of vaccination site
3.5.2021 – Unusually high (170; 169) fasting glucose 2 days.
3.6.2021 – As a Diabetic 2, Ive had elevated glucose numbers 3 days. Friday from 3-10 pm numbers over 260 no reason or changes in my eating or exercise At 10 pm went down to 130 and normal since.
3.31.2021 – Foggy brain, elevated BP, racing pulse
4.1.2021 – Fasting glucose quite elevated 179 this morning.
4.2.2021 – Glucose still running high 275-300
4.4.2021 – Glucose elevated with rapid pulse over 110.
4.13.2021 – Resting pulse high 100-116. Body aches primarily on feet w/difficulty walking and unable to sleep. Aching lasted from 4/8 - today.
4.20.2021 – Still some ache in feet. Today feels like vertigo.
5.11.2021 – Ache in both legs has returned. Have discussed with doctor and will discuss again at next appt
Pharyngeal inflammation, Pharyngeal swelling and Laryngitis
2.3.2021 – Laryngitis raspy voice
2.4.2021 – Hoarseness and laryngitis
2.11.2021 – I have issues with my vocal chords and had laryngitis beginning 6 days after the vaccine. I have yet to see improvement.
2.18.2021 – My laryngitis has not disappeared. I am on vacation from work otherwise I would have needed to take a sick day or two. This condition is something I use to deal with all the time but have not experienced in over a year until the vaccine.Now its ba
2.25.2021 – Laryngitis since first vaccine
3.1.2021 – A little laryngitis which was brought on by the first vaccine
3.4.2021 – Laryngitis
3.18.2021 – My laryngitis is getting worse. I have had this since the first vaccine.
3.25.2021 – I still have laryngitis and inflammation in my throat.
4.1.2021 – Inflammation in my throat is still causing laryngitis
4.8.2021 – Inflammation of my throat causing me to continue to have laryngitis. Humming in my ears. All this time I have been exhausted.
Stent placement, Upper respiratory tract congestion and Thirst
1.23.2021 – No
1.25.2021 – Dry mouth, thirsty frequently.
1.26.2021 – I am experiencing a dryness in my mouth
1.27.2021 – Dryness in my mouth is still there but reduced
1.29.2021 – Chills are diminishing
1.30.2021 – Dryness of my mouth
5.15.2021 – Cough that brings up phlegm
8.14.2021 – Needed 3stints, and need a replacement aortic valve.
2.13.2022 – Aches between my shoulder blades and upper respiratory congestion
5.15.2022 – Developed bronchitis.
5.20.2022 – Developed bronchitis
10.24.2022 – Unusual joint pain, and more intense balance issues
10.29.2022 – Joint pain (knees) and shortness of breath Family doctor office visit
12.17.2022 – Shortness of breath
Aphthous ulcer, Injection site mass and Injection site induration
4.23.2021 – The ache is going into my shoulder blade and skin over it feels a little tingly when touched or showered
4.25.2021 – The arm is still a little sore directly around the injection site but it is substantially better.
5.20.2021 – I got very dizy for a short time right after the shot.
5.23.2021 – Lack of apptite
8.19.2021 – I have had continuing out breaks of canker sores in my mouth for 3 weeks in a row. Don't know if it has anything to do with the vaccine or not, but though I would tell you. I started preventative medication for it.
11.27.2021 – The injection site is extremely hot and hard, like an lump
Joint noise, Fibromyalgia and Oxygen saturation decreased
1.28.2021 – Swelling and discoloration in soft tissue both hands, bone pain
1.29.2021 – Swelling soft tissue of hands popping sounds at joints of Hands, elbows and shoulders pain in bones , have fibromyalgia however had never experienced all of the together this strong along with the mild fever on the 26th of Jan. Also had some symptoms after the 1st shot both time the diarrhea presented 2-3 days later. And felt better the 2nd week after.
1.30.2021 – These might be due to my fibromyalgia at this time my normal
2.22.2021 – Weakness and pain of joints fingers of my hands, pain in my bones general muscle pain
1.25.2022 – Low oxygen levels randomly, morning confusion. Low energy, depression
Vasodilatation, Body temperature decreased and Hypersomnia
3.31.2021 – current temp 99.1F, slept for 3 hours and sweat it out
4.2.2021 – 96.9F temp several times checking today
4.4.2021 – slept abnormally long last night, 9.5 vs 4.5 hours, hurts my back / neck and joints after this long of immobility. takes most of the day to loosen up before I can try to be active
4.5.2021 – Couldn't sleep last night, 1.4 hours REM sleep total. Notable pain in right shoulder down to elbow on bottom side of arm as well as to the wrist when I twist my neck more than 30° from center. Muscle pain on back spinal area but also sharp muscle pain over right kidney and back
4.6.2021 – Back and neck muscles like yesterday and the joints on my right arm or hurting but it is more like nerve pain from my shoulder or neck
4.30.2021 – Headache started yesterday at 6:00 p.m. and kept me awake all night, could not sleep, ended up sleeping 3 hours until lunch time today. No headache feel much better
5.1.2021 – still difficult to focus , mentally. better than yesterday, suspect tomorrow all will be fine
5.2.2021 – Generally tired, but I am also a thyroid cancer patient and with no thyroid replacement hormone just doesn't cut it my body has never been the same and the tiredness I have now seems to be back to normal not as bad as after the injection and immune response, it seems to have normal up
5.3.2021 – Numbness pain right arm. Hand veins bulge when elbow/ forearm are below heart. Left arm no problem. Right hand circulation is fine w/ hand above head..
Hypersensitivity, Dyspnea and Nasopharyngitis
3.13.2022 – A several month spell of head congestion severe. Thanks giving through most of February. Now taking Claritin.. may have new allergy.
4.29.2022 – Severe congestion and trouble breathing, occasional coughing, fatigue
10.10.2022 – Condition similar to a severe cold that continues for weeks .. congestion, difficult breathing but without temperature. Perhaps an allergy but I only had this one time before ?. Last January through march.. self tested negat for COVID both times
Skin discoloration, Pharyngeal swelling and Gastroesophageal reflux disease
2.6.2021 – Moderate headache 45 minutes after shot that lasted 5 hours, then went away (without meds). Moderate headache returned today 2 hours ago.
2.7.2021 – Yesterday headache, turned into migraine with nausea and swollen throat, lasted well after midnight (took meds). Woke up without side effects.
2.8.2021 – Woke up with a headache that progressivly got worse, a migraine. Took meds, and now the migraine is gone.
2.9.2021 – Woke up with a mild headache turned moderate, that hasnt gone away yet.
2.10.2021 – Two small purple spots on toes from Sjogrens, no pain.
2.11.2021 – I didnt report Tuesday evening. A migraine set in Tuesday, after dinner (meds required).
2.27.2021 – Minor blood splatter and tiny blood drops on tissue when blowing nose, which are the same side effects as 1st dose.
2.28.2021 – Little blood splatter and fewer blood drops, when blowing nose.
3.2.2021 – Blood splatter on tissue, when blowing nose.
3.3.2021 – The headache turned into a migraine.
3.5.2021 – Chills and sweating in a.m., headache went into a migraine.
8.26.2021 – Acid reflux problems and more migraines than usual. Scheduled EDG
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Parosmia and Swelling
3.4.2021 – Acid reflux
3.6.2021 – Egg shaped Swelling under my arm
3.7.2021 – Swelling and redness is less today
3.10.2021 – Swelling is going down. Still have small amount under my arm
4.8.2021 – Have had chills in the evenings since getting the vaccine
4.19.2021 – I have noticed that my sense of smell isnt right. And thinking back, I started noticing it about two weeks after the first shot. Most everything smells pretty bad and everyones perfume smells horrible. No matter the fragrance it all smells alik
Dyspnea exertional, Asthma and Brain fog
2.4.2021 – Feel very tired. Do not have the energy i had
2.18.2021 – Asthma
2.25.2021 – Had a little nausea and stomach upset for 2 days on Sat snd Sun. It was the ssme food that both my husband ate and was home made
7.17.2021 – Exacerbation of asthma that happens from time to time
10.7.2022 – Was admitted to hosp with COVID (3RD episode in 2 months) and Rx with Remdisivir for 5 days. Now have fatigue at times and shortness of breath on mild exertion. Initially had brain fog that has gotten significantly better
Tourette's disorder, Impaired work ability and Injection site reaction
6.22.2021 – I have had random pain at the injection site, just an ache, as if Id gotten a flu shot that daybut it was only once that I registered.
11.9.2021 – I've had some bowel troubles recently. Diarrhea, mostly. It only comes for a day or two and then goes, and it's only happened a total of twice, both within the past two weeks. My Tourette's Syndrome is also worse and making me miss work
5.11.2022 – Occasional stomach discomfort, almost nausea, and occasionally a low grade fever of 99
11.20.2022 – My skin around the injection site is bumpy and rough and itches. It's definitely some kind of rash
Drug hypersensitivity, Groin pain and Abdominal pain lower
4.6.2021 – Diagnosed with shingles today : painful left sided lower abdominal,groin, and buttocks blisters, rash and redness from midline to midline
4.13.2021 – Shingles followed by elevated blood sugars, diahrrea, dehydration, allergic reaction to keflex, cellulitis
4.20.2021 – Shingles after #1 vaccine and pain at shingles site after #2
4.21.2021 – Shingles
4.22.2021 – Pain secondary to shingles Homehealth nurse
4.29.2021 – Increased shingles pain frequency Home health and wound care clinic
Depression suicidal, Large intestinal hemorrhage and Apnea
3.4.2021 – I was vomiting last night. Not today. Just nauseous.
3.5.2021 – Headache is SEVERE! Hyponatremia related? Im concerned that my injection has worsened my chronic low blood sodium.
3.6.2021 – Extreme depression that is getting worse by the day. Its really bad. Even to the point of wishing I would die. I never heard of these side effects.
3.8.2021 – My pre-existing back issues are much worse since vaccine. I dont understand the connection. I just know that it is intolerable to walk.
3.10.2021 – Doctor appointment. Having a nerve burning for pain
3.17.2021 – My back pain is so much worse than it was before. It hips now as well. I also have a tightness in my chest with pressure. My breathing is shallow. When laying on my back I catch myself not breathing. Its very scary. Blood pressure is high too. Im happy a procedure next week on my back to burn nerves.
3.24.2021 – Intense pain in lower back across to the hips. Much more intense and painful than before I had COVID. Im having surgery
3.31.2021 – Non stop vomiting. Constant diarrhea. Chills. Headache. Extremely weak & light headed. Shallow rapid breathing My second Covid vaccine was originally scheduled for today but Meijers pharmacy called me and canceled. Now Im supposed to go April 9 I was supposed to have a mammogram tomorrow. I had to cancel.
4.11.2021 – My fibromyalgia is extreme now. My knee, hips, full back, neck, arms, everything hurts really bad. I am going on to see my doctor tomorrow. Ever since I had COVID-19 in January I hurt everywhere. Its extreme! I cant even stand to brush my teeth.
4.12.2021 – Saw my doctor. Hes starting me on Cymbalta for body aches. Also ordered X-rays for knees and hips.
4.15.2021 – Extreme depression just like after first vaccination
4.10.2022 – Hemorrhaging colon. Anemia. My brain isn't working right. I stutter and never had before. Forgetfulness in nearly every sentence. Unable to remember the most common names of things. I try to explaining what word I'm wanting to say and I'm blank.
Abdominal rigidity, Oral mucosal blistering and Hyposmia
4.27.2021 – not chills but dress more than usual, like to keep body warm.
4.28.2021 – I started to have a little blister inside the left lining of my mouth.
4.30.2021 – Dry throat followed by several light coughs first awake in the morning. That actually happened two times in the last few days after the second shot. No such symptoms during the day.
5.1.2021 – Loud tinnitus
5.3.2021 – Mild loose stools yesterday and this morning. Several times of quick spasm of lower right abdomen throughout yesterday but nothing serious. Tinnitus still louder than usual.
6.7.2021 – Mild chills for a couple of nights, very mild diarrhea and a bit tired for a couple of days last mid week.
12.29.2021 – I like to keep myself warmer than usual.
12.30.2021 – Excruciate headache from midnight on 12/30. Serious heart palpitations and a short episode of heart fluttering.
12.31.2021 – I started coughing on and off since the night of the injection. More phlegm in the throat last night.
1.1.2022 – I thought I didn't have a fever yesterday but when I checked later on of the day, I had a 99.4 F temperature. Now I am 98.6 but my usual temperature is 97.4. So I am still having a very very low fever.
1.2.2022 – I did an antigen test yesterday evening and it showed COVID positive. I still have coughing on and off but better than the day before.
1.3.2022 – In the middle of the night, I had sharp pain in the lymph node area underarm, plus headache on the right side. My tinnitus since this morning is loud. The big sneezes sprees started from yesterday late afternoon continues.
1.5.2022 – Tinnitus still medium loud. Just discovered this morning that I can't smell as well as usual.
Biliary colic, Candida infection and Temperature intolerance
1.13.2021 – My gallbladder is now in pain. Had to get an ultrasound today. Ultrasound with (b)(6) and then virtual care visit with my PCP.
1.16.2021 – Gallbladder pain
1.30.2021 – Needing gallbladder removal but probably unrelated. Meet with pcp and general surgeon
2.6.2021 – The vaccine sent me into a full IBS flare
2.16.2021 – Intense depression and fatigue
3.17.2021 – Psoriasis on both elbows
8.2.2021 – Im having issues with extreme fatigue with no known cause.
2.18.2022 – Thrush, another virus
5.20.2022 – Heart intolerance
9.29.2022 – Glands are all swollen
Body temperature decreased, Abdominal pain and Pruritus
12.30.2020 – I did have some abdominal pain last night, after i had already given you a report.
1.1.2021 – Last night, I experienced itching on my neck, arms torso & thighs, but no rash present. I also had the past couple days, a feeling similar to when i take a strong antibiotic and don't drink enough water throughout the day. I kept pushing the fluids today & did not have that feeling so much as before.
1.2.2021 – My normal body temp is 97 or lower.
Vision blurred, Abdominal pain and Tinnitus
11.12.2021 – Blurred vision
11.14.2021 – Yes.. i have moderate diarrhea with abo pain... It is hard to explain on a text... my very 1st Moderna Vaccine was horrible..my 2nd vaccine was mild headaches..but my booster vaccine was almost like my 1st vaccine...
11.15.2021 – Ears ringing from the 1st vaccine.. intensivefied by booster.. eye appointment 11/17 and Pcp appointment 11/20 Eye doctor
11.16.2021 – Ringing in ears Eye doctor for blurred vision
11.17.2021 – Eye doctor
11.12.2022 – Covid June 5, 2022
Conjunctivitis, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Ocular hyperemia
1.23.2021 – White of eyes has been pink/red, since yesterday & hurt. Whole body pains are severe.
1.25.2021 – Sporadic dizziness/vertigo. Lack of appetite.
1.26.2021 – Dizziness/vertigo..better than yesterday
1.27.2021 – Still experiencing dizziness/vertigo
1.28.2021 – Dizziness & vertigo almost gone
2.25.2021 – Eyes hurt, burning sensation, & whites of eyes pinkish
3.24.2021 – My upper left arm, where vaccine given, still really really hurts to raise very high, or stretch very far. Daily activities are painful at times..such as getting dressed or undressed, reaching into cabinets, up to shelves..etc.. Not getting better !
5.27.2021 – Hair loss, even my hairdresser commented. Continued fatigue..not getting better.Arthritis worse, more frequent flare-ups.
8.26.2021 – Continued breathing issues, exacerbated asthma, more tired all the time, eye sight blurred & vision issues, joint pain
Swollen tongue, Lip swelling and Hypersomnia
12.23.2020 – brief sense of puff lips and tongue but went away in about 5 to 10 minutes
12.27.2020 – on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th days following the shot, i had pain, neck soreness, headache, chills, and fatigue that felt moderate. i slept about 12 hrs on two nights when I normally sleep 6 hours.
7.24.2021 – EKG with abnormal results visit with cardiologist and have another EKG with abnormal result
4.28.2022 – chills, body aches, fatigue, neck and head aches.
5.19.2022 – Broke out with an itchy rash on my face and neck.
Disturbance in attention, Menstrual disorder and Heavy menstrual bleeding
3.19.2021 – Lack of concentration, low back pain (noticed yesterday but forgot to include),
4.10.2021 – The shot induced my period five days earlier than expected. I read that other women are experiencing the same. It also happened with my first Covid shot but I didnt think anything of it
5.11.2021 – Severe cough, congestion, headache, diarrhea - I think its a sinus infection but havent been to the doctor to see
10.5.2021 – Extremely heavy periods
Chronic kidney disease, Rhinitis allergic and Stress
4.27.2021 – mild sinusitis most likely spring allergies: sneezes, intermittent runny nose, sometimes wheezy
8.3.2021 – scratchy throat pretty often for last 4 weeks; I think its from wood smoke from near my new home at night
5.5.2022 – GERD is worse due to increased personal/work stress
11.12.2022 – allergic rhinitis mild seasonal
11.19.2022 – scratchy throat, tightness in chest, light cough, sinus pain/stinging, headache, negative at-home Binax Now Covid test
Injection site induration, Injection site discomfort and Injection site swelling
3.9.2021 – Not related to my shot but I have a growth on my face. I do see a dermatologist tomorrow. I think that may be why Im fatigued. Not positive though. Thanks. Dermatologist appointment on Wednesday afternoon.
3.13.2021 – Possible squamous cell growth removed. Not related to shot. Very fatigued Dermatologist FNP removed the growth.
3.23.2021 – It is sore and hard around the injection site. I didnt pay attention to the site because my arm does not hurt but I did notice last night the swelling.
3.25.2021 – Had a squamous cell carcinoma growth removed so just feeling a bit tired from that procedure
Blood sodium decreased, Respiratory disorder and Brain fog
4.22.2021 – Bad taste in mouth for couple minutes after shot but went away
4.23.2021 – Slightly short of breath but I've had worse. Stuffy, light headed.
4.24.2021 – Head is all stuffy
4.25.2021 – Congested
4.26.2021 – Congestion
4.27.2021 – Congestion, all better than yesterday
4.28.2021 – Nothing not normal for me
4.29.2021 – Just normal every day symptoms
5.20.2021 – Congestion, foggy feeling
5.21.2021 – Congestion, foggy
11.18.2021 – More respiratory problems. Became short od breathe and coughing a lot in August. X-rays cleaning, no explanations. Now on a nebulizer along with my inhaler. Primary care Dr. Outside visits 3 times, x-ray
5.23.2022 – I have a lot more problems breathing since my 1st shot, I didn't really put all together however all my ailments started after. Sodium low, breathing, skin, exhaustion
Acne cystic, Eating disorder and Abnormal feces
3.30.2021 – Just some slight stomach upset (but no vomiting or diarrhea) Just feel like I might be coming down with something
3.31.2021 – Feel slightly under the weather like yesterday, but much better. 95% normal but just slightly weird stomach
4.1.2021 – I just have felt nauseous and a little upset stomach for the last few days but feel better today. Was unable to eat for the pass three days
4.2.2021 – I feel much better today, thanks:)
4.3.2021 – My poop is weird and my tummy is a little weird, but I am fine. It just feels like I have a touch of stomach virus
5.7.2021 – My face has been breaking out with cystic acne. This hasnt happened in several years now. I am fine, just thought I would mention. Not sure if it is vaccine related, but I think so. Thanks!
Regurgitation, Ataxia and Eczema
3.9.2021 – Dizziness
3.11.2021 – Dizziness and sores in mouth
3.18.2021 – Runny nose and sneezing
3.25.2021 – Dizziness and headache
3.29.2021 – Cough
3.31.2021 – Hives
4.22.2021 – Itching, insomnia and fatigue
8.19.2021 – Insomnia,sweating, hot
8.20.2021 – Excessive sweating, dizziness, insomnia
8.21.2021 – Dizziness, insomnia coughing
8.23.2021 – Dizziness, lost appetite
11.15.2021 – Vomiting
3.14.2022 – Cough, runny nose
3.16.2022 – Coughing and runny nose
3.17.2022 – Dry mouth, cough, dizziness, insomnia
3.25.2022 – Rashes, ezema and intense pain
4.8.2022 – Shoulder and neck pain hurt more than usual
4.22.2022 – Regurgitating
12.17.2022 – Excruciating back and hip pain
Post procedural complication, Small intestinal obstruction and Appendicectomy
4.24.2021 – Sore throat - mild
4.27.2021 – Depression
5.12.2021 – Exacerbation of chronic hypoglycemia
6.2.2021 – Hypoglycemia and CFS/ME (chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis)
12.14.2021 – Diagnosed appendicitis requiring surgery Appendix removed
12.15.2021 – Abdominal pain probably due to appendectomy surgery late last night
12.17.2021 – Appendicitis
12.25.2021 – Small bowel obstruction requiring hospitalization as a complication following surgery to treat appendicitis caused by COVID booster.
1.1.2022 – Required second surgery following Appendectomy to resolve complications following initial surgery. Surgery
Piriformis syndrome, Cystitis interstitial and Urinary tract disorder
1.21.2021 – My headaches continued until Monday, my last check in was Thursday. Then stopped.
2.11.2021 – Continuous migraine 5+ days, kidney/urinary issues reminiscent of my CoVid infection May 2020
2.25.2021 – Onset of interstial cystitis.
3.4.2021 – Interstitial cystitis that became an infection. Brain fog.
12.27.2021 – Persistent headaches and fevers. Long CoVid symptoms including body aches and heart arrhythmias.
6.6.2022 – Had long CoVid flare up. The worst in months...
8.1.2022 – Developed piriformis syndrome. Unsure if this has anything related to when I was boosted or my long CoVid.
9.30.2022 – Sinus congestion, sneezing, headache. Rapid test were negative for CoVid
10.14.2022 – Flare of long CoVid. The exhaustion is big, big.
12.16.2022 – Cold chills often through out the day.
Lymph node pain, Axillary pain and Lymphadenopathy
3.20.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes today and yesterday. 2days straight . Cant lift my right arm because my inflamed lymph nodes hurts
3.21.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in my underarms . It was the size of a baseball and today a little smaller. Still sore and swollen.
3.22.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under right armpit. Less swollenntoday.
3.23.2021 – Sore , swollen lymph nodes under right arm pit
3.24.2021 – Swollen Lymph nodes in the armpit area has reduced. Lingering pain and small inflammation.
3.25.2021 – Pain in my under arm from the swollen lymph nodes
Paresthesia oral, Brain fog and Dysgeusia
1.29.2021 – I have had only mild symptoms after the 1st day. The symptoms 5 minutes after shot was tingling in top of mouth and slight metal taste. 3 hours after shot had moderate headache, tiredness, felt weak. Fell asleep for 1 hour and woke up feeling fine. Only issues since first day has been a mild headache in the morning and nothing after that.
3.8.2021 – Increased tiredness
8.23.2021 – Headaches, tiredness
2.22.2022 – Headaches, body aches, pain, tiredness, brain fog PCP appointment
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