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.
Pleurisy, Gastric disorder and Restlessness
4.17.2021 – On April 13 went to ER with severe shooting pain in the upper right side of my chest. Diagnosed with Pleurisy. Saw Dr. on 4/16 started Prednisone.
5.6.2021 – Sore throat, gland swollen in throat
5.7.2021 – Still a bit of swollen neck glands and sore throat
5.8.2021 – Still a weird sore throat and a soreness in my mouth
5.9.2021 – Sore throat mild
5.10.2021 – I have been very itchy for past few days.
5.11.2021 – I have itching and rash like appearance for past few days; chest and both arms
6.9.2021 – I have periodically experienced similar pain to when I went to the ER 6 days after my first shot. I also have been experiencing a restlessness with my nerves. If continues will visit doctor.
8.6.2021 – gastric issuesmaking appointment with doctor
5.5.2022 – Had a heavy cough and fatigue for nearly the whole month of April. Finally getting back to normal.
Scalloped tongue, Tongue coated and Aphthous ulcer
12.30.2020 – Dry mouth and sore throat
1.16.2021 – Swollen scalloped tongue. Of note, Ive had some likely linked symptoms (my mouth has been dry, Ive had a few canker sores under my tongue, Ive had the taste sensation of having a burned tongue while eating, and Ive had a white coat on top of the tongue that couldnt be scraped off) since before I received my second dose of the vaccine, starting the night of December 25th (2 days after my first dose of the covid vaccine). However I first noticed the scalloping on the sides of the tongue from pushing against my teeth starting January 14th (the day I got my second vaccine dose) and the scalloping has since gotten more defined and recognizable, prompting me to google it and realize it was linked with tongue swelling. The swelling seems localized to mouth, more horizontal than vertical. Does not impact or interfere with my ability to swallow, close mouth, or breath in any way.
1.18.2021 – Swollen scalloped tongue- feels like if is improving
Quality of life decreased, Ear swelling and Movement disorder
3.7.2021 – Feeling a bit hot, no fever
3.9.2021 – One big bump and one small bump behind my left ear that hurts. I will gave a telehealth visit this week.
3.11.2021 – Tenderness under armpit
3.12.2021 – Bumps behind ear still present
3.27.2021 – Tingling in injected arm
3.28.2021 – Lymph node swelling inside armpit.
3.29.2021 – Significant size of a swollen lymph node on my armpit. Tingling on my arm as well.
3.30.2021 – Lymph node on armpit, tingling in arm
3.31.2021 – Lymph node swelling still present
4.1.2021 – Lymph node swelling in armpit still there
4.2.2021 – Lymph node swelling still present, but smaller
11.7.2022 – Lymph node swelling on armpit. The pain is VERY significant. Unbearable. Limits my movement of arm, and quality of life.
11.8.2022 – Lymph node swelling is still significant. Hurts when I move my arm. The pain was sever yesterday, and constant. Today, the pain finally stopped being constant, and became conditional to me moving my arm
11.9.2022 – Lymph node under armpit still swollen. Slightly smaller than yesterday. Pain only if I squeeze or move arm suddenly.
11.11.2022 – Lymph node still swollen, less than yesterday
11.13.2022 – Lymph node swelling present but small
Axillary mass, Tenderness and Edema peripheral
3.27.2021 – Injection was in the left arm. Im experiencing tenderness and soreness under my left arm/armpit area. There is slight swelling and a lump felt too.
3.28.2021 – Area under left armpit is tender/sore. Also can feel a swollen lump too. Area is closest to left breast area. Not as sore or tender as yesterday.
3.29.2021 – Soreness and lump under lower left arm pit. Not as large as the day before, but tender when pressed and lump still felt.
Disturbance in attention, Tinnitus and Chills
3.30.2021 – I had fatigue, chills and fever last night after the health check yesterday
4.2.2021 – Hard time focusing, but that could be just die to COVID fatigue.
4.19.2021 – I have had a flutter in my left ear.
3.29.2022 – On Thursday, March 18 I started coming down with something. My symptoms are sore throat, runny nose, congestion, and an overall feeling of tiredness. I took an at home covid test and it registered negative. I'm feeling better, but still not up to 100
Musculoskeletal pain, Vertigo and Chest pain
12.24.2020 – Dizziness lasting most of the day (I do get occasional vertigo). Rash is in bilateral axillae
12.26.2020 – Sudden onset of some strange midsternal chest pain that was reproducible but came in waves from dull to crushing. Felt musculoskeletal but had no trace of it before or after.
1.22.2021 – Fever of 102. All symptoms occurred about 12 hrs after injection, lasted for about 36hrs
1.23.2021 – Continued axillary lymphadenopathy on injection side
Breast discomfort, Cheilitis and Lip swelling
2.21.2021 – Lots of Sleepiness
2.22.2021 – Rash on my face, around my eyes, swollen lips, and rash on my neck. I could also feel fluid like substance moving in both breast.
2.23.2021 – Rash on and around neck, around eyes and lips swollen. They are rashes are attempting to dry out and the swelling is going down daily.
8.22.2021 – My body seemed to have developed a more aggressive allergic reaction to everything Im allergic to and thats listed on my allergy list. Primary Care Doctor
Oral discomfort, Rash macular and Quarantine
5.13.2021 – Sunburn feelings around face
5.14.2021 – Itchy feeling on body in addition to face. Comes and goes
5.15.2021 – Cough post nasal drip throat irritating burn sensation down throat
5.16.2021 – Itchy different parts if body now and then but no rash
5.18.2021 – Sinus pain
5.19.2021 – Sinus pain and itchy skin
5.20.2021 – Couple red spots/wilt on face
6.3.2021 – Muscle aches
6.11.2021 – Gassy stomach
6.12.2021 – Bruise where arm was injected
6.13.2021 – Arm still a little tender from bruise
6.14.2021 – Brise in injection spot tirned yellow in color
6.16.2021 – Bruise at site better
6.27.2022 – Contracted covid
7.4.2022 – Contracted covid pcr test dated 6/25/22. Been in isolation for cough throat fever sinus fatigue
7.13.2022 – As moted before i contracted covid not related to vaccine
Feeding disorder, Dyspnea and Injection site pain
1.9.2021 – Yes- I received the vaccine 1/4. The severe pain at the site lasted 24-hours 48 hours. Chills, body aches, headache and severe fatigue onset within 12 hours of vaccine. I was unable to eat or drink from 1/5-1/7 and was sent to urgent care: tested positive for Covid. On 1/9 my symptoms have improved- able to eat and drink. First time noticing shortness of breath when taking stairs. Resting PO2= 96%.
Cholelithiasis, Urticaria and Pruritus
2.13.2021 – No
2.16.2021 – Shortness of Breathe
3.11.2021 – Back ache
3.15.2021 – Went to ER today for hives and itching ,got Benadryl shot and 60 mg of prednisone I had hives and itching all over my body today. Got Benadryl shot and 60mg of Prednisone
3.16.2021 – Went to Dermatologist today for skin rash break out.
9.9.2021 – Left rib cage discomfort like when I had pneumonia of the left lung and coughing and mucus,I have gallstones gallbladder needs to be removed,headaches,like when I had Covid.
Pharyngeal swelling, Sensitive skin and Muscle twitching
4.10.2021 – Swelling of the throat the day of the injection for about four hours, difficulty breathing due to this to
4.30.2021 – Incredibly sensitive skin (almost to the point of pain on contact)
5.13.2021 – Rash at the site of the vaccine. Uncontrollable, persistent twitching of the muscles around and at the site of the vaccine for over ten hours.
5.20.2021 – Rash across the vaccinated arm, itching at the site of vaccination as well as headaches, and slight chills
6.10.2021 – Continued though slowly diminishing in frequency twitching of my left arm (the one that received the second vaccine) and a lot more fatigue. I'm barely able to stay awake for a period of about 3 hours sometime during the day.
Right ventricular enlargement, Myocarditis and Ventricular extrasystoles
1.7.2021 – Mild fatigue. Unsure as to if this is related to the vaccine, however.
1.25.2021 – Palpitations In house consultation
1.26.2021 – Palpitations
1.28.2021 – PALPITATIONS
2.4.2021 – Palpitations and under the care of a cardiologist. Adverse event was filed and it is believed it is from the second vaccine. Cardiologist
2.11.2021 – Palpitations Cardiology
2.18.2021 – Myocarditis Cardiology
3.4.2021 – Palpitations and right ventricular inflammation s/p MRI Specialty
7.24.2021 – Follow up with cardiology regarding the pvcs and inflammation related to the Moderna vaccine Specialist cardiology
Angiedema, Ear swelling and Ear discomfort
1.8.2021 – Sore throat,mild
1.11.2021 – Mild Tightness in chest
1.16.2021 – Moderate Angiodema, right tongue. I experienced this before, but it's been months ago
2.4.2021 – Sore throat
2.7.2021 – Moderate Angioedema in left ear. Itching , swelling, discomfort, hot to touch near the ear lobe
2.11.2021 – Mild sore throat
2.25.2021 – Moderate, intermittent, hives, various body parts
3.19.2021 – Multiple Angiodema flares, itching, hives, swelling
8.5.2021 – Muscle pain in upper arms. 1st dose was in right arm, 2nd dose was in left arm.
5.13.2022 – Site of booster is very sore. The worst of 3
8.12.2022 – Sore throat. Headaches. Possible sinusitis
11.11.2022 – Headaches, low energy, sinus infection?
Chromaturia, Dehydration and Dry mouth
5.20.2021 – Period showed up early and day 2 i have a fever of 100
5.23.2021 – Cant seem to get hydrated no matter how much water I drink I feel parched and my pee is yellow
6.2.2021 – Im sooooooo tired
6.7.2021 – So i have a bump where i got the shot. It's small like a pimple but, unlike a pimple when i went to squeeze it i had a pain deeeeeeep into my muscle. It really was like an ouch feeling. So i poked at it more today still there still hurts...
Fibromyalgia, Arthritis and Insomnia
3.12.2021 – Reaction is Similar to flu vaccines, except muscle ache is worse. Cannot reach out with arm vaccinated without pain.
3.16.2021 – I normally have arthritic pain.
3.17.2021 – I always have the above conditions due to arthritis and fibromyalgia.
3.18.2021 – Normal for me. Nothing unusual.
3.25.2021 – Trouble breathing at night; I only had 3 hours of sleep last night. I have a stuffy nose and couldnt lie down. I do have asthma & allergies. Also had diarrhea today.
4.1.2021 – Joint pain, muscle aches, & fatigue are normal for me because of fibromyalgia & arthritis.
4.2.2021 – Exhaustion
4.4.2021 – Typical pains of arthritis & fibromyalgia
4.5.2021 – Rash is only on arm that was vaccinated. First time Ive noticed it. Joint pains, muscle aches, & fatigue are normal for me.
4.6.2021 – Normal pain with fibromyalgia & arthritis
4.7.2021 – Normal pains
4.8.2021 – Normal pain & fatigue
4.29.2021 – Cold or allergies. Cough, stuffy nose.
5.7.2021 – Pain in right back. Chiropractor
Breast tenderness, Tenderness and Swelling
3.28.2021 – Shot in right arm lymph nodes on right side under arm, breast and and near collar bone swelled four days after shot. Now 3/28/21 I noticed left lymph node near collar bone swelled Doctor only consulted about right side. Left just started swelling
4.10.2021 – Lymph nodes swelled both sides
4.22.2021 – Lymph nodes swelled on both sides neck throat and arm pits tightness in chest Went to family doctor they sent me to er
4.27.2021 – Lymph nodes still swellen. Very tender under armNeck ear breast. Both sides and front base of neck swelled Running more rest
5.6.2021 – Lymph nodes still swelled Going for cat scan
Hyperglycemia, Vestibular neuronitis and Diplopia
3.5.2021 – Difficulty focusing
3.18.2021 – Cough, nausea, dizziness
4.22.2021 – Nausea, headache, diarrhea
4.29.2021 – Nausea, dizziness, fever
5.6.2021 – Vomiting, diarrhea, fever
6.24.2021 – Coughing, nausea and diarrhea that lasted for 2 days.
10.10.2021 – Lower back pain
11.9.2021 – Cough, congestion, nausea, fatigue
11.16.2021 – Fever, vomiting, chills, chest pain, fatigue
1.4.2022 – COVID-19
4.5.2022 – Hyperglycemia, monocular diplopia
10.5.2022 – I have developed both peripheral and central vestibular neuritis and have gotten sick with COVID a second time.
Injection site pain and Arthralgia
1.23.2021 – About 24 hours after receiving my second vaccine I had malaise and arthralgias. These lasted for most of one day and then abated. I did take 800 mg of Motrin and 1000 mg of acetaminophen before going to bed the second night after the vaccination. I feel completely back to normal now Except for residual injection site tenderness. I had some mild axillary tenderness three days after the vaccination that has since resolved.
Arrhythmia, Laryngitis and Dysphonia
2.28.2021 – Extreme laryngitis
4.5.2021 – Diarrhea, fatigue, fever, weakness. Lasted 4days. I felt like I did both times after my vaccinations but then I just felt feverish. This time my temp crested at 100.2 degrees.
8.23.2021 – Recovering from Pneumonia. I was so sick. Steroids discontinued 3 days ago. Muscles really aching today and I dont know why. My COVID 19 test was negative at the beginning of the pneumonia.
10.27.2021 – Some inconclusive heart rhythms
11.19.2021 – Abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache
7.7.2022 – Chronic hoarse voice, sore throat
Abdominal pain upper, Axillary pain and Chest pain
1.22.2021 – None
1.26.2021 – RUQ chest area pain, for like 12 hours I couldnt even move my arm. Now I feel good no pain at all. After one week first time I felt discomfort
2.11.2021 – On the left arm yesterday only felt a little pain I applied ice, all was good
5.12.2021 – Under my right arm a little pain comes and goes. Never had this pain before
2.10.2022 – Severe right shoulder and right upper arm pain but only when I go to bed every night for the past 2/3 weeks I try some times to prop with a pillow but worst going to the Dr on 2/15/22
Conjunctivitis, Alopecia and Throat irritation
5.5.2021 – Pain in right trapezius muscle, had shot in right arm.
5.20.2021 – Not sure if this is related but have been losing more hair in the shower since getting Covid vaccines.
5.23.2021 – Im nursing my 20 month old and she got diarrhea the day after I got the shot (ate the same diet she always does). Wondering if it has anything to do with the shot and nursing. Other symptoms Im experienced is unusual hair loss.
6.10.2021 – Head hurts when I bend over.
7.1.2021 – Diarrhea, head hurts when I cough, congestion.
5.20.2022 – Soar throat, congestion and pink eye
7.6.2022 – feeling I need to cough only when I drink very cold or very hot drinks.
Mastitis, Breast feeding and Pregnancy
3.14.2021 – I received my second shot at 38 weeks pregnant. That day I had ongoing Braxton Hicks contractions, and the next day the baby was very still. All has been normal since.
11.12.2021 – Not today, but the day after the shot I had muscle aches, was drowsy and low energy, and felt a little nauseated. All of these were mild.
12.1.2021 – Mastitis from breastfeeding
12.8.2021 – I had mastitis last week
5.11.2022 – Cold symptoms, congestion, runny nose, sore throat, loss of some taste, cough
Temperature intolerance, Arthropathy and Feeling cold
1.26.2021 – Had a bit of a cough for about 4-5 hours now better
2.18.2021 – Back pain
3.4.2021 – Have had this continuing cold intolerance sine my first vaccine actually. It's not worse but just continues on. I just feel like I can't get warm at times even tho it's not particularly cold in the room or outside.
10.4.2021 – Ear pain
3.31.2022 – Cough today
5.17.2022 – Back pain for couple hours
5.18.2022 – Soreness in armpit of arm I received vaccine. Mild lymph node pain
5.19.2022 – Mild armpit pain yet on arm received the vaccine
5.20.2022 – R armpit pain yet. Mild
11.3.2022 – Joint issues
11.10.2022 – Unusual pain in knee and foot joints continues
Nervousness, Peripheral coldness and Limb discomfort
3.31.2021 – Sore and heavy arm
4.1.2021 – Sore arm
4.28.2021 – Shoulder pain
5.26.2021 – Cold/flu/virus- symptoms that seemed associated. Body aches, fever, fatigue, extreme headaches, runny nose, cough, congestion, etc.
12.3.2021 – Extreme pain in entire left arm. Under arm towards chest. Arm feels frozen and or cold, took ibuprofen 600mg twice, pain keeps coming back
12.4.2021 – Pain under arm
1.5.2022 – Symptoms started today. Sort of shaky or nervous feeling. Head hurts. Slight cough. Feel as if I am coming down with something or definitely fighting something.
Bronchial secretion retention, Wheezing and Migraine
1.13.2021 – I've had ongoing wheezing, chest congestion, and bronchial mucus, but I'm quite certain this due to my asthma and it's nothing new. More of a near-daily annoyance, but thought I should add it to the record.
2.5.2021 – Lightheaded. Similar feeling yesterday but I may not have reported it.
2.8.2021 – I woke up with a migraine. Vomiting helped alleviate it. I dont think it was caused by the vaccine, but reporting anyway.
6.10.2022 – Headache, fatigue
Throat irritation, Back pain and Myalgia
4.11.2021 – *Very mild muscle ache I neck on vaccinated side
4.13.2021 – I missed yesterdays check-in. I want to report that yesterday as well as later in the day on Sunday, after I responded, I did experience moderate chills and muscle aches. Yesterday, especially, I felt a dull ache in my mid back .
4.15.2021 – None and I felt fine yesterday, too!!
4.17.2021 – None!
10.19.2021 – None
1.16.2022 – Had a fever and a persistent cough. But tested for Covid and was always negative, even with a PCR.
4.17.2022 – Congestion
4.18.2022 – Mildly ticklish throat, a bit of a runny nose, mild cough.
4.25.2022 – I had COVID-19.
Genital hemorrhage, Injection site discoloration and Vaginal hemorrhage
4.13.2021 – The mole and skin near the shot have been itchy and red.
4.21.2021 – Arm muscle remains sore near shot location. Phone message /callback from nurse
4.27.2021 – Itchy skin
4.28.2021 – Not vomiting; just not hungry. Brain fog. Normal temp last night was 97.7.
4.30.2021 – Brain fog
5.18.2021 – Slight discoloration around shot area and persistent itchiness there.
11.20.2021 – Moderate Chills yesterday. Genital bleeding today outside of standard cycle.
11.21.2021 – Genital spotting
11.26.2021 – This changed my menstrual cycle.
12.5.2021 – A red rash has just started around the site, with periods of itchiness.
12.30.2021 – Chills
Skin irritation, Skin discoloration and Tachycardia
6.16.2021 – Mano izquierda inflamada, irritada y morada con sensacion de quemazon fuerte 12 horas despues de aplicar la 2 dosis. Fui a la doctora de farmacia
6.17.2021 – Alergia en la mano ya van 5 dias y se ha empeorado la mano
6.18.2021 – Continuo con la alergia cada vez se me a agravado el asunto. Voy a ir a sala de emergencia
6.19.2021 – Continua la alergia es como si me estuviera quemando, vine a sala de emergencia porque se me paso a los brazos
7.10.2021 – Desde que me vacune todos los dias me da un fuerte dolor de cabeza en el lado donde izquierdo donde me vacunaron con las dos dosis.
6.12.2022 – Taquicardias
Thyroid disorder, Mass and Urinary tract infection
3.6.2021 – I am not sure this has anything to do with the Covid vaccine. Two days before the vaccine I had a cortisone injection in my shoulder. I have a large area on my upper arm thats painful swollen red and it feels hard. I am going back to that doctor
1.22.2022 – Sore throat, runny nose, cough.
4.22.2022 – Sore throat
4.29.2022 – Sinus infection
5.13.2022 – Diarrhea, tired.
10.2.2022 – UTI
12.10.2022 – My thyroid level, TSH, is out of control. I doubt it has anything to do with the Covid, but I thought I'd mention it.
Stress fracture, Ankle fracture and Asthenopia
1.23.2021 – Diarrhea actually started about 8 hrs after shot
1.24.2021 – Shoulderblades, neck soreness. Soreness in sternum
1.25.2021 – Soreness in sternum area better. Ihad Bulbar polio as a kid
2.12.2021 – Feel like I have a cold or sinus infection or allergic reaction. Headaches. Bad cough. Mucus, extreme fatigue, loss of appetite
3.1.2021 – shot #2 caused an HPV flare uplast one was 3 yrs ago. Meds appear to be working.
3.3.2021 – Heavy eyelidshard to keep eyes open
4.8.2021 – Dizziness episode. Slight but not expected.
5.27.2021 – High blood pressure Herpes virus breakout week following shot #2
11.29.2021 – Deep cough, loss of voice. No fever. Same fatigue
1.24.2022 – I thought it was bacterial lung infection but nurse thinks Covid. Couldn't find a test. So still don't know but it's day 12 and okay. PCR test tomorrow at hospital. Likely was Covid even though I mask up. I had symptoms, low temps instead of fever.
4.25.2022 – Rash, dizziness, doc added course of steroids for PMR Doc office
10.25.2022 – ankle stress fractures and return of ONR pain with back pain. Resumed prednisone. Doc office appt
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