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.
Irregular breathing, Painful respiration and Flank pain
2.12.2021 – Weakness in injection arm
2.17.2021 – Severe hand cramping
3.8.2021 – Extremely stiff muscles,Stabbing pain through right back area. Pain when breathing in.
3.16.2021 – Stabbing pain in back right side. Hurts to take deep breath.
3.18.2021 – Stabbing pain through right back when taking deep breaths. Gets worse every day.
3.20.2021 – Severe stabbing pain through back right side when taking breaths. Getting worse daily.
4.4.2021 – Fatigué. Tired all of the time.
5.29.2022 – Congestion, coughing, headache, body aches, fatigue, loss of appetite, feverish
Eye inflammation, Eye pruritus and Wheezing
2.13.2021 – Worsening shortness of breath since vaccination
2.18.2021 – Shortness of breath continues. My period was very heavy - similar to the ones Ive had right after giving birth. Pulmonologist and ct scan
2.25.2021 – Still shortness of breath.
3.4.2021 – My breathing has become worse. Increased shortness of breath now accompanied with wheezing. Have appts next week
3.11.2021 – Continued shortness of breath with a new inspiration wheeze.
3.18.2021 – Persistent shortness of breath and wheezing. Now itchy eyes
2.6.2022 – Tinnitus and eye inflmmation
Dermatitis contact, Pneumonia and Blood pressure increased
2.3.2021 – Just tired the first day of shot
2.12.2021 – Just felt some sinus congestion in am
2.19.2021 – I believe it is an allergy reaction contact dermatitis on neck and face. Low lighted my hair on Tuesday. Blood pressure has been elevated for two days. Highest of 176/90. Just took it and recorded 156/88
8.1.2021 – Had bronchial pneumonia in july
1.31.2022 – Got sick with bronchitis no fever on long dosage of prednisone and z pack. Tested once for covid Meg and influenza a and n neg
Muscle discomfort, Psoriasis and Eczema
1.26.2021 – injection site discomfort consistent with prior vaccine experiences
2.18.2021 – Eczema flare-up.
3.3.2021 – body ache, fatigue, chills, nausea onset ~8 hours post-vaccine. Chills, aches, sweating, sleep disruption overnight, symptoms began to subside today, ~28 hours post-vaccine. Still experiencing mild but persistent fatigue
3.4.2021 – sweating and chills overnight again, less severe and less disruptive of sleep than the first night
3.5.2021 – still some chills and sweating overnight but less than previous 2 nights... overnight symptoms and fatigue/ache seem to be gradually tapering down at similar rate to the sensation of fatigue after the first dose.
3.6.2021 – body wide muscular tension
3.8.2021 – mild muscle/joint discomfort and noticeable fatigability consistent with the ~week after first dose.
4.13.2021 – Beginning ~10 days post vaccine and continuing ~2 weeks I had a flare up of psoriasis symptoms.
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, Hemolytic anemia and Hemoglobin decreased
1.7.2021 – Slight burning sensation on top of both nostrils. 2) went to sleep at 11pm and awoke at 11:45pm feeling like I'd slept all night
1.15.2021 – Runny nose, sinus congestion
1.21.2021 – Extreme nasal congestion and runny nose
1.27.2021 – Epistaxis. Sun night. Needed to go to ER to stop bleeding. Never experienced a nose bleed like that before.
3.25.2021 – Sinus congestion & sneezing. Feels like seasonal allergies. Headache too
5.12.2021 – Diverticulitis. Low Hemoglobin. Referred for blood infusion on 5/4. Unable to due to higher antibodies. Hospitalized 5/4-5/7. Diagnosed with Hemolytic Anemia. Being treated with 100mg prednisone. Referred to (b)(6) Hematology
8.11.2021 – Diagnosed with Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia May 5, 2021, possibly COVID 19 related
2.10.2022 – Possible nerve/muscle disease per neurological evaluation at (b)(6) in Aug 2021 with referral to (b)(6) Clinic in Feb 2022 Diagnosed with autoimmune hemolytic anemia in May 2021 with relapse in Oct 2021
Odynophagia, Facial pain and Bone pain
5.8.2022 – An arthritis bone the same size of my wrist bone right next to wrist bone is painful and can no longer wear my watch
5.20.2022 – 13 days after Booster the lymph node in neck just under my chin on same side where got booster was little enlarged and hurt when I swallowed. Next morning it was better but next day where your Adams Apple is located felt little sore and still mildly.
8.5.2022 – Crazy sharp pain that goes away quickly at unexpected places on my body including my face However some of this may be because of my age 87 and other reasons like maybe because of previous falls due to my age.
Sinus headache, Sinus pain and Body temperature increased
2.4.2021 – Difficulty sleeping last night
2.24.2021 – The area where i got both vaccines became painful again. But more of a sharp pain.
10.26.2021 – I felt a little dizzy-ish a few minutes after the booster today. Like i did after my 2nd vaccine. It just lasted a minute.
1.27.2022 – Slightly elevated temp. Quesy stomach, tiredness, sinus pain
5.2.2022 – Sinus headache, nausea, low grade temperature, dry cough and now more productive cough.
5.9.2022 – Dry then productive cough lasting sevetal days. Headaches, low grade fever. Sinus issues, fatigue.
Gastrointestinal disorder, Abdominal pain upper and Back pain
7.30.2021 – At this time no I just received first of two only 10 minutes ago!
8.28.2021 – Runny nose
8.29.2021 – Lower back is very swore, legs ache and my knee in the joint aches.
8.31.2021 – Pain more then usual in my back , hips, and left knee! All places I have arthritis
9.15.2021 – Had a lot of pain on my lower back on right side an around to front. Also Runny nose , or stuffy, weird headache and stomach cramps and pains
10.2.2021 – Runny nose, cough , congestion in chest, ache, tired? Headache Got a COVID test
8.27.2022 – Some of my own disability's became worse ! My stomach problem s have increased!
Psychiatric symptom, Heart rate irregular and Sleep disorder
6.14.2021 – Irregular pulse and intermittent headache.
7.12.2021 – High BP 189 / 109 with irregular pulse and heart burn. I also have a CPAP recall I am going through. I went to the ER and had my blood drawn an am fine as I was told by the ER doctor. After all that I am not going to the ER again in a very long time.
8.11.2021 – Heart Burn and constipation worst some days more than others, I feel alone and that I am suppose to wake up 3 am to go to the bathroom. I am always in a fog and have to live with this for I should be well physically but do not think so.
Renal mass, Renal cyst and Blood pressure fluctuation
3.22.2021 – Dizzy out of breath
3.23.2021 – Dizzy lungs feel heavy
3.24.2021 – Feel out of breath and dizzy and have had a dry cough for two days
4.5.2021 – Pain in my intestines and it feels like someone has punched me in the chest . I feel nauseous
4.12.2021 – Dizzy chest feels tight
5.2.2021 – Excessive Fatigue has been coming in waves and off and on I get extremely cold. It just comes and goes . I feel much better
5.9.2021 – Headache and body aches fatigue
5.16.2021 – My colon feels bruised . Still getting waves of nausea
5.24.2021 – A lot of pain in my gut and right flank. Fatigue joint pain muscle weakness headaches still off and on
7.11.2021 – Problems with my digestive tract. Lesion on my kidney . Extreme fatigue joint and bone pain muscle weakness
10.10.2021 – I forgot to report that i have been dealing with a dealing with a rapid heart rate .it it on and off usually worse when resting . Also an occasional pain in the center of my chest Regular doctors office visit ultra sound mri
11.12.2021 – Fast heart rate 110-135 breathing is heavy
11.14.2021 – Pain in My leg
11.15.2021 – Lungs feel heavy sinus hurts can't taste anything
12.17.2021 – Still bleeding urine sometimes nose . Pain in right flank and abdominal area is more frequently having pain if first started after the Pfizer vaccine Been seeing a doctor for it
12.24.2021 – Still bleeding from the Pfizer vaccine . Today I felt dizzy and weak
2.13.2022 – Still bleeding it seems to go up and down . I have a lot more spots under my skin
5.14.2022 – Tachycardia blood pressure going high then normal to low . Oxygen also varies low to normal . Gets low mainly in the evenings
11.12.2022 – Cysts on kidneys and a spot on one kidney
Joint swelling, Arthritis and Body temperature increased
3.5.2021 – No
3.8.2021 – The next day after shot I had body and joint pain tiredness low grade temp
3.9.2021 – No feeling ok Primary office visit
3.30.2021 – I have had man significant increase in joint and muscle pain shortly after I had COVID last April ..
4.21.2021 – Slit of joint and muscle pains Drs office
5.5.2021 – I have very painful muscles and joints.. especially my knees and hips.. its much worse at night it wakes me up during the night cant go back to sleep.. I had COVID last March I noticed the arthritis kid worse since then much more painful
3.24.2022 – Saw a Rheumatologist I'm experiencing swollen a painful joints hands knees feet Drs office visits
8.25.2022 – I was admitted to (b)(6) Med on Aug 9-12 with chest pressure and pain I still have it and saw my Cardiologist at (b)(6) Dr (b)(6) he ordered a MRI of my heart I will schedule it tomorrow I spoke to him today he prescribed a new medication
Injection site erythema, Pyrexia and Dizziness
4.30.2021 – Dizziness and atv very first I felt just a sensation on my same side as I got the shot. Felt it in my right side of my face and neck. It didn't become anything like uncomfortable just noticable
5.4.2021 – I have an unusual finger print size red circle it looks like it's where I would have got the injection but it's on the inner part of my arm. Been there since I got the shot
7.30.2021 – It seems like I've been running a low grade fever but not been sick really the last week or so. I don't believe it it's related to the shot but I'm not adr nor a scientist so I felt it should be mentioned
Esophageal hemorrhage, Erosive esophagitis and Neurological symptom
3.17.2021 – Oddly muscle spasms in my legs
3.30.2021 – Im sure seasonal allergies thoughnasal congestion sore throat swollen eyes fatigue
4.6.2021 – Flair up of sciatica which I assume is not related to COVID or vaccine
4.27.2021 – Seasonal - Pollen allergies
9.15.2021 – Laryngitis Sore Throat Fever Exhaustion
10.7.2021 – Swelling in feet/ankles
1.2.2022 – Cold-like symptoms: sinus congestion chills sore throat headache fatigue - COVID-19/Flu test scheduled for tomorrow am
4.17.2022 – Don't know if vaccine relatedflushed weak in legs after very little non strenuous activity needed rest breaks
4.25.2022 – Neurological symptoms (tingling right side of face, right arm and hand/fingers) with overnight observation hospital stay and tests to evaluate for possible TIA (past history)
5.8.2022 – Just a continuation of neurological symptoms and will see my neurologist tomorrow May 9. (Follow-up to overnight observation after ER visit 4/21-22.) Do not think related to vaccine.
7.3.2022 – COVID-19 positive 6/15/2022
11.2.2022 – Increased breathing difficulty (asthma) and fatigue
12.28.2022 – UTI (kidney) In person medical visit & lab test
Coagulopathy, Abnormal menstrual clots and Vaginal hemorrhage
5.13.2021 – My period started 2 weeks early and I am bleeding heavily/passing clots. My Lt arm has gone numb again after I just regained usage from when it went weak after i had covid.
5.14.2021 – I am on my period two weeks early and am bleeding through 1-2 pads per hour. I am cramping hard and have needed to lay down a lot. I have dark bruises appearing around my body, small red dots that appeared on my torso, and my Lt arm is numb.
5.15.2021 – Still hemorrhaging vaginally and am having issues making cuts clot. Bruising.
5.16.2021 – Still bleeding vaginally. This doesnt feel like a normal period; it is much worse and a lot heavier. I've started passing large clots and plan to see my Dr tomorrow.
5.27.2021 – My mental health is worsening and have had the worst anxiety of my life.
6.8.2021 – Severe cramping in my abdomen. It seems that my period cramps are worse now.
Rhinitis allergic, Blood pressure decreased and Hemorrhage
7.30.2021 – Blood pressure dropped, sweating, fainted and the nurse hit a capillary vein & made me bleed. She needs more training b/c my previous nurse did it correctly, no blood , steady hand.
7.31.2021 – Sore throat
8.1.2021 – Bruising because the nurse did not have a steady & precise hand at administering the vaccine. Also weird nasal allergy like symptoms yesterday
8.2.2021 – Bruise still there.
8.4.2021 – Took vaccine late only to make sure I got either Moderna/Pfizer but also thought it would be as cumbersome as the COVID FREE test sites always packed so took my time. Mind you Ive worn in 95 mask and respirator throughout the year nonstop.
Fibromyalgia, Asthma and Sinusitis
2.5.2021 – Fibromyalgia flared up from getting the 2nd shot
2.6.2021 – Fibromyalgia flare from the vaccine
2.7.2021 – Fibromyalgia flared up due to getting the vaccine
2.25.2021 – Asthma issues due to insurance denials of getting another inhaler unless its the one that will give me seizures and many other unwanted side effects after fighting with blue cross blue shield for two weeks Im told the pharmacy is out till Monda Cant breathe right or talk on the phone long!
3.4.2021 – Asthma problems, breathing problems. Phone call
3.11.2021 – Asthma related problems due to asthma inhaler not being the same one I have been using for over a year and the one my new health insurance company insists I have is ineffective as I used it or one with the same medications in it decades ago. None
3.18.2021 – Sinusitis Didnt get medical help
8.5.2021 – Extreme itching
6.21.2022 – COVID-19
12.21.2022 – Covid in May of 2022, bacterial sinus infection in September/October of 2022
Taste disorder, Parosmia and Ageusia
5.24.2021 – Left arm very achy
5.26.2021 – Took aleve to reduce symptoms. Symptoms are sever without taking aleve.
6.28.2021 – The left arm that received the shot is still achy some days more than others. More tired than usual for no reason. Sense of taste has been off since i received the vaccines. Not sure if it related.
8.23.2021 – I had headaches almost daily, though not sure if this is related. Prior to the vaccine, i had occasional headaches.
11.23.2021 – I failed to mention my issues with taste and smell. Still on-going. Still very tired all the time.
Skin warm, Swelling and Edema peripheral
1.15.2021 – Last night, after I had already submitted yesterday's report, I developed armpit pain/ache/throbbing/swelling (lymph nodes I'm guessing?) and side of neck a bit (lymph nodes I'm guessing), that lasted a few hours, and was warmer in that armpit than the other, and then all of those side-effects mostly resolved while sleeping it seemed and hasn't happened again since, and swelling feels gone, and haven't felt anything like that since.
9.30.2022 – Cough, sneezing, scratchy throat
10.4.2022 – I tested positive for covid a few days ago... i didn't notice the early symptoms maybe bc it overlapped with normal booster response... Once i tested positive for covid, i requested an albuterol inhaler, and my doc didnt see the message until monday night, called it in, but still wanted to check in over the phone today
Head discomfort, Hypertension and Myalgia
5.30.2021 – My right leg is hurting . My muscle in my leg ( thigh) is achey.My blood pressure is high because of the pain.
8.27.2021 – Fatigue and chills from w/drawals from fentanyl patch and oxmorphone. Also, my PCP
12.4.2021 – I was dizzy so ,I sat down.Next,I had pressure pn the left side of my head.
1.31.2022 – Two weeks ago ,I had a fever( 100.4) for 6days and a cough.I work in the education field around a lot sick people.
5.14.2022 – Headache and excessive tiredness.
Nervousness, Hypersensitivity and Paresthesia
2.25.2021 – I do have headaches often. More body aches than normal.
3.1.2021 – Before taking the vaccine I have a headache almost every day.
3.2.2021 – Dur to allergies I normally have a headache every day. I also have joint pain in my knees since my knee replacement. The pain in my legs is better since my knee replacement. I have nerve damage in my legs due to uniform a fall.
3.20.2021 – This is my normal headache and joint pain
3.21.2021 – These are no more than I normally have every day.
3.31.2021 – Headache returned and body and muscle aches increased
4.7.2021 – Headache is worse than last week and muscle pain in legs
4.7.2022 – I still have headaches, and I also have started to feel shaky- and vibrating all over my body.
Rash vesicular, Tenderness and Pruritus
5.11.2021 – Initially, I thought the rash was an ant or spider bite, but it's been 3-4 days and I noticed that some of the rash looks like small blisters. The rash is located on the same side where I received both shots. It is located on my mid shoulder blade and is a small area. I also have a bit of rash on the underside of my right breast. It was itchy at first, which is why I thought they were bites, but it's fine now and just a bit tender to the touch. No pain.
5.13.2021 – Rash (blisters) are crusting. I felt mild discomfort in the morning, but I it subsided after noon. Not sure if it had to do with the Motrin I took. I've been applying calamine and a damp wash cloth, which has helped.
Herpes simplex, Gastrointestinal pain and Abdominal discomfort
2.25.2021 – Itching with no rash or inflammation on extremities and trunk of body . Have had this for 5 days. No changes at all in my daily routine , medications, or food.
10.18.2021 – Cough seems to be allergy related
5.4.2022 – Had some gi distress diarrhea& gut pain lasted 2.5 days not sure cause possum food poisoning or had babysat a child exposed to a stomach bug.
6.29.2022 – Outbreak of Herpes Simplex on my lip. A condition I have had on and off since my childhood.
Spinal disorder, Sjogren's syndrome and Diabetes mellitus
3.12.2021 – Sore throat
10.2.2021 – Coughing constipation
10.5.2021 – Yes diagnosed with some pneumonia from chest x-ray yoday
10.6.2021 – On 10/5/2021 was diagnosis with some pneumonia taking antibiotics there for previous systoms may have been related to pneumonia diagnosis. Alai givin COVID test on 10/5/2021 results Negative
12.31.2021 – Sore throat runny nose headache cough Covid 19 testing
4.18.2022 – Headaches awaiting results of brain scan.see my ocp 4/21/2022.
4.21.2022 – My head continues to hurt constantly.
4.28.2022 – 1. Chest congestion 2. runny nose 3. sore throat 4. Cough
5.5.2022 – Cough and runny nose
9.29.2022 – Tenderness around injection site
11.9.2022 – Out of breath Tireness
12.28.2022 – Constantant coughing runny nose
Sluggishness, Injection site bruising and Somnolence
1.17.2021 – I bruised largely from the beginning, arm was sore but nothing I have an experience with other vaccines. But I have been sluggish for the past week. Then, today I noticed I have a red patch beneath the injection site that is still bruised but half the size end it is raised and feels he did. I wasnt feeling very well yesterday or today I am very sluggish and sleepy actually both days more so than the past week. The past week Ive just felt a little extra tired
Blood cholesterol increased, Ear discomfort and Vertigo
4.10.2021 – Allergy symptoms but it could just be allergies from pollen common for me this time of year.
4.11.2021 – A wee bit tired but cant blame that on the shot I dont think
4.13.2021 – Was a little itchy today on my face and my ears get plugged but I have a lot of allergies so I kind of figure it is not because of the covid shot.
4.16.2021 – A little vertigo but probably not shot related. Probably sinus allergy related
4.23.2021 – Some vertigo but probably isnt Covid related
5.1.2021 – A little headache and a little fatigue. But cant necessarily blame that on the Covid shot as it went away when I drank my tea and had my breakfast.
5.2.2021 – Injection site pain is minimal...only feel it if I press it.
5.8.2021 – The arm had hurt a bit the last two days. And my chronic Vertigo came back three days after the shot which was interesting as it went away the first three days .
5.28.2021 – My chronic vertigo got a little worse but dont think it has anything to do with the Covid shot Chiropractor
4.30.2022 – High cholesterol (But I have not had either booster)
Dysphagia, Pharyngeal swelling and Muscle tightness
3.8.2021 – My shot was in the left arm and following the shot my left elbow was hurting. For a while its throbbed. Also the following day I developed symptoms that felt like a sinus infection. At times I felt like I had a fever but I was actually not running one. The most unusual thing I had was when the sinus symptoms started I had developed neck pain and it was hurting to swallow. And my neck felt tight. My daughter said my lymph nodes were swollen. It is now Monday and it still hurts a little bit to swallow.
3.9.2021 – Still have a little stuffy nose. The swollen lymph nodes in my neck have gone down. Every now and then when I swallow I get a little pain but for the most part its cleared up
3.10.2021 – My lymph knifes in my throat swoll again later night and bothered me a little today. I felt like I had a sinus infection. Its weird, it just comes out of nowhere and then I feel better. My throat still hurts to swollen a bit.
3.22.2021 – I have a swollen lymph node in my chest that I had to go to the dr about. Its been 3 weeks In person
4.2.2021 – March 31 I had chills and a low-grade fever and what felt like the start of a sinus infection. April 1 I had felt fine in the morning by the afternoon the symptoms came back. April 2 I feel fine
4.19.2021 – This may or may not have anything to do with the shot. But my left knee has swollen and aches behind the knee. Also, my lymph nodes are still swollen from a March fifth second vaccine
Body temperature increased, Feeling hot and Nasopharyngitis
4.17.2021 – I felt feverish even though my temperature never was high. I had a very mild headache and was moderately fatigued. This report is for the last 24 hours. Things are getting better now.
11.16.2022 – I'm currently experiencing a common cold. Started on 11/13 and continues today. Had elevated temperature (+2 F above my normal temperature) on Monday 11/14 but has quickly come down to within .5 F today. Only sniffles & sore throat remaining.
Feeding disorder, Limb injury and Hyposmia
3.29.2021 – The headache could be from the drastic weather change.i have allergies.
4.19.2021 – I didnt get your text yesterday until 11:30 pm by the time i woke up this morning i couldnt enter anything it was expired. Yesterday had a fever up and dowm up to 101.1 body aches, tired, nausea and chills
5.20.2021 – I have some type of infection in my thumb and tingling in the rest of my hand off and on. Dr put me on antibiotics. It may be from jabbing a thorn into my thumb or a seperate issue. If doesn't get better i need to go back to doc.
10.21.2021 – Can't eat at all today
11.11.2021 – Tired, cramps and chills
12.1.2021 – Blurred vision
10.20.2022 – I got covid on 10/03/22 . I took the Paxlovid and no longer testing positive but still have a cough that gets bad in the evenings and tire easily. Also can not smell or taste much.
Bradycardia, Crying and Arrhythmia
3.5.2021 – Injection area is warm to touch
3.6.2021 – Bruising at the site.
3.7.2021 – Bruising at site
3.8.2021 – Weeping spell. I only mention it because my mom had a similar weeping spell a couple days after her first dose, also.
3.9.2021 – I have a migraine today, and all of my symptoms are migraine-related, but I get migraines once or twice a week and I seriously doubt its related to the shot.
3.19.2021 – Hickey-like redness at injection site, like burst blood vessels under the skin, starting around day 8. No pain. Faded in a few days.
4.2.2021 – Brain fog
4.4.2021 – Bruising at injection site
7.2.2021 – Cardiac arrhythmia tachycardia and bradycardia unlikely to be related to the vaccine. 48-hour holter monitor. Results not yet back.
Edema peripheral, Lymph node pain and Axillary pain
10.21.2021 – Also on my period so symptoms may be attributable to that or intensified
10.22.2021 – Swollen and painful armpit on same side as injection site
10.23.2021 – Congestion and swollen glands on same side of body as injection. Most pronounced in armpit.
10.24.2021 – Swollen glands on same side of body as injection, most pronounced in armoit
10.26.2021 – Swelling, pain, itching in glands under armpit-getting better
11.3.2021 – Pain in arm pit returned for about 36 hours. Very mild and better now.
11.26.2021 – Potential food poisoning. This is the third similar bout since beginning my vaccination series.
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