Their Stories

Vascular device infection, Infection and Discharge

2.5.2021 – This started last night after last checkin but was gone by this morning

2.15.2021 – I got a fever and chills. The fever lasted about 12 hours. The chills lasted a day and a half or so

3.4.2021 – I have a AspireAssist tube in my stomach that has become very pain abs swollen around it. Dr thinks infected. Odd first time infected in years day after vaccine

3.5.2021 – Area around pick line infected first time in over 2 years. Red swollen painful. Dripping puss. Put on clyndimiacine

3.7.2021 – Seems dr report shows My infection was from RARE GRAM POSITIVE COCCI IN PAIRS plus a few other things like RARE GRAM POSITIVE COCCI IN PAIRS

3.8.2021 – Stiff neck. Pick line infection getting better

3.1.2022 – Sinus pain. Cough

Shoulder arthroplasty, Joint dislocation and Road traffic accident

4.6.2022 – Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, headache & severe fatigue lasting 3 days. Concurrent with local norovirus outbreak. Spouse had same sx beginning 12 hours before me & with same course of illness.

6.6.2022 – Separated shoulder r/t bicycle accident

7.25.2022 – Severe rotator cuff injury, shoulder replacement surgery scheduled 7/27/2022

10.24.2022 – After bivalent booster on 10/19/22, had low-grade fever, chills, headache & muscle aches for about 24hrs.

Musculoskeletal pain, Ear infection and Heavy menstrual bleeding

1.14.2021 – Headache,brain fog and body aches

1.28.2021 – Ear infection,back pain,joint pain,head ache

2.4.2021 – Myalgias, diffise joint pains that never resolved

2.11.2021 – Musculoskeletap pains amd aches

4.1.2021 – Non specific rashes all over my body that never completely resolve, refurrent headaches and muscle aches

7.2.2021 – Since the vaccine I have had very weird heavy menstrual cycles, frequent muscle pain and strange headaches that never resolved

12.31.2021 – Irregular menstrual cycles, persistent diffuse joint pain, and intermittent severe headaches.

Genital erythema, Genital tract inflammation and Genital swelling

3.13.2021 – On Day 5 or 6 post vaccination I experienced swelling/redness/itching of external genitalia. It resolved after a few days, but by then my right upper arm had become swollen/red/itchy. Originally described as moderate, but severe might be more accur

3.25.2021 – None

3.26.2021 – Pain 7 hrs post; other 12hrs post; still sick 24 hrs post

4.29.2021 – Back injury with muscle spasm. Likely unrelated to vaccination

2.7.2022 – Allergic reactions to unknown substances: ? OJ, ? New laundry detergent? ?water in campground. Trying elimination diet and another laundry detergent

4.19.2022 – 04/03/22: fever, body aches, headache, poor appetite, slept almost round the clock

10.1.2022 – Moderna vaccine 09/29/22. Covid arm upper right injection site. Mod-Severe fatigue, decrease energy and stamina.

12.29.2022 – I believe I had RSV, lasting about 2 1/2 weeks. Now resolved.

Nodule, Photophobia and Neuralgia

1.25.2021 – Nodule swelling cloes to left side neck

1.26.2021 – Nodule and lump swelling at clavicle and pain. Cloes to the injection site.

1.27.2021 – Left clavicle nodule pain and swelling

1.28.2021 – Nodule pain and swelling at left side Neck clavicle

1.29.2021 – Nodule at left side of clavicle and neck swelling and pain

2.5.2021 – Nodule cloes to left clavicle swelling and episode of breathing discomfort

2.12.2021 – Shortness of breathing and fatigue,noticable nodule on left side neck and clavicle . Primary doctor is aware, and I been following up with me. Diagnostic test are order.

2.19.2021 – CT Results positive of Nodule inflammation after 3 weeks .It reflected clavicle noudel swelling cause by the 2 dose of vaccine.

2.26.2021 – Neck pain and nodule still large on left clavicle region.

3.5.2021 – Neck pain is radiating to head with headaches at night time noudle are still noticable on left side of clavicle .and starting to feel chest discomfort.

7.23.2021 – Nerve pain in bilateral-arm Pain med

1.24.2022 – La side neck pain an photophobia

Eye color change, Mydriasis and Eye disorder

2.22.2021 – My eyes blackened a bit the two days after the shot. I forgot to put it in.

3.19.2021 – Sharp bone pain at random locations

3.20.2021 – My right foot and left leg had pain like a needle was in the bone. It didnt last but a couple hours. My eyes turned black like I got hit by a baseball bat. Did not affect my vision. Foggy headed.

3.21.2021 – My eyes are still black.

4.21.2021 – Depression and anxiety, occasionally confusion

9.15.2021 – Stuffy nose, coughing, like a cold

3.19.2022 – Bronchitis, and caught Covid. Back went out so I can barely walk.

Menopause, Ear pruritus and Postmenopausal hemorrhage

3.13.2021 – Soreness at vax site returned to arm

4.30.2021 – I'm in menopause. But I had a 2 periods in a 4 week span. (Every 2 weeks) after vaccine. Super strange.

6.25.2021 – I have been and man a pause for about 3 years or more. After the 1st vaccine I had spotting. Since the 2nd vaccine, I've had regular monthly cycles that last 5 days or more.

3.26.2022 – Itchy watery eyes. Itchy inner ear and sinuses

5.21.2022 – Menstrual blood 'breakthrough'. I'm menopausal so this isn't normal

6.5.2022 – Period #2 began since the shot. I'm in menopause.

Increased upper airway secretion, Vaginal hemorrhage and Intermenstrual bleeding

4.5.2021 – On Saturday and Sunday I had sinus pain, as though from congestion, but I wasnt congested

4.16.2021 – On day 8, my arm hurt a lot. That started about 36 hours of fatigue. Today is day 15.

4.30.2021 – My period lasted for 11 days. Very heavy bleeding for 4-5 days (usually its 3) then spotting for another week (not my pattern at all). I am 50 and in peri-menopause, but this was weird even for that. Increased fatigue, too.

5.7.2021 – The menstrual spotting came back and stopped after two days. So the first period after my vaccination was especially heavy and lasted from 4/14 to 5/2 with only 3-4 days of not bleeding or spotting toward the end of that time.

11.2.2021 – My period started 2 days early

11.6.2021 – Insomnia the last two nights

5.27.2022 – Phlegm almost blocking my throat, sinus congestion, low grade fever, chills, body ache, headache, fatigue, cough, difficulty sleeping

6.17.2022 – Diarrhea

9.25.2022 – No appetite

Metastases to liver, Productive cough and Dyspnea

4.7.2021 – Cough, congestion, minor amount of blood in phlegm

4.21.2021 – half teaspoon of blood in phlegm from throat/mouth each morning. None rest of day. Very minor cough- not sure if that is from allergies.

5.4.2021 – Mild cough, no fever, may be pollen/dust allergies.

12.31.2021 – Pains in my left shoulder, maybe rotator cuff injury from hoisting myself up post-hysterectomy, not related to my jabs Will see physical therapist next for rotator cuff PT

4.3.2022 – Chest congestion, short of breath, fatigue Prescribed inhaler. Cardio stress test scheduled

10.3.2022 – Liver cancer metastasis Oncologist appointments, radiation, chemo and daily capsules for ALK+ lung cancer.

Abdominal pain lower, Lethargy and Erythema

2.11.2021 – Are use retinol. Right after the shot my face started to read and its still pretty red and dry. It may just be the retinol but it seems like a reaction to the vaccination.

3.2.2021 – Sore lower back and stomach and the solar plexus region. I dont think this is from the vaccine.

9.7.2021 – Do you like symptoms after my booster shot. Which I had three weeks ago. Fever of 102°, chills, body aches. That lasted one day. Feeling uncomfortable for about four days. Currently having intermittent lethargy and tiredness.

Injection site discomfort, Oropharyngeal pain and Headache

2.25.2021 – I can locate the injection site in my upper left shoulder. Its not a problem...just an awareness.

3.16.2021 – Headache is at the base of my skull.

4.25.2021 – Headaches. The headaches I get are severe and the same discomfort as the 5 days post #2. Tylenol works.

6.13.2021 – I have a daily headache that started 5 days after the #2 vaccine. Im not assuming the headache is from the vaccine, just giving you something to chart.

12.28.2021 – Sore throat for 2 days.

Muscle strain, Throat tightness and Pain of skin

1.1.2021 – None

1.29.2021 – Just my arm is sore where I got the injection

1.30.2021 – Not pain but soreness in my arm

2.27.2021 – I dont know if it has anything to do with Covid19 or the vaccination but I strained my back over 2 weeks ago and after a week of no improvement I was given and am still on a steroid and anti inflammatory drug MethylPREDNISolone. I just phoned in my complaint and a prescription was sent to my pharmacy

7.29.2021 – Extremely cold I was shaking, hot shower hurt my skin, temperature went up to 104 degrees. Went to ER and they ran many tests but they could not give me a diagnosis. Symptoms only lasted a day and a half.

10.25.2021 – No

11.19.2021 – I got my flu shot yesterday morning and 12 hours later I started feeling bad. I ached all over, was so cold I was shaking, my neck and head felt full, I had a temp of 100.4 and for hours heard my heartbeat in my left ear. Today I am very fatigued

4.18.2022 – I don't have any symptoms today but shouldn't you be asking about symptoms people experienced the day or two after the shot. I and my husband experienced a lot of those symptoms then

Language disorder, Spinal fracture and Rib fracture

3.31.2021 – Joint pain, especially in left shoulder, arm, and hand. May be osteoarthritis.

1.4.2022 – On Dec 23 I developed what I thought was a bad winter cold. Symptoms were bad for one night and day, then just mild cold nuisance symptoms. On Dec 29 I tested positive for Covid. I isolated until Jan 3. Mild symptoms, head cold only.

4.5.2022 – I fell and fractured a vertebra and/or rib. I had mild Covid on December and now experience Saw a doctor

5.10.2022 – The entire arm has hurt off and on for 5 days. Day 4 suffered intense itching on site and up over shoulder.

6.2.2022 – A break out of hives. Don't know why. Seeing my dermatologist tomorrow to make sure they aren't mites bites. Visit tomorrow with dermatologist

8.4.2022 – Edema in legs and feet related to limited mobility. More confusion with language.

Onycholysis, Nail disorder and Alopecia

2.28.2021 – The symptoms checked are VERY MILD.

5.28.2021 – Left foot, but toe, nail raising off the nail bed near cuticle. Didn't know if this is important or not.

8.27.2021 – The toenail on my L big toe is in the process of peeling away and coming off. I don't remember injuring it. It does not look like a fungus. I'm fine. Just honestly answering your questions.

3.26.2022 – I contacted COVID in Jan 2022. I assume it was Omicron. This is my first and only infection with COVID.

5.13.2022 – Fatigue. It was the over riding symptom of my Covid but I thought it would go away so I didn't worry. It's lasted way too long and I'm beginning to think I'll never have my old energy level back. Exhausted when I get up in the morning.

10.7.2022 – My hair continues to fall out. I've lost a great deal but I would take the vax and boosters all over again. I am grateful to everyone to had a part in getting the vaccine to me.

10.14.2022 – I continue to experience significant hair loss. I am so grateful for the vaccines & boosters and that I have lived through this time in history that the hair loss has taken a back seat as a symptom. Nonetheless, I need to mention that it is real.

Nodule, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Muscle twitching

3.28.2021 – Muscle twitches and hives the first week

3.29.2021 – Rash and hives again. Shit area hurting. Muscle weakness . Tired. Dry mouth. Irritation increasing.

4.20.2021 – Hives

5.4.2021 – Hives are larger but fewer. I am weak very weak. I am unable to get anything done as I wear out in a short time. Headache still. I am going to see my doctor first if next week.

5.11.2021 – Hives are bigger have them every night. Headache 31 days now. Weakness is prominent. All the glow in the dark inks from tattoos has disappeared. I can't sleep but a hour or so a night. Seeing doctor the 12th.

5.18.2021 – Hives and a lump on the inside if my arm by the elbow.

Inflammatory marker increased, C-reactive protein increased and Weight increased

1.19.2021 – Slight metallic taste in my mouth with in 10 min

1.22.2021 – Yesterday I did experience some of these, chills and muscle soreness as well as fatigue

1.24.2021 – Stuffy nose

2.20.2021 – Extra thirsty

2.23.2021 – Most likely unrelated to the shot...

8.17.2021 – Weight gain hormone problems

2.18.2022 – Missed periods

9.29.2022 – Increased inflammation markers in blood work Routine

10.19.2022 – Some sort of viral illness started 10/16/22 coughing , sneezing, body aches, lots of mucus, phlegm ,low grade fever 98.8-99.5 for 24 hours.

Amnesia and Musculoskeletal discomfort

3.29.2021 – I feel good. I resumed working out today.

3.30.2021 – My lower back is bothering me. Honestly I think I did something working out.

4.2.2021 – I feel great

5.8.2021 – I am experiencing episodes of spaciness. Not understand math problems that I used to be able to do in my head. I forgot the name of a road that Ive run on for over 20 years. Odd little quirky mental gaps happen occasionally. I thought It worth men

4.17.2022 – Tested Covid positive on March 29

Eye pain, Gastrointestinal disorder and Somnolence

1.24.2021 – Ive have had bruising in the area of vaccine.

2.3.2021 – My arm in which I received vaccine is sore and seems as if it is effecting my shoulder and neck. Now my back seems to be sore too. I have taken ibuprofen, Tylenol and Aleve. I put Icy Hot which gives very temporary relief.

2.11.2021 – Eyes hurt

2.12.2021 – I have been taking Tylenol to help with symptoms

2.13.2021 – Mild cough

2.15.2021 – Ive had pain in underarm area

2.16.2021 – Pain under arm

2.17.2021 – Mild pain underarm

3.10.2021 – My digestive system seems to have been affected. I still get mild headaches and am tired but having trouble sleeping.

3.17.2021 – I have had more acidic stomach issues and have been more tired/sleepy.

Respiratory symptom, Injection site pain and COVID-19

1.6.2021 – The pain is extremely mild, I literally have to touch it or bump it on something to even notice it. Not unexpected with any vaccinations.

2.19.2021 – Muscle pain at injection site only. Slightly more intense then the first injection compared to the second injection.

2.20.2021 – Mild pain has almost completely subsided

2.18.2022 – Had Covid 1/20/22 (+Antigen home test), ill with URI Sx's. Symptom free within a few days, tested negative on 1/26/22 as a follow up in workplace (EMS).

Feeling cold, Decreased appetite and Myalgia

2.13.2021 – These two surveys arent quite timed well enough to capture symptoms; the first survey at 10hrs my symptoms were only developing..second survey at 36hrs I am starting to feel better; HOWEVER 12-18hrs AFTER ADMINISTRATION OF SECOND DOSE WAS SEVERE SYMPTOMS OF PAIN, FULL BODY MUSCLE/JOINT PAINS, CHILLS, HEADACHE, LOSS OF APPETITE, however no nausea, no breathing problems..symptoms at 8-10hrs were mild and I was able to function,HOWEVER 12-18hrs Was SEVERE AND INTENSE INJECTION SITE PAIN AND FULL BODY ACHES, UNCOMFORTABLE TO WALK/BEAR WEIGHT, AND UNABLE TO EAT, UNABLE TO GET WARM DESPITE FULLY CLOTHED AND UNDER COVERS/BEDSPREAD WITH STOCKING CAP ON. Second day at 36hrs I am sore but able to do normal daily activities

Complex regional pain syndrome, Spinal operation and Ear disorder

3.14.2021 – Went to ER yesterday..fever..aches..pain chest hurting..hurt to breathe..heart racing..headache..dizziness..arm hurting badaaaa

3.12.2022 – Ear problem with left ear..feels like something is in it and have sharp pains from time to time..back problem and R knee..some congestion lungs and head..maybe possible sinus infection..

5.24.2022 – I already have been diagnosed with CRIPS and hyperhydrosis, orthostatic hypotension, type II diabetes, and at risk of skin infections MRSA and fungal infections

5.25.2022 – Yes, when I went to Walmart to get my booster administered suppose to have been at 9am there was a mixup and I didn't get my booster till a little before noon I arrived there through Medicaid transportation through NC Medicaid I am type II diabetic

5.26.2022 – Type II DIABETES, CRIPS(RSD), HYPERHYDROSIS

5.27.2022 – Light sensitivity, bout of low blood glucose, flare up of CRIPS pain

5.28.2022 – Paresthesia RT calf and numbness in RT foot

5.29.2022 – Allergy from environment and back pain and right leg problems

11.21.2022 – had back surgery for 2nd time.. pain is not good.. running hot cold told wound looks ok...got flu shot now told I need 2nd booster for COVID and just found out my pneumonia shot is past due..also I saw in MY CHART (b)(6)..I need end shingle's zoster sho P. OP . with PCP

Allergic respiratory symptom, Sensation of foreign body and Dysphagia

2.28.2021 – sinus/allergy symptoms

3.1.2021 – foot and ankle pain - mostly small arch bones it seems

3.2.2021 – I think what I am experiencing is from lack of sleep and chiropractic appt chiropracter

3.20.2021 – food especially chocolate doesn't taste right

3.24.2021 – general sinus allergy symptoms - do not believe related to vaccine or COVID. have had most of my life.

4.2.2021 – Everything tastes terrible in the past week. Bad enough that I am not eating well.

4.30.2021 – My sense of taste is still off along with an odd feeling in the the back of my throat and difficulty swallowing when food present. Doesn't happen all the time. regular doctor visit

3.19.2022 – Fatigue, anxiety, taste.

Tendon pain, Vertigo positional and Rotator cuff syndrome

4.21.2021 – I developed a form of positional vertigo 5 days ago after a long, 6 hour hike. It's improving; I haven't seen a physician about it yet.

7.20.2021 – I developed bppv in April, was treated, and have recovered fully.

10.21.2021 – For the past month or so I am experiencing fatigue. Otherwise I am fine.

12.9.2021 – left shoulder rotator cuff strain. My cholesterol has risen from 172 in 2019 to 200 today.

3.10.2022 – Left rotator cuff pain.

9.9.2022 – I developed COVID in the summer.

Abdominal pain upper, Injection site pain and Pain in extremity

1.4.2021 – Pain at injection site ended in less than 24 hours after injection.

1.6.2021 – Please note: Injection site pain was only on the first day & slight on the second day.

1.7.2021 – Pain at injection site ended day after shot.

1.8.2021 – Pain at injection site lasted less than 24 hours.

1.9.2021 – Pain at injection site for only 24 hours after injection.

2.1.2021 – Arm pain was only slight & was gone the next day.

7.31.2021 – Stomach pain & headaches for a few days.

7.11.2022 – Tested positive for COVID June 15, 2022

Hyposmia, Hypogeusia and Taste disorder

11.27.2021 – Swollen Lymph nodes / armpit

11.28.2021 – Loss of appetite, swollen lymph nodes (armpit)

11.30.2021 – Swollen Lymph Nodes (armpit)

5.23.2022 – Swollen lymph node near armpit, partial loss of smell and altered taste.

5.25.2022 – Altered/diminished sense of taste and smell

5.26.2022 – Slightly swollen lymph nodes (armpit) and slightly altered sense of taste

11.26.2022 – When (b)(6) had COVID she had a scratchy/sore throat and a low fever (100.4), followed by some congestion. She was very tired for about 5 days. She has since recovered.

Blood pressure increased, Anxiety and Chest discomfort

1.16.2021 – Vaccine received on 1/13 9 am, on 1/14 8 pm felt chest tightness and uneasy. Check my BP and it was elevated over 160/98, went to ED. BP increased to 180/98. Treated with morphine and aspirin. After 6 hours, chest tightness resolved and BP down to 161/90

1.17.2021 – My blood pressure has been back to normal for 24 hours post my elevated level on Thursday evening. No other issues.

2.17.2021 – On Tuesday, February 16 had a headache of a 6/10 severity score. I took ibuprofen and it resolved within 4 hours. No identifiable reason for the headache but not thinking it was vaccine related either

Blood bilirubin increased, Excessive cerumen production and Secretion discharge

4.20.2021 – My lymph node near my neck felt bigger.

4.21.2021 – Swollen lymph node

4.22.2021 – Slightly less swollen lymph node

5.21.2021 – Unrelated to the vaccine. I caused an ear infection in both ears by trying to clean out my ear wax with debrox ear drops . But I did so incorrectly but got treatment for the infection by applying antibiotic ear drops to both ears

11.5.2021 – I have digestive issues and pain in my upper right abdomen with high bilirubin levels as stated in a recent blood test

11.21.2022 – Possibly a common cold, have a sore throat and slight headache

11.27.2022 – I caught an intense cold with a sore throat then fever then wet cough then sinus congestion with alot of mucus and dry cough now and luckily tested negative for covid .

Oral contraception, Intermenstrual bleeding and Menstrual disorder

3.16.2021 – Pain under armpit of arm where vaccine was administered

3.17.2021 – Still have swelling and pain under left arm pit (vaccine was administered in left arm)

4.7.2021 – Super super cold. Beyond just chills. Had to turn on heat and put on 2 sweaters.

5.12.2021 – Since getting the vaccine my periods have been heavier and off cycle (even though Im on the pill)

5.19.2021 – Had mid-cycle bleeding for 2 weeks. Heavy periods.

10.8.2021 – Heavy and inconsistent periods

4.7.2022 – Inconsistent periods

Polymenorrhea, Glossodynia and Breast tenderness

4.7.2021 – Vivid dreams (hard to get good rest at night and during the day), and under tongue pain

4.8.2021 – Vivid dreams

4.15.2021 – Swollen lymph node on collarbone (same side as injection). Size of a marble and is tender. This showed up this morning (9 days after my 1st vaccine dose). Along with, breast tenderness for two days.

4.20.2021 – Enlarged (size of grapes) tender lymph nodes by my collarbone on the same side of injection. Delayed menstruated cycle by 3 days, with a heavier than normal flow for first day and shortened duration of cycle by 2 days.

4.29.2021 – Lymph node on collar bone is still enlarged and tender.

5.4.2021 – Eyes are mildly sensitive to light and movement.

5.8.2021 – Extremely enlarged lymph nodes along collarbone and tender. Same side as vaccine injection.

5.9.2021 – Lymph nodes still very swollen. Tingling in hand and arm.

5.10.2021 – Lymph nodes at collarbone are very swollen and enlarged and tender (still).

5.11.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes along collarbone

Suture insertion, Presyncope and Food poisoning

1.21.2021 – Lightheaded about 10 minutes after injection

2.18.2021 – Lightheaded and woozy the first hour

2.22.2021 – UTI

9.3.2021 – Lymph node swelling in armpit on side of injection site

9.4.2021 – Lymph node swelling of underarm area on the same side as the injection

9.6.2021 – A stitch in my side on the same side as injection and swelling

9.8.2021 – Lightheadedness near fainting

9.15.2021 – Food poisoning over the last 7 days

3.2.2022 – Mild cold and cough

4.14.2022 – Underarm lymph node swelling on injection side beginning day after injection and now receding.

5.9.2022 – More Fatigued every day over the last week.

9.15.2022 – Rapid heart rate occurring about 15 minutes after the injection. It lasted a couple of minutes.