Their Stories

Polycystic ovaries, Irritable bowel syndrome and Productive cough

2.28.2021 – Congestion, runny nose, sore throat

3.3.2021 – Congestion

3.18.2021 – Runny nose & congestion

3.20.2021 – Congestion, mucus buildup

3.25.2021 – Congestion, sore throat

4.8.2021 – Headache today. Neck pain (probably just from bad posture & changed remote work setup). Still have congestion

4.24.2021 – Sore throat, minor cough, stuffed nose

4.29.2021 – Likely unrelated to covid & more related to PCOS, IBS, or diet. Symptom was diarrhea and fatigue for a day.

9.16.2021 – Slight cough

10.10.2021 – Phlegmy cough, stuffed nose

10.24.2021 – Sore throat, phlegm, slight cough, fatigue

12.26.2021 – Congestion, runny nose, slight cough, headache, diarrhea, sneezing

3.27.2022 – Minor sore throat, runny nose

Lung opacity, Nasal ulcer and Ear disorder

3.21.2021 – I noticed my throat is feeling dry

3.22.2021 – Aching in my upper back where the doctor listens to you breathing.

4.16.2021 – In addition to the headache the left side of my head is very sore.

5.26.2021 – Headaches and eye strain.

7.14.2021 – A very dry nose that is causing sores. I have these dark lesions in my ears and a dry cough. I plan to make see my doctor if it persists.

6.5.2022 – Lymph nodes in my neck and underarm are swollen and sore on the side where I got the injection.

6.6.2022 – My lymph glands/nodes are really inflammed on my underarm and neck on my left side where I was injected.

6.7.2022 – My lymph glands are still swollen, but not as painful as yesterday.

6.8.2022 – I am seeing my GYN tomorrow and will discuss the swollen underarm lymph glands.

6.9.2022 – Today, the swelling of the lymph glands have gone into the left side of my neck. I feel soreness the middle of my back between my shoulder blades.

7.15.2022 – Headache, runny/stuffy nose and mild cough and sneezing.

Vulvovaginal discomfort, Hernia and Fungal infection

1.22.2021 – New cold sore-lip

1.26.2021 – Possible hernia from exercising too hard after gallbladder/stones surgery last November 26th Drs office soon

2.16.2021 – Slight light headed

2.18.2021 – Some puffiness around shot area in left arm, mild

3.2.2021 – Unrelated, I believe, yeast infection most likely from the Gallbladder/stones surgery. I have had it, saw Dr, being treated now. Regular Ck bk on Thyroid, and yeast infection

5.18.2021 – On going vaginal irritation and odd skin rash, upper face.Had it a while. Got Appt to see dermatology and under Drs care vaginal.Allergies.

2.16.2022 – Sinus, on going

Nasal odor, Rales and Musculoskeletal chest pain

4.28.2021 – Just tested positive for covid 4/26/21

5.4.2021 – Cough, fatigue, shortness of breath. I tested positive for covid 19. I got tested on Monday April 26th and got positive result on April 28th.

5.11.2021 – Cough worse. Pain in right rib cage

5.18.2021 – Dizziness, noise in chest when inhale, coughing up phlegm

5.25.2021 – I retook a covid test and the results were negative on May 19th. Four days ago developed fever mainly at night. Mucus from nose has become thick and has odor. I havent been able to get an in person doctors appointment until May 28th.

6.1.2021 – Fever worse. Fatigue. Had a Dr. appt. gave me antibiotics & inhaler for sinus infection & pneumonia. Vaccine did not cause this. I contracted covid right after 2nd vaccine. Or right before 2nd vaccine.

Muscle fatigue, Arthropathy and Rheumatoid arthritis

1.18.2021 – Joint & body aches & tiredness are normal daily symptoms of my RA

1.19.2021 – Typical of my RA

1.20.2021 – All except h/a related to RA

1.21.2021 – Joint/muscle pains & fatigue r/t RA

1.22.2021 – Symptoms r/t RA

1.23.2021 – All R/t RA

1.24.2021 – Due to RA

1.25.2021 – R/t RA

2.8.2021 – Joint/muscle/pains r/t RA

2.9.2021 – Joint/body aches r/t RA

2.10.2021 – Joint/muscle/fatigue r/t RA

2.13.2021 – R/T RA

11.15.2021 – Symptoms r/t RA muscle n joint problems

2.14.2022 – Intermittent increased joint pain from RA

7.27.2022 – All r/to my RA joint pain.

11.4.2022 – Fever, Congestion, bad Headache, Chills, Body aches, Fatigue

Asthenia, Nasopharyngitis and Rhinorrhea

3.18.2021 – Felt dizzy only once

4.15.2021 – I have a cold and feeling my cold symptoms not any vaccine symptoms

4.16.2021 – Again I do have a cold and my symptoms might be related to the cold

4.29.2021 – Im tired most of the time and still have a runny nose and a slight cough from the cold I had before my second shit

5.6.2021 – Theres times I feel weak with no energy.Its happened a few times during the week since my last check in. After an hour or so I start to feel better and Im able to continue my day just fine.

Splenomegaly, Iron deficiency and Hemoglobin decreased

3.19.2021 – Dizziness

3.21.2021 – Painful underarm lymph nodes on the injection site

4.22.2021 – More tired and even the Covid vaccination spot felt sore again!!

4.29.2021 – Keep having joint aches hands shoulder hips

6.17.2021 – High blood pressure Enlarged spleenLowe HB of 11 Went to my physician

3.18.2022 – Iron deficiency/anemia Allergic reaction to unknown reason Skin rash/hives Inflammation with no cause. Seeing hematologist rheumatologist allergist to finding the cause of my health problems

Sialoadenitis, Pharyngeal swelling and Swelling face

3.2.2021 – 48 hrs after my shot I had a ear ache, then moved down into my teeth, tonsil and neck. By 72 hrs swelling in face, neck and throat area. ER infection in saliva glands. Advise consult family Dr. on 2 days if not better. Still under Dr. care and ENT Specialist and upcoming scan

10.1.2021 – I got the shot on Monday. Tuesday I felt not well. Tired, dizzy and odd aches. Spent most of Tuesday sleeping and when I got up Wednesday morning felt much better. As the week has gone on I feel fine.

Motion sickness, Hypersomnia and Nausea

1.14.2021 – As free 24 hrs got severe headache , motion sickness and extreme fatigue slept 12 hrs straight all cleared up 24 hrs just jet lagged feeling day 3. Wasn't offered a daily check up through app for day 1-2

2.19.2021 – strong pain in right temple area of forehead. Pains come on fast and hard never had anything like this before with a feeling of nausea following. Passes after about 45 seconds followed by shorter smaller ones. Headache and fatigue followed

Cardiovascular disorder, Massage and Arrhythmia

4.11.2021 – I missed yesterdays report. Wanted to say that Ive felt hot flash type symptoms...but no fever.

4.21.2021 – Cold sore on upper lip, runny nose, sneezing, fatigue

4.28.2021 – Cold sore on my lip...my dr. prescribed a med. Severe neck pain with difficulty moving my head started last week and has taken a week to improve. Massage did not help. Fatigue and brain fog daily in different frequencies. Professional massage. I also spoke with my doctor in person.

5.5.2021 – - Fatigue...I take a break and lie down when I need to...5-20 minutes helps.- Stretching needed for tightness in muscles...alleviates discomfort.(legs and feet)- Pain in upper back (stress points)

4.7.2022 – Chest congestion, dehydration, fatigue, passed out once (first time ever in my life), heart arrhythmia and blood circulation issue, brain fog, muscle and joint pain. These symptoms were all addressed, and I am doing much better now. Dr. Office visits

Mixed connective tissue disease, Fear and Oral mucosal blistering

1.24.2021 – I habe SLE, many alto immune diseases. I have MCTD

1.25.2021 – Since I have MCTD , Lupus being bad, ImScared.

2.6.2021 – Ulcers in mouth swollen tounge

2.12.2021 – My whole mouth filled with blisters. Lips swelled. White sweet nasal congestion . I have lupus and many other autoimmune diseases Doctor

2.19.2021 – Severe lupus flare. Mouth ulcers, eyes face nose swelling

2.28.2021 – Fingers swelled, mouth ulcers reappeared

3.5.2021 – A week after the first shot I went into the worst LUPUS flare of my life!! Im still i. It. Not getting second shot yet , The first made me so sick.

4.24.2021 – Mouth ulcers worse lupus flare ever!! Face Eyes swelled, still in a severe lupus flare up

Erythema, Pruritus and Myalgia

2.26.2021 – Allergic dripping nose started about 45 minutes after vaccine and had periodically all day. Took antihistamine 14 hours after shot and that is gone today.

3.11.2021 – Redness/rash on arm and hand. Lasted 2-3 days.

4.8.2021 – Dizziness last night and this morning. A feeling of being pulled to the left.

10.8.2021 – Red spots that come and go on palm of handsthey itch.

10.9.2021 – Took Benadryl yesterday for itching and red spots on hands and arms. Symptoms are gone today.

10.26.2021 – Muscle aches in upper body

11.2.2021 – Strong pain in upper arm muscles and neck. This is not normal for me, I have had no injury nor problem such as this before the booster.

4.5.2022 – Severe muscle pains General Practitioner

Foot fracture, Limb injury and Muscle fatigue

3.20.2021 – The fatigue is muscle-related, but its not an ache really. Its confined to my legs, and I doubt that it has anything to do with the shot. The joint pain is in my knee only.

4.4.2021 – After my first shot, I mentioned that I doubted my joint pain was related, but now I think it was. It cleared up completely about a week after the first shot, and now three hours after the second shot it is coming back. I have a spinal cyst that causes these symptoms when it is inflamed, so perhaps this is part of my immune response. It involves muscle weakness, too.

4.6.2021 – My heart rate feels a bit fast.

4.19.2021 – Im sure its not related, but I feel as if I may have a stress fracture in one foot. Im going to see a doctor about that. Im going to a regular office visit.

4.25.2021 – Cant remember whether I knew this last week: I broke a toe after minimal impact.

5.2.2021 – I have been having palpitations at night. Also, I cant recall whether I reported this last week: I have an infection inside a nostril. Cant imagine the nostril has anything to do with the vaccine, but it is a health condition

10.5.2021 – About three days of body aches and sore eyes; I took a COVID test and the result was negative. Since then, I've been having frequent palpitations (and higher than usual heart rate when I exercise). COVID test

Immune system disorder, Infection and Ear infection

8.11.2021 – Unbearable headache and a sore throat with an earache.

8.31.2021 – Had a positive Covid test

11.18.2021 – I literally feel like since I've gotten the vaccine it has weakened my immune system. I have had an ear infection that was extremely excruciating I have been in 4 different antibiotics plus I have been having this incessant sore throat since 9/28.

2.15.2022 – Constant headaches and abdominal pains

8.19.2022 – I have been taking different penicillins for various infections. Literally getting the vaccine diminished my immune system.

Breakthrough COVID-19, Nightmare and Injection site bruising

1.4.2021 – I'm a COVID “long hauler” (confirmed case July 21), so headache, fatigue, body aches, chest pain, shortness of breath, etc, are kind of the norm. I'll make note if it's worse than normal going forward

1.5.2021 – I had nightmares last night that felt similar to the nightmares I had during my actual COVID infection

1.7.2021 – Note: I think it's just a bad long hauler day. I don't think it's related to the vaccine

1.11.2021 – I think it's just a bad long-hauler day.

2.1.2021 – Im a COVID long-hauler with dysautonomia from it. Im always fatigued and usually have a headache

3.8.2021 – Had a bad flare up of my PASC (long haul/post covid) symptoms last week. Unlikely from the vaccine

3.17.2021 – Had a bad PASC relapse the past week or two

12.23.2021 – Insane dizziness last night, though I do have POTS from long covid

12.26.2021 – Injection site appears bruised today

11.17.2022 – Major increase in migraine frequency. Probably not related to the vaccine. Appointment is actually scheduled for Friday and hasn't happened yet.

Chromatopsia, Nasal discomfort and Photophobia

4.29.2021 – Swelling under my left armpit (injection site was left arm). Slight pain in the armpit at the swelling site. Presume swollen lymph node.

4.30.2021 – Sizeable swelling under my left armpit. Presumably a swollen lymph node. Notceable all day long with a dull pain and pressure feeling.

5.1.2021 – Swelling under left armpit, presumably a lymph node. Dull pain with a pulling feeling in that spot when my arm us down in normal position.

5.2.2021 – New painful lump on top left collarbone. Presume it is swollen lymph node. Dull pain when not touched, uncomfortably painful if touched/pressed. Still have swollen lump in left armpit with dull pressure-type feeling.

5.3.2021 – Swollen area under left armpit and swollen lump on top left clavicle (latter was noticeably painful to the touch prior two days but less so today). Presumably lymph nodes.

10.27.2021 – I had a respiratory illness (cold) with severe coughing and a sinus infection in September. I got PCR tested negative for Covid.

11.17.2021 – Weird sensation in my left arm and hand (injection side). Like a very slight numbness or tingling.

11.20.2021 – Very concerning pain in both my eyes when moving, also when transitioning from lighter to darker or vice versa. I've had to pull blinds and turn down my device screen brightness. Very concerning as I've never had any eye issues ever and don't wear

11.21.2021 – I had disconcerting eye pain all thebprior day and night. In the early morning hours (2AM), when turned off the lights I did not see all black as usual. Instead it was red tinged, like there was a red mist mixed in with the black

11.22.2021 – Continued eye pain with movement and changes in light levels.

5.20.2022 – Cold symptoms. Burning sinuses and runny nose progressed to cough and rlnasal congestion. Fatigue

10.5.2022 – The day after the vax, I experienced back and neck aches, chills, low fever, headaches and eye pain, sensitivity to light changes resulting in eye pain. Today I have minor eye pain.

Injection site warmth, Urticaria and Feeling hot

1.29.2021 – Developed a rash on my arm. Large red itchy and hot area where I received the shot 10 days after shot. Also have an enlarged lymph node on my collarbone

2.5.2021 – I had a delayed reaction with the rash on my arm and a swollen lymph node on my collarbone

2.15.2021 – Swollen lymph node

2.16.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes

2.27.2021 – Itchy hives in several areas

3.6.2021 – Itchy hives all over the place

3.20.2021 – Hives

3.27.2021 – I keep getting hives in all different areas

5.15.2021 – Still getting hives

Lymph node pain, Lymphadenopathy and Dizziness

5.9.2021 – swollen lymph nodes in neck and sore/stiff armpit, both on the side that I got my vaccine

5.10.2021 – dizziness; swollen lymph nodes in neck on same side as where I got my vaccine

5.11.2021 – swollen lymph node in neck on same side as where I got my vaccine

5.13.2021 – swollen lymph node in neck on same side where I received vaccine

12.4.2021 – swollen lymph nodes in neck on same side of the body where I got my vaccine

12.6.2021 – swollen lymph node in neck on same side of body where I got my vaccine

Tongue blistering, Noninfective gingivitis and Aphthous ulcer

2.10.2021 – About a week after the first shot I got a painful canker sore on my gum. Finally went away. Now Im getting another in the same spot. I dont ever remember having one. Dont know if theres a connection but its worth reporting

3.3.2021 – Chest discomfort. What seems to be allergies which Ive never had before

3.10.2021 – Mouth sores since after my first shot. On my gums. On my tongue. Ive never had these before

8.4.2021 – I still have mouth sores. Never had them be bore the Covid shot

Middle ear effusion, Breast feeding and Dizziness

4.3.2021 – Sore throat

4.8.2021 – My 19-mo-old had a fever. We still nurse so I thought I should mention it

10.23.2021 – I got my flu shot at the same time, and my period started yesterday as well, so I'm feeling really punky today

12.3.2021 – Dizziness for last 4 days. Yesterday, urgent care doctor said it's from fluid in both ears, suggested Claritin and Flonase. Hasn't resolved yet, but it's only been a day

9.20.2022 – I got my flu shot yesterday - symptoms today are likely due to that, but I figured I'd report them anyway, just in case

Sneezing, Myalgia and Nasal congestion

4.21.2021 – Lightheaded

4.22.2021 – Muscle and joint pain is not related to vaccine; its chronic

4.23.2021 – I believe these are both on related to the vaccination; I have a chronic condition that would be causing these anyway

4.24.2021 – These are almost certainly from a chronic illness and not the vaccination

4.25.2021 – These are from my chronic condition and not the vaccine

4.26.2021 – These are likely related to my chronic condition and not to the vaccination

5.3.2021 – Sneezing, stuffy and drippy nose

5.17.2021 – Last week I was feverish for three days after the vaccination and had swelling of the lymph node under the injected arm

Body temperature increased, Injection site warmth and Injection site swelling

4.30.2021 – Shortly after I initially received the first shot, the arm I received the injection in felt off from the i jection site down to my pinky finger. Kinda like it was going to fall asleep but no tingling. Sorry, that might not really be helpful. It's hard to describe but almost like it was starting to go numb but never really did. That lasted for about the first 3/3.5 hours. Once that sensation dissipated the arm, by the injection site started to feel more sore. So far would still say just mild.

5.1.2021 – My temperature was elivated today. Usully itz 97ish and it hit 99.

5.3.2021 – There's some redness by the muscle of the injection arm. That same area is also a little red and I feel a bump. This area is also warm to the touch.

5.29.2021 – While i know the cdc doesnt consider 99.5 to be a fever, my normal temperature is in the 97 degree range not 98 degree range.

5.30.2021 – The site of the injection where it is red and a little swollen is also warm to the touch.

12.6.2021 – The red area near the injection site is also warm to the touch

Hypopnea, Seasonal allergy and Hypertension

4.15.2021 – Today I had a higher heart rate and blood pressure than past days. But Im not sure its related to vaccine. I have high blood pressure, but meds usually manage it.

4.29.2021 – Dizziness

6.10.2021 – I just realized in the last 2 weeks, I occasionally have mild breathing shallowness/shortness of breath that makes me cough a bit. Its subtle enough that I thought it could be seasonal allergies. But I thought Id report it just in case.

2.1.2022 – (May be due to allergies) headache, dizziness, chills, fatigue

Breast pain, Lymphadenopathy and Pain in extremity

3.5.2021 – Ive had a little breast pain in the right breast. Injection was in my right arm. Pain is mild but noticeable.

3.29.2021 – Have had congestion more than usual since Friday 3/26.

4.8.2021 – Enlarged lymph node in right armpit. Vaccination was administered in right arm.

4.29.2021 – Achey and painful legs. More like deep in the leg and not muscular. Relieved temporarily by taking Advil. Ive done no strenuous activities. Its just weird like. I thing Ive ever felt before. This started almost 48 hours ago.

Abdominal discomfort, Nausea and Pain in extremity

1.4.2021 – Slight sore throat not sure if it has to do with anything from the shop

1.27.2021 – Have a sore throat dont know if it has anything to do with the vaccine

1.28.2021 – Had a sore throat does not know if that has anything to do with a vaccine

3.10.2021 – Upset stomach nauseous lots of stomach problems I dont know if it has anything to do with the vaccine

4.28.2021 – Left arm where I got the shot has been sore the last couple weeks not sure if it has anything to do with a shot or not

Eating disorder, Poor quality sleep and Dehydration

9.1.2021 – Numbness, tingling in arm and fingers, swelling yesterday

9.4.2021 – Still have some numbness/ tingling in my hand (especially in my pinky)

9.7.2021 – Still numbness in pinky

9.29.2021 – Exhausted

11.11.2021 – Yesterday felt like allergies including lots of post nasal drip. Today, I feel extra exhausted (didn't sleep well either), dizzy, sore throat, no appetite & a little nauseated. Granted, all can be attributed to allergies, dehydration & not eating.

Rash pruritic, Hypersensitivity and Lymph node pain

3.7.2021 – Lymph nodes in armpit are sore and enlarged

3.8.2021 – Have painful lymph nodes under my arm and chest.

3.9.2021 – Lymph nodes underarm and on chest swollen

3.10.2021 – Lymph nodes still mildly swollen under arm

3.11.2021 – Still bery mild lymph nodes under arm.

10.23.2021 – Lymph nodes under arm Slightly enlarged

10.24.2021 – No

11.9.2021 – Rash on forearms for maybe 4-6 hours. Itchy not raised.

11.23.2021 – I have mildly swollen lymph nodes under my right arm. Not painful, discovered with self-breast exam.

10.6.2022 – Runny nose

Breast pain, Abdominal pain upper and Lymph node pain

3.9.2021 – Shot too rough from person giving vaccine

3.10.2021 – Headache

3.14.2021 – My arm still hurts from injection.

3.15.2021 – The shot was given in the wrong spot in arm. Too high on back of arm

3.30.2021 – Run a fever off and on for 3 weeks since vaccine.

4.6.2021 – Leg pain, stomach pain and fever.

4.13.2021 – My breast still hurts and still lymph nodesvunder arm.

4.20.2021 – The pain in my arm has gone into my shoulder. Terrible pain in arm, shoulder, back and neck. Thought pain should be gone not gotten worse. Made appointment with doctor for next week.

6.10.2021 – Awful congestion. Aches and pains. Something going on for months now. Dr. Office.

Emotional distress, Mental disorder and Cognitive disorder

5.28.2021 – The day after my shot I had fever, chills, and joint pain in addition to the above, such that I could not work

1.4.2022 – I had what could have been covid or a cold last week. Got tested, no results yet. Fatigue, headache, sneezing, runny nose, body aches. I also have had worsened emotional state since the shot, which I wonder if it's a side effect.

1.11.2022 – I keep getting these bad, persistent headaches that last for a day or more.

1.25.2022 – It's not new but I consider it problematic that I've had headaches and body aches since a week or less of getting the shot.

12.21.2022 – I had covid in September 2022 with lingering cough and fatigue;, have had cognitive and mental health decline ever since getting vaccinated in 2021

Headache

3.22.2021 – Left rear neck muscle has been making it's existence known all day. But probably just from the way I slept last night,

3.24.2021 – I have always had some of these symptoms because of my crohn's and cmt. But no change either way since getting the shot.

4.3.2021 – One day this week dealt with a massive headache and hurled food I haven't seen since last year. But believe it was my normal season change allergy thing. It's a late fall/early spring thing. Doubt it's shot related. But mentioned it just in case.

4.17.2022 – I got my booster(moderna) a week after the last check-in 6 months ago. But by then the text wouldn't work. It took me down until the next morning. Then it was like nothing ever happened. Been fine since. I'm planning to get the 2nd booster soon.