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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.

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Urinary hesitation, Dysuria and Ventricular extrasystoles

5U6-15179-57319

– PVCS/ irregular heartbeat

– Dizziness; more than usual hesitation in urinating

– Hesitant urination; dizziness

– Very dizzy. Still some urination difficulty

– Dizziness

– For the past 3 or 4 days I have been so tired that I can barely do the basics. Besides my lack of energy I have had more aches and pains than usual. The Worsening aches are in my Lower Back and legs & in my hip where I had hip replaced 6 yrs. ago.

– Since I received the COVID Vaccine I have been so tired all the time. I was never without energy like I have been for the past 3 months. I didnt equate this condition to the vaccine before but now I can see no other explanation.

– Nausea, vomiting, fever for 2 days, aches and headaches. Some of the Symptoms lasted about 2 weeks. I had a COVID-19 test and the result was negative.

– Extremely tired all the time; general feeling of not being well; heart pvcs. I don't know if these symptoms are related to the Covid vaccine but I have felt worse since having it. I still have an itchy upper arm & lump at the vaccination site.

– Irregular heartbeat for unknown reason. Cardiologist advised that I am suffering with numerous PVC's and prescribed a beta blocker. Upper arm still itches terribly where I received last Covid booster injection. Went to cardiologist.

– Since last Covid booster I have had daily PVC's. The premature contractions began several weeks after receiving the vaccine. I Saw cardiologist who prescribed beta blocker that reduces PVC's. It's Unknown if vaccine & irregular heartbeat is related. Cardiologist Appointment

Dyskinesia, Syncope and Muscular weakness

5U6-33117-14382

– Got flushed - face very red; a bit dizzy briefly

– Muscle Shakiness. Felt shaky. Has gone away now.

– Diarrhea, cramps and fatigue.

– Hot flash/flushing - moderate (immediately after shot)

– Cough, sinus pressure, sweating, fainted, dizziness, brain fog

– Cough and mild sinus congestion (this started within an hour of the vaccine and has continued since. Think a cough and stuffy nose should be reported as possible side effects. I know others with these as well)

– Mild swollen lymph node in neck, body weakness and dizzy, coughing and congested

– Slight swollen gland in neck with ear and throat pain, sinus congestion and cough

– Mild sinus symptoms and mild cough

– Weak and dizzy

– Weakness in legs

– COVID-19 in January 2022. Don't think i have done a check in since then. Was boosted in October 2021. Have not gotten fourth booster.

Injection site discharge, Injection site urticaria and Injection site mass

5U6-55597-20567

– Fever

– Red raised area at injection site, looks like a hive but is weeping yellowish stuff

– Called clinic spoke to Rn, asked regarding treatment for headache

– I had a tetanus shot in same arm I had my last COVID vaccine in . Bad idea was super painful , produced a hard lump that didn't go away for 2 weeks. Also my labs are off according to my primary dr . She asked if I had Pfizer vaccine

– Sinus infection - was on antibiotics but work made me get tested for COVID

– Influenza a confirmed ( even though I've had flu shot )

Muscle strain, Gait disturbance and Peripheral swelling

5U6-64750-81661

– My hands have suffered inflammation since shortly after injection 1. Second injection really put it over the edge. Super inflammation and swelling

– My hands have become extremely strained, and joint pain in back and hips making walking difficult. All vaccine related problems

– Hands are swollen and feel strained. Painful. Never had this until first vaccine

– My hands are swollen and feel strained. And painful Scheduled in office for next month

Pancreatic disorder, Musculoskeletal chest pain and Hypersensitivity

5U7-29241-85833

– I had a large allergic reaction to my second shot and it lingered for 8 days. The last 2 days Ive had intermittent vertigo.

– 1. I still have a small bump and pain at the injection site. 2. Plus, I have a pain at my left lower rib. My Dr thinks it may be my pancreas. I will probably get a sonogram. 3. While I feel better overall; I am having higher, overall, body pain. Dr appt with arthritis and nerves.

Dyspnea exertional, Blood pressure increased and Somnolence

5U7-98697-93332

– My blood pressure has gone up a little, went to doctor today had my losartin changed to higher dose. But unrelated to the vaccine. The chills are unrelated

– Headache unrelated. Got neck problems. But my blood pressure has been somewhat.higher. higher

– No

– Sleepy

– Probably headache from other things like arthritis or my neck that hurts anyway.

– fatique some and shortness of breath after walking around a lot. but wanting to sleep more. or nap

Emotional disorder, Amnesia and Depressed mood

5U8-28936-32296

– Swollen "glands" below ears, feeling like I have a mild cold with mild sore throat and somewhat stuffy nose.

– I have rheumatoid arthritis.

– Foggy thinking and feeling somewhat emotional (sad and weepy).

– Feeling very spacey and sad.

– Mild fever may be a sinus issue.

– Rheumatoid arthritis flare with joint pain and tiredness.

– I have rheumatoid arthritis and had been getting Rituximab infusions up until 8 months before receiving my first Pfizer shot. An antibody test this week, two weeks after the second shot shows no antibodies to covid-19 at all. What a waste!

– A lot of joint pain and soreness and stiffness. Some dizziness when I overexert myself and a mild, frequent headache.

– Extreme pain, bruising, and swelling of ankles and feet. Worsened insomnia and memory issues because I'm tired.

– Bruising and swelling of my ankles feet and lower legs. Some issues with balance. Family practitioner and rheumatologist

– A fever that was 3 higher than normal, headache, sore throat, fatigue, diarrhea, upset stomach, cough, sinusitis, chills. I have had five Covid shots, yet I have all of the symptoms of someone unvaccinated. 2 positive at home tests, from 2 different manufacturers

Blood triglycerides increased, Thrombosis and Blood glucose increased

5U8-29753-31853

– Dizziness

– Pain and swelling under my armpit in the arm i got theshot

– My lymph nodes are all swollen underneath my arm where I got the injection At and a lot of pain

– I experienced pain in my armpit of where I got the shot and swelling

– Pain and swelling under my underarm area my armpit where I got the shot at

– My left foot was very swollen and I passed a big blood clot when I peed. And bad headaches

– Since I got the covid-19 vaccinations my blood sugars have been high. And now I have high triglycerides. Which I have never had in my entire life.

– Covid 19

Middle insomnia, Photophobia and Loss of personal independence in daily activities

5U8-75971-47840

– Slight dizziness / light headed ness when I woke up

– Headache, mild flu like symptoms, swelling of my foot & localized pain

– Tremors, light shortness of breath, dizziness

– Dry eyes, itchiness, consistent fever +- 102

– Cold sore developing, dry eyes, strange dreams,

– Continuation of the post injection cold sore (like the one post first injection), sleeplessness, slight dizziness

– Dry eyes, developing sensitivity to light

– Still lethargic, continuing pain in upper left chest with cough, joint pain and muscle soreness

– Daily Increase of chest pain and exhaustion, serious cough and increased phlegm, some dizziness

– Same symptoms as last by week, pain in chest getting worse, waking up 2-3x a night, huge amounts of phlegm and iron tasting sputum, absolutely exhausted after 4 hours of working around house. In person but MD is a quack

– Minor shortness of breath

– Extreme pain in and around my left shoulder and neck since receiving the 3rd shot, sometimes preventing me from doing work, sitting for prolonged periods, and sleeping. Strong pain meds barely put a damper on it.

– Muscle soreness and the continuing deep tissue pain in the shoulder I received alll 3 injections in. It is deep and painful

– Extreme pain in left trapezius (shoulder) muscle & adjacent neck area

Joint injury, Asthenopia and Ocular discomfort

5U8-97203-18923

– Blurry vision; eye strain

– Rash, feeling hot and feverish, but Temp was 94.6. Also tired and muscle aches and joint pain.

– Eyes : burning

– Cough

– Rash remained several more days. Redness, swelling, itching. Took 1 capsule Benedryl daily for two days Showers helped. Rash is now gone

– Joint pain right shoulder. Have had longtime arthritis in shoulder, but pain seems worse, especially as I use it for reaching and lifting

– Sinus congestion; diarrheaMay not be related to Covid

– Knee injury X-ray

– Coughing that was hard to stop; nasal congestion.

– Headache: blurred vision

– Tiredness, feeling hot and feverish,

– Feel feverish, headache, eyes feel congested

– Sinus congestion

– Nosebleed

Sacral pain, Hyperesthesia and Skin discoloration

5U9-14163-23292

– In regards to the rash I had it before I received my 1st dose. I really don't know of it is any better or worse since receiving my shot.b

– Yesterday I began to have a pain just above my ankle. The pain seems to be just below the skin not exactly the muscle. I can walk on it. Its most sensitive when touched. Its not red or bruised. The leg is a bit swollen but has been for a while.

– Ankle is swollen and the color is red and dark

– Right ankle/foot is a bit swollen

Pain in jaw, Arthralgia and Pain in extremity

5U9-14894-20737

– Just very mild, little bit light headed and very mild headache that comes and goes

– Overall, a feel 98%. I had periodic piercing pains last night. Only a few of them. One in the arch of my foot and one near my tempo mandibular joint. They were intense but lasted about 30-60 seconds. I haven't really had anything like that before.

– Fairly intense random twingy pains throughout my body.

– Right leg / hip (joint or muscle) is painful when weight shifting & moving. When it engages & hurts it's about 6/10

Head discomfort, Sleep disorder and Swelling

5U9-19254-38817

– Not for today - its been 5 days since vaccination. I was very sick for 1 1/2 days after vaccination. Then couldnt sleep from severe pain at injection site. Arm redness & swelling getting worse.

– Arm some better today but still hurts to touch it. Redness & swelling less. I wish I had checked Modernas side effects before taking it. Not sure about 2nd vaccination.

– I hope these symptoms arent vaccine. If so, will not get 2nd one!!

– Feeling terrible.

– A coupke of days of some trouble getting a deep breath.

– Sinus pressure - head, face, teeth. Cough, sore throat.

Exercise tolerance decreased, Dizziness postural and Fall

5U9-58483-38574

– Still a little weak

– Still weak with rapid pulse

– General weakness continues. Still unable to exercise on treadmill as I was prior to 3rd vaccine

– Some days I have extreme fatigue. Other days I feel like myself again. Dizziness (almost fell a few times) and headaches off and on the past week.

– Dizziness and headache. Lose my balance when I bend over for to dizziness. Feels like fluid in my head, lol. Fell once. Shortness of breath

Polyp, Internal hemorrhage and Transfusion

5UA-47027-13339

– No

– On 3/9/21 my Hemoglobin Test was 5.8. I was admitted in the hospital unti 3/11/21 until the test showed 7.2. I was given 2 Transfusions & I will get my 2nd Shot on Saturday 3/13/21 @11:30A

– No Reactions @ all

– Hemoglobin was very low in March 2022 I went to the ER. My stool was black, the Dr's did an endoscopy & colonoscopy & couldn't find the internal bleeding. I'm scheduled for a colonoscopy on Mon 3/22 to take out 2 polyps. I have Luekemia CML

Cervical radiculopathy, Joint range of motion decreased and Injected limb mobility decreased

5UB-18214-64605

– I want to report that I got my vaccine on Wednesday, December 23. What I'm not about to capture here because I didn't sign up for this until multiple days after vaccine is that fit 36 hours post vaccine, my deltoid muscle was hot and the skin was red. I could barely lift my arm and pain was 7/10. I had severe fatigue, chills, headache, I felt febrile although the wasn't running a fever, and I felt flu-like with all over achiness. The peak of this was about 16-28 hours post vaccine. Within 36 hours I felt back to normal with just mild tenderness at injection site.

– Headaches, sneezing, likely my usual seasonal allergies.

– Neck/arm pain due to cervical radiculopathy

Breast cancer, Breast pain and Menstrual disorder

5UB-18816-35107

– Brain fog

– I had to get a tetanus shot yesterday, not sure if it is interfering with my covid-19 vaccine

– Ache in the armpit of the shot arm

– My period started the evening after I received the shot, seven days early. I am on the birth control pill, my period has never come early for the 18 years I have been on the pill, so I am very certain it is has been a side effect

– Pain in left armpit near my breast

– Pain in armpit

– Still have slight pain in armpit

– Felt out of breath yesterday

– High heart rate, high blood pressure

– Pain in my armpit, pain in my mud back and down my leg on the side of the injection

– Some pain still in the armpit on the side of injection

– Diagnosed with breast cancer April 2022 Doctor visits, surgery, and cancer treatment

Sneezing, Nausea and Chills

5UB-33398-86514

– The chill comes on and off everyday and when Im eating dinner. I had MRI with contrast Gadolinium 3 days before they COVID-19 vaccine. I do have arrhythmia for a few years.

– Headache in area behind my left ear and above left side of neck. These pains are on & off every day. Nausea every day.

– Nauseous & chill in both arms on & off every day.

– I still have my both arms goosebump chill hot back since 1st. vaccine sneeze & running nose over 3 weeks I dont have allergies before Please tell me how to get rid these problems Should I go for another COVID test?

Tooth restoration, Appendix disorder and Dental restoration failure

5UB-89056-59754

– Blood sugar has been a little higher than normal

– Severe pain in my lower right abdomen. Had for 3 days. Not getting better, its it's a very sharp pain, hurts when sitting, standing and laying down.

– Nothing regarding covid - my appendix burst and had turned gangrenous, I had surgery and I am now recovering. And emergency surgery.

– Dental, had to have 6 crowns and 4 teeth filled. Having trouble with 1 filling and 1 crown. Am on antibiotics and I go back to the dentist's office for him to see what's going on. Dental office visit.

Lymphadenopathy

5UC-18482-23402

– Very swollen lymph nodes in the neck, first noticed 8 days after injection

– Extremely swollen and tender supraclavicular lymph node on side ipsilateral to injection

– Swollen supraclavicular lymph nodes on ipsilateral side of injection, swollen axillary lymph nodes bilaterally

– Continued swelling of lymph nodes (bilateral axillary, ipsilateral supraclavicular)

– Continued visible swelling of ipsilateral supraclavicular lymph node

– Continued swollen lymph nodes

– Continued lymph node swelling

– Continued swelling of lymph nodes in my neck, ipsilateral to side of injection. Although the swelling has gone down since date of injection, there is still considerable swelling in node

– Continuation of swollen lymph nodes ipsilateral side of injection on neck

– Continued enlargement of ipsilateral supravlavicular lymph nodes. Large improvement from initial swelling, but still palpable

– Continued minor lymph node swelling on ipsilateral side of injection in supraclavicular nodes. Decreased significantly from days following injection, but still swollen

Rotator cuff syndrome, Diarrhea and Nasopharyngitis

5UC-21343-97600

– Diarrhea, but I believe it started before and got worse over the last few weeks. Had C. Difficile, treated but symptoms came back and worse and tested negative for C diff the last two times, last one was Monday.

– More fatigue but hard to say it is from the vaccine.

– Right shoulder tendinitis

– Developed a cold starting with a mild sore throat, Baal congestion and bad head ache. Lasted 3 to 4 days and now almost gone. No loss of taste or smell.

Diabetic neuropathy, Diabetes mellitus and Dehydration

5UC-30054-37211

– My granddaughter broke out in hives after her nap. With me.. not sure why

– I think it's my normal stuff.not the shot

– Coughing

– Sinus's filled, post nasal drip, coughing and sneezing thick phlem

– Diarrhea and dehydrated 4 days. Gassy. Nausea.. waiting on blood work done on tuesday

– Sinus issues.. dr scheduled a cat scan Dr appt.

– Diabetes neuropathy

– Diabetes.. very tired today...dizzy lightheaded

– Just diabetic stuff

– Sneezing runny nose cough

– Sinuses, . Body hurts. Back hurts. Headache. Justover all not feeling well.

– Really bad headaches

Lower respiratory tract infection, Feeling cold and Peripheral swelling

5UC-30208-51478

– I've had an unexplainable sore throat for several days. Two days after the vaccine, I also had a very sudden heat and selling in my left toes. The day of the vaccination, I had a sense of dizziness, heat, and"presence" in my chest for about 30 seconds, around 25 minutes after the vaccination.

– Continued sore throat and the general feeling of fighting a cold in my stomach, chest, and head

– I guess some of what I've been experiencing since I got the shot could be identified as nausea, but it's been mild. Moreso, there's a general feeling of fighting sickness in my stomach/throat/head, more than any specific pain.

– Today might be the first day I feel pretty back to normal.

– Some numbness -hand/arm

Slow speech, Pseudostroke and Nail discoloration

5UC-33685-71976

– DIZZY

– Small lump in my left breast

– Join pain special in my right side of my body is worse, do not can handle items

– Mini Stroke TIA

– Extreme fatigue, pain in half of my body,slowly talk,confused.

– Ear pain,headache, Gum boils,very tired,jew pain,sore chin

– Very tired,jaw pain,neck pain

– Chest painNauseaVomitDiarrhea Numbness

– Chills, chest pain and pressure,difficulty breathing, blue nails,blisters in my feet,loss of test and smell, headache, extreme fatigue, body and muscles aches,nausea

Pallor, Blood iron decreased and Skin burning sensation

5UC-93555-90285

– Syncope

– Hand swelling, pale, dizziness

– Tingling and pulsating throughout my body

– Flashes of hotness and tingling. Taking tylenol and Benadryl which is helping.

– Took Benadryl and resolved

– My iron level is critically low

– I have to take a 24hr allegra every night to subdue the symptoms. If I dont I get a rash on face, neck, scalp, chest. Burning feeling on skin. Burning feeling in head. Headache, dizziness, flushing feeling. If I dont take allegra they all come

– Joint painOccasional rash on the face and chestI just dont feel the same My periods are irregular where as before they were normal

Pallor, Joint swelling and Rash

5UC-98364-89461

– Severe cold that started with a really bad sore throat, lasted about a week. Never tested positive for COVID-19 though.

– Sore throat, headache, stuffy nose, muscle aches. All mild. Tested negative on rapid and PCR test

– Strange blanching rash on inside ankles, inside thighs and under arms. Spread to arms and up legs. It may be an allergic reaction but I've never gotten one this bad. Benadryl is lightening the rash to a weird purple color

– Extreme swelling in ankles

Polyuria, Hangover and Dehydration

5UD-18961-16109

– Symptoms started approx 14 hours after injection. Lasted approximately 6 hours. Had a diuretic effect. Arm soreness started 6 hrs after injection and lasted 12 hours. Insomnia, felt like a hangover for a few hours.

– Heartburn for last day, not sure it's related, I take daily meds for it, so usually never experience it. Have felt a little dehydrated since injection and constipation and some abdominal pain for the first 2 days

– Neck pain, sore throat , night sweats, every night

– Just got the shot 4 hours ago

– Diuretic affect, constipation, insomnia

– Insomnia

– A bad cold with low grade fever and congestion with a sinus infection, lasted 4 days. Was not covid. I got tested.

Breast pain, Rash erythematous and Rash pruritic

5UD-26242-86078

– Full body DRENCHING night sweats that woke me up about 2 am

– Arm pit / side of breast on same side where shot was is extremely sore. Like the Paine is radiating from my shoulder down

– Wicked severe ache in arm pit/side of breast on same side as shot.

– Raised welt/rash at injection sight that was red and very itchy. It was about 2 inches in diameter, irregular shape. It showed up on the 8th day after injection and lasted 3 days.

– Headache Dry cough

– HEADACHES

– Headache Congestion Cough

– Cough Congestion

– Super high BP 151/111

Cardiac sarcoidosis, Wisdom teeth removal and Angioplasty

5UD-29813-16766

– Asthma, runny nose

– Stuffy nose, sores inside nose , shaky and not thinking clearly

– Sores in nose still healing

– None

– Congestion and Runny nose -could be seasonalAllergies

– Pain in my armpit and itchy bumps on lips and above lips that come and go . Never had that before with my seasonal allergies and its definitely not cold sores. (Dizziness likely due to pre-existing heart arrhythmias not related to vaccine) Made appointment with a new cardiologist for tests and consult in 2 weeks

– Not covid related. My heart arrhythmias are worse. I have an appointment with my cardiologist. Anxiety and depression continues to make life difficult. Had a wisdom tooth extracted also. Very glad I was vaccinated! Also Dental surgery

– Severe post menopausal bleeding. , plus heart arrhythmias worsening with swelling/water retention in ankles and calves. I have cardiac sarcoidosis with an ICD/pacemaker Have in person appointments scheduled with Gyn and Cardiology

– Asthma and shortness of breath most likely allergy related as its ragweed season. Also heart palpitations and tachycardia upon exercise even just walking, I have a cardiology appointment in a few weeks. I have an ICD due to cardiac sarcoidosis.

– Major blockage of the LAD artery in my heart had to have 2 stents placed. Also had a flare up of my cardiac sarcoidosis with ongoing arrhythmia and will be having PET soon. Have episodes of shortness of breath and heart palpitations Angioplasty and 2 stents placed.

– Mild asthma and allergy symptoms

– Extreme allergies , sneezing , runny itchy nose , red eyes. Mild asthma. I took a rapid covid test and it was negative so this is probably ragweed allergies although I haven't been outside. No fever.

– Asthma, coughing, headache, fatigue , sore throat , sneezing, post nasal drip, itching eyes and generalized itching for no apparent reason ( no hives)

– Nausea, sinusitis, bladder problem Will have appointment with primary care in 2 weeks, talking to psychiatrist this week as new antidepressant caused the nausea

Respiratory disorder, Influenza like illness and Chest discomfort

5UD-69950-16517

– Congestion, occasional headache and a slight pulsing sensation on the left side of my head. The congestion I am attributing to the conditions outside. But a friend told me she had server congestion and allergies post moderna Vaccine. Just being sure.

– Went to doctor for congestion and cough. They performed a covid test which was negative. Attributed tightness to my asthma, they put me back on my inhalers. Just reporting as I still have a bit of congestion.

– Sneezing, Stuffy Nose, Congestion( Tight Chest At Night)

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