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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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Cardiovascular disorder, Tooth disorder and Blood pressure decreased

67J-31328-88444

– Sinuses seem worse pressure today. Normal shortness of breath was more frequent and occured during night

– Heavy facial sinus pressure and dripping

– Serious sinus issues. New DENTAL ISSUE on antibiotics for bad tooth onset yesterday eve Emergency dental call.

– Dental issues

– Sinus pressure

– A few random Bumps on my skin randomly mostly face and neck. Just wondering if could be vaccine related?

– Constant pressured cough. Frequent running nose. Frequent sore throats with a Negative covid test resulting from worry.

– Nasal pressure. Have allergies though.

– Nose passage feels narrower. Tingly numb back of tounge intermittent

– Cold sores that seem to reoocur. Dripping nose. Circulation issues and BP drops more often than before. Cardiology primary care visits and blood work

– Constant irritation nose and throat. Mouth spres frequently.

– Recent heart issues worsened possibly. Further testing being ordered. Doctor visit and testing

– Worsened irregularity of heart

– Chest pressure. Some cough. Higher than normal bp

– Still having strong heart irregularities.

– Muscle aches and pains throughout body. Really low BPs. Extreme fatigue. Seen physicians in person.

– Worse ekg...failed stress test Cardiology visit and testing

Myalgia, Nasal congestion and Nausea

67K-19254-29323

– essentially more facial congestion that seem to resolve two hours later.

– Hx Asthma but survived 1 wk of Covid 2 wks ago.

– I have actually noticed myalgias each evening with deep muscle groups x 1 week. At first thought to be secondary to working out and / or statin Therepy. But they continue after stopping both. Mild but would like to me more info on etiology and expected duration.

– Received the second vaccination two days ago last evening myalgias arthralgias mild nausea. This evening too early to tell.

– Myalgia's resolved

– Some increase fatigue

Glossodynia, Edema peripheral and Sinus congestion

67K-25249-65881

– Mild soreness in my armpit

– Still some soreness in my armpit.

– Fatigue

– Fatigue and a few headaches

– Swollen lymph nodes

– Lymph node still a bit sore

– Fatigue and headaches about half the days this week; no fever.

– Soreness in throat near my tonsils and under my tongue.

– Swelling and soreness, specific to my arm pit

– Still have a bit of soreness in my armpit.

– Soreness in armpit is almost gone

– I feel like I have a cold. My sinuses are irritated. My throat feels constricted. I have a light headache.

Bereavement, Affect lability and Sleep apnea syndrome

67K-85680-18069

– Irritability, severe headache / vertigo, like a migraine

– Sore throat, dizziness, vertigo

– Sore throat, cough, chest pain

– Irritability

– Emotional lability

– Sore throat, cough, runny nose

– Confusion, brain fog, dizziness, feeling faint

– Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, allergy symptoms (streaming itchy eyes), Heart palpitations, racing heart

– Sore throat

– Cellulitis infection, lymphedema

– Routine illnesses

– Bereavement Sleep apnea

Total lung capacity decreased, COVID-19 pneumonia and Lung disorder

67L-11804-66554

– Sore throat shortness of breath severe headaches low grade fever

– Extreme shortness of breath fevers headaches green phlegm twice to doctor since injection Im on second round of antibiotics steroids and new inhalers. I now will be seeing A pulmonologist due to the decrease in lung capacity

– Since injection. I hv had to be put on two different antibiotics two rounds of steroids a steroid inhaler. Hours after having injection I became violently ill. I am referred over to a Pulmonologist I will not be getting a second injection for now

– I was referred to a pulmonologist since Ive been so sick since I had Covid pneumonia my breathing worse after the Moderno shot my pulmonologist told me not to have the second one for 14 more days that I need to do my new inhaler 2 more weeks Pulmonologist

– Lung damage from Covid Pulmonologist

– I have permanent lung damage from the Covid pneumonia I will be on inhalers and medication the rest of my life they said so each day is different I have some days I can hardly breathe and other days are a little bit better Pulmonologist

Neurological symptom, Cyst and Limb discomfort

67L-13053-43570

– 12×12 swelling nodule supraclavicular lymph node with soreness appeared 1 to 2 days ago

– Swelling tenderness left armpit swollen nodule lft collar bone side of injection site

– Allergy like symptoms, headaches

– Lymph node swelling traveling down left side of body (injection side) cysts and pain on left side of body starting a week after vaccine. Being monitored by physician.

– Consistent calf pain left leg. Ultrasound done no findings. Heart racing. Nerve symptoms only on left side of body where vaccine was done.

Polyuria, Micturition urgency and Pollakiuria

67L-24320-38778

– Sharp pain down my are into my hand

– I wasn't told not to take Tylenol and Zyrtec before my shot. Was told my vaccine may not be as effective.

– On Day 1 (3/30/21), I forgot to report sore throat and ear pain. On Day two (3/31/21), symptoms were almost gone by the end of the day.

– Excessive urination Substantially increased frequency Sudden, immediate urges

– Scratchy, sore throat Sinus congestion Severe fatigue/sleepiness Multiple weeks in a row NOT Covid--test was negative

Respiratory rate decreased, Cardiomegaly and Blood pressure fluctuation

67L-69556-46397

– Well it's not entirely new but it's a symptom that I'm not certain is related to the vaccine but started shortly after. I can feel and hear, what seems like, fluid moving around the rear base of my skull where the neck and the head connect.

– Very low energy! Slower respiratory/breathing and Slower than normal heart rate accompanied by abnormally wide fluctuations in blood pressure. These have been occurring almost every day since my second dose on April 9th, 5 days ago. Elevated anxiety and trouble sleeping.

– My fatigue is still very low. Lowered blood pressure and slower respiratory response

– Chest pressure and extreme fatigue

– Extreme fatigue, some dizziness and nausea. Shortness of breath, chest pressure

– My nervous system is still very sensitive prior to my second Pfizer vaccine I received in April. My energy level is still too low but better.

– Enlarged right ventricle of the heart More specialized testing including an echocardiogram, stress test, pulmonary CT,

Abdominal pain upper, Myalgia and Injection site pain

67M-15652-84985

– I took two aspirin late last night and the pain didnt go away so I smeared on Aspercreme and that help me go to sleep

– Muscle aches in upper left arm

– Feel worse today than last 2 days in the upper left arm/shoulder

– Constant pain.. 2 500mg aspirin every few hours

– Muscle pain at injection site .. constant pain but relief with aspirin

– Last week I woke up with terrible pain at the injection spot every morning... 2 extra strength aspirin helped ... but you know it takes over 30 minutes to numb the pain... Since the pain and muscle ache was worse than the first week I was worried....

– The pain at the injection site is now 24/7 and I ve had to take aspirin Tylenol and Advil at the same time and rub aspercreme on the spot daily... End it only helps for about 30 minutes and the pain is back on Monday Im going to have to go to the Im going to make an appointment on MondayFor a doctor not an online or urgent care where they really dont do much and I dont want to sit for six hours in an emergency room waiting room and possibly catch some thing

– My left shoulder and the injection site hurt real bad ...constantly... take 2 extra strength aspirin every few hours and use aspercreme on the areas.. Going to make an appointment on Monday with an orthopedic surgeon and hope I can get Cortizone shot Appointment with orthopedic surgeon

– The pain at the injection site is very painful... all the time yet no visible signs of trauma on the skin... Im taking at least 10 aspirin a day which is giving me stomach pain and Im waiting for my appointment with an orthopedic surgeon next w Appointment for orthopedic surgeon next week

– I contacted COVID in December

– Had Covid in December

– Had COVID from 11/19

Peripheral swelling, Edema peripheral and Asthenia

67M-90278-59198

– No

– Symptoms severe and totally debilitating (like when I had COVID) yesteray noon through about midnight last night then improved some.

– Had several hours of diarrhea yesterday. Not sure if related to vaccine??

– Swelling edema in my distal legs

– Still have edema in my lower legs and tired.

– I still have edema in my ankles. Is has improved slightly but is still present and was not there before the first vaccine.

Impaired work ability, Sneezing and Back pain

67N-13985-47615

– Crabby

– Cough, sore throat, sneezing, congestion, Headache.

– Significant Mid low back pain. Not sure if it is an injury, kidney infection or related to menopause/menstruation. Have had in past but not this long of time or intensity.

– Positive family member (12 yr old son who has been vaccinated x 2 with mild symptoms) had some mild sniffels and sneezing. My antigen tests x 2 and pcr tests x 2 remain negative. (I work as an rn) only could not work due work rules.

Noninfective sialoadenitis, Sialoadenitis and Hepatic pain

67N-16951-46821

– Tingling in left arm like my arm is asleep. Muscle tightness moving through neck and back on left side

– Swollen throat

– Have had a metallic taste since I got the vaccine

– My arm is really burning and the rash is going down the arm

– Abdominal pain is increasing.

– Salivary gland's inflamed and infected Continued tightness and pain in liver region since 2nd shot

– Had some tooth work done, was given a basic antibiotic which I have had before Covid Vacs with no problems. After completing the antibiotic, developed a rash /hives and nerves that were firing causing electrical shocks. Very painful!

Telemedicine, Angina pectoris and Hypertension

67N-21370-27133

– Racing heartbeat & tightness. I listed severe because for the hour (x 3 episodes) last night it was severe. Daytime and evening is moderate and lingering.

– Racing heart rate, I can see my heart beating fast in my chest. Migraines. (b)(6), my Montana doctor ar(b)(6) Medical is trying to schedule me for a televisit today.

– Tightness in chest, heart palpatations, my doctor called on a med to help with the intense migraines Televisit with Dr. (b)(6) at(b)(6) Medical in Montana at 6:45pm

– In emer room hooked up to iv chest pain and horrible heatc heart pain. Beofre here, went to urgent car in kauai

– Extremely high blood pressure, chest pain spent many hours in emegency room

– Fast heart rate, mild migraine

Dermatitis, Dysstasia and Breakthrough COVID-19

67N-40656-92446

– None

– Just a little fatigued since the injection. But also had to adjust for daylight savings.

– Sebhorial Dermatitis on my forehead and behind my ears. Went to dermatologist Doctors office

– A lot of soreness across my middle back. Also some pain still in my injection arm( left). Doctor

– An achy back and muscles. But it seems to have gone away. A lot of soreness lower back. My family doctor

– I contracted Covid. Mostly sinuses. I am off quarantine. But still am coughing and tired feeling. I had the REGEN-COV treatment 3 days ago.

– I am fatigued a lot more than before I had a break through case of Covid in September of 2021. Walking any distance or climbing steps is harder. My last check - in with you was right after I was diagnosed with Covid

– Lost stamina. Trouble standing for long periods of time

Peripheral coldness, Mobility decreased and Tremor

67P-71402-32130

– Painful lymph nodes in my left armpit (injection was left arm)

– After nine minutes I felt my heart pounding in my chest, heart rate increase, hands and fingers cold, and lower extremity shaking. It was self limiting and required no treatment. Shot in supine position as this happened the first time. More mild toda

– Forgot to mention I have very painful lymph nodes in my left armpit that started two days ago

– Painful lymph nodes in my left armpit

– Tender lymph nodes left armpit

Hiatus hernia, Hypersensitivity and Vertigo

67P-74364-74111

– Dizziness

– Dizziness/Light Headed

– Dizziness/light headed Primary care physician

– Dizziness/light headed

– Slight dizziness/light headed

– Slight Dizziness/Light Headed

– Vertigo/Dizziness

– Mild Vertigo/Dizziness

– Mild Dizziness

– Moderate Dizziness

– I've still been struggling with mild to moderate dizziness/light headedness. I've also had frequent mild headaches (but it could be the weather).

– Hiatal hernia, but pretty sure that's not the vaccine's fault. Also seasonal allergies but that's also not the vaccine's fault.

Suppressed lactation, Weight decreased and Ocular hyperemia

67Q-11041-26643

– Feminine and stomach cramping. Moderate to severe Sinus headache. Big dip in milk supply while pumping

– Cramping

– Moderate eye pain and red eyes

– Milk supply basically dried up even stayed very hydrated because I read about how the shot can make you dehydrated. I am having to buy formula for my baby. I have a before and after shot picture of pumped milk and just decreased from there. Very sad

– Dehydration, feminine cramping, loss of appetite

– Dehydration and lack of appetite. Been this way since shot #1

– Nauseated, sinus headache, heart burn, body aches, weight-loss

Obstructive airways disorder, Feeding disorder and Renal pain

67Q-18630-55687

– 99% better!

– Suspected migraine

– Very bad reflux to the point I almost went to the ER last night because my airway closed for more than a minute. Similar but not as severe happened the night after my first shot.

– Acid reflux woke me up and closed my airway. I have stopped eating everything except oatmeal or green leafy salads, maybe with an egg. joint pain. Pretty sure this is all due to accelerating hyperparathyroidism and its effects on my liver, not vax

– Right kidney pain

Feeling of body temperature change, Tenderness and Hyperhidrosis

67Q-27831-27154

– Just got signed up today. This is the 3rd day after the vaccination. Arm started to get sore the evening of the injection. Became pretty tender for the next 30 hours. The day after the injection, had body and muscle aches, feeling of hot and cold, some sweats and fatigue and general malaise throughout the day. Symptoms were controlled with ibuprofen 800mg tid the day after the injection. 2 days after injection all of the symptoms resolved and the arm tenderness reduced to mild.

Weight increased, Seasonal allergy and Fall

67Q-51792-71242

– Sneezing - maybe usual allergy

– Joint pain in both Big Toes

– Pain in both Big Toes. It goes away once I am up and walking

– Sneezing

– Tired , low energy. I have seasonal allergies so that may be part of the problem. Pollen count for trees is up high.

– Springtime allergies. Sneezing, congestion, headache & low energy

– Took a fall. Having back spasms. Seasonal allergies Tree pollen is very high

– Elevated blood sugar. Possibly type 2 diabetes. General weight gain since 1st shot Annual physical by my primary Dr.

Gastritis, Gastrointestinal pain and Musculoskeletal chest pain

67Q-96157-91810

– Pain in my right shoulder and pain in my torso ribs and gut, lack of sleep and headache

– Back pain, gastritis, fatigue, sleeplessness, muscle aches

– Runny nose earache sneezing

– Nasal congestion and productive cough. Very tired and weak. My legs hurt

– Gastro intestinal issues mostly related to constipation. What was an annoying condition has resulted in two all night bouts of intense pain nausea and vomiting. No idea if its related in any way to COVID or the vaccine but since you asked

– Coughing, sinus congestion, sore throat, fatigue

– Heavy sinus congestion; diarrhea

– Diarrhea, headache, fatigue

– Nov 27 runny nose, weakness, confusion, sore throat, cannot stop coughing. No fever. Mild headache. Felt better after 2 weeks, but got worse again. Currently still coughing, runny nose, nasal congestion, and briefly diarrhea Office visit to FNP at my primary care

Cardioversion, Atrial fibrillation and Paranasal sinus discomfort

67R-17273-97056

– I felt like was getting a cold with chills and malaise but it never really happened. Like when your starts to turn over but just doesnt catch!!

– Probably not connected but later last nite for several hours the sole of my left itched like crazy!! Really itchy but no rash. It went away just like it came! No problems since!! Now that Ive written it down, I sound insane but Ill leave it here!

– AFib Had a cardioversion MD office and Out PT Cardio Lab

– Cold symptoms. Running nose, sinus pressure

Frequent bowel movements, Secretion discharge and Eye pruritus

67R-61877-37044

– Slightly loose bowels but not diarrhea

– Extra bowel movements than usual the last few days, not diarrhea but more than usual-staying hydrated

– Scratchy throat every now and then; headache out of the blue a couple of times

– Headache every now and then (a couple of times a month), it doesn't last long but comes out of the blue and usually subsides without meds

– Sinus I infection: runny nose, itchy eyes, then the nasal drip caused sore throat for a day and last the co festoon and mucus. Finally cleared up after 7 days.

– Extra warmth at injection site

– Mild aching in the arm of shot if used too much

– Slight cough, some congestion, no fever or aches. Could be change of weather and/or short flight a few days ago.

Gingival injury, Back injury and Injected limb mobility decreased

67R-85009-32280

– YESTERDAY AFTER MY V-SAFE CHECK-IN: I felt sick starting 3 hours after the shot, steadily worsening until it peaked 13 hours after the shot. Very painful shoulder (injection site) going down my arm, and especially that elbow. Pain with all arm movements but especially raising arm above 90 degrees. By night getting undressed was difficult and I was using my other arm to reposition the bad arm in bed. I had severe neck&upper back ache (felt like flu), with headache and eye pressure pain. Pressure pain in my knuckles. Significant chills for hours and fever reached 100.7. Throat and ribcage painful with sudden/deep breaths. Fatigue but restless. Could not sleep most of night. Was unable to do normal activities. Today I feel better but still sick. I took a nap for 2 and a half hours. Trying to concentrate causes a dull headache. I would have had to call out of work yesterday and today if these were work days.

– Torn gums from vigorous brushing and flossing.

– Had covid. Tested positive 12/24/21. Sinuspressure, post nasal drip, runny nose, congestion. Feeling cold, fatigue, sleeping 10 hrs/night. Felt sick 6 days. Felt fatigue about 10 days.

– Woke up today with limited voice--I assume laryngitis.

– Minor low back injury from weight lifting--resolved in a few weeks.

– Congestion with poat nasal drip--watery

Epigastric discomfort, Stress and Throat tightness

67R-98846-98896

– Light spotting starting last night which is unusual for me

– Day after vaccine I had diarrhea, and recently I get chills that I think may be related to a possible UTI. I am not convinced that either of these are from the vaccine as I have a very sensitive stomach and have gotten UTIs before.

– Acid reflux related tightness/sharp feeling in throat/chest. I believe this is due to stress and not vaccine. Covid test to ensure I was negative. I was.

Skin ulcer, Insomnia and Nasal congestion

67S-22566-56963

– Nasal congestion, runny nose

– Runny nose

– Headaches and joint pain. Neither of these are normal for me.

– I missed reporting these symptoms on Monday, 3/8, - 4 days after my 2nd dose. Began feeling feverish, had cills, couldnt sleep - and very uncomfortable upper arm. Continued Thru Tuesday, 3/9; symptoms a bit less today.

– Severe sciatic nerve pain which is worsening daily. Don't know if vaccine triggers this. Have had condition for years. Not sure why worsening now.

– Had spinal fusion surgery 3/15/22. Obviously not related to COVID! Just wearing masks and being very cautious during my recovery.

– Skin ulcer on right ankle.

Peripheral swelling, Lymph node pain and Lymphadenopathy

67T-12085-57053

– Swollen armpit lymph node on side of injection.

– Swollen arm pit lymph node on side of injection.

– Swollen lymph node in front part of arm pit. Slightly sore.

– Swollen armpit lymph node on side of vaccine. A bit sore when pressed.

– Swollen armpit lymph node on side of injection. A bit sore.

– Still have swollen arm pit lymph node on side of injection.

– Armpit Lymph node on injection side still swollen but has gone down a bit.

– Left axillary lymph node still swollen. Left shoulder now hurts sometimes when lifting it over my head. Left upper arm swollen compared to right.

Pharyngeal swelling, Dysmenorrhea and Heavy menstrual bleeding

67T-17056-19785

– Swollen painful lymph node under arm

– I ended up having to go to the doctor because my throat became swollen after my 1st vaccine dose. The lymph nodes under my right arm were swollen and painful and my arm became warm to the touch and looked infected.

– Migraine since the morning after my vaccine. Has not gone away. Back ache since vaccine that has not gone away.

– Period has been very heavy and very painful cramps since having the C-19 booster.

Respiratory tract infection viral, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Epistaxis

67U-15939-46362

– Bleeding left nostril in AM while in shower. Light, stopped within 1 hour. Nothing more for the rest of the day.

– Extra nasal discharge and bloody nose

– Rash on right front near collarbone this morning it did itch but soon stopped itching and is no longer there

– Runny nose

– Stomach a bit nauseous. May not be related to the vaccine however

– Slight runny nose while wearing mask

– Respiratory infection (not COVID), viral

Muscle tightness, Parosmia and Oral herpes

67U-21597-92384

– Tightness in neck- no idea if its related

– Neck still super stiff- unsure if related

– I felt sick last 2 days. Chills & headache & general fatigue. A cold sore actually started several days ago but I didnt realize at the time it might be connected

– just received shot 2 hrs ago

– Stomach discomfort

– Random smells of burning

– Pain has returned at vaccination site. Nothing serious. More annoying than anything. But it was fine for a couple weeks & seems to have returned this week. Today makes 3 weeks since my 2nd dose.

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