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.
Gingival discomfort, Pharyngeal erythema and Body temperature fluctuation
2.9.2021 – Couldn't move my arms for approximately 6 hours. Felt hard, like rocks. Have sore throat & feels like swollen glands a
2.10.2021 – Sore throat. Swollen glands/throat+
2.11.2021 – Sore throat almost better
2.22.2021 – Throat has been sore for 3 days
3.1.2021 – Sore throat. Irritated gums & cheek.
3.8.2021 – Sore throat continues. Very red & irritated. Sores inside my mouth, along gums and cheeks. Hives on chest, face and arms. May be allergic reaction. Can't imagine it's related to the vaccine. Saw my PCP. Will give me steroid shot if it continues Saw my PCP today
3.15.2021 – Fever up & down all week. Probably not covid related.
8.9.2021 – High fever, body aches for 12 hours then low body temperature for 12 hours. Sick one day only. Very peculiar.
2.8.2022 – I have a terrible cold. Upper respitory infection. Waiting for delivery of my prescription.
Carotid endarterectomy, Cardiac pacemaker insertion and Blood iron decreased
2.14.2021 – My normal temp is around 96 so have a low grade fever but doing better tonight.
3.25.2021 – My blood pressure is reading very high. Last weekend was hospitalized because pulse was 30. They don't seem to think it was shot related at this time anyway.
4.6.2021 – Can't seem to get and keep blood pressure down. Needed to get iron infusion for low hemoglobin counts. Reg Dr office calls.
6.1.2021 – Pulse dropped into the 20s and was in hospital for 5 days. They ended up putting in pacemaker. Also have had 2 UTIs.
8.31.2021 – Several UTIs
3.2.2022 – Had carotid artery surgery. Then was hospitalized over Christmas and almost died. Was 2 units down when admitted results of Warfrin.
Menstruation delayed, Rash erythematous and Menstrual disorder
2.24.2021 – Covid Arm. Day 7 i woke up to really bad arm pain. Day 8 a bright red rash appeared on my arm. Day 9,10,11,12 the rash slowly went away. Day 11 the itching on the arm started. It is almost gone now.
3.3.2021 – The shot caused my period to come 5 days sooner than normal. It seems to have also triggered anxiety, unclear is anxiety is related how time frame is concerning.
3.13.2021 – slight vertigo. (temperature normal.) (oximeter normal.)
3.10.2022 – My period was 2 weeks late and very heavy, then i had another full period a week later. Then my period the next month was 3 weeks late. Lots of hormonal issues. Dizziness and mental fog.
Tendon pain, Joint swelling and Injection site bruising
2.14.2021 – Some joints visibly swollen
2.15.2021 – Joint swelling
2.25.2021 – Joint pain continues and now involves muscles around the affected joints My partner is an ER physician. He has looked at it and we are working on getting me in to see an Ortho/joint person
3.13.2021 – Bruising at the injection site
3.15.2021 – My bicep/injection site is still bruised (approx 4cm).
3.19.2021 – Bruising at injection site
6.10.2021 – Me knees became visibly swollen within 24 hours of my first vaccine and I have had chronic knee & leg-tendon pain since My partner is a physician and he has examined these issues and been helping with them. Ive also been doing physical therapy for it
Eye disorder, Facial pain and Eye swelling
11.25.2021 – Swelling and extreme tenderness in eyes
11.26.2021 – Severe swelling and pain in eyes and face
11.27.2021 – Still severe swelling, tenderness and itchy eyes. My whole face is swollen now
11.29.2021 – My eyes are not as swollen, but my eyeballs are still itchy and sore. Still very uncomfortable
11.30.2021 – Eyes are still irritated blurry vision
12.1.2021 – Eyes are improving. Still tender and blurry but getting better
12.9.2021 – My eyes & vision are worse
12.22.2021 – My eyes swelled up again. Vision is still blurry
12.29.2021 – My eyes swelled again
Rash vesicular, Abdominal pain and Dysgeusia
4.15.2021 – Metallic taste
4.17.2021 – Sore throat and mild coughing
4.19.2021 – Itching
4.28.2021 – Sunday night through Tuesday morning the nausea was almost unbearable. It may have been a virus. But it began like the nausea I've experienced since vaccination every time I eat. It has subsided and I feel fine now.
5.5.2021 – Nausea, abdomen pain, and diarrhea
5.14.2021 – Aches and pains all over
5.19.2021 – Metallic taste and chest pain both shortly after the vaccine but it subsided soon after.
6.8.2021 – Strange headache that is pounding one side of my head mainly but sometimes both sides
6.15.2021 – Blistered type rash but it went away after about 3 days. Still have strange pounding headache
7.1.2021 – Headache
Intestinal hemorrhage, Transfusion and Disorientation
2.18.2021 – No
2.19.2021 – No.
2.25.2021 – The tiredness seems to come and go. One day Im fine, the next I might want to take a nap or I just dont have energy for anything. I feel fine overall. This tiredness just kind of hits randomly it seems like.
4.1.2021 – Had most of the listed symptoms listed above the day after shot and throughout the week. Also a kind of brain fog which was odd.
4.25.2022 – Pneumonia, congestive heart, dizziness, loss of sleep, headache, body aches, severe chills.
10.25.2022 – Intestinal bleeding. Severe. Was in ICU and needed several pints of blood. Got home last night. Very weak, disoriented. ICU Critical Care.
Arthropod sting, Pharyngeal swelling and Visual impairment
2.19.2021 – Fatigue may be from pre-vaccination anxiety. Otherwise, I feel great! Probably from stress relief
2.23.2021 – I have a serious health issue completely unrelated to the vaccine, which would mask any vaccine related effects. I was in the (b)(6) Hospital Emergency Room from the effects of the neurotoxin in the poisonous venom of the Arizona Bark Scorpion. Symptoms: extreme high blood pressure, swollen throat, flickering eyes, etc. The danger zone lasts for 12 hours, until 3 a.m. tomorrow. If I am still alive then, I'm good. Again, not vaccine related. Neurotoxin from scorpion venom.
2.24.2021 – As it was yesterday, my symptoms are from being stung by a poisonous Arizona Bark Scorpion yesterday. It is still painful with other symptoms which are much milder than yesterday.
4.25.2021 – Significant fatigue.
Hip arthroplasty, Diabetes mellitus and Cardiac disorder
1.3.2021 – I took Tylenol
1.4.2021 – Arm slightly sore.
2.7.2021 – I have not reported my symptoms following my shot last Monday. They were somewhat severe high fever aches pains etc That was Monday night til Wed morning.
5.3.2021 – UTI, cold and cough and fever Talked to my doctor
10.25.2021 – Had fever for about 15 hours 6-8 hours after the vacvine
3.25.2022 – Had Covid and had a hip replacement
4.14.2022 – Tested positive for Diabetes and I had a reaction from the last Covid booster
10.1.2022 – Was exposed to Covid
Carotid artery occlusion, Dyspnea exertional and Brain fog
3.15.2021 – Veryild symptoms Overnight, been fine since late morning
3.20.2021 – If you didn't keep reminding me, I wouldn't even know I had a show last weekend. Been fine after very mild symptoms the first night
9.12.2021 – Mid August seemed to notice breathing different when I put on CPAP. Lasted a little over a week. Plus other minor symptoms that I would not have noticed if I did not have it in March 2020. Still a little noticable over a month later. very minor
7.3.2022 – Been more winded last night and today. Similar to when I had covid in March 2020, but much milder. Only really noticable going upstairs or when I put CPAP on.
7.4.2022 – Feeling better than yesterday, not as tired and not as winded
Nonspecific reaction, Weight increased and Pruritus
3.6.2021 – Dizzy
3.7.2021 – Little dizzy
3.10.2021 – Strange looking (maybe a rash) on my lower legs it doesnt itch but wasnt there until after the first shot my wife pointed it out to me so Im going to my doctor on the 18th to let him see I didnt go yet like I previously said I am going to my doctor at his office
3.11.2021 – Possible rash on lower legs doesnt itch rash on both butt cheeks that itch I see my doctor on Monday
3.12.2021 – Office visit on Monday this I have told you before obviously no one is paying attention but I guess a computer doesnt know
4.9.2021 – Strange rash like on legs and right ear has humming in it bot have been happening since my second shot but I thought it might be from something else now Im sure its from the shots Dr visit
9.3.2021 – I have steadily gained weight all together 13lbs and the ONLY thing I can contribute it to is the damn injections, My doctor has given me a physical including blood work Im fine physically, I havent changed my lifestyle except for walking more
3.5.2022 – Daily dizziness daily fatigue
Injection site pain
1.26.2021 – Just little tender in area but probably normal is all symptoms
1.28.2021 – Everything good all systems go Huston (lol)Im feeling fine just haveing alittle fun today haha
1.29.2021 – Everything still all systems green ok fabilious
1.30.2021 – Everything is great
1.31.2021 – Doing just fine still great
2.1.2021 – Everything is still great
2.22.2021 – No symptoms only hoping and praying no anything like what wife went through with Pfhiser shot (wow)she have terrible reaction
2.23.2021 – Everything is good no PROBLEMS
2.24.2021 – Everything great thanks for checking in to me great someone think I have value in this life mean something great come out of this we all come back to Christ as our lord and savior
2.25.2021 – Going swell no problem at all
2.26.2021 – Everything great
Peripheral coldness, Sciatica and Asthma
4.6.2021 – Just started Cymbalta 3 days ago, felt nauseous with diarrhea BEFORE my shot.
4.7.2021 – Started Cymbalta 2 days before my shot; I had these symptoms before my shot
4.14.2021 – New antidepressant: Cymbalta
4.27.2021 – Very cold hands and feet, unusual fir me. Requested phone call, did not yet occur.
5.12.2021 – Bad muscle aches, sciatica is back.
5.17.2021 – Muscle aches, chills at night
4.8.2022 – Achiness and stiffness is much worse. It does come and go somewhat. I'll have a period of a few days of exhaustion and then be a little better for a while. My asthma is worse.
Hematoma, Nerve compression and Hypersensitivity
4.5.2021 – Rash on arm that had dissipated and pain in arm that had decreased has increased again. Rash that covered about 1/4 of upper outer arm is now evident on underside of arm into which injection was given. Photos available if needed.
4.12.2021 – The rash in inoculated arm also appeared on other arm. Periodic joint pain. Pain in inoculated arm persists. These conditions do not limit activity and do not get worse so much as persistent and worse without pausing for rest. Discussed with my dermatologist during a visit for another purpose; told known COVID vaccine response and report if these became worse.
4.22.2021 – Allergies seem particularly bothersome this year, but I don't think it has a thing to do with vaccine.
6.16.2021 – Hematoma on forearm. MRI
4.29.2022 – Pinched nerve in back
5.3.2022 – Joint pain
5.10.2022 – Allergies
Nasal dryness, Alopecia and Head discomfort
3.18.2021 – Runny nose
3.22.2021 – Sniffels, dry nose, dry cough
4.7.2021 – Sore throat but could be allergies?
4.9.2021 – Nausea at 1am and headache at 7am Both were very short lasting.
4.24.2021 – About 1 week post vaccine I had fever, shortness of breath, aches, cough, head, nose congestion. I went to my dr and was treated with steroid dose pak and trelegy. I had a covid test with neg result. Dr. Office visit
4.9.2022 – Fever, body pain, shortness breath, loss of taste and smell, hair loss
Nerve injury, Neuralgia and Herpes zoster
1.29.2021 – It may not be related but I developed shingles in the left side of my waist yesterday.
1.31.2021 – Developed shingles so can not accurately report vaccine systems
2.1.2021 – Diagnosis is shingles. Appeared 24 hrs after vaccine.Rssh on left side of waist around to middle of back
2.10.2021 – Postherpetic pain from shingles which appeared 24 hrs after initial vaccine.Vaccine - Moderna.
2.17.2021 – Nerve damage in the left side where the shingles erupted.
3.2.2021 – Increased sensitivity in the area of the shingles breakout.
3.3.2021 – Nerve pain from shingles (previously reported)
3.19.2021 – Return of nerve damage from the shingles after first vaccine.Not as severe but definitely problematic. Renewed medication prescribed before
Glycosylated hemoglobin increased, Abdominal discomfort and Abdominal pain upper
2.4.2021 – Diarrhea and child. Last night. Ok today
2.20.2021 – Stomach ache Fatigue yesterday. I went to the bed slept 10 hours. But fine today
3.14.2021 – A1Cwent way up. Now have to take medicine. Very tired
3.20.2021 – They put me on metaformin foot diabetes because sugar went so high. I had allergic reaction went off pills. Now just stomach upset
5.8.2021 – My A1c jumped up 2points. Working to get it down
8.8.2021 – A1c jumped from 6 to 8.5. I finally got it down to 6.15. Stomach still has pains.
Peripheral swelling, Pruritus and Back pain
3.28.2021 – My lower back started hurting tremendously last Saturday (3/20) out of the blue. Likely not related to the vaccine, but it took about 2.5 days to go away. As far as I could/can tell, I didnt strain it in any way.
4.2.2021 – A few days ago my fingers on both hands started to get small bumps on the palmar sides and sides of fingers. These are itchy. I do not have any idea what I did to cause these, perhaps related to the vaccine or something else entirely. Just sharing.
Eye irritation, Eye pain and Blood pressure increased
2.20.2021 – I have wanted to sleep ever since getting my shot yesterdayMy normal temp is 96.1 anytime it registers above 97 I feel feverisheyes hurt
2.21.2021 – Again my usual temp is much lowermy eyes hurt and my temp was close to 2 degrees above my normal
3.13.2021 – My normal temp is 96.8 to 97.1 so increase causes burning eyes, etc
3.16.2021 – The area immediately below the injection site is not only swollen but hot to the touch. Also there is a nearly 3inch red circle about 4inches below the injection siteall of this in the swollen area of the arm
9.26.2021 – Felt lightheadedalso had rapid pulse (88) but BP was 102/63
10.8.2021 – Lately I have been feeling somewhat Saint at times and when I check my blood pressure it is somewhere in the range of 102 to 106/54 or 60. I am not on any blood pressure medication and I normally have blood pressure in the range of 130/65 or 70.
10.29.2021 – A very runny nose which may be allergy related but today also had a scratchy throat but no fever
11.5.2021 – Sneezing, runny noseno temperatureSince I mask, keep my distance and very seldom have any contact with individuals (grocery shopping) I am thinking that it is due to allergies.
4.14.2022 – Sneezing, runny nose, slight fever etc. get a home Covid test and I do not have Covid so it's allergies as I thought.
6.30.2022 – Had one episode of vertigo that lasted about 10 hours and my blood pressure went way up.
Cerebral congestion, Ear congestion and Sensitive skin
12.19.2020 – Head/ear congestion/stuffiness but I do have chronic allergies so it may be unrelated
12.20.2020 – Head congestion, very mild dizziness
12.21.2020 – Brief period of tinnitus of about an hour which is not something I have had before.
1.9.2021 – Decreased mental alertness
1.10.2021 – Head congestion, post nasal discharge
1.11.2021 – Sinus pressure and congestion, ear pain
1.12.2021 – Head congestion
1.13.2021 – Just a flushed feeling no fever and congestion
12.31.2021 – Cough Sore throat Headache Body aches Sinus pain
10.1.2022 – Chills Fever Muscle pain Joint pain Skin sensitivity Severe Sore throat Headache Rigors Head congestion Ear pain Runny nose Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Dry cough
Tenderness, Swelling and Edema peripheral
3.2.2021 – Severe swelling of armpits with some tenderness noted.
3.3.2021 – Severe swelling of the lymph nodes in the rt armpit with minor swelling on the left side.
3.4.2021 – Moderate swelling of lymph nodes in right armpit
3.5.2021 – Moderate swelling of lymph nodes in right armpit. Mild swelling on left underarm.
3.6.2021 – Mild swelling of lymph nodes under both arms.3
4.1.2021 – Swelling of lymph nodes and underarm area
4.2.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under armpits
4.3.2021 – Minor swelling of the lymph nodes in the armpit
4.4.2021 – Minor swelling of the lymph nodes in my armpit
4.5.2021 – Minor under arm, armpit swelling
4.6.2021 – Slight swelling of the lymph nodes in the armpit
10.10.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in right armpit
4.9.2022 – Extreme swelling of lymph nodes in right armpit. (Vaccination received in right arm)
4.18.2022 – Still slightly swollen lymph nodes in the armpit of the right arm, which is the arm in which I received the vaccine.
Acupuncture, Aphasia and Nervous system disorder
7.7.2021 – I was suddenly dizzy/lightheaded and felt l was going to faint. I was taken to the ER. My phosphorus levels have been low twice after my vaccine and was put on medication twice. I am undergoing further testing. I also feel disassociation and panic.
7.14.2021 – Persistent dizziness and anxiety attacks. I have been to the ER 3 times due to these symptoms. Symptoms are getting worse. I received the first dose 3 weeks ago.
8.4.2021 – Burning feeling in my head/brain and a constant headache.
9.23.2021 – Trouble visually and mentally focusing, cant remember words, heart palpitations. Overall feeling of not feeling well or normal.
12.23.2021 – I've had to start seeing a neurologist for my symptoms as my symptoms have not subsided. I was diagnosed with chronic daily migraines with chronic symptoms which I have never had migraines before the vaccine. I am treating and only have mild relief.
6.25.2022 – I treat with a neurologist and acupuncturist for neurological issues caused by the vaccine. It's been a year and symptoms are still present. This vaccine is ruining my life. I only had the sniffles when I had Covid. The vaccine is unsafe/ineffective.
Rectocele repair, Cystocele and Cerebral disorder
3.24.2021 – Dizziness, vertigo, nausea and a very runny nose.
3.31.2021 – Blood pressure became elevated to 141/90.Usually B/P has been 120/76.Called PCP who ordered Triamterene 75/50 to be taken daily.Think elevated pressure is due to stress and concern regarding critically ill daughter, Stage 4 Breast and Brain Ca.
4.14.2021 – Elevated B\P at echocardiogram 178/110, pcp put back on meds, cardiologist said its stress from worry about sick daughter, she is 46 yrs, Dx stage 4, Brain & breast cancer, please pray 4 my sweet daughter. Office Visit
6.2.2021 – Had prolapsed bladder 25 years ago, When repaired , Doc told me it would last 10 yrs, so not 2 surprised, scheduled for corrective and other surgeries June 7th,
9.2.2021 – Had surgery on 7/22 for repair of rectocele, which came very suddenly.On 8/31/21 developed dizziness, nausea from long standing ear condition, which is causing loss of hearing. Has same day surgery on 7/22/21
11.5.2021 – Terrible watery diarrhea, must be something that I ate, as it subsided the next day.
5.1.2022 – Lately I have had a decrease in my B/P accompanied by numbness and tingling in my fingertips and in some toes, my Doctor is currently evaluating these new symptoms.
5.8.2022 – I have developed numbness and tingling in the finger tips of both hands and feet as well as a drop in my blood pressure to 110/70. Reported to V Safe, (b)(6)
9.23.2022 – Persistent runny nose
9.26.2022 – Runny Nose
9.30.2022 – Still have. Runny Nose, no cold S/S
Arthritis, Herpes zoster and Heart rate increased
1.28.2021 – No
2.26.2021 – Elevated heart rate but I think unrelated to vaccine
3.26.2021 – My arthritis is acting up but I think it is because of the weather. My body just aches all over. Ive had trouble sleeping which doesnt help how I feel.
2.19.2022 – Continuous pain in sacroiliac joint which needed an injection.
5.3.2022 – Not vaccine related. Previous back issues have become worse making me feel bad.
10.14.2022 – I got shingles the day after my last booster.
10.21.2022 – The shingles have continued to be very painful.
12.23.2022 – Continued pain from shingles caused by Covid booster. Also severe back and joint pain. In office doctor visit
Arthritis, Myalgia and Arthralgia
2.8.2021 – Chronic shoulder/elbow issue became inflammed gradually since date of 2nd dose.
2.9.2021 – Joint and muscle pain seem to be from a chronic shoulder issue in my right arm. 2nd dose of vaccine was give on left arm. Phone consult with nurse. Ade referral for shoulder pain
2.10.2021 – Each of these seem to be due to shoulder pain and use of OTC pain meds.
2.11.2021 – Saw Ortho doc for shoulder Ortho doc for muscle aches and joint pains. He said all related to shoulder issues.
Cold sweat, Hypersomnia and Urticaria
1.24.2021 – Immunosuppressive drugs seem slightly less potent.
2.28.2021 – Clammy
3.9.2021 – Minor Cough and a little congestion
3.23.2021 – Minor chest congestion and Noticeable immune suppressive medications decreased efficacy
8.24.2021 – Feeling tired and sleeping more
11.1.2021 – Cough mild
11.2.2021 – Cough
11.9.2021 – Coughing n congestion
11.23.2021 – Dry cough and congestion
1.26.2022 – Flu
7.9.2022 – Coughing
7.16.2022 – Migraine
7.23.2022 – Itching welts over extremities but dissipate over two hours
7.31.2022 – Cough congestion
8.6.2022 – Mild cough congestion. Headaches
8.13.2022 – Cough headache lil congestion
Glossitis, Glossodynia and Swollen tongue
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4.17.2021 – Tongue still sore not as bad as initial alkergic reaction, abd palate. Thriar swellung better, abd chest tightnessgone after 2 doses benadryl yesterday I had info and intusl tx frim pharmact that gave vacinne as the rwaction was within 5 to 10 minutes after injection and becane progressive
4.19.2021 – Missed checking in yesterday, i was worse yesterday than today, alkergic reaction still present on tongue feels raw and sore, swelling down, ut took 3 dises of benadryl to have throat and chest tightness to abate, over 24 hours. As of today off on nausea, and mild diarrhea, condidering the the day i did not check in i was quite ill and had severe diarrhea
7.16.2021 – Cinstant nausea and headaches...major fatigue, lots of tachacardia.
10.15.2021 – Got a nasty cold 1st week of October but resolved for now...put me down for 8 days... Never moved out of bed the headaches were horrid, and really weak, thought of a Covid test but thought ut wouldn't have changed anything
Bradykinesia, Gait inability and Limb mass
4.17.2021 – Very slow on movie
4.19.2021 – Very dry mouth
5.17.2021 – Coughing
5.21.2021 – Coughing so hard give me headaches that makes me vomit also notice lumps in forearm left and right forearm
5.22.2021 – The lumps that was in the forearms are gone drinking plenty of water but the cough is still persisting which causes the headache
6.26.2021 – I keep breaking out with the lumps all over the body same doctor again on steroids Blood work
8.16.2021 – Receive lumps all over the body and makes it feel as my legs are brittle which causes me to be unable to walk
11.15.2021 – Double pneumonia
Foot fracture, Peripheral swelling and Feeling hot
3.2.2021 – Sneezing
11.22.2021 – First two days hand tingled on shot side off & on
11.26.2021 – Right pinky toe is red and swollen
11.27.2021 – Right pinky toe slightly swollen & sore
11.28.2021 – Right pinky toe swollen and red
11.29.2021 – Right pinky toe swollen & red
5.28.2022 – Right pinky toe hot, red & swollen
5.29.2022 – Right pinky toe red & swollen
5.30.2022 – Right pinky toe red & swollen.
6.1.2022 – Right pinky toe a little swollen and feels weird
6.28.2022 – Right pinky toe lost some feeling and is still slightly swollen
7.5.2022 – Both pinky toes swollen and sort of numb
8.26.2022 – Broke right pinky toe (the one that had "Covid toe")
Ear disorder, Nerve compression and Rash macular
3.5.2021 – Lower back pain like a pinched nerve
3.6.2021 – Lower back pain( like a pinched nerve) an really bad earache
3.7.2021 – Still lower back pain an ear ache
3.8.2021 – Still lower back pain. Ear seems to be getting better
4.14.2021 – I have this rash on my arm an hand.An little spots here an there on my body. Had it the first time an an didnt think it was from the vaccine. Few days after 2nd vaccine it appeared again in the same spot. Really bad itching-in 16 days
4.19.2021 – That rash is just now going away. But still having headaches.
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