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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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Basal cell carcinoma, Respiratory disorder and Secretion discharge

6D5-29006-85116

– Sore throat

– Coughing lots of phlem. More than usual.

– Headache and sore throat. Both mild.

– Light headed, Dizzy

– Tired even after a good night's sleep.

– Loss of air. Concentrator increased. EXPEC, echinasea. OSHA, lots of rest 6 - 10 April. Still shorter on air than before April. Don't know if it is related to shot or Covid.

– Multiple Basil Cells. Just finished 2 weeks fluorouracil. Head looks like a tomato.Don't think it has anything to do with Covid shot.

– I have COPD. It seems to be getting worse. I now use 4 on my portable if I am walking or talking. Probably more due to stress than anything. I am very reluctant to go to doctors for on going problems. COPD, AMD, basil cells, arthritis, etc. NONE

– Feels like when I had pneumonia.

– Fever broke last night about 22:00. Queazy stomach, probably from messed up diet.

– Headache maybe related to polin.

– Don't think headache is related to vaccine.

– Chest congestion probably not related to vaccine

– Low grade fever. Assuming it is from polin, etc.

– Allergies probably. Headaches & breathing problems seem to follow pollen count. Still not over reaction to Cetrizine. Called doctor assistant. Told to drop Cetrizine

– What I thought was allergies matches a few persons whose doctors told them it was a weird cold that is going around. Yesterday coughed up 1 to 2 cups {150 to 200 cc's} of mucus. Today is more normal-10 to 20 cc's. Temp generally normal or low. Tired. Afraid to try to go to ER

– Arn & shoulder joint pain

Respiratory tract infection viral, Kidney infection and Flank pain

6D5-29303-84002

– Reaction at COVID vaccine site

– Light Muscle spasms at the injection site. Only had the shot 1 hour ago now (4:40 PM).

– Upper respiratory issues (hard to catch breath) and moderate headaches.

– Insomnia and headaches

– I tested positive for Covid. Still feel feverish off and on throughout the day.

– Anxiety

– Kidney infection

– Abdominal pain upper right abdomen and flank

– Bad cold / flu / something

– Bad respiratory virus and high blood pressure

– Covid 2 weeks ago, recurrent uti

Joint warmth, Abnormal menstrual clots and Alopecia

6D6-17341-06121

– Itchy eyes and blurry vision

– Shortness of breath and mild left sided apical chest pain

– Funny sensation on my chest (arrhythmic?)

– Warmness and pain in joins

– Paresthesias

– tingling and paresthesias that i never had or were not used to be ; i notice them on my bilateral upper and lower hands and feet

– my period is coming really coagulated , i never experienced this amount of coagulation in my period blood before it is however still regular i do experience overtime increase amount of hair loss which

Joint effusion, Exostosis and Synovial cyst

6D6-41266-68395

– I noticed a bone spur (size of a small pea) has developed on the top of my left foot. I don't think it's related to the vaccine, but I thought I should mention it.

– I have had a recurring twinge of pain going down the side of my right arm from the shoulder to the elbow. It is sporadic.This is the arm that I received both of my Pfizer Covid vaccines. I did talk to a doctor about it on Monday. In person doctor appt

– I had a headache off and on in the past week since Mon. Some muscle aches in my shoulders off and on as well. Yesterday I didn't feel very well, but i am good today.

– Asthma flareup in Dec 21 for which I was prescribed steroid pills & an inhaler. Since all Pfizer vaccines in my right arm, I experience arm pain mainly in that upper arm. I have a bone spur on my top left foot (painful). Lisinopril added for high BP. In-person doctor appt

– I have 3 synovial cysts on my left foot, and I have fluid on my left ankle indicative of arthritis. Regular dr visit with an MRI done at an area hospital's imaging center.

– I contracted COVID on August 10, 2022. I took a self test on 8/13 that was positive, and a second on 8/15 was positive. My third self test on 8/20 was negative. I had a scratchy throat, headache, and vomited one time. I had vertigo twice last week.

Vestibular migraine, Post-acute COVID-19 syndrome and Renal disorder

6D6-46496-52943

– Dizziness

– Having brain fog.

– Severe fatigue. Went to work even though it was really tough.

– Fatigue and nausea

– After being out in the sun for a short period I developed a rash. I have never done this before.

– Respiratory illness, fatigue, headache, Worsening daily body aches

– I stay tired all the time. By the time I get push myself through the workday when I get home I have no energy to do anything.

– GFR shows kidney damage. Have to go in for repeat blood. Increased lab work

– Long Covid m, vestibular migraines

Vertigo, Lymph node pain and Lymphadenopathy

6D7-16720-39192

– Two swollen lymph nodes just above my clavicle. One is pea sized and one is marble sized. Both are tender and on the left side of my body. I received my injection in the left arm. I first noticed the swelling about 7 days after my injection.

– Vertigo

– Two swollen lymph glands near clavicle.

– I continue to have marble-sized lymph glands near my collar bone. Same side as injection sight.

– I continue to have two marble-sized lymph nodes near my collarbone (injection side).

– I continue to have two marble-sized swollen lymph nodes next to my collarbone.

– Swollen and tender lymph glands near collar bone.

– Swollen lymph nodes near collar bone.

Gastroenteritis, Injection site warmth and Injection site swelling

6D7-20252-00348

– Area of vaccination was red, warm to the touch, swollen, and muscle soreness was experienced with this arm. Soreness lasted 1-2 days. Swelling, redness, and warm to the touch lasted for 4 days. Rounds of Benadryl and ibuprofen helped, as well as ice.

– Had gastroenteritis for several days. Vomiting/diarrhea for 3 days.

– Have gotten more migraines than before vaccinations and get so nauseous I throw up. This has happened at least 3 times the past 2 months that I've thrown up.

Temporomandibular pain and dysfunction syndrome, Crying and Pericarditis

6D7-28574-48178

– Just a little tenderness around injection site, but going away today

– Just a dull sinus headache, not bad

– Had pericarditis in October- am fully vaccinated & boosted- Jaw pain from previous TMJ Seasonal allergy- runny nose, itchy and weepy eyes- has lasted for several months off and on Frequent Headaches - not severe Head pain off and on

– Had pericarditis in October, 2021. Have had follow up with Dr and heart Dr. And they are continuing foloiwups. So far so good. Also have had problems with TMJ- and am trying to deal with it holistically. On the last question below, how would we know

– Lots of muscle tightness, in neck, shoulders and legs. May be arthritis or cold related. Did have pericarditis in Oct of 2021, 9 months after last Covid vaccine. Drs did not say anything at all or ask about Covid vaccine, don't know if related.

Palindromic rheumatism, Pruritus and Myalgia

6D8-10654-46491

– Urticarial papules on bilateral dorsal and palmar hands. Very itchy. Not Targetoid like erythema multiforme.

– Polymyosiyis symptoms. Severe joint and muscle aches and pain.

– I have been diagnosed with palindromic rheumatism which can be triggered by an allergic immune type of reaction

– Diagnosed with palindromic rheumatism and started on high dose prednisone taper. Was instructed not to get second dose until discuss with rheumatologist. Awaiting appointment now

– Diagnosed with palindromic rheumatism. All other rheum work up has been negative. Still on prednisone 20mg daily to keep enthesitis symptoms at bay

Injury, Mood swings and Swollen tongue

6D9-17808-21035

– I dont think its at all related, but Ive had a persistent headache for two days, now.

– I have an injury of some sort caused by something unknown. I dont expect its related at all. Started as what felt like a muscle cramp, but it seems like it might be a stress fracture or a bruised bone. Really doubt its related.

– My allergies have been more significant this year. Sinus infection-like symptoms that aren't a an infection (doctor seems unconcerned) and are likely unconnected. And jaw issues, but that also is not likely connected in any way.

– My eyes have been very light sensitive for the past few days. More noticeable today because I was outside.

– I've had a lot of muscle cramps/joint pain this week. It's been fairly mild, but not infrequent. I've been having some chiropractors work done, so it could be related to that, but it's not limited to my back/neck.

– Joint pain in fingers, elbows, wrists, and knees. It didn't really interfere because I had time off, but I'm very stiff and achy. Also a strange prickling feeling in my fingertips accompanied by redness.

– Insomnia and joint pain.

– Presently dealing with elevated heart rate, aching muscles, and sinus pressure.

– Swelling in tongue and lips, accompanied by a prickling sensation. Mood swings. Tightness around ribs.

Gastrointestinal disorder, Productive cough and Heart rate increased

6DA-13260-09221

– Sore throat with blood mixed congestion from the night I took shot. But today getting better. Sometime heart rate at 90 even when I sit idle and today is better.

– Nasal congestion with yellow phlegm. Getting better

– Got mild cold and cough.

– Cold and cold congestion

– Woke up with cold cough but normal later

– Gastric problem. Light pain in chest area that comes and goes but not consistent. Increased heart beat when pain comes.

– Muscle pain in the left hand where I took vaccine

– Feeling light headed while woke up in the morning time. Feeling sharp pain Thru the vein in left arm where I took my second vaccine.

Meniere's disease, Injection site pruritus and Injection site erythema

6DA-15632-47874

– Redness and itching in localized area at injection site not previously present (appeared Days9-11). Mild headache continues.

– Extreme pain in injection shoulder and arm

– Continuing unabated pain in injected arm

– Continuing pain in injected arm

– I had symptoms of a bad cold - fatigue, severe congestion, sore throat, body aches, headache - about 3 weeks ago but I resolved in about 4-5 days.

– Two days ago my symptoms were worse and I stayed home all day because of it. Symptoms improved but still present.

– I have Ménière's Disease. It's flaring up right now.

Platelet count decreased, Thirst and Headache

6DA-18813-74436

– Increase in thirst.

– Headaches, daily back of head. Started a week ago. I take 2 ibuprofen goes away for a few hours then comes back. I don't normally get headaches.

– I have a consistent, below the normal range platelet count, unexplainable by my doctor. It is not severely low to put me on steroids or transfusion but low enough that I am now going in every 6 months to be checked. I do not know if it is related.

Vaginal hemorrhage, Renal pain and Back pain

6DA-18819-81508

– Lower back pain mostly yesterday morning. Didnt feel like muscles pain more like kidney area but better today. Also spotting started yesterday morning and i haven't had any menses for 3 or 4 months. (Menopause started). It all could of been a coincidence though.

– I am still having vaginal bleeding which started the day after vaccine. Lower back pain on and off also.

– Back pain was lower back now middle if back and more intense

Colitis ischemic, Spinal operation and Cardiac disorder

6DA-22794-36942

– I have p sumo is and a heart problem but I do not think they are at all related to the vaccine I had my yearly Medicare review and my heart rate was 159. My Dr. Sent me to the ER. I was there for 8 hrs. They got my heart rate down with meds and discovered I had pneumonia. None of this related to vaccine. I am looking forward to the booste

– I have Ischemic Colitis. I just got home from a week in the hospital.

Peripheral coldness, Abnormal dreams and Joint swelling

6DA-29299-57906

– My normal temp is 96.7

– Ice cold and numb fingers on both hands

– Cold numb fingers

– Swollen right thumb joint with severe pain, no contact to create trama

– Fatigue low energy

– Severe headache vivid dreams

– Fatigue Headaches

– Headaches, muscle aches, vivid dreams

– Back pain, stiffness, especially upper back

– Bruised and swollen left ankle w/o physical trauma.

– Severe cramps have subsided since change of medication and supplements at Dr's direction.

– Fatigue

Esophageal pain, Throat tightness and Vision blurred

6DB-11354-28132

– Just yesterday evening I got chills, trouble breathing, sore coarse throat, and today it's still a bit sore, and i have asthma so I definitely can tell when it don't feel normal . Also today my back is hurting really bad like very achy . Lower back

– I had body aches , runny nose , like a cold, back hurts , hard time breathing , headache, very very tired, blurred vision , tightness of chest and throat felt like a blockage feeling and burning down the esophagus and upper chest .

– I have a lot of itchiness, more nausea at times , slight soreness / With miner little cough

– A lot of sneezing and runny nose. Body aches had a cold with all kinds of symptoms last week. Tiredness

– Shortness of breath

– Hard time breathing , body aches , fatigue

– Ive had a lot of stomachache, diarrhea, sleepiness

– Headache , nausea , stomachache

Nerve compression, Neuralgia and Herpes zoster

6DB-62526-58069

– I got shingles on the 11th. Dont think it has anything to do with the shot. Ct scan as well.

– Due to shingles.

– From shingles

– I got shingles the next day after the 1st vaccination. A day after my second vaccine my side started hurting again for approximately three days but I never broke out the second round. Just FYI!

– Extreme pain from a pinched L5 nerves.

– L5 pinched nerve is horrendous!

– L5 nerve pain that is horrendous even with medication.

Heavy menstrual bleeding, Menstruation irregular and Migraine

6DC-10417-90329

– Lymph nodes on the side of my injection are slightly swollen

– Lymph nodes slightly swollen in armpit of injection arm

– My menstrual cycle was very heavy which is abnormal. Ive been very tired through it and also had a migraine headache.

– I have mentioned this in previous reports, but my period has remained very heavy and has come early or mid cycle a few times. May be unrelated, but mention since it seems common.

Influenza immunization, Injection site bruising and Influenza like illness

6DC-12140-45857

– Arm is still bruised, a little itchy, but the swelling Ians redness are all gone.

– The redness beside my injection site returned after it had been gone. It was itchy, but almost gone now.

– I feel like I have the flu or a cold, I did have my flu shot too. I feel lousy with no energy and not much of an appetite.at all.

– Cold or flu like symptoms

– Nausea and for some reason I drag the ball of my right foot part of the time. Have no idea why.

Arthroscopy, Hunger and Flushing

6DC-25988-45430

– Flush face and neck the is pretty noticeable and bothersome

– Increased hunger and heartburn (my wife is experiencing the same things!)

– Sore throat I am going to ENT doctor tomorrow for that. I work as Telepsychiatrist and I depend on my voice so it has got to be solid.

– Had TURP surgery. Feeling a little off w that on top of some allergies. Post op

– Flushed face and feeling hot for two days

– Knee arthroscopy

– Congesti?n and fatigue but home COVID test was negative

Endocrine disorder, Blood glucose decreased and Therapeutic response unexpected

6DD-15616-83984

– None

– Cramps in my hands; Im crocheting.

– Im diabetic and have had 2 low sugar episodes since Feb 6. Am keeping a 4 day record of food. I have an appointment in endocrinology on 3/12.

– I have extra energy and am looking at my world through rose-colored glasses. Im happy!

– Did not report low sugar episode 34 hours after injection. Low of 45. Took 15 carbs, checked 15 min later and reached 73. Was shaky and clammy for a short time.

– I vomited on Thursday. A one-time event. I felt good; I still feel good. No fever (97.7). Oxygen was 97.

– Had gastric problems for 2 days. I did 12 hours liquids, 12 hours pretzels, saltines; 24 hours rice Chex, rice, toast, applesauce, baked potato; 24 hours baked, boiled or broiled. Diarrhea ended after 1st day. This is 5th day and I'm feeling good.

– Was given a tetanus shot and a shot to prevent shingles. Had low grade fever 24 hours; joint pain, aching legs and sensitive skin. Spent a quiet day and feel better today.

– Frequent headaches. More often than usual.

Lower urinary tract symptoms, Impaired healing and Osteoarthritis

6DD-27350-37379

– Blurred vision.

– Very mild soreness at the injection site. Much better than the day after. I have osteoarthritis. My legs hurt. But it was worse than normal.

– Fever, chills weakness

– Weakness, tiredness. Pressure in my chest going through to my upper back. Frequent urination almost like a uti with Pressure. Did a u/a at the hospital lab on friday

– Swelling in hands and feet with cramping in both hands and feet.

– Cold like flu for about 5 days

– Allergies I believe. Runny nose, drainage and semi sore throat. Some asthma issues.

Body temperature decreased, Head discomfort and Paranasal sinus discomfort

6DD-55888-52504

– Very mild muscle ache where the shot was given.

– Rash on back, right & left sides, both forearms starting at the wrist. Severe. Could not sleep.

– Very mild chest pain this afternoon.

– Pain is very mild

– Daily, randomly, itching from head to toe.

– Head pressure, congestion, low body temperature, chills sometimes, sinus pressure, and currently sinus infection with tiredness.

– Tiredness after a day of rest.

– Back pain

– Sinus congestion, sinus pressure, muscle aches, headache, back pain, chest congestion, short breath, & tiredness.

Photosensitivity reaction, Skin exfoliation and Muscle fatigue

6DE-21514-86875

– Felt very poor 5/17-18. Injection site swollen. Rashes on both arms, legs, feet; a few on soles, palms. DEBILITATING joint pain, especially stiff neck. Muscle fatigue, nauseau, headache. Some coughing; no trouble breathing. Very slowly recovering now

– Persistent headache

– Photosensitivity

– Severe chills -- uncontrollable shaking

– Peeling skin on fingers, palms; some coughing- more yesterday (forgot to report)

– Peeling skin & minor hives on fingertips

– Wake up coughing (about once a week, every week since last contact) despite sleeping upright after first incident. Stuffy nose. Low energy. Worse seasonal allergies than usual? No fever.

– Sore throat

– Stuffy nose, headache, nauseau, laryngitis

Hallucination, auditory, Pneumothorax and Pericardial effusion

6DE-21716-75672

– Chest pains, dizzyness, short breath

– Pneumonia, fluid around my heart and my left lower lung bottom collasped

– Headache, fatigue

– Headache , Sinus drainage, hot cold spells,Fatiuge

– Headaches

– Extreme Fatigue

– Really fatigued more headaches and more severe headaches

– I hear things from people that they don't really say.All negatives and hurtful because there isn't a sherd of truth to them. Those things aren't of them that aren't of them.I was abused, lived through it myself, and say Break the cycle man! I did

Contusion, Urinary tract infection and Swelling

6DE-27008-13528

– I'd say 'tenderness' at the injection site, I'm only 2 hours post-injection

– 'Rash' or hives. Not many spots but a cluster of three around my abdomen and one hive on my inner arm. Just started last night, I woke up with them today.

– Cold like symptoms, ear and sore throat. Also, new urinary tract infection

– Lymph nodes are swollen in the base of my head

– Bruising

– Filled out VAERS report with details

– Bilateral leg swelling is getting worse. Called primary care doctor again today to get seen.

– I've had to go to the doctor several times to get labs. Taking Benadryl every night for swelling. Awaiting an appointment with an immunologist.

Illusion, Adverse drug reaction and Nightmare

6DF-10781-65166

– Very warm like im gonna sweat but i dont

– Very soar at injection site. The pain irreadiates down to my ring finger. Pain in opposite arm. Had a VERY strange head feeling that cannot be defined as a headache or light headed. A strong indica strain LEGAL Marijuana completely wiped head sensation out and knocked half of the pain out as well. But when that wears off head thing is gone but pain returns to level it was. Tylenol was a joke. It Did nothing. Ive slept roughly 11 plus hours and thats with large amounts(normal to me) of caffeine. It has most certainly made itself known in my body(vaccine) and effects or rather symptoms started at about the 12 hour mark after injection.

– Pain at injection site is near gone as well as traveling pain to ring finger on injection arm.(right) Strange head feeling has not returned since smoking a legal strong indica flower(pot) it also helps considerably with abdominal and bodily aches. Tylenol did absolutely nothing for me. However when it thus far hit its peak it seems, a specific smoothie helped immensely! It brought me from ugggggggh to lets fuckin go baby. Nothing bad for ingredients! Honestly my body reacted to vaccine immunization.. and it conquered! Which is almost hard to believe as lyme disease has wreacked HAVOC on my body. I have no regrets and look forward to the second dose. I am pleased i received pfizer and for the first time in.... 14 months... i myself see light at the end of the long horrific tunnel! If youd like info on the smoothie please feel free to give me a call. Otherwise rock n roll!!!!!!! And thank you! :)

– Sorry i missed yesterdays check in. Spoke to soon when i said i hit the peek. Fever came on quick and countered it with a smoothie and stripped down to my birthday suit. Anything that seems to come up in regards to side effects my body seems to fend it off within 30 min. The only symptom that lasted was pain at injection site down to ring finger. Im paying very close attention to my body and its reactions. And generally pleased not by what side effects show up but how quickly theyre overcome by my body. Will continue monitoring!

– Symptom may be due to coffee and high caffeine contents. Otherwise im feeling just fine!

– Lingering pain in right arm ring finger. Otherwise just fine.

– Shot is over and done with. Your check in is late but so you know. Immediately after shot i got a rash that turned into the size of a half dollar. Hot took several days to dissappear. And the night post 2nd i had 5 nightmares that distorted reality

– I am under extreme stress and found myself with what feels like a permanent nausea, my clonazapam seems to have stopped working since shot 1, and two nights ago it felt like a borderline heart attack.

– Finger pain (right ring finger) i felt when i received first shot has come back and stayed. Despite aspirin,ice, gently massaging, it is a sharp in your face pain. Almost pinpointed to the knuckle. Outside of that, i think im okay?!?!

– Im exhausted all the time. I sleep non stop with no control to stop it. Even large doses of caffeine barely wakes me up. I hurt all over my body like a flair up of lyme disease. And in all honesty think maybe this wasnt a good idea. Idk what to think

– Chest pains more coughing and permanent pain in right ring finger. Also gaining weight quicker.

– After pfizer 2nd shot. It appears that it retriggered my lyme disease. Met with my primary care and am on 20 days of antobiotics just like back in 2016 for lyme. PCP had no clue what to do with adverse effects of pfizer. Everyday i feel more pain Pcp

– Severe panic attack followed by several seizures even though i was on anti seizure medication.

– Lethargic. Depression. Occasional pain at injection site still. Not often but once in a while i can feel it.

Angina pectoris, Cardiac flutter and Muscle tightness

6DF-14654-52199

– Prominent heartburn, pins and needles/tingly feeling in different areas of body, sore throat

– Difficulty breathing, tightness in neck and head

– brain fog, slight shortness of breath, slight heartburn, vertigo

– Slight shortness of breath, neck ache, slight heartburn

– Slight shortness of breath and heartburn

– Fluttering feeling in chest and body, neck pain, indigestion

– Worse heartburn and indigestion

– Stabbing heartburn/heart pain more towards the left of chest. Pain radiating to left side of neck and slight in arm (arm that got vaccine). Indigestion isn't getting better. Cramps. Slight chest pressure

– A little bit of shortness of breath still continuing, indigestion, dull headache

Intermenstrual bleeding, Menstrual disorder and Menstruation irregular

6DF-16162-04733

– My period hasn't come yet. I went to the doctor and I'm not pregnant hopefully is just a skiped period but is the first time it has happened. I've been having headaques migraines for more than 2 weeks. The Dr. Said it may be related to my period. In person

– Menstrual Cycle inregularity Will need to make an appointmet for the ginecologyst

– The spotting menstrual cycle hasn't gone away and my breast feel sensitive also. Most simtomps are like if i where on my menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle is still inregular. Which is not normal for me. I have to go to the dr.

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