Their Stories

Pruritus, Nasopharyngitis and Respiratory tract congestion

2.13.2021 – Due to headache and fever my whole head feels achy like the feeling you get before you get a cold were just wants to have a cool compress on your forehead all day. Called pharmacist to see if Pfizer vaccine has anything in common with Augmentin which I am allergic to because of the itching on my arm because none of the websites I looked at mentioned itching as a side effect.

2.12.2022 – Head cold for a few days with runny nose, headaches, congestion, slight fever feeling that that tested negative / not detected at home rapid test and doctor 24 hr test.

Dyshidrotic eczema, Paresthesia and Sinusitis

3.11.2021 – Just a mild tingle like fever sensitivity. Its mild.

10.4.2022 – 3 days after the vaccine I got a sinus infection and cold. It lasted 2 weeks. As of Friday I have a skin rash. Dr said looks like exanthem rash.

10.18.2022 – I got an outbreak dyshidrotic eczema on my hands about a week after I received the booster. I also got a cold two days after the booster. I haven't had eczema before. Not sure if the cold and/or eczema is related to the booster.

Rectal hemorrhage, Increased viscosity of upper respiratory secretion and Patient isolation

3.20.2021 – Headache very slight

12.1.2021 – Sleeping more than usual. Low energy.

12.21.2021 – Scratchy throat

1.4.2022 – Was in presence of someone who tested COVID POSITIVE. We quarantined for 10-days and we all tested NEGATIVE after isolation. SYMPTOMS WERE: Influx of phlegm, constant coughing, sore throat. No fever or breathing issues.

5.2.2022 – Thick phlegm, uncontrollable coughing, extremely fatigue, constantly sleeping, overall miserable.

7.12.2022 – Unbeknownst to me, I was exposed to folk who tested Covid-19 positive! My symptoms were chills, headaches, congestion, runny nose, and lack of energy resulting in over sleeping.

10.26.2022 – Rectal bleeding: bright red, burgandy, & gluey No appointments available

11.23.2022 – Congestion, sneezing, runny nose, constantly, and sleepy.

Flank pain, Parosmia and Limb discomfort

2.16.2021 – Ive had an itchy scalp for maybe the last 10 days. Im not sure if its related to the shot. I havent changed any products that would make me itch.

2.23.2021 – Stuffy nose. Im not sure if it was a mild cold or because the latest supply of masks at work have a very strong chemical smell and Ive become sensitive to strong smells.

3.4.2021 – Stuffy nose. Took some ibuprofen and felt better

4.25.2021 – Ive had some strange pressure in my left flank, like something solid pushing into my side, as well as a constant stitch on that side. Ive also had some increased bilateral arm heaviness, but that happened occasionally even before my vaccine.

Atelectasis, Blood cholesterol increased and Myocardial infarction

2.24.2021 – Had fatigue yesterday evening but none today. Shoulder is a little stiff like any other shot.

11.13.2021 – Asthma increase

11.14.2021 – Still coughing up mucus in evening

11.15.2021 – My coughing up mucus has lessened. I took Mucinex for 24 hours.

11.16.2021 – More chest congestion and mucus after mucinex wore off. Pulmonology Dr. Ordered blood work, x rays

11.17.2021 – Less mucus today after doubling omeprazole by Dr but Bibasilar atelectasis indicated in yesterday's x-ray Refers to yesterday's unplanned visit with Pulmonary MD

11.18.2021 – Still having to get rid of mucus especially after eating. Following Dr directions and he will call me on the 30th.

4.2.2022 – Just a headache for a few hours. Nothing serious.

Rhinitis allergic, Periorbital swelling and Eye pruritus

9.29.2021 – In my 2nd dose, this did not capture that i had chills bit no fever, because I checked in before the chills. The next day, the question was the symptoms for that day.

10.1.2021 – Calf pain

10.17.2021 – Headache and congestion. Started this morning.

11.7.2021 – Increased palpitations

3.27.2022 – 1. Allergy symptoms are more common (never had those before) - eye itchiness/puffiness, allergic rhinitis 2. Palpitations are somewhat less than the last time I reported it.

9.26.2022 – Palpitations

Axillary mass, Axillary pain and Lymphadenopathy

4.3.2021 – Severe swelling of the lymph node in the arm pit of the injection arm. Moderate uncomfortable pain in that area.

4.4.2021 – Visible Swelling of the lymph node in the arm pit of the injection arm. Mild dull pain and uncomfortableness.

4.5.2021 – Swelling of the lymph nodes under the arm pits. Mild discomfort.

4.6.2021 – Swelling of the lymph nodes under the arms. Minor to moderate discomfort.

4.7.2021 – Visibly swollen lymph nodes under arms and on neck. Mild discomfort.

4.8.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under the arms. Mild discomfort.

4.22.2021 – Lymph node swelling under the arms has not gotten any better.

4.30.2021 – Lymph nodes still swollen.

5.13.2021 – Under arm lymph nodes still swollen.

7.1.2021 – Lumps under armpits present since 2nd dose. Doctor looked at it, and imaging showed not swollen lymph nodes, mass, or fluid. Still unsure what it is.

4.1.2022 – Lumps in the armpits

Hypomenorrhea, Energy increased and Polymenorrhea

3.22.2021 – Lack of appetite . Maybe because I was sleeping so much on Saturday and Sunday.

3.23.2021 – Trying to get my appetite back. My sleep cycle was disturbed during the first 2 days due to fatigue. I'm still fine. I actually feel more energized. Just less hungry.

3.24.2021 – Not sure if it was related to any meat I ate. I hardly eat meat.

4.18.2021 – Foggy brain

4.19.2021 – Sweating.drenched from 6pm-4:00am

5.1.2021 – I have noticed my period was shorter and my cramps very severe. This happened with my last period too after my first shot.

10.18.2021 – Very short periods

Liver abscess, Hepatic mass and Anemia

3.26.2021 – I have developed a liver lesion that was an incidental finding on an ultrasound that may be a hemangioma or focal fatty infiltration, but we are not sure. It probably was not related to the vaccine, but the test was due to nausea over the last month. Outpatient ultrasound

11.14.2021 – I had a fever over 101 F on Friday but couldn't find a way to report it I tried to get healthcare but was asked to cancel my appt due to high demand

12.4.2021 – Consistent with viral illness, new anemia (not covid based on PCR testing)

11.13.2022 – Covid 19

Pancreatitis, Renal disorder and Flank pain

1.2.2021 – Extremely thirsty

1.3.2021 – Very thristy

1.4.2021 – Extremely thirsty and hands face and feet swelled

1.6.2021 – Still swelled aand really thristy Did blood work to check liver and kidney function

1.13.2021 – Blood work came back with elvated liver enzymes and flag in kidney function lower vitamin D

2.12.2021 – Headache still going strong! Noticing a change in vision!! Going to eye doctor soon

4.28.2021 – Not sure whats wrong right side flank pain and headaches

8.2.2021 – My injection site is hurting as if I got the shot again! Severe muscle cramps! Again tiring easy

1.31.2022 – Kidney is acting up! Extremely thristy! Tired!

2.7.2022 – Covid

7.13.2022 – Uptick in kidney stones and Pancreatitis

Complex regional pain syndrome, Bacterial infection and Autoimmune disorder

3.29.2021 – tongue sensation

4.26.2021 – general malaise

4.30.2021 – some mild lightheadedness/dizziness

5.2.2021 – Increased moderate to severe RSD symptoms

6.6.2021 – See RSD.org (RSDSA). On 4/23/21 My Blood Chemistry,Hematology, Urinalyses -best since childhood; On 5/1/21, My best DEXA scan ever. I have tried my best to differentiate my RSD sxs from my vaccination sxs. The Moderna vaccine is outstanding. Thanks.

10.24.2021 – Caught RSV or other respiratory virus from 21 month old Grandson (I reside with my Grandson and family.) My respiratory symptoms evolved to a severe bacterial infection (sinus infection and URI with thick dark sputum); fortunately, cefdinir 300mg/BID Mobile Phone Call

5.5.2022 – NONE, excluding my worsening daily CRPS/RSD symptoms [(e.g., Upper/Lower extremity and back) Joint pains, Muscle or body aches (including back of neck), and Headaches].

5.7.2022 – Severe pain (throughout my body) above and beyond my CRPS/RSD "normal" pain (06MAY2022). Today (07MAY), pain is improving. My "normal" CRPS/RSD skin rashes/purpura (i.e., CRPS/RSD autoimmunity sxs) remain unchanged p/2nd booster.

5.11.2022 – Aetna Medicare Drug Rx Appeal: M22B34DUKY6 C2C Innovative Solutions Medicare Appeal Number: 1-10972630107 (received 18MAR2022)

5.14.2022 – Today, I attended a Memorial Service in West Chester, PA, with >80 people in attendance.

5.19.2022 – My CRPS sxs (e.g., R shoulder/back of neck pain) have been worsening. Since my second Moderna booster, I have attended (maskless) a Memorial (14MAY) in (b)(6) (>50 attendees) and a movie, Sonic, w/my Grandson (15MAY) @(b)(6) (noon)

6.10.2022 – Worsening CRPS symptoms.

6.17.2022 – Worsening CRPS symptoms; however, on 12JUN2022, I attended (maskless) Jurassic World Movie at (b)(6) Mall (3:30pm ET) and on 17JUN2022, I went grocery shopping (maskless) at (b)(6), DE) at 10:00 am ET.

11.3.2022 – In my opinion, CAR-T cell treatment should be both extremely safe and effective treatment (see below) for all autoimmunity/autoinflammatory symptoms (most, if not all, symptoms) of CRPS/RSDS!!! https://www.sciencenews.org/article/lupus-car-t-cell-

11.27.2022 – Ongoing/worsening CRPS/RSD autoimmunity/autoinflammatory symptoms. My 2.8 year-old Grandson (whom I live with) has recently tested positive for swine influenza. My daughter-in-law has recently received Ciprodex ear drops, as well. No Covid.

Oral mucosal eruption, Edema peripheral and Paresthesia

2.4.2021 – 3/4 days after 1st injection a very mild rash developed on my neck..only lasted very briefly and posed no immediate concern. Has not reoccurred. Not sure if even related to injection

2.5.2021 – Dizziness

2.6.2021 – Pain and swelling in my under arm in the arm the 2nd injection was given

2.7.2021 – Mild swelling/tenderness under my arm in the arm that injection was given

10.29.2021 – Tingling of the arm and fingers

10.30.2021 – Underarm pain and swelling

11.1.2021 – Pain and swelling in armpit

11.4.2021 – Not sure if even related but rash around my mouth

Fungal foot infection, Diplopia and Fungal infection

2.26.2021 – Ni

2.28.2021 – These are consistent with symptoms I had before shot.

3.17.2021 – Bad sore throatHeadacheFibromyalgia Chest pain all day yesterday that did not respond to nitroglycerin I consulted my cardiologists office and left a message for my doctor

4.8.2021 – Bone pain Sweating Fatigue Joint pain Runny nose Breathing hard Sore throat

4.22.2021 – Sore throat and headache have come backFibromyalgia seems to be worseArthritis seems to be worse Will see regular arthritis doctor for scheduled appointment

4.29.2021 – My fibromyalgia is worseIve had feelings of being very cold and very hotMy joints hurt and I had trouble sleeping and my blood sugar was high and my jaws hurt Visited dentist for jaw pain and had stretching sessions with personal trainer

5.6.2021 – Very bad and disabling fibromyalgia flare

9.23.2021 – Very bad chest pain and trouble breathing and sleeping

5.18.2022 – Chills, hot flashes, double vision, fatigue, sleeplessness

5.25.2022 – Mouth sores

6.8.2022 – Fibromyalgia is worse. More pain, forgetfulness, edginess

6.15.2022 – Fibromyalgia pain Double vision Doctor visit

8.3.2022 – Bad foot fungus spreading to legs, double vision, fibromyalgia pain Appointment with physician

11.9.2022 – Not really. I frequently have same symptoms because of my health conditions . I do feel like my chest has pressure.

11.10.2022 – Fibromyalgia but pain meds are working

11.12.2022 – No

11.26.2022 – Running nose Chest discomfort Pain.. muscle and joint Nausea Anxiety

12.3.2022 – Nausea Doctors office

Hyperventilation, Post-acute COVID-19 syndrome and Sluggishness

3.26.2021 – Mild shortness of breath. Just to make note, I got covid almost a year ago and have been dealing with longterm symptoms, so this isn't entirely out of the usual for me. However, it was a bit more intense today than usual

4.2.2021 – I have longterm covid symptoms, and last Friday I had a very bad flare up of longterm symptoms worse than I've had in almost a year, closer to when I got covid originally. That lasted a few days getting better each day, now I feel how i did pre-vacin

4.9.2021 – I had shortness of breath, brain fog, fatigue, diarrhea, and nausea on 4/4 - 4/8 getting better each day, feeling a bit better today on 4/9

4.16.2021 – I've been chronically hyperventilating, senses are dulled, arms and legs feel tingling or numbed, feel sluggish like i can't keep up with what I'm seeing or hearing sometimes.

5.20.2021 – Usual longterm flare up, shortness of breath, fatigue, chest tender to the touch

Joint noise, Musculoskeletal pain and Musculoskeletal chest pain

3.19.2021 – Have had abdominal gassiness, but difficult to pass. Feels like the need to have a bowel movement, but much time on the toilet doesn't produce bowel movement. I have chronic pain conditions and fatigue. Low back pain had just been a nuisance of late but thinking back the low back pain, as well as fatigue and other pain, had been heightened to quite unbearable since about the time of the vaccine. I have not reported it or made that connection until now. It is hard to know if it is me or related to the vaccine

4.15.2021 – Mild dizziness, severe lower back pain, buttock and leg ripping and tearing sensations reported even after 1st injection. I have osteoarthritis, multi degenerative joint and disc dx, fibromyalgia,,

5.20.2021 – Three day migraine not improved with migraine medications. Finally starting to subside a bit today.

7.8.2021 – Hx of low back pain and fusions. New symptoms of clunking sound with certain movements causing increased pain. Having pain in left rib cage area, causing very uncomfortable tightening. Both legs are going numb. MRI of lumbar spine 7/12/2021. Imaging

Eye movement disorder, Facial paralysis and Bell's palsy

2.27.2021 – I wont bad headache on the right side of my head and also Im having trouble closing my right eye also

2.28.2021 – The right side of my head has a severe headache and I think I have Bells palsyand from the shot because my right wont close and my right side of my mouth is drooping.

3.1.2021 – Bells Palsey on right side of face.

3.3.2021 – I currently have bells palsy on right side of face,eye,head aches.

3.4.2021 – Bells Palsy & slight Headaches

3.11.2021 – Bells Palsy. Drooping right side of face. Headache on right side Drs office

Blood glucose fluctuation, Diabetes mellitus and Mobility decreased

2.3.2021 – 99.4 temp and a little joint pain

2.17.2021 – Bad headache and muscle pain after second shot

2.24.2021 – Painfull neck which started the day after 2nd shot its been 14 days of painful neck cramps and hurts when I sleep and turn my head. My number is (b)(6)

3.3.2021 – Now right side of neck is cramping and painfull and limited turning

3.9.2022 – Covid triggered diabetes . And a back ach.

7.4.2022 – Very tired deling with wild fluctuations of sugar glucose levels that all started when I got covid. At begining of yrear

Dental discomfort, Biliary colic and Vitreous detachment

3.2.2021 – Shaky inside

3.3.2021 – Throbbing teeth!!

3.6.2021 – Tooth pain

3.9.2021 – Mind fog for a few days didnt think it was shot related till now 60 min Reflexology appointment

3.29.2021 – Throbbing teeth

4.1.2021 – Elevated heart rate

4.3.2021 – Severe Left hip pain till afternoon then passed

4.6.2021 – I had forgotten to mention since my shot the circulation in my legs was lessened & my feet were numb - this is something I worked hard at overcoming - it has taken over a week but today after swimming dancing walking thru the discomfort I feel normal again

4.19.2021 – On Wed I suffered SERVERLY: vaccine reaction? Covid 19? Descended rapidly 1 at a time: body aches difficulty moving>runny nose>101.5 fever>sore throat>tight chest>throbbing teeth>left eye irritation=VERY SCARY NITE! Gone in a.m.! DC/polarity therapy/Reiki

4.25.2021 – Right knee & hip pain

5.4.2021 – Right knee pain

12.16.2021 – Woozy

12.29.2021 – Sore throat cough nausea headache feverish fatigued

1.5.2022 – My gall bladder is aching

1.12.2022 – Sore throat ear pain

3.16.2022 – I had a sudden Posterior Vitreous Detachment causing floaters & flashes of light - my skin has suddenly become photosensitive & I'm getting blisters & hives even with 70 plus sunscreen AND!!! My normally normal BP has been elevated tooo often of late Retina specialist & awaiting dermatologist appt

6.16.2022 – Horribly itchy -extremely sun sensitive -not sleeping - lingering laryngitis - reflux

Periarthritis, Joint range of motion decreased and Musculoskeletal discomfort

3.15.2021 – Had chills and low grade temp 3/9, large area swelling and redness at site of injection. Swelling and redness lasted 5 days.

4.12.2021 – Moderate shoulder and left arm discomfort, mild discomfort right arm and shoulder ....

6.7.2021 – Dx with adhesive capsulitis/frozen shoulder on left; initially treated with tapering dose of prednisone. Now on tylenol es and physical therapy weekly. Office visit

9.6.2021 – Developed frozen shoulder on left, where I had gotten my second Moderna shot. Participated in six weeks of physical therapy ending +/- July 1st. Still have residual limited ROM on left upper extremity. MD visit, PT X 6 weeks

Night sweats, Throat irritation and Chills

2.22.2021 – Chills were yesterday but after I filled this out so I hadnt marked them off

3.22.2021 – Sweating a lot overnight but headache was better and no chills anymore

11.1.2021 – This may be delayed so I did have chills, aches, joint pain, and fatigue the day after my shot, which resolved by the next day.

10.9.2022 – Sore throat - very possible I got a virus at the same time as my shot since usually after vaccine I feel better by now and wouldn't have a scratchy throat too.

Vaginal discharge, Lip pruritus and Lip pain

1.14.2021 – Weird chest pain, behind right breast for 3 days

1.19.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in neck on side with the shot

2.3.2021 – Congestion, plugged sinuses, dizziness, itchy lips, swelling and pain

2.4.2021 – Congestion, sharp top head pain with teeth pain, black/brown vaginal discharge

2.6.2021 – Vaginal bleeding, weird stomach pain, foggy.

2.7.2021 – Dark brown vaginal discharge, plugged sinuses, neck pain stiffness, heaviness in head, foggy, vision change.

2.9.2021 – Wierd chest pain, and congestion stuffy nose

5.4.2021 – Right arm pain, deep into the joints, shoulder tingling numb and fingers same and worsening Chiropractor

Pruritus, Rash and Injection site pain

2.5.2021 – Six days after getting the vaccine, I started to have some itching and developed a rash

2.27.2021 – Soreness and tenderness around injections area

2.28.2021 – Had extreme chills yesterday, woke up this morning and only had a little bit of chills, mostly gone now. Still some soreness and tenderness at injection area

3.1.2021 – Still a little bit tenderness around injection area

10.29.2021 – Just some soreness

10.30.2021 – Muscle soreness around injections site

9.27.2022 – Just soreness at injection site

9.28.2022 – Just a little soreness at the injection site

Massage, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

10.14.2021 – Extreme swollen/painful lymph node in the armpit of the arm I got the vaccine in

10.15.2021 – Severe swelling and extreme pain in the armpit of the arm I got the shot in.

10.16.2021 – Unchanged swelling of the lymph node in the armpit of the arm I received injection in, pain is better controlled today with NSAIDS

10.17.2021 – Lymph node swelling and pain finally decreasing after utilizing lymphatic massage

10.18.2021 – Very little swelling in the armpit today. No pain.

Edema peripheral, Lymph node pain and Pruritus

1.10.2021 – I have been mildly dizzy today. But not some thing that interferes with my functioning.

1.16.2021 – I am experiencing all the above mentioned symptoms in my armpit. They developed on day five and I am now on antibiotics to treat them.

1.17.2021 – Still dealing with my swollen arm pit area. I am now on antibiotics to treat an apparent infection in that area. Its the same side as the arm that got the shot.

1.31.2021 – I had another flareup under my arm and had to put Bactrim cream on it due to swelling and itchiness. Doctors office

2.9.2021 – Swollen and painful lymph nodes in my arm pit

2.10.2021 – On PET/lymph node pain and swelling and itching

2.11.2021 – Pain in my lymph node area of my arm pit.

2.12.2021 – My arm hurts at site of injection.

5.9.2021 – Feeling a little dizzy today

Breast enlargement, Immune system disorder and Staphylococcal infection

6.15.2021 – eczema break out on my leg. Dermatologist unsure why Im getting it in her locations. Have also had lymph node infection, sinus infection, and staph infection I believe due to a weakened immune system after I ran a fever from the vaccine.

8.5.2021 – Ive had bad headaches, eczema on my leg (which I have never had before), and seen an increase in size in by breast.

1.8.2022 – presyncope, ringing in ears

1.12.2022 – Swollen lymph nodes in neck

1.21.2022 – Severe diarrhea and stomach pain.

Body temperature decreased, Eye irritation and Pneumonia

3.3.2021 – Saturday, 3/27Slight headacheEyes irritatedModerate Neck,back pain Miderate joint pain Slight naseauFelt feverish but temp not above 98.3.Felt almost back to normal the next day

9.7.2021 – Felt feverish, but temp was 97;Trouble breathing;Nausea;Joint pain;Exhaustion;Headache.Lasted a little over a day, then dissipated over the next week.

10.5.2021 – Odd taste in mouth

10.26.2021 – Muscle and joint aches

12.28.2021 – Nausea, headache, stuffy/runny nose, aches, exhaustion.

9.28.2022 – Covid with pneumonia, shortness of breath total of 7 weeks. Feeling ok but not yet normal.

Pityriasis rosea, Pruritus and Rash

4.23.2021 – Itching of the body

7.22.2021 – I developed a pityryasis rosea rash across my body a few weeks after my 2nd dose of Pfizer. Its cleared up now, however. I believe it was an immune reaction to the vaccine.

10.21.2021 – A couple months ago, in May, I had an immune reaction to the 2nd dose. I had a rash on the trunk of my body (none on arms, legs, or face). The rash wasn't painful or itchy, but it took almost 2 months to clear up.

Tachycardia, Palpitations and Insomnia

2.11.2021 – palpitations (tachycardia) overnight, which caused me to lose lots of sleep (likely cause of today's fatigue or tiredness)

2.12.2021 – The pain at the injection site is barely noticeable today, and is hardly worth mentioning.

5.10.2022 – The pain at the injection site is so mild today that I feel it only when there's pressure on that spot.

6.11.2022 – Sore throat for four days, beginning evening of 06/06/2022; also mild chills and fever symptoms for about 24 hours beginning evening of 06/06/2022. Rapid antigen test AM 06/07/2022 was positive for coronavirus. Doctor prescribed Paxlovid.

10.27.2022 – Very mild cold symptoms (slight sore throat and slight nasal congestion) on 10/26/2022, mostly resolved 10/27/2022. Rapid antigen test for COVID-19 on evening of 10/26 was negative.

Breast feeding, Quarantine and Disturbance in attention

12.30.2020 – I am a breast-feeding mom!

1.2.2021 – Hard to focus

1.4.2021 – My husband was exposed to covid (multiple positive tests at his place of work). He had a test done today and results will take 2-4 days. They said it may be too early still. He is quarantining in our bedroom. I am masking and quarantining with our four month old. Didn't know if this info would impact my v safe checks at all!

1.27.2022 – Sore throat, cough, fatigue - early January. Covid test pcr one day after symptoms began - negative results.

Muscle tightness, Injection site discomfort and Muscular weakness

2.16.2021 – Swelling of lymph node in arm below injection site then muscle in my neck tightened. My hand hurt and alternated with a bit of numbness

2.17.2021 – The node in my left arm still seems swollen. No pain

2.19.2021 – The lymph node in my arm seems to still be swollen abit on my left arm. No pain.

3.1.2021 – Day 9 my injection area became itchy and started to turn red and swelled a bit. Had a halo effect around it and continued to itch. Lasted about 3 days. Its fine now.

3.17.2021 – Sweating

3.19.2021 – Fatigue possibly due to dehydration. Working on that.

3.21.2021 – Left arm has a slight weakness at times not a pain at injection sight rather a dull ache as if Ive worked out