Their Stories

Abscess, Anaphylactic reaction and Cyst

2.2.2021 – I had an anaphylactic reaction 7-10 minutes after my injection. Signs and symptoms included SOB, nausea, near-syncope, and extremely high Blood Pressure (220/90). This injection was actually my second. My first was on 1/8/2021. I was taken to the ED, where I was given solumedrol IV. I pre-medicated before my 2nd dose wit Zyrtec, and 2 doses of diphenhydramine. I did this because I had a mild allergic reaction after the first injection on 1/8/2021, with a prickly skin feeling and a couple of hives on my palm.

2.3.2021 – Productive cough

2.6.2021 – Sore throat, slight cough

2.12.2021 – Had a slight fever on Monday, with diarrhea and fatigue. Felt fatigued through Wednesday. Developed a (probably unrelated) 2 abscessed cyst on my abdomen on Monday.

Stomatitis, Paresthesia oral and Dysphonia

1.24.2021 – Lips tingling, feeling raw in mouth

1.25.2021 – Tiredness

1.26.2021 – Cant tell doing colonoscopy prep

1.27.2021 – Sweats

1.31.2021 – Horse throat, in morning not sore

2.7.2021 – Dry Cough, headache, stomach ache, chills

2.21.2021 – Headaches

2.26.2021 – Shakes

2.28.2021 – Cough

3.8.2021 – Major Headaches, stomach aches, dizziness, Im retired so the work questions dont apply, but I stayed in bed most of the day with headaches no Dr.

3.15.2021 – Injection Arm pain upon moving in certain directions.Hot/cold flashes not related to aging,

Trismus, Fear and Induration

5.2.2021 – Hard areas about the size of silver dollar and bruise. Its kind of hot.

5.3.2021 – Its hard in about a two inch circle. Bruised . Red around that area. The hard tissue feels deep not liquid just a very hard area.

6.15.2021 – Dizzy

6.22.2021 – Very dizzy. Headaches

7.6.2021 – Since my shot Ivey got dizzy spells. They have got worse. If I bend over at all I feel so dizzy . I feel like Im going to pass out. I thought they would go away. But have got worse. And still have headaches.

7.20.2021 – Ive been having twitching on the corner of my outside left eye and left jaw and arm. And twitching in my right eye. And a lot of weeping out of my eye on that side. With twitching on muscle of right arm between shoulder and elbow.

9.7.2021 – I have constant fatigue. Cant sleep. My mouth is so dry . I cant hardly swallow without drinking water. Headaches. Im not hungry. I know I should have a booster. Im 64. And have 4 autoimmune diseases. But now Im scared. And dont kno

Impaired driving ability, Infection and Balance disorder

2.19.2021 – Still have pressure in my ears, and a little off balance.

2.22.2021 – Less sinus pressure and ear pressure. I felt well enough to drive a short distance today.

2.24.2021 – A little off balance.

3.3.2021 – My arm is still red and slightly swollen.

3.24.2021 – Dizzy, fuzzy, off balance. I slipped off a paver and twisted my left foot. My foot has been swollen for 3 days.

4.11.2021 – Infection in the synovial fluid of the first joint of the middle finger. Antibiotics causing pressure in both ears, and swelling of both hands. Office visit

3.22.2022 – Rash

Heat stroke, Eyelid margin crusting and Breast mass

4.15.2021 – Sore, scratchy throat. Nausea, severe headache, body is stiff, joints ache, I hurt all over, both eyes ache with pain, and have sleep or crustys build-up all day, both eyes feel swollen. I feel cold all the time. Complaints started Tue,04/13/

6.3.2021 – headache/migraine, stomach-ache/abdominal-ache, overall sick-feeling

6.10.2021 – tired, itchy, headache, achy, unable to focus on a task to completion.

5.3.2022 – Lumps in breast More tests

12.27.2022 – Severe abdominal pain, cold sweat lasting longer than 30 min.

Anaphylactic reaction, Swelling face and Heart rate increased

4.8.2021 – Rapid heart beat, difficult breathing, facial swelling, nausea, fatigue, and severe headaches following the first dose. Headaches lasted almost two weeks.

4.16.2021 – Im so tired all of the time. My second dose was not reserved for me! That provider gave my dose away. My personal provider said to not mix brands, then changed their minds and said that I should mix brands and get a different 2nd dose despite rese

6.9.2021 – Mild anaphylactic reaction to Covid vaccine.

Piloerection, Depression and Anxiety

3.25.2021 – tingling feelings like you have a chill come over you really quickly (goose bumps) but in upper body and head.

3.26.2021 – Tired, nauseous, dull headache, tingling/warm feeling runs from my head through shoulders frequently. I had Covid on 12/22. Maybe I got this vaccine too early and my body is reacting to it? Feels a lot like what I had during/after COVID.

5.7.2021 – Tired and nauseous

7.9.2021 – Anxiety and depression

10.8.2021 – Major anxiety and depression now under control but came out of the blue. Have never had that before in m life.

Peripheral coldness, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Muscle spasms

2.10.2021 – First I did not follow instructions and did actually receive my second vaccine on 27 January. Next morning felt tired the next morning after receiving the vaccine. The next two days after my legs felt cold and had cramps in my lower extremities

3.15.2021 – Have had a headache for two days

5.7.2021 – Had a cold over that last weekend it seemed. Running nose draining, sneezing. No other symptoms. But over it now feeling good.

Lower respiratory tract infection, Poor quality sleep and Disturbance in attention

3.8.2021 – Two days ago-1 ear got really hot for less than an hour. Yesterday, after 6 hours of heavy exertion, my heartbeat felt a little fast and a little harder than normal for several hours. My heart rate when tested was 97 beats per minute. Its currently 92 bpm with a resting rate of 83 bpm.

3.10.2021 – I dont sleep well, and havent for years. I think that is the source of my fatigue.

3.19.2021 – For a couple of days, my right ear got super hot and my cheeks were flushed. Menopausal symptoms that I havent felt in over a year. Muscles sore, but Ive been doing yard work. I think Im just fine!

3.28.2021 – Just tenderness in my shoulder on the arm that got the shot

3.29.2021 – Yesterday afternoon I was achey and tired, but I worked quite a bit and did some heavy lifting, so its probably just from that. No pain in any new place.

3.31.2021 – Did not sleep well. Only got about 3 hours. Im just really tired. It has not stopped me from working, but has affected my ability to focus today.

4.1.2021 – Gassy

4.2.2021 – No. Doing great!

9.25.2021 – I had a really bad chest cold for about 3-weeksI was in bed for 4-days and shouldve stayed in bed for at least two more days. Still have a lingering cough. I tested for Covid and it was negative.

10.25.2021 – Headache, backache, joint and muscle aches.

12.27.2021 – About three months ago I had what seemed to be a really bad chest cold. It lasted for several weeks, and the cough lasted longer than the cold.

Peripheral coldness, Muscular weakness and Injection site swelling

1.20.2021 – Swelling, itching, redness and pain at injection site returned Sunday 1/17 after several days of no symptoms.

2.3.2021 – Muscle weakness

2.4.2021 – Light headed, cold hands

2.3.2022 – After booster I got pretty sick and experienced extreme pain redness and swelling at injection site that lasted several days. Also fatigue, joint pain, muscle aches and headache.

2.3.2022 – I had the booster and it made me pretty sick. Weak muscles sore joints fatigue headache extreme pain at injection site redness and swelling also at injection site

Chromaturia, Groin pain and Therapeutic response unexpected

3.10.2021 – Headache on day of vaccine

3.12.2021 – Ive sneezed more often since getting vaccine. But I do have allergies and it could just be that time of year.

3.14.2021 – Allergies. Sneezing and sinus draining into back of throat. Ive had some sneezing attacks since the vaccine. Today is the worse. It could be because spring is almost here.

4.10.2021 – I have a positive that I think is due to the vaccine. I have a increased energy since my second. I also use to have intense painful itching after a bath or shower. I no longer have this. I hope this is permanent.

5.18.2021 – Stomachache and pain in right groin area. I dont think its related to the vaccination.

7.6.2021 – Stomach pain since May. Doubt its related to vaccine. Doctor appointment next week.

4.27.2022 – A little abdominal pain for a few minutes during the night. Urine is yellow.

11.15.2022 – I had abdominal pain prior to the vaccine. Not sure yet if it's worse since the vaccine. Will see what happens tomorrow. Also am dizzy. But I think it may be because I took melatonin and Tylenol with codeine last night. Won't do that tonight.

Chills, Pyrexia and Fatigue

4.17.2021 – Just thought I would bring to your attention, that I have an identical twin sister who experienced the exact symptoms that I did for two days after her first and second shot. The only difference is that I had Covid in January and she did not. apparently some thing in our twin genetic make up that affected us both in the same way. We are in our 65th year and for the most part in very good health with no underlying conditions

5.12.2021 – Within 10 hrs of receiving Vaccine, I had fever chills extreme fatigue and achiness

Ear inflammation, Systemic lupus erythematosus and Ocular discomfort

2.1.2021 – This 1st shot gave me a lupus flare.

8.20.2021 – No

9.17.2021 – Both Ears hurt still , have a slight headache still. Went to dr got nasal steroid for ear tuned inflammation but dont seem to be helping .

9.24.2021 – Day before booster moderna I was totally fine, the night of vaccine I got massive migraine that I still have but its moderate headache since. Pressure in the head and ears and jaws and eye so oes has let up after 3day after shot but still have it! I would go to the er but its full of Covid idiots. Saw a dr but he was no help!

10.1.2021 – Still my ears, ear pain and goes down side of neck , pressure feeling in my head and constant headache

Conjunctivitis bacterial, Lymphadenitis and Oral herpes

3.25.2021 – Arm soreness

4.15.2021 – Overall itchiness

4.18.2021 – Swollen around lymph nodes close to arm pit on arm that I got the shot

4.19.2021 – Lymph nodes close to arm pit of arm that I got the shot are swollen, but less than yesterday

4.20.2021 – Lymph nodes inflammation is still present, but continues to go down.

4.21.2021 – Lymph node swelling near armpit of injection arm continues to decrease.

12.12.2021 – Armpit swelling (injection arm)

12.13.2021 – Swelling lymph nodes around armpit of injection arm

1.13.2022 – Fever, congestion, cough, headaches, bacterial conjuntivitis, cold sore

Fibrin D dimer increased, Oral candidiasis and Weight decreased

4.7.2021 – Feel like Ive been run over by a Mack truck. And this is day 4 after shot

4.8.2021 – Lost 3 lbs in past 4 days.

4.17.2021 – Severe cough. Severe sore throat. Head congestion. Still run intermittent fevers. Still have fatigue. Still have diarrhea 3-4x per day. Went to see my doctor on wed and she suggested Covid test. It was negative.

4.24.2021 – Cough much worse. Severe fatigue. Nausea. Diarrhea. Chest pain. Lost 5 lbs. Headache Been to Dr 2 times. Now on Tesslon Pearls. Prednisone, Zithromax and HYDROcodone-CHLORPH ER and Mucinex D 1200. I am much worse than last Saturday

5.2.2021 – Worsening Cough. Chest pain. Heart rate staying 112-120. Feeling of inability to get deep breath. More fatigue. Elevated D-Dimer of 671. Stat CT for possible PE. No PE seen on CT. Thrush in mouth-more antibiotics. Office visit for blood draw. Free standing Radiology unit adjoining hospital for STAT CT

5.8.2021 – Cough worse. Diarrhea worse. Fatigue worse. Indigestion-Heartburn worse. Thrush not gone. I had appointment with GI doctor on Wednesday. Now on Symbicort Inhaler, Singular and Cholestyramine powder packets. Do you ever contact me personally? To Dr office for exam

Wheezing, Sleep disorder and Gastrointestinal disorder

3.12.2021 – Yesterday after reporting in I got congested for several hours in my nose and face

3.13.2021 – Not sure when started but my breathing wrote me up. When I exhaled it sounded like whistling from my lungs. I paid close attention and it lasted for several more minutes, then fine.

9.30.2021 – After booster, dizzy spells, arm redness and pain at site and in shoulder joints, pain in joints in body

3.16.2022 – 4th vaccine on 3/15/22. Some dizziness, migraine headache, stomach issues

Skin burning sensation, Dry skin and Diabetes mellitus

3.14.2021 – My face is burning and gets red and hot. My upper arms have done the same.

3.15.2021 – Itching on arms and head

3.16.2021 – Itching all over, feels like pins sticking into skin, very hot and burning skin sensation

4.10.2021 – Hot flashes, burning sensation on skin, arms red and dry

5.23.2021 – High blood sugar- diabetes

5.28.2021 – VomitingDiarrheaDiabetes diagnosed- normal A1c in February - diabetic by 5/21

10.15.2021 – Cough, congestion, fatigue, chills

4.16.2022 – Cough, chills, nasal congestion

Reaction to preservatives, Bacterial infection and Pulmonary pain

1.24.2021 – 3 days ago I had fever, joint pain muscle aches. Dr. test should elevated (1114) D-Dimer results. Can this be a result of the vaccine? All in the last 3 days., not today

1.28.2021 – Needed blood work, X-ray, can scanOn Monday started antibiotics for guess of bacterial infection

2.13.2021 – 7 days after the first and now 7days after the second vaccine I am again experiencing a pain in my lungs when I inhale. Last time I went through blood tests Covid-19 test then X-ray and CAT scan of lungs. Eventually they gave me 3 Doses of antibiotics and a burst of prednisone after which I returned to feeling good Now it seems to be returning with the same symptoms after 7 days

2.22.2021 – Chills, aches, Kaiser Dr. now feels I have had a reaction to my vaccinations Both starting 7 days after the vaccine Lasting 8-10 days

Furuncle, Feces discolored and Throat clearing

8.16.2021 – Black bowel movement

8.19.2021 – Blood in my nose and sort throat with head aidsand pain in my left arm and leg

8.26.2021 – I am getting some yellow mucus up out of my throat everyday. Head aids and I have a boil on my bottom with pus coming out.

9.10.2021 – I am getting up yellow mucus in the morning and sometimes afternoon. Headache with high blood pressure.

9.19.2021 – I have been having blood clots and body pain . My lower parts legs &back blood clots from my vagina . Pain from the neck at the back of my head.

10.1.2021 – My lower parts are hurting and. I have sneeze three times today to blow my nose kind of loose

2.27.2022 – Every day I have to clear my throat out with mucus and nose in the morning and night after eating also I have taken so sinus pills once a day it helps out some times two . Late night I wake up with my nose running.

Impaired work ability, Secretion discharge and Sinus disorder

2.18.2021 – On and off arm pain. Sometimes pain is really bad. Goes away and comes back later. I am okay now.

2.23.2021 – Had the above symptoms this morning. Missed work. Took two Tylenol.

8.18.2021 – For about the last 5 weeks, sore throat, headaches, and serious sinus issues. Went to doctor. Received steroid shot, antiobiotocs, Zyrtec. Feeling better but something is still going on (I can tell). Mucus is clear and I can taste food.

Fungal infection, Muscle strain and Urinary tract infection

12.23.2020 – I forgot to mention yesterday that I had more nighttime hot flashes than usual. And I hadn't had night sweats in a while. Those came along with the hot flashes.

1.4.2021 – Genital Yeast infection and/or UTI.

1.18.2021 – Ive had a pain in my upper right chest that I didnt think to mention. Started day after the shot. Moderate pain for 4 days, then mild pain. Made an appointment to see Dr in 2 days.

2.18.2022 – Vertigo/dizziness Went to our walk in clinic get tested for Covid. Nurse checked my BP and said to return for a full visit if I'm feeling worse. Covid test was negative.

10.5.2022 – Lumbar strain

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Parosmia and Asthenia

2.24.2021 – Itching below both knees mostly calves

8.25.2021 – I frequently smell the odor of wood burning and it occurs when I'm inside or outside the house. There are no sources burning when this occurs. If you have any questions contact me at (b)(6)

9.30.2021 – I notice the smell of smoke

10.1.2021 – Continued to smell smoke

10.2.2021 – Smell of smoke has lessened

10.3.2021 – The smell of smoke has subsided today.

12.31.2021 – The smell of smoke has returned

4.1.2022 – Still smell smoke when nothing is present

4.11.2022 – Smell of chemical

4.12.2022 – Strong smell of chemicals

4.13.2022 – Smell of chemicals

4.14.2022 – Still smelling chemicals

5.2.2022 – Still smelling chemicals Fatigue Developing acid reflux

5.9.2022 – Still smelling chemicals Weak and fatigued

5.16.2022 – Still smelling chemicals and feeding fatigue all the time.

5.24.2022 – Still feeling fatigued and smiling chemicals

7.12.2022 – Still smelling chemicals and smoke

9.21.2022 – I smell smoke all the time.

9.22.2022 – Still smelling smoke

9.24.2022 – Still smell smoke

9.25.2022 – Still smelling scent of burning ? wood

10.4.2022 – Still smelling smoke when it is not present

10.18.2022 – Still smelling smoke when it's not present

10.25.2022 – Still smelling smoke when it's not present.

Muscle twitching, Flatulence and Depression

3.30.2021 – Spasms/constant twitching in calf muscle

4.13.2021 – I had swelling and a rash at the vaccination site exactly 7 days after the vaccination. Its gone now but was really bothersome.

4.20.2021 – Diarrhea and constipation and severe gas pain with nausea. Its lasted three days now.

5.18.2021 – Diarrhea and nausea and severe fatigue. Also muscle pain in throat (maybe my lymph nodes?)

7.28.2021 – It feels like my depression has become more severe despite my medication and therapy.

10.26.2021 – Although I'm on continuous birth control I'm having my period almost nonstop. Bloodwork and pelvic ultrasound

Neck pain, Asthenia and Arthralgia

10.6.2021 – slightly less energy, but I was successful in a tennis lesson

10.9.2021 – This pain is in my neck and shoulders. I take gabapentin for nerve pain there that is a result of a broken neck 9 years ago. Both this time and after the second shot i found that it acted like the gabapentin wears off sooner. By now it is normal

10.10.2022 – Bad head and chest cold-lije symptoms. It is likely COVID-19. I tested positive on an antigen test and negative on a pcr test. My wife is clearly sick and had the same test results as I

Premenstrual syndrome, Menstruation delayed and Dysmenorrhea

4.15.2021 – Stronger premenstrual symptoms for 1 1/2 weeks prior, strong cramps for inital start of period and heavy flow in the beginning. It calmed down by mid day on first day

6.10.2021 – Still no period or premenstrual symptoms. Started having issues in April exactly one month after receiving 2nd dose in March. Having testing done to see if there is another health issue causing this.

9.7.2021 – Skipped period for one month after vaccine

Perineal abscess, Perineal pain and Anorectal discomfort

4.4.2021 – The back of my neck feels like I got slammed with a steel anvil. My back feels like I got hit by a car.

4.6.2021 – Frequent constipation since first dose injection. Night sweats ( which I've never had previously) since first dose injection..

4.17.2021 – New: Pain and sensitivity to lightly touching skin on hips and buttocks on both sides (resolving); swelling in both legs (resolving); sudden sharp stabbing pain in my right ankle

5.15.2021 – Increase in discomfort or pain in lower left abdomen (colon).

7.3.2021 – Severe UTI; Sudden onset, severe/intense pain in back of left eye; Severe recurring pain (cramps) in lower abdomen; increased duration and frequency of muscle cramps in both legs (shins, calves), feet (toes arching), & hands (esp. non-dominant); Appt. w/nurse practitioner at office of Primary Care provider

10.5.2021 – Weak and Lightheaded

10.6.2021 – Night sweats

10.10.2021 – Abdominal Pain refers to Severe Lower Colon/Rectal Pain and Pressure

10.17.2021 – Lower abdominal pain and pressure in perineum; perineal abscess ER follow-up appointment with primary care physician

10.24.2021 – Constipation, light vaginal bleeding/ spotting (again) Have to contact primary care physician this week.

Back disorder, Bone pain and Impaired work ability

1.15.2021 – When I received the first dose it was a breeze. Arm a little tender and that was all. When I received the booster shot, 24 hours later it hit me like a train. I didnt want to get out of bed or open my eyes. My joints, muscle and bones hurt. I had zero energy. I had an occasional pain in my hip that took my breath away a couple times. Felt like a sharp stabbing pain and went away as quick as it came. I am Compromised so I figured it was harder on me for that reason.

1.31.2021 – Severe lower back problem and it moves up to middle spine. Missed several days from work and went to ER. They didnt do a MRI they just gave me prednisone, tramadol and muscle relaxer. Im still in pain. Could i have Transverse myelitis?

Laryngitis, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Productive cough

2.24.2021 – Diarrhea, some fatigue and sleep more

3.17.2021 – Neck, shoulder pain, sleeping

4.15.2021 – Monday woke up w/sore throat. No elev temp. Cough,sinus drain,headache Wednesday. Took . Feel better today still have sinus drainage, coughing mucus clear. Taking DayQuil and cough med at nite. Also Chlor-tabs.

9.9.2021 – 2 weeks after 2nd vacc. I came down with sore throat, nasal discharge, sneezing, flu-like aches-pains. I noticed that I often experienced spells of laryngitis. Now am feeling better.

Systemic lupus erythematosus, Paresthesia oral and Parosmia

1.22.2021 – Metallic taste

1.26.2021 – Just bruising at the injection site

2.5.2021 – Sjogrens/lupus flare- fatigue, joint & muscle pain

2.25.2021 – Sore throat, brain fog, lower left back pain

3.3.2021 – Heat at injection site

3.24.2021 – Lupus flare- painful joints, fatigue

8.20.2021 – Metallic taste, tingling feeling in lips & tongue, sore throat

8.21.2021 – Sore throat, heightened sense of smell, metallic taste

8.23.2021 – Strong pain under left armpit

8.24.2021 – Swollen/tender lymph node under left arm

8.25.2021 – Slight tenderness under left armpit

8.27.2021 – Sore, raw throat, cough

9.17.2021 – Rash on my faceDry coughSore throat

Disorientation, Confusional state and Hypersomnia

4.6.2021 – The morning after the vaccine I experienced the same COVID symptoms I had when I had COVID In December 2020. The most concerning being confusion, disorientation, brain fog, exhaustion, anxiety and fatigue. I could do nothing but sleep all day and into the night. The following day symptoms improved considerably but were still present. I have concerns about getting the 2nd dose, and would like to know your recommendation.

4.7.2021 – Covid odor

5.17.2021 – Loss of balance