Their Stories

Genital herpes, Lichen sclerosus and Vulvovaginal mycotic infection

4.7.2021 – Lack of appetite

4.8.2021 – I have a very regular menstrual cycle, I was due to get my period the day I got my first injection (April 6th) and my period still hasn't arrived. I have all my typical PMS symptoms but no bleeding. I am not pregnant and I confirmed with two negative pregnancy tests.

4.16.2021 – My period finally came today after being extremely late since I got the first vaccine. I also noticed that my IBS symptoms have been worse since getting the vaccine.

5.5.2021 – Full body muscle spasms

5.6.2021 – Severe genital herpes outbreak

5.8.2021 – Severe genital herpes outbreak, swollen pelvic lymph nodes, vaginal yeast infection.

5.9.2021 – Severe genital herpes outbreak, severe vaginal yeast infection, started menstruation early with heavier than normal blood flow

5.10.2021 – Severe vaginal yeast infection. Irregular menstrual cycle

5.13.2021 – Pelvic lymph node inflammation, vulvar inflammation GYN

8.3.2021 – Vulvar Lichen Sclerosis Visit to my gynecologist for multiple vulvar biopsies

Edema peripheral, Lymphadenopathy and Respiratory tract congestion

1.22.2021 – Swelling in the Lymph node under the arm where I got the shot

1.23.2021 – Swelling in lymph node in the under arm where I got the shot

1.24.2021 – Still some swelling in lymph node in the underarm

2.20.2021 – Swollen lymph node under the arm I got the shot in

6.8.2022 – Covid positive. Symptoms included head congestion and cough; low fever; runny nose; mild aches.

10.16.2022 – Lymph node under the arm in which I got the shot is very swollen

10.18.2022 – Swelling under the arm where I received the booster

Menopausal symptoms, Aphthous ulcer and Blepharospasm

2.6.2021 – Insomnia

2.17.2021 – Post nasal drip, scratchy throat, cough. Husband with same symptoms tested negative for covid

5.5.2021 – Post nasal drip, headache, nausea

9.29.2021 – Aphthous stomatitis

9.30.2021 – Aphthous stomatitis, bruise at injection site

10.22.2021 – Increasing post menopausal symptoms ( hot flashes, depression, brain fog) despite maximal estrogen dosing. Had been adequately controlled with 25% lower dose of estrogen prior to booster.

3.25.2022 – Cough, congestion

4.18.2022 – Eye twitching

5.13.2022 – Laryngitis, severe sinus congestion

5.20.2022 – Sciatic pain

5.27.2022 – Severe sciatic nerve pain

7.17.2022 – Severe sciatic pain left lower extremity

Hypoglycemia, Supraventricular tachycardia and Blood glucose decreased

4.28.2021 – Painful armpit

5.5.2021 – I had heart palpitations and tachycardia with the highest heart beats per minute of 202. I went to the ER for this and test results were negative for heart attack and blockages. This occurred on Thursday, April 29 at 10:30 AM.

5.23.2021 – Yesterday After I made my report, I experienced abdominal pain and bloating that lasted eight hours and resolved upon waking this morning

5.25.2021 – Tachycardia with heart rate above 120 three times today. Highest heart rate was 133 on a flat walk.

8.25.2021 – Supra-ventricular tachycardia

11.20.2021 – Lack of mental clarity

11.21.2021 – Heart flutters

11.22.2021 – Lymph node swelling under arm

11.23.2021 – Lymph node swelling

12.11.2021 – More severe incidents of low blood sugar. I am Not diabetic.

12.18.2021 – Nasal congestion Runny nose

4.16.2022 – No but I had chills & joint pains & tiredness for 2 days after the shot.

5.3.2022 – Hypoglycemia

5.14.2022 – Tired all the time

5.20.2022 – Supra ventricular tachycardia- heart rate between 175 & 192 bpm

Skin abrasion, Photosensitivity reaction and Impaired healing

1.29.2021 – Concentration

1.31.2021 – Lymph node pain and swelling along injection arm

10.3.2021 – Lymphatic swelling along the arm of the injection site and along my flank on that side. It has persisted and increased similarly to how it did after my second vaccination in Jan 2021.

10.5.2021 – Lymph node and associated swelling continues along upper arm, axillary area and flank. It has extended a little more but seems to have stabilized at this point.

12.15.2022 – Diagnosed with drug-induced photoallergic skin disorder. Also diagnosed with non-healing skin wound, secondary to small abrasion. Outpatient wound care clinic

Thyroid cancer, Gastritis and Gastrointestinal pain

1.22.2021 – brain fog

1.24.2021 – a brief shivering or trembling but not from feeling cold

1.28.2021 – Less fatigued than yesterday.

2.25.2021 – Persistent daily, increased aches and fatigue.

3.4.2021 – Worsening insomnia. Which I already had, but it's worse. I also already had aches and lack of energy, but they've also gotten worse.

10.17.2021 – Itching started yesterday. I forgot to report.

10.29.2021 – Sudden pain in left shoulder joint. Sudden pain in right hip joint. Both inexplicable, both went away in hours.

10.3.2022 – I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and Gastritis so I'm never going to report feeling good. And except for vomiting, diarrhea and rash I have the other symptoms regularly. I've only reported what is worse than my norm.

10.4.2022 – Muscle aches & fatigue, perhaps from my conditions of fibromyalgia & chronic fatigue syndrome.

10.18.2022 – Digestive issues with both stomach and intestines, including nausea, loss of appetite and intestinal cramps. I made an appt with my Dr who could see me Nov 8 at the earliest.

11.8.2022 – Gastritis, intestinal pain and soreness, nausea, lack of appetite.

12.27.2022 – Gastritis and more fatigue. Gastroenterologist

Breast discharge, Discharge and Injection site pruritus

3.12.2021 – Itchy at injection site a week after injection . It is fine now though

3.21.2021 – I had a fever last night, but no fever today

6.18.2021 – I had drainage in my left breast for at least 2 weeks or so. The drainage was clear and then discharge turned to a dark brown. Doctor did an MRI with contrast done on my left breast and all looks normal. Could this drainage been a result of vaccine? Doctor recommended I get MRI with contrast

11.11.2021 – No

11.14.2021 – None

Ear pruritus, Nasal pruritus and Neck mass

4.22.2021 – Sneezing, itchy eyes, ears, nose, and throat. Runny nose. Feels like typical for me allergies.

6.10.2021 – Lots of sneezing, stuffy and runny nose. Itchy eyes, ears, roof of mouth.

12.22.2021 – Lump at base of neck, just behind the collar bone. Same side as the injection. Tender to the touch.

12.23.2021 – Lump still present at base of neck, behind collar bone.

12.24.2021 – Lump still there. Less tender.

12.25.2021 – Lump still present. Less tender.

12.26.2021 – Lump still there. No longer tender.

12.27.2021 – Lump less noticeable.

Weight decreased, Angina pectoris and Diarrhea

1.31.2021 – Very little heartache

2.20.2021 – In fact I notice light diarrhea since 1st shot, did not report thinking it was not related. Still could be not related.

2.21.2021 – Light diarrhea but since about 1st vaccine shot, thought was not related, may be it could be.

2.22.2021 – Diarrhea mild same as yesterday & days before since 1st shot

3.12.2021 – I have been having unexplained diarrheas for sevaral weeks Doctor visit will. Blood tests and stool tests were prescribed

3.19.2021 – Diarrhea had started very mild after 1st vaccine. Became mild & moderate after 2nd vaccine. Now moderate to severe. Lost 12 Lbs, basically loosing 2Lbs a week. Doctor office with a generalist, now scheduled for next Monday 03/22/21 with a gastro.

3.26.2021 – Still diarrheas a bit worse. Colonoscopy

8.20.2021 – Aug 2nd & Aug 3rd runny nose, bit sore throat like, fever (100-101) at night.From Aug 3rd to present no more symptoms. Aug 3rd tested positive PCT test. Today tested negative antigen test.

Asthenia, Diarrhea and Oropharyngeal pain

3.16.2021 – Was worse in morning, most symptoms lessening later in day

4.12.2021 – Diarrhea every day, since before my 2nd vaccine dose. It has gotten worse over that time, but is probably mostly attributable to a dude effect from my earlier immunotherapy infusions, which were stopped in August 2020 In office consult and decision to do colonoscopy

5.9.2022 – Sore throat, unusual location, starting evening of booster injection

5.10.2022 – Sore throat earlier reported is almost gone

5.12.2022 – No

11.3.2022 – My wife started to feel bad, coughing and feeling weak. Being a teacher, she had to take a home test for Covid, and she tested positive. Two or three days later, I started to experience same symptoms, I performed the same test, and also was positive.

Abnormal feces, Urticaria and Abdominal discomfort

1.13.2021 – Head has felt foggy. Went away with food. Would say it's moderate

1.14.2021 – Runny nose, some more brain fog but it went away quicker and again with food

2.10.2021 – Dizziness

2.11.2021 – After I filled out the vsafe yesterday I broke out in hives but that went away with Zyrtec and I normally break out in hives when I get a cold so I wasnt concerned.

2.23.2021 – Had some really bad fatigue. Im feeling better now.

6.5.2022 – Stool looking weird. Stomach upset.

12.3.2022 – Body aches, congestion, cough

Exercise tolerance decreased, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Hypertension

1.31.2021 – 7th day of headaches Phone Call Friday high blood pressure

2.1.2021 – Repaired latest glasses. Had been wearing 3 year old glasses. Made appointment for tele visit with primary Dr.

2.21.2021 – This is my 28th day of headaches

3.22.2021 – 57th day of headaches. Now taking Tramadol Continue to miss daily exercise Brain scan (CT)

3.29.2021 – 64th straight day of headaches. Had a CT scan and another scan with dye from a retina optamalogist. The headaches started on 01/25/2021, three hours after my first COVID vaccine

8.16.2021 – Headaches

Keratomileusis, Eye disorder and Nasopharyngitis

1.28.2021 – Cold symptoms, slight runny nose and cough.

8.12.2021 – Not COVID related. A cold that went through our grandsons family and then us. Both my spouse and my daughter tested to make sure it was not Covid. It wasnt. Then, independently, I had an eye issue that required laser surgery. Recovery going fin Office visit and treatment

4.28.2022 – Sore throat, I believe from a cold that started with my grandson several weeks ago and ran through that household and also contracted by my wife and another person staying with us. Both of these women take care of the grandchildren

4.30.2022 – Cold. Tested three days, quick tests. No COVID, and it feels like cold is going away

Exercise tolerance decreased, Muscle twitching and Balance disorder

6.23.2021 – Left side of chest feels compressed/tight when I inhale. Legs wobbly when I stand/walk. Legs twitch in some areas sometimes.

6.24.2021 – Feverish- heat overwhelming head and abdomen region, inhaling continues to feel compressed

6.25.2021 – Entire body and head feels hot but no fever, lightheaded, resting heart rate still higher than usual

6.26.2021 – Resting heart rate higher than my own normal, random twitching in different areas of the legs and arms, inhaling the chest feels tight/compressed

7.3.2021 – Chest tightness/discomfort went away but came back yesterday. Last weeks EKG didnt show any problem but I dont feel right. My resting heart rate and rhythm are still not the same as it was before I had the vaccine.

7.10.2021 – Noticeably more rapid and stronger heart beat at night every night.

7.17.2021 – Cant run or jump rope as before - my heart beats like crazy I have to stop.

12.18.2021 – Weakness and headaches

Bronchitis, Palpitations and Chest discomfort

4.14.2021 – I have not reported this on any other survey but I have felt a sensation in my left chest area (heart area) very early on in this process. during the first week after I had my first shot. It does not hurt. It is not bad. Just a noticeable sensation.

4.21.2021 – My heart or chest feels like it is experiencing an adrenaline rush much of the time.

4.28.2021 – My chest, heart, and body feel as if they are in a rush of adrenaline not constantly but often.

5.20.2021 – Slight pain or sensation in my chest/heart area.

6.3.2021 – Sharp Chest pains daily. Unlike the adrenaline type sensations from before.

6.10.2021 – Sharp Chest pains. But not as many as last week.

6.17.2021 – Chest and arm pain

5.6.2022 – Bronchitis

Breast inflammation, Dyskinesia and Dermatitis

5.8.2021 – involuntary movements of finger and hand were I received the shot

5.19.2021 – Lots of headaches every day, swollen lymph nodes under arm an left breast. Side were I received vaccine.

5.27.2021 – Involuntary hand movements + tingling Visit my rheumatology office

5.31.2021 – Swollen and painful ankles

6.2.2021 – Inflammation of the Breasts, ankles and scalp

6.23.2021 – Losing hair lots of body inflammation

7.9.2021 – Losing hair, joint pain specially on ankles, some grades of fever at night

11.25.2021 – My period is now twice a month 6 days each one, instead of once a month 4 days long. Last of scalp pain.

6.13.2022 – Headache and fatigue

Coagulopathy, Thrombosis and Dysmenorrhea

5.5.2021 – Joint aches (new) and tiredness

5.16.2021 – My menstrual cycle was really bad for two months in between/after my vaccines. The last cycle was very painful with severe uterine cramps, clotting, nausea, hot flashes, etc. Ive never had these extreme symptoms with my cycle.

5.25.2021 – Changes to my menstruation cycles including severe cramps, clotting, nausea, dizziness, hot flashes, timing (started and stopped). And also a rash. I have never had any of these symptoms before.

10.10.2021 – Pain in/near breast

Glucose tolerance impaired, Bone pain and Eye irritation

5.17.2021 – Yesterday evening, my seasonal allergies were worse and so I took an antihistamine for the first time this allergy season. My eyes were especially bothered so I purchased and used drops today. Ringing in my ears was worse yesterday evening, too. I feel better today and will probably take Claritin again in the evening.

5.18.2021 – Seem to have more ringing in ears than usual but could be related to allergies.

5.22.2021 – Clogged left ear. Allergies, probably.

6.17.2022 – Sore forefinger by joint. Don't know why. Brief pain in right shin.

9.19.2022 – Pre-diabetic. Weakness. Physical therapy

11.11.2022 – Tinnitus

12.22.2022 – Runny nose, feeling cold and sick.

Peripheral swelling, Musculoskeletal stiffness and Myalgia

1.2.2021 – Stiff neck

1.3.2021 – Some painful swelling on the soles of my feet making walking uncomfortable.

2.2.2021 – Got the second shot on Jan 28. 12 hours later, muscle and joint aching set in. That was intense for 24 hours and slowly abated after that.

2.18.2021 – Strange shortness of breath. Feels like I need to yawn, but when I try, it just doesnt give that feeling of relief from the sensation. Have checked and there is no change in blood oxygen and no noticeable change in heart rate. But its uncomfort

Facial asymmetry, Facial paralysis and Night sweats

1.28.2021 – I developed paresthesias on the left side of my body which also migrated to right side with some facial asymmetry which led me to seek care in ED for possible stroke vs multiple sclerosis vs mass. I had normal brain and c spine MRI imaging.

2.4.2021 – Paresthesias of arms

2.11.2021 – Paresthesias of my hands and arms

2.18.2021 – Paresthesias of hands and feet Following with PCP and Neurology for this

4.8.2021 – Paresthesias of extremities, paresthesias of left side of face, left sided facial droop, night sweats

7.8.2021 – Continued paresthesias of left side of body, left sided tinnitus

Injection site hemorrhage, Vertigo positional and Aphasia

3.31.2021 – My fibromyalgia Brain Fog has been much worse since last night. Fumbling words, trouble with using wrong words. Nothing new. Its just worse than usual.

5.18.2021 – Headache/migraine and nausea beyond my usual.

6.8.2021 – A bad cough developed 5 days ago and now seems to be turning into a cold. Two days into it had a temp of 100.7. May have been due to high heat and no AC.

5.6.2022 – Warmth at, and around, injection site

6.2.2022 – Extreme dizziness, apparently "Benign Positional Vertigo."

8.4.2022 – Bleeding from site of last (second booster) injection twice in the second week after the injection. Additionally, the area around the injection site continues to be rather sore.

11.3.2022 – Benign Positional Vertigo

Ear infection, Ear pain and Migraine

3.14.2021 – Vaguely feverish but managed with 650mg acetaminophen (yesterdays fever broke through the 2 doses I took)

4.9.2021 – I have terrible ear pain beginning on The left and now bilaterally. I suspect an ear infection unrelated to the vaccine. Ive also had terrible headaches/migraines that are notably positional (Much worse when moving sit<>stand).

4.23.2021 – Ive had daily/ every other day headaches which Ive not had in several years. I dont know why they would have suddenly stopped being well controlled with my medications but theyre back like a beast. Also calf pain but idk if its related

Generalized edema, Telemedicine and Limb discomfort

1.24.2021 – My SYMPTOMS are similar to catching a cold yet able to proceed normal like!

1.26.2021 – Moderate rash... face, neck, chest Previous plan(b)(6) turned to tele appt. Taking Benadryl

1.27.2021 – Took Benadryl & Zyrtec as usual; swelling all over unusually. Goin to (b)(6) Going to(b)(6), WA

1.28.2021 – Sever rash, arm, face, neck

2.6.2021 – Red rash on face torso & arms! Gave me meds 6pack

2.12.2021 – I have sick stomach, rash, swelling, headache, lethargic, sores on limbs & body! Medical prescription multiple appointments.

2.21.2021 – Huge rash all over, issued Dr. Perscribed topical medicine and prescribed a strict topical treatment regime. Attended multiple Dr. Appt.. My doctors said DO NOT TAKE 2nd Shot. I can only have a non-mRNA vaccine per my Dr. Several Dr.appt series.

Hypersomnia, Arthralgia and Fatigue

1.13.2021 – At 73 it's hard to point at any reason, I'm glad the sun is shining today.

1.19.2021 – Last evening I went to bed at 8:00, I was so tired I couldnt keep my eyes open and I was exhausted. It is not like me. I slept all night and didnt wake up till 8:30 am, I could have slept longer but I had other things to do.I have been sleeping way too much, its not normal for me. My normal day is getting up at 6:45am not 8 & 10 am. I hope this will pass.

2.4.2021 – Hip hop & knee pain

2.10.2021 – Mental, I dont care attitude.

Menopause, Energy increased and Acne

4.14.2021 – Dizziness

4.15.2021 – Very happy mood both days

4.16.2021 – Giddiness these past three days, very odd surge in spirits

4.17.2021 – Giddiness like a huge quick sense of humor; maybe RNA is rejuvenating!

4.18.2021 – Heightened humorous energy

4.21.2021 – Feeling energized

4.28.2021 – Stiffness in shoulders and joints

5.5.2021 – Dizziness; giddiness

5.6.2021 – Stiffness in muscles

5.8.2021 – Various little shooting pains in muscles and body, but minor

11.14.2021 – Slightly dizzy, off-balance

11.15.2021 – Some brief shooting pains in muscles and body, brain fog

11.16.2021 – Both underarms had dull pain yesterday and today. Is that lymph nodes?

11.19.2021 – During this week my underarms were swollen and painful, but it lessened from Monday to Friday.

2.13.2022 – Just a bit of stiff joint pain in my hands, and heavy fatigue.

5.15.2022 – I had Covid19 from April 27 to today May 15. I'm better now.

10.25.2022 – Dizzy, lightheaded

10.27.2022 – Stiff muscles and joints

11.15.2022 – My menstrual cycle returned after two months of skipping it! with fatigue + anxiety. I'm in peri-menopause. My Covid vaccinations and boosters have made my periods very much heavier and return after skipping! Add it to your data for females. I'm 52.

11.29.2022 – Some hormonal acne, for the past month.

Muscle tightness, Muscular weakness and Injection site bruising

4.23.2021 – Soreness, some pain, and weakness, at times minor numbness, in my left lower leg, traveling up to my upper leg - not due to exertion or overuse. This has been present the past week and a half, peaked about 5 days ago, and is less the past two days.

4.30.2021 – I'm still feeling pain and soreness in my left calf and shin, migrating upward into the quads at times.

5.1.2021 – Soreness and tightness in left calf.

5.2.2021 – Lower back ache, abnormal.

5.3.2021 – Brain fog. Also present but unreported Yesterday and Saturday.

5.6.2021 – Injection site is yellowed/bruised (week old bruising) and warm

5.14.2021 – Site of injection became itchy for 3 days. Resolved now.

Muscle tightness, Urticaria and Dysgeusia

3.9.2021 – Nothing significantI did have a little while with a metallic taste in my mouth but I dont know if that related to having had less water than usual this morning (drove an hour each way and didnt want to have to find public restroom).

3.10.2021 – Quasi feverish, a bit of the sweats.

4.6.2021 – A small, pea-sized...hive? In lower forearm of same arm as vaccine administration. Not sure if it related...I am palpating it like a muscle tightness.

Diplopia, Tenderness and Asthenia

3.17.2021 – Where i got the shot is still tender to the touch

4.8.2021 – Incredibly dizzy. All of these were yesterday but i didn't get a text. Today only a bit dizzy a bit nauseous but i taking pepto. Yesterday was severe

4.10.2021 – Dizzy and double vision. Weakness

4.11.2021 – Dizzy

5.17.2021 – Periodically getting dizzy and a bit nauseous. Not nearly as bad as a couple of days following my vaccine but it has happened a few times most recently yesterday. It has only happened a few times over the past several weeks

Appendicectomy, Appendicitis and Paresthesia oral

2.23.2021 – Headache

3.2.2021 – Slight congestion

3.4.2021 – Tingly tongue

3.16.2021 – Headache, achy legs, fatigue

6.1.2021 – Appendicitis + emergency appendectomy on 6/22/2021

10.31.2021 – Hurts to raise left arm above head; lymph nodes in left armpit swollen

11.26.2021 – Cough

1.28.2022 – Congestion, headache, fatigue, achiness

9.29.2022 – Swollen lymph nodes in armpit

10.2.2022 – Sniffles, runny nose, sneezing

10.3.2022 – Sore throat, sniffles

10.4.2022 – Sore throat

10.18.2022 – Still congested, mild sore throat, headache

11.9.2022 – Headaches in the back left side of my head

Musculoskeletal stiffness, Neck pain and Chills

4.18.2021 – One pain. On the left side of my neck, but could be from the way I slept and the pillow

4.19.2021 – Same pain in neck...but still believe its the pillow and using BenGay which helps

5.4.2021 – Neck pain on one side only. Just doesnt go away

5.11.2021 – Still have that pain on left side of neck

5.18.2021 – Neck pain has not let up.

5.26.2021 – Neck pain is not going away. Some nights its worse than others

7.13.2021 – Still have a stiff neck on the left side. Doesnt seem to go away

4.13.2022 – Extremely tired and shivering, but I think I just overdid it and drove too much in a matter of 3 days. I had a client event and a wedding and drove 8 hours (4 hours on Thursday2 hours each way and then again on Saturday). With drinking it caught