Their Stories

Sciatica, Somnolence and Injection site pain

2.24.2021 – All symptoms so far are aches & pains from sciatica & bilateral stroke from over a yr ago . So really hard to tell if vaccine causing any symptoms other than soreness around site of injection

2.25.2021 – Am thinking most pains coming from other than reactions to vaccine

2.26.2021 – Effects from stroke Sciatica & arthritis

2.28.2021 – Average aches & pains Always tired & sleepy

3.1.2021 – Usual aches &pains from health problems

3.3.2021 – Hard to tell whats usual or from virus. Issues been ongoing for years.

Ischemic stroke, Palatal swelling and COVID-19

2.14.2021 – Could be coincidence but, the roof of my mouth on the left side extending from the soft palate to canine region was swollen. Odd thing, it began as a small area and extended like you were blowing up a balloon. I have no issues with my teeth, Im a dental hygienist and literally just had a ck-up. It was not painful, but at the same time became extremely light headed. It went away in about the same amount of time that it came up. Extremely ODD Has never happened previously. No issues at this point though.

10.5.2022 – Ischemic Stroke / also had COVID

Change of bowel habit, Gastrointestinal pain and Abdominal distension

2.19.2021 – Upset stomach and constipation with lower abdominal cramping for about a week and a half post vaccination. I initially didnt think to report it. Normally I have regular bowel movements and I am in continuous birth control so not period related

2.24.2021 – Gas, bloating, constipation, brain fog

5.5.2021 – Gastrointestinal pain and change in bowel habits- looser stools

11.17.2021 – Sore throat, nasal congestion, cough- tested negative for COVID

12.1.2021 – Tickle in my throat and cough - not covid because I tested negative but going on 3 weeks now

4.27.2022 – Difficulty concentrating and focusing, anxiety and depression

Rest regimen, Influenza and Vomiting

4.13.2021 – Started taking 40 mg of strattera today. Not vaccine related.

4.14.2021 – Nausea due to new med

4.15.2021 – 3rd day of taking new drug - atomoxetine

3.20.2022 – Headache for 3 days Vomited

6.19.2022 – Tested positive for covid first week of June. It was mild - congestion, body aches, tiredness. Thought I was better, overexerted myself and the fatigue the next few days was awful. Pain 4/10.

12.21.2022 – Flu. Sudden onset of headache & congestion. Needed to rest, in bed, multiple days. Congestion was only bad for 8 hours or so.

Blepharospasm, Rash erythematous and Urticaria

4.11.2021 – Right eyelid twitching

4.13.2021 – Sore throat ,right eyelid twitching

7.9.2021 – Heavy vaginal bleeding I have already went through menopause, nausea and diarrhea daily Gastroenterologist for nausea and diarrhea

10.8.2021 – Heart palpitations fatigue Heart specialist and PCP

10.14.2021 – Welts and redness all over face chest both arms around the elbows both knees and top of thighs

10.16.2021 – Face, ears elbows and knees turned very red and hot as lasted for about 15-20 minutes

10.27.2021 – Daily random red hot rash develops on my face elbows and knees last around 20 minutes

11.1.2021 – Still have random hot red face

10.12.2022 – Had covid

Lung abscess, Immune system disorder and Taste disorder

4.10.2021 – Fatigue, fever, chills, headache, brain fog, loss of appetite, some nausea

4.17.2021 – My taste of certain foods had been altered. Doctor visit and 2 Covid tests

4.24.2021 – Nausea, fever, chills, headache, fatigue, taste of food is altered. This is daily Today is the 29th day since the second vaccine. Debilitating. I regret getting the vaccine.

5.1.2021 – Today is day 35 since the 2nd vaccine. Daily, I experience low grade fever, chills, fatigue, headache, nausea, loss of appetite. Ive see my PCP twice, a rheumatologist, neurologist & 4 specialist next week. All since the 2nd vaccine. Unbelievab

3.27.2022 – Immune system comprised. Developed complicated pneumonia for 3 months resulting in a lung abscess.

Eye inflammation, Blood cholesterol increased and Stomatitis

2.24.2021 – Ive been feeling very cold, despite temperature over 75 degrees.

4.20.2021 – Painful sore on roof of mouth. It started Sunday, April 18.

6.18.2021 – For the past few weeks Ive experienced weakness to the point of fainting. I am seeing my primary care doctor. Bloodwork showed higher than usual cholesterol and glucose levels. Possible inflammation in various organs. Currently, feeling better. Primary care office visit.

9.16.2021 – Eye pains, especially overnight. After waking up at night, I have to get up and put drops in my eyes (both eyes). I believe it is inflammation.

Malignant melanoma, Induration and Influenza like illness

1.26.2021 – Injection site is a bit stiff or dire but not bad. Had some feeling like I was coming down with a sore throat but nothing more.

3.29.2021 – Hay fever like symptoms and weve had a lot of pollen recently.

8.23.2021 – Melanoma at left temple

12.14.2021 – Some light headedness

11.26.2022 – I test + for COVID late September 2023. I had mild fever, mild flu like symptoms for < 24hrs as I was rx'd Paxlovid w/in 12 hrs testing + w/ symptoms. But in mid-October I devlp'd occasional but persistent left arm pit/arm ache - ultrasound planned. My MD

Therapeutic response unexpected, Injection site nodule and Muscle tightness

3.28.2021 – I think this is important to share. In October 2020 I got a flu shot that lead to Shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA). The Covid shot has cleared up all my prior pain! Somehow getting the shot within an inch of the prior injury which caused muscle knot and lack of motion, nearly completely relieved it. I have almost no tightness and have regained range of motion from before the flu shot last fall. I dont even know how this is possible, if it acted liked a myofascial release, but it is a miracle and a relief!

4.5.2021 – The sore spot of the vaccine hurt a bit worse the day after my last check in, but has since subsided and now no swelling

5.3.2021 – Arm sore below the shot location. Stiff, like a lumpy area that hurts and reduces range of motion and capabilities.

Edema, Cognitive disorder and Transient ischemic attack

3.11.2021 – Had a TIA over the weekend. Vision and balance changes. A little cognitive loss in doing math. Pitting edema of both lower extremities. Shortness of breath. More easily fatigued and using oxygen more. My niece is writing this for me. Eye Doctor assessment

5.20.2021 – Residual effects of slight stroke which occurred the first weekend of March 2021, about two weeks after the last Covid injection. Less steady ambulation and cognitive loss. Memory problems. Had a heart cath two weeks ago. Blockage/narrowing of LAD. Cardiac Hospital in Columbus Ohio.

Allergy to arthropod sting, Intervertebral disc protrusion and Sciatica

3.4.2021 – Joint aches back and leg pain Primary care and chiropractic

7.29.2021 – Buldging disk L4&5 Charlie horse right leg ,joint pains, sciatica down right leg Neurologist, orthopedics , physical therapy and chiropractor office visits

11.13.2021 – Allergic reaction to bee sting

4.23.2022 – Very sore injection site, very sore joints and mussels for a few days

10.24.2022 – After last booster very sore injection site, very sore joint pain

11.25.2022 – Allergies or a cold , sinus congestion ect

Bacterial infection, Disorientation and Joint swelling

3.19.2021 – over the last week I have had, in addition to the above, swelling in my joints and swelling in my ankles, pain in my back near my kidneys, more heart arhythmia events than normal (periventricular contractions)

5.14.2021 – Strong malaise and odd mild cough for several days but then felt better. No fever. I did not have COVID test.

10.15.2021 – Bacterial Sinus infection and ear infection Was COVID negative per test at physicians office

11.25.2021 – Some faintness about 10 min after the shot, then mild disorientation. Fatigue within one hour was moderate. One day following shot swelling redness pain and itching golf ball sized welt with small bruise at top

12.26.2021 – Headache, Joint pain and fatigue

Affective disorder, Menopausal symptoms and Pollakiuria

1.29.2021 – I had problems with my vision for about 10 minutes yesterday morning. I almost panicked thinking i was going blind but it started to clear up and today im back to normal.

1.30.2021 – I've been having to get up numerous times to urinate since i received the injection...even after reducing water intake...and urine is an unusual lemon yellow color.

2.3.2021 – Today will be my last day reporting but i did want to share one last symptom....my post menopausal symptoms have tripled in severity...sweats, sleep patterns, moods, etc.....this all began the day after the injection. Hopefully itll go back to normal soon.

Hypoesthesia oral, Skin warm and Swelling

7.18.2021 РEntumecimiento en manos pies y alrededor de la boca y migra̱a.

7.19.2021 – Adormecimiento en la pierna isquierda y un poco alrededor de los labios.

7.20.2021 – Siento mi pie izquierdo dormido de la planta y al acostarme por la noche siento la planta de los pies calientes. mi

7.24.2021 – Siento la pierna del lado donde recibi la vacuna un poco dormida.

7.31.2021 – Sigo sintiendo un pie entumecido y se me inflamo un poco la vacuna el dia 11 pero ya estoy bien, siento dormidas algunas partes del cuerpo.

8.7.2021 – Dolor en la pierna.

8.14.2021 – Comezon en palmas y planta de los pies, adormecimiento en partes del cuerpo y labios.

8.15.2021 – Comezon en manos y pies y entumecimiento en manos y pies.

8.16.2021 – Comezon en planta delnpie y manos y un ligero adormecimiento de manos y pies y mareos leves.

8.18.2021 – Sarpullido en partes del cuerpo y en planta c bjx

8.19.2021 – Adormecimiento en pies manos y cara. Comezon en plnata de pie al acostarme

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8.21.2021 – Siento el pie ozquierdo se me duerme. Y mucha comezon

Pharyngeal swelling, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

4.10.2021 – Swollen lymph glands in right armpit (vaccine received in right arm)

4.11.2021 – Swollen & painful lymph glands in right armpit (vaccine given in right upper arm)

4.12.2021 – Continued swelling and pain in lymph nodes under right armpit (injection given in right upper arm)

4.13.2021 – Slightly swollen and painful lymph glands under right armpit (injection received in right upper arm)

4.15.2021 – Slight ache all along right arm (injection given in right upper arm)

4.23.2021 – Pain in right ankle & foot Visit with PCP, x-ray to rule out fracture

11.20.2021 – Swollen glands under right armpit (the same side I received the injection)

11.21.2021 – Pain & swelling of right armpit (side where the injection was given)

11.22.2021 – Slight ache under right armpit (side where I received the injection)

7.13.2022 – Very swollen glands in right armpit (atm where the vaccine was injected)

7.14.2022 – Swollen glands in armpit of right side (same side as the vaccine was injected)

8.8.2022 – Slight sore throat

8.15.2022 – Sick with COVID for about 3 days: extreme sore throat, cough, fatigue, muscle aches

12.31.2022 – Swollen & painful glands under my left armpit (the arm I had the COVID vaccination in)

Arthropathy, Pneumonia and Somnolence

4.3.2021 – I had serious pain in my knee this morning (knee replacement), so much so I could barely walk on it. After a couple of Aleve, ice, and riding stationary bike for a little bit, I got over the hump.

4.4.2021 – I feel much better today. My knee is not quite symptom free but close. I feel tired and sleepy today but again not severe.

4.5.2021 – The injection site is a bit itchy, but very mild.

4.6.2021 – Good day

7.1.2021 – Sore throat, coughing, sneezing, congestion. I went to Urgent Care and was diagnosed with pneumonia.

Labile blood pressure, Hypertension and Vertigo

2.28.2021 – HeadacheI think it is sinus and allergy

3.20.2021 – Diarrhea

3.27.2021 – Im not sure if its vertigo or what.

4.4.2021 – My blood pressure has been much higher than normal. Went to cardiologist and he upped medicine and ordered several tests.

4.10.2021 – My blood pressure continues to give problems. New tests have been ordered.

5.29.2021 – High blood pressure put me in the hospital. My medications were tripled and quadrupled. Still trying to regulate it. Was fine for 15 years before that. Dont know if it was related or not. Extremely tiredsomewhat better now. May be related to

4.28.2022 – I've had additional problems with my blood pressure. Have changed medications and amounts several times.

10.28.2022 – Had to add additional high blood pressure meds.

Low lung compliance, Head discomfort and Sinus pain

6.23.2021 – Mild chest congestion

6.24.2021 – My symptoms are consistent with an upper respiratory infection, including sinus pressure, runny nose, sore throat, and some mild chest congestion with a productive cough, producing clear mucous.

6.25.2021 – Upper respiratory infection; pain in sinuses and Eustacion tubes; sore throat. Chest congestion and coughing is diminishing, no fever, and I feel slightly better today

6.27.2021 – Nasal sinus pressure; inner ear pressure; occasional scratchy throat

6.28.2021 – Residual nasal congestion; some sinus and inner ear pressure.

6.29.2021 – Upper and lower respiratory congestion with coughing has returned; inner ear pressure.

7.1.2021 – Residual upper respiratory stiffness, slight chest congestion, minimal inner ear pressure

Injection site hypersensitivity, Glycosylated hemoglobin increased and Cystitis

3.6.2021 – No

3.7.2021 – Very slight chill last night for about 30 min

3.8.2021 – Slight sore arm

3.20.2021 – Delayed hypersensitivity reaction at injection site. Showed up 9pm March 15. Looked like a big spider bite. Treated with benedryl cream and one 50 mg oral dose of benedryl

5.10.2021 – Bladder infection

10.4.2021 – High A1C test of 5.4 on July 1. Repeat test in Oct 1 was back down to 5.7 Lab test

11.5.2022 – Recurrence of a mild rash to blue clothing dye. I had a couple of episodes of this about 7 months after second booster.

Skin tightness, Limb discomfort and Injection site warmth

1.25.2021 – Tight underarm feeling same arm as injection. Lymph nodes?

2.1.2021 – Day nine. Injection site redness, itching, warm to the touch.

2.24.2021 – Underarm (armpit) soreness

2.25.2021 – Armpit pain on injection side

2.26.2021 – Armpit lymph node swelling

10.28.2021 – Lymph nodes swollen

10.29.2021 – Lymph nodes underarm swollen painful

10.30.2021 – Swollen painful lymph nodes underarm

10.31.2021 – Lymph nodes are swollen still underarm

11.1.2021 – Lymph nodes getting better

7.19.2022 – Swollen lymph nodes underarm

7.21.2022 – Swollen lymph nodes

Tenderness, Edema peripheral and Myalgia

10.7.2021 – This is day 3 of shot. Day 1, at about 8 hours after shot I had arm soreness, fatigue, mild chills, and muscular aches, minimal headache. Day 2 these symptoms continued plus swelling and mild tenderness in axilla of shot site. This continues today

10.8.2021 – Swelling in axilla (injection side) is diminishing.

10.9.2021 – Ancillary swelling almost resolved

10.26.2021 – Sore throat, congestion, mild headache - It is almost certain a viral cold caught from my grandson. 2 other family members have similar symptoms. One family member was tested for covid and was negative.

Telemedicine, Aphonia and Dysphonia

12.30.2020 – Hoarseness - sore throat

12.31.2020 – Congestion in my sinuses. Coughing with phlegm. Hoarseness and loss of voice. Ringing in ears.

1.1.2021 – Sore throat, raspiness

1.2.2021 – Sore throat

1.4.2021 – Sore throat. Cough Phone consultation with my doctor

1.26.2021 – Light headed

1.31.2021 – Weakness

2.14.2021 – Extreme weakness. Shortness of breath.

2.28.2021 – I was sick with the virus a few days after my first shot on Dec. 28, exposed by my husband who was sick and tested positive around the same time. I was never diagnosed formally but I took antibiotics, sodium naproxen for fever. I m still fatigued

Fear of falling, Musculoskeletal disorder and Hallucination

10.6.2021 – Not today but I would like to report other symptoms the day after my second dose. In addition to the above, I had severe chills and spent 2 days in bed. I was dizzy seeing sun spots. On the 3rd day I had pretty serious hallucinations.

10.17.2021 – Pain on top of my head and dizziness. Some confusion and weakness causing me to stumble.

11.10.2021 – Headaches and dizziness more frequent, lost my balance last Thursday and fell down forwards but somehow twisted my knee and ended up on my back. Had another hallucination but not as bad as the last one. Lots of pain in my neck and shoulders.

3.27.2022 – Total body pain. It feels like someone beat my bones with a hammer. I can barely get out of bed, can't get dressed or use my arms and hands for hours. My shoulders hurt so bad. I can barely sleep. My legs hurt so bad, I can't bend for fear of falling

9.26.2022 – My doctor diagnosed me with auto immune disease. Told me the vaccines could have caused it. My body hurts everywhere and I'm weak in the legs. I get dizzy spells and my short term memory isn't good. My hands hurt so bad, I have a hard time with stuff Doctor visits

Blood ketone body increased, Blood ketone body and Blood glucose

2.2.2021 – Observed over last couple of weeks (and now think, based on anecdotal evidence posted by other T1D people online, that it may be related to the vaccination) that my blood glucose level is harder to keep in range. Runs high, need more insulin.

2.10.2021 – Elevated blood sugars (type 1 diabetic)

2.11.2021 – Blood glucose and ketones still elevated, even after changing insulin pump and infusion site

2.12.2021 – Ketones still elevated although blood glucose back in normal ranges

2.16.2021 – My carb ratios and basal insulin levels are still elevated significantly from before second shot

Gastric pH decreased, Choking and Throat clearing

12.29.2020 – The pain at the site was bad, the joint pain after was fairly mild—but the fatigue was unreal. I had to take time from work and sleep 3 days almost straight

12.30.2020 – I had the Pfizer shot last Wednesday 12/23/20, I got a DAILY health check on Thursday 12/24/20, then not another one till Monday, (FOUR days later) one Tuesday and one today—a whole week after the vaccination. All the symptoms are gone now. I should've gotten a health check every day, not 4 days after the fact— all symptoms are gone now. I understand this system is all new to you but I wanted someone to be aware I didn't get 4 health checks when they were most needed.

1.19.2021 – A lot of post nasal drip all week since the injection

1.20.2021 – Post nasal drip most every day after injection

1.27.2021 – Ive had bad Post nasal drip since the 2nd vaccination. Mucus drips down the the back of my throat non-stop, so thick it makes me swallow a 1ot and sometimes choke and cough. I have to clear my throat all the time.

2.17.2021 – Still having thick post nasal drip and frequent but mild headaches

2.24.2021 – Bad post nasal drip that I didnt have before. More frequent headaches which sometimes turn into migraines. The headaches are like background elevator music, low grade but always there.

7.15.2021 – I dont know if its related but having stomach problems, excess acid, heart burn but only or mostly when my stomach starts to empty out My family doctor in his office

1.15.2022 – I've been in close contact with a person who's tested positive for Covid. I'm negative (so far) but am having symptoms

Gallbladder disorder, Pain in extremity and Oropharyngeal pain

2.19.2021 – Ive had rt. arm pain and ROM issues since before shot which I believe to be related to RSI as a case interviewer or possibly long Covid from Aug. Rt Arm worse lately - I stopped NSAIDS to improve vaccine response. Shots were in left arm.

2.25.2021 – My right arm is worse (not the side where I got shots, probably not related to the shot)

8.5.2021 – I had a sore throat about 2-3 weeks ago and got a PCR done at the time which was negative. Also had a gal bladder attack in June.

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Tachycardia and Flushing

1.17.2021 – I get headaches regularly, feels consistent with my baseline

10.1.2021 – Significant axillary lymphadenopathy in arm of injection; very swollen and painful

10.2.2021 – Still having significant axillary lymphadenopathy in injected arm

10.7.2021 – I get migraines at baseline, do not have any reason to suspect relation to booster dose

10.14.2021 – Starting to have random rashes on face/chest/neck. Does not feel related to vaccine but who can say

12.30.2021 – I get episodes of flushing, tachycardia, dyspnea. Suspicious for POTS, dont feel related to vaccine.

Abnormal feces, Panic attack and Paresthesia oral

2.24.2021 – Panic attack (racing heart, bad taste in mouth, tingling tongue, flushing of face)

2.25.2021 – Sweating

3.24.2021 – Sore throat

3.25.2021 – Sore throat, sweating, swollen glands

3.28.2021 – Sore throat. Feces smells like hair perm since first shot.

3.29.2021 – Sore throat, swollen glands

3.30.2021 – Swollen glands sore throat

3.31.2021 – Swollen glands and sore throat

4.7.2021 – Swollen glands and sore throat worsened and was placed on antibiotics.

4.21.2021 – Slight tightness near heart area, shortness of breath Appointment is scheduled with primary for referral to cardiologist

5.6.2021 – Fever, chills, shortness of breath, cough, body aches and pain, nausea, burning chest. Pending covid test results.

Hypopnea, Lip swelling and Hypoesthesia oral

3.19.2021 – Numbness and swelling of lips The pharmacist who vaccinated me gave me Benadryl and observed me on and off for an hour since I had some numbness and swelling of my lips

3.20.2021 – High resting pulse (100) and labored breathing

3.21.2021 – No fever today, but fever late last night up to 101.6

3.22.2021 – Rash below injection site

11.19.2021 – Allergic reaction with swelling and numbness of lips, Some shallow breathing Given Benadryl at vaccination site and observed for 45 minutes until symptoms lessened

11.20.2021 – Shallow breathing, elevated heart rate (95-103 resting)

11.21.2021 – Shallow breathing, elevated heartbeat

11.22.2021 – Shallow breathing, coughing

11.23.2021 – Some shallow breathing

11.25.2021 – Chest soreness, coughing

11.26.2021 – Chest soreness

5.28.2022 – Swollen glands

5.31.2022 – Shortness of breath

6.2.2022 – Some occasional neck gland swelling for the past three

11.25.2022 – Ear infection in September

Lip disorder, Skin swelling and Cheilitis

4.7.2021 – Weird lip swelling and puffiness. Felt like I had my lips injected with something. Nothing brought relief. So much swelling, the pressure caused my lips to swell. Started 2 days after 2nd dose, back to normal late on the 4th day after 2nd dose.

4.20.2021 – Weird rash on my arms

4.27.2021 – Just same weird issue with my lips getting puffy and rash on my arms. But no worse then last week.

5.4.2021 – Arms are still rashy and my lips keep swelling on and off. They feel puffy and have not been the same since the 2nd dose.

10.2.2021 – Same thing with my lips. It seems like ever since getting this vaccine, my lips feel like they are going to explode. I have NEVER experienced anything like this in my life.