What v-safe registrants wrote to the CDC after their Pfizer or Moderna shots, in their own words. Each card is one person,
with all of their free text. This page shows only the longer stories: the 116,000 people who wrote at least 400 characters in all.
The text is as the CDC released it, except that email addresses and phone numbers are hidden.
You get a random set of these people on every visit.
Numb chin syndrome, Bradycardia and Mental disorder
12.21.2020 – 18 minutes post vaccination, I had bradycardia heart rate 35, loss of consciousness with extreme scalp tingling, diaphoresis, globus sensation without airway problems, fatigue and weakness - had to be monitored additional time in ER as less severe symptoms but recurrence of events 30 minutes into iv fluids post initial event
12.23.2020 – Cough, sinus congestion, weak spell, palpitations
12.24.2020 – Rash over abdomen
12.26.2020 – Cough, congestion
12.27.2020 – Ipsilateral axillary burning and numbness down both arms while running last night for exercise, resolved after a cool down, lasted about 10 minutes and burning was uncomfortable. No burning to arm or injection site, no swelling or adenopathy. Rash again over abdomen after exercise, self resolvex
12.28.2020 – Overnight woke up from sleep coughing (suspect reflux) but then developed tingling in ipsilateral arm at prior injection site radiating into left breast. This event then led to bilateral arm/hand numbness which self resolved after ten minutes. No swelling or pain to injection site, mainly these neuropathic symptoms with same distribution but less intensity compared to day prior (when numbness occurred during exercise)
1.4.2021 – Ipsilateral axillary fullness without adenopathy which is mildly uncomfortable. Bilateral arm numbness intermittently which is mild. TMJ type pain bilateral jaw but worse on ipsilateral side.
1.11.2021 – Numbness in the perioral Especially mental,and nasal distribution
1.14.2021 – Mental/perioral numbness similar to feeling during observation period post vaccine dose 2
1.15.2021 – Slight congestion, tingling around mouth/nose but less than yesterday
1.24.2021 – Mental/nasolabial numbness
1.29.2021 – Continued chin and lip numbness
2.5.2021 – Continued chin/upper lip numbness
2.12.2021 – Continued numbness along chin, worst neuropathic pain to left eye/ear out of proportion to usual nerve pain when I get a break out of fever blisters on my mouth, fever blisters were on both lips and sides instead of just one area on top lip.
Pericardial effusion, Body temperature increased and Paresthesia
4.2.2021 – Mild temperature increase 1 degree above normal. Pulse ox 98. Mild Fatigue and skin tingling Symptoms like the start of a cold enough to get a COVID-19 quick test today, which was negative.
3.20.2022 – I had an Echocardiogram in July which noticed trace pericardial effusion. I had it done because I reported intermittent chest pain &mild SOB in April/May. I needed to be cleared for GYN surgery in Aug, which I was.I had no previous cardiac history. Cardiologist evaluation
Hepatic steatosis, Abdominal pain and Nausea
3.2.2021 – The same day of the first vaccine I had arm soreness, minor nausea, and a headache. The next day just some arm soreness. After the 2nd dose, I had arm soreness and fatigue but no other side effects
3.5.2021 – I have felt a little dizzy the last couple of days. Possibly havent had enough water or too much coffee? Unclear.
8.13.2021 – Frequent nausea, sharp intermittent abdominal pain, diagnosed with fatty liver on ultrasound (which is strange because I have no risk factors)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Orthostatic hypotension and Hypoglycemia
1.17.2021 – Vasovagal response
1.22.2021 – I figured out after my report on 1/18 that I did have inflammation near the injection site (armpit pimples)
11.4.2021 – Back acne
11.5.2021 – Acne
11.10.2021 – I had a hypoglycemia episode, which is unusual for me
2.4.2022 – Diagnosed for depression
5.6.2022 – OCD diagnosis
9.13.2022 – Positional low blood pressure
9.14.2022 – Increased tinitus . Possible increase in pain august surgery site
10.10.2022 – Fatigue starting today, and that feeling that I'm fighting off an illness. No fever.
10.17.2022 – Common cold symptoms (sore throat, cough, congestion)
Asthma exercise induced and Pain in extremity
1.30.2022 – I had covid before I was even vaccinated and the vaccine makes me sick every time. I only get it because I am forced thanks to the CDC blanket guidance.
2.2.2022 – arm mild pain
2.5.2022 – exercise induced asthma
2.22.2022 – I am a runner and have been getting excersise induced asthma ever since my booster. I have no time to go to my doctor. i am busy. you people forced me to get boosted. i am only 32 and i ALREADY had covid a y ear ago.
Arthralgia and Headache
1.8.2021 – After having Covid in November, joint aches in my hands have persisted. Got worse after injection but now back to baseline.
1.26.2021 – I. Ever had persistent joint aches before had Covid. Had joint pain duringCovid. Since recovering have had persistent joint aches in hand s that is aggravated by in creased usage ie: computer work, snow shoveling. I take Tylenol if become too bo
2.23.2021 – Headache & body aches. I attribute to nasty spill I took on ice, not to vaccine.
Vertigo, Pruritus and Dizziness
1.23.2021 – General itchiness woke me up. Mostly better now.
1.28.2021 – Vertigo hit me last night. Severe.
2.14.2021 – Severe vertigo again like the 1st shot (day 5)! Worst of my life.
2.15.2021 – Still very very dizzy. Had to go get Meclezine
2.16.2021 – Vertigo still terrible until 130pm. Again, took Meclezine in AM. Dizziness eased up for now-yay! Foggy feeling in head during vertigo episodes.
2.17.2021 – Vertigo all day, just miserable. No relief from meclezine x2.
2.18.2021 – Just a little bit of vertigo remaining.
Vitreous floaters, Gout and Night sweats
1.26.2021 – Brain fog
1.27.2021 – Nasal congestion, brain fog
1.28.2021 – Night sweats. Headache seems a little worse today. Also, seeing some floaters today which is weird.
2.15.2021 – Keep getting sick. Then better but sick again today.Temp 99.9 today.Congestion, headache, fatigue.
2.22.2021 – Falling asleep daytime even though getting enough sleep at night.Irregular body temperature.Gout like pain in my right heel part few days which is weird/new/never had.
4.26.2021 – Gout
7.26.2021 – Vertigo.
1.27.2022 – I got covid November 8, likely Delta. Got the antibodies (remdesivere, surely spelled that wrong) and recovered. Had some long covid, and still some brain fog
Diverticulum, Gastrointestinal pain and Rheumatoid arthritis
1.15.2021 – I have RA
1.18.2021 – Sore I testines
1.21.2021 – RA ,diverticulosis
2.16.2021 – Slight left abdominal achiness
2.17.2021 – Slight abdominal ache
3.12.2021 – I have noticed since last fri that I have tender and slightly sore lymph nodes in left chest. They are better than last week but still sore.
3.19.2021 – Tired ,achy ,slight headache,joint pain - seems my RA has bothered me more since sunday last
8.13.2021 – Had a sore throat last week and neg covid test on aug 6 . Have had ache in right arm upper probably lymph nodes sore. Will get mammogram and breast checkToday I have a bit of a runny nose . I take methotrexate
Tongue disorder, Induration and Nodule
12.29.2020 – Dizziness
1.8.2021 – Runny nose
2.4.2021 – Runny nose sneezing
2.11.2021 – I have had some bumps or holes in my tongue I am not sure if its related but Ive had some weird things going onI guess I should also mention may be a sore or agitated throat for a couple hours it comes and goes
9.28.2021 – Headaches
10.7.2021 – Weird round hard areas in the arm I hit the vaccine in. They show up in different places.
10.24.2021 – 2 notes on my left arm. 1 up under my arm pit and one right where my upper and lower arm connect on the underside of my elbow
9.9.2022 – Random pains in my breast, enlarged nodes under my arm, enlarged area on the opposite side of my elbow Scheduled my annual breast exam and had to have back up testing
Musculoskeletal pain, Blood pressure increased and Anxiety
1.23.2021 – Light headedness, fatigue, neck and back pain
1.30.2021 – Sweating
3.6.2021 – Harder to breathe in mornings, Apprehensiveness, anxious. Brain fogginess, fatigue, poorer comprehension. Neck pain, shoulder blade achiness. Scheduled PCP Telephone call On 3/8/21
7.31.2021 – Shortness of breath, tightness in upper chest. Stress/echo normal though. Cardiologist
6.12.2022 – Sweating, elevated blood pressure . Could be my essential hypertension and hyperhydrosis due to humidity a d 81 F.
11.4.2022 – Headache, muscle spasms in neck, labored breathing at times
11.4.2022 – Headache, muscle spasms in neck, labored breathing
Gingival bleeding, Sinus operation and Hyperesthesia teeth
12.30.2020 – Sneezing,post nasal drainage, upper teeth sensitivity
1.18.2021 – Continuous joint pains and fatigue.Have lost a lot of hair since vaccine.
1.25.2021 – Ringing in my ears
1.26.2021 – Ringing in my ears,severe
1.28.2021 – Bleeding gums after first and second shot
1.30.2021 – Still have ringing in my ears, quite bothersome, some rash on chest, not itchy
1.31.2021 – Eye infection,hair loss, migraine
2.1.2021 – Ringing in the ears,hair loss,chest rash, not itchy
2.8.2021 – Rashy bumps chest and back,not itchy
2.15.2021 – More migraine headaches,left arm pain and burning at the injection site,rash on trunk, back and upper arms.ringing in ears mod severe, still muscle aching,worse joint pain
7.26.2021 – Still very tired,skin rashes, recurrence, feel change in heartbeat.Joint pain
Hypersomnia, Lethargy and Feeling hot
6.7.2021 – During the night after my second vac, I was very warm but not sweating. The day after, I had a headache, was very achy (took Tylenol and that helped a lot), and slept most of the day. I felt better around 4:00, but not 100%. Also very lethargic.
6.10.2021 – Exactly one week after the 2nd vaccine, mentally I was in a fog. I had my faculties, I just had a difficult time finding words to communicate my thoughts. It began after lunch and lasted no more than a few hours. Then I was fine.
7.28.2021 – I picked up a head cold which has lasted 2-3 weeks. I dont think its at all related to the vaccine tho.
Middle insomnia, Peripheral coldness and Constipation
3.10.2021 – Hot Flash & cough a few minutes after shot was administered
3.11.2021 – Constipation
3.31.2021 – Have been taking BP Rx, but Blood pressure has been much much higher. Under Dr care for this Dr office visit
4.7.2021 – Blood pressure issues Dr office visits
8.19.2021 – Earache
8.20.2021 – Bottom of Left foot, ball of foot Hurting. (Was not walking was laying in bed sleeping)
8.21.2021 – Brain fog
8.23.2021 – Still feeling abit brain foggy
9.1.2021 – Have upset stomach
4.4.2022 – Lower Back hurting
4.5.2022 – My lower back still hurting off and on and pain in left hip off and on
Dysphagia, Musculoskeletal discomfort and Irritability
1.27.2021 – Mild symptoms but did really concern me at first. 30 minutes after the injection I got back of the throat fullness, slightly harder to swallow. Still have it 1 1/2 hour later but its better
3.3.2021 – Its odd, for 7-10 days I felt more tired than usual but basically ignored it. It grew into what feels like a kind of brain fog. I misplace, forget, get confused and get angry so easily. Not like me at all, esp because so happy Im vaccinat
9.28.2021 – No, # 3 was a breeze!
9.30.2021 – I had a lot of fatigue and tired uncomfortable joints after yesterdays check in but those were gone by this morning
Gingival blister, Gingival erythema and Angular cheilitis
2.15.2021 – The possible mild aches were across my top shoulders and neck but fell fast asleep for hours
2.16.2021 – I feel great today, slept very well, only discomfort is in touching the shot site.
2.22.2021 – Blisters in mouth on inner lips and swelling on left foot/ankle
3.2.2021 – Blisters, redness and soreness moved from inner moth lips and cheeks to lower right inside cheek area gums.
3.8.2021 – Real spike in Blood Pressure from 110 to 145 with VAX #1 & today spiked to 167
3.9.2021 – Sleepy/sleeping all day today, BP spiked from 110 to 165 yesterday but down to 142 today. Feel great otherwise.
3.10.2021 – Sustained spike in my BP to 157-167 from 110 range and chronic sleepiness for 3 days napping throughout each day but feel good otherwise..
3.12.2021 – Sleepinezs is better today as is BP spike back down to 152/82 by doubling BP RX post VAX#2 BP spike from 110/80 yo 172/96. Re: spike in BP wrote my Dr. Who increased my BP RX temp'ly post VAX#2
3.13.2021 – BP spiked initially from 110 to high if 177/96 going down to 149/83 after my Dr. Doubled my RX due to VAX#2.
3.14.2021 – My BP spike post VAX 1 & 2 is dropping & now is 150/75 and Temp. Spiked from normsl 97.4 to 98.9 back down to 97.2...oddly lowDropped
3.15.2021 – BP is lowering back down after high spikes from both VAXES to 172/96 pulse 101 down to 135/73 pulse 73 after doubling BP RX on Dr.'s advice.
3.29.2021 – BP still spiked up from Feb. Normal of 110 over 80, is now 168/87Last few days MIGRAINE TYPE HEADACHE. Very unusual for me.Left ankle/ FOOT SWOLLEN again as right after both Covid shots.
4.5.2021 – BP still hasnt retuned to normal which spiked 30 pts shot #1 and another 40 pts. Shot 2, still 20-40 pts over normal of 120.Mouth blisters now nearly daily and most days my left ankle is swollen and ive notified my Dr. Of all my symptoms but feel ok Doubled my dose of BP RX & Postponed my Shingles shot from 2 wks post covid shot to 4 weeks post covid shot
9.30.2021 – Elevated BP again
10.10.2021 – Extreme nausea and vomitting last night and unwell today.
10.17.2021 – 1000's of nearly continuous SPASMS of my left eyelid
10.24.2021 – Alopecia diagnosis
11.2.2021 – Stye on right eye, Diagnosed with alopecia (loss of hair)
Muscle fatigue, Mass and Tenderness
2.11.2021 – Marble size lump developed on inside of collarbone with first shot that went away after about 3 weeks, and reappeared within several hours of the second shot; its Injection side of middle of front part of collarbone, and feels like its just under skin, tender to touch.
2.13.2021 – Still have a marble size lump under skin inside collarbone on side in which arm is that received vaccine dose 2.
2.15.2021 – Still have the small lump under skin on inside front collarbone; likely its lymph glands affected by the vaccine. Its tender. Muscles from shoulder up into neck are tender.
3.10.2021 – Stil have ongoing off and on aching in collar bone and neck area, muscle fatigue here and there (ie back of arms) and off on headaches.
Hemiparesis, Sensory loss and Sensitive skin
1.21.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes bilaterally in my neck makes swallowing difficult. No respiratory problems
1.22.2021 – Right side of my body (same side as shot) feels feverish (warm). Its separated midline and I could draw a line between the left and right side sensation.
1.23.2021 – Still having right side (same side as injection) tingling and slight weakness
1.25.2021 – Right side body weakness and tingling sensation continues
1.26.2021 – Right side body weakness and reduced sensation
1.27.2021 – Right side body weakness and reduced sensation PCP appointment yesterday
2.3.2021 – My right side weakness and reduced skin sensitivity continues. Same levels since the day after the 2nd dose with no changes. Blood work came back within normal limits last week. PCP appointment
Hemorrhage, Eye irritation and Eye pruritus
3.18.2021 – Slightly warmer temperature than my normal by .3 to .4 F.
3.19.2021 – Temperature slightly elevated like yesterday, but this time I feel warmer. Keep in mind, my normal temperature is around 97.6F. True fever for me is 98.6F.
3.23.2021 – Defining muscle aches, I have GAD and may have had an anxiety attack. My legs were heavier to walk last night. Better this afternoon. Ive been trying to stand and walk more today.
3.24.2021 – Same condition as yesterday but maybe slightly less? I also tried exercising on the bike and standing often through work. Condition does not flare up till later in the evening, so Im currently better regarding the heavy legs and racing heart. Trying to isolate the symptoms to a cause, if possible to panic attack.
3.25.2021 – Issues subsided from yesterday
4.15.2021 – Occasionally very warm around injection site but nothing noticeable otherwise.
5.20.2021 – I went to a funeral in NY, and stuck overnight in the airport, so I dont blame the vaccine for potential common cold symptoms: runny/stuffy nose, low grade fever, burning eyes, sore throat. Im working from home and ordering delivery to avoid pp
12.3.2021 – Note, above temperature is low fever for my body. I have the telltale aches around my joints with the heat.
12.8.2021 – Again, 98.6 is normal low fever for me. 97.7 is normal temperature for me.
12.9.2021 – 97.7 normal temp, so 98.6 is low fever (known to be associated with infections)
12.10.2021 – Sneezing, itchy eyes, possibly allergies from the cold front coming through
11.4.2022 – Just barely got it an hour ago, so immediate symptoms of being a bleeder
11.7.2022 – Not sure if you are recording women's health, but I started my period 3-4 days earlier than my normal cycle. I get off cycle in more severe lengths of time due to stress.
Swelling, Pruritus and Injection site pain
3.3.2021 – The itching I am experiencing is not just where the needle went into my arm but the whole upper arm from the top to the sides sporadically throughout the day. The feeling I get is how one would feel after a fire ant bite we are strange feelings in the body. I wonder how long this will go on?In addition where the needle went into my arm there still is a tiny raised bump like a fire ant bite that has not gone away.
8.25.2021 – Painful arm around injection site
Peripheral swelling, Pruritus and Rash
1.23.2021 – Took Tylenol to m last night and a Benadryl about 3:00 today. Was trying not to take Benadryl today but felt itchy.
1.24.2021 – Needed to take a Benadryl this after. Took Tylenol pm last night
1.25.2021 – Rash is now so slight it is hard to see.
7.23.2021 – Rash due to second dose of vaccine I took last week. This time j and j due to dr being concerned about another dose of moderna due to hives. Since seeing dr cannot get rings on hands.feels like arthritis. Dr office
Osteopenia, Supraventricular tachycardia and Tachycardia
2.7.2021 – Previous condition of arrhythmia ongoing since 5 years ago
2.8.2021 – Previous and ongoing arrythmia and ostopenia prior to vaccination
2.9.2021 – Prior health condition, Ongoing tachycardia, 148 beats last night, had to take extra dose of medication to lower down
2.10.2021 – Previous and ongoing supraventricular tachycardia prior to vaccination, ostopenia
2.11.2021 – Previous and ongoing supraventricular tachycardia, ostopenia prior to vaccination
2.12.2021 – Previous and ongoing supraventricular tachycardia prior to caccination, and ostopenia
3.6.2021 – Ongoing and previous condition of ventricular tachycardia: osteopoenia
3.7.2021 – Palpitations more frequent than I used to have, higher heart rate than usual
3.8.2021 – Tachycardia and higher heart rate is still being experienced today
3.9.2021 – Tachycardia and osteopoenia ongoing
Eyelid function disorder, Facial paralysis and Bell's palsy
1.13.2022 – Swollen armpit (left side )
1.15.2022 – Swollen armpit (left side)
1.16.2022 – I have a very little swollen armpit today ,very little
1.17.2022 – Armpit swollen is gone
2.1.2022 – On 1/27 I wasn't able to close my left eye.On 1/28 I had half of my lips paralyzed on the left side .Half of my face left side .I was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy on 1/29 .I got my last booster on 1/11 .
2.8.2022 – Beside the Bell's palsy, I started with Swollen glands behind my ears ,both sides on 2/4
Induration, Lymph node pain and Lymphadenopathy
2.15.2021 – Swollen lymph node under my left arm. Size of half a tennis ball.
2.16.2021 – Swollen lymph node left underarm no pain
10.13.2021 – Swollen glands
10.14.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under left arm lemon sized
10.15.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes
10.17.2021 – Swollen lymph glands under left arm
10.19.2021 – Swollen lymph node
4.29.2022 – My lymph node under my left arm was hard as a rock this morning and painf
4.30.2022 – My underarm left lymph nodes are really swollen
5.1.2022 – Swelling under the left arm in the lymph node area
9.22.2022 – Tired
10.6.2022 – My swollen lymph node in my left arm finally completely disappeared after a year and a half? Maybe 2 years?
Heavy menstrual bleeding, Diarrhea and Injection site pain
4.25.2021 – Although today is 10 days since my shot, I wanted to share my experience the day of which were, pain in ejection spot the day if that lasted 2 days, and the day after receiving shot I had diarrhea
5.9.2021 – I'm not sure if this means anything, but I have been having very heavy bleeding today, I've never had a period that I was going through a pad an hour. If it doesn't go away by tomorrow I feel I'm going to have to go see a doctor
Body temperature increased, Chills and Nasopharyngitis
1.5.2021 – Thursday Dec 31 I ran fever high as 101.3 body aches severe fatigue same on Jan 1. Went to the doctor Jan 2 got tested for flu strep and Covid all negative. Sunday Jan 3 fatigue and headache. Some what better Jan 4 much better today Jan 5.
1.26.2021 – On vaccination day that night Friday 1/22 I had.fever of 101.8 body aches chills. This lasted one night but I rotated Tylenol and ibuprofen every 4-6 hours
1.22.2022 – Just had covid cold like symptoms
Lip blister, Oral mucosal blistering and Food allergy
7.26.2021 – Sore throat and blisters on inside of mouth
7.29.2021 – Itchy all over
7.30.2021 – All over body itchy
7.31.2021 – Menstrual issues
8.2.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in arm pit areas
8.9.2021 – Left arm pit swollen
8.19.2021 – Mouth sores
8.20.2021 – Itching all over body
8.21.2021 – Pain behind right eye. Itching all over body. Heightened allergic reactions to food.
8.23.2021 – Mouth and lip blisters
8.30.2021 – Still having sore throat and my auto immune issues are still worse since the vaccine
9.13.2021 – Joint and muscle pain all over. Everything feels so inflamed.
9.20.2021 – Mouth blisters inside and in my lips. Muscle aches again, especially shoulders.
9.27.2021 – Still getting blisters in mouth and on my lips. My muscle pain has not gone away either.
11.16.2021 – My left ear plugs up and then I get tinnitus
Menopause, Postmenopausal hemorrhage and Body temperature increased
7.6.2021 – Cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, runny nose, low grade temp, fatigue/tiredness
7.23.2021 – I havent had a period in 7 months due to menopause. Now started period last night & its the most heavily Ive bled, like after delivering a baby. And a lot of big clots
7.24.2021 – Heavy menstrual bleeding
7.25.2021 – Continue with heavy menstrual bleeding
7.26.2021 – Same as previous days
8.3.2021 – Headache, nasal congestion, cough
1.18.2022 – Temp, cough, nasal drainage, headache, sore throat
Photopsia, Vitreous floaters and Muscle twitching
1.23.2021 – I had abdominal pain and diarrhea 1/22/21.
1.24.2021 – Dull headache
3.8.2021 – Mild headaches, earache, and left eye floaters and flashing lights. Made an appointment to see doctor on Monday. Primary doctor Monday 3/15
3.15.2021 – Eye floaters and flashing lights, lip trembling, headaches, chills
3.22.2021 – Headaches
5.12.2021 – Headaches, flashing lights in left eye, fatigue, dry cough Eye doctor, primary care doctor
8.9.2021 – Continue to have headaches off and on, being tired, and seeing light flashes in left eye. Eye Institute, primary care physician
2.8.2022 – Chills, runny nose, dry cough
Nasopharyngitis, COVID-19 and Pyrexia
3.19.2021 – None just a little tired the day after shot. But not since
9.10.2021 – I had 2 separate times head colds with fever BUT i had blood test done for anti bodies and came back negative so i did hav covid or delta. Will i need to get a booster in the near future?
3.29.2022 – I had tested positive for covid late January for about 12 - 13 days then when i felt better rettested and negative results. Most symptoms were just very tired and low grade fever. Fine now.
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