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.
Breast induration, Mastitis and Breast mass
Sore throat
Cold-like symptoms including congestion, cough, sore throat. Also itchy eyes most likely from allergies.
The lymph node in my left armpit has been very swollen for the past 10 or so days. I have several hard lumps in my left breast, too.
Cold or flu-like symptoms (congestion, sore throat, headache, body aches, fatigue). I also have pain in my left breast and several bumps in my breast these have been present for nearly 2 weeks. Appointment scheduled for this Thursday
I still have 2 lumps in breast on the same side of the booster injection. These lumps do not appear to be related to be related to mastitis that I had right after the booster. I also have had several inflamed bumps in both armpits, one requiring meds
Pre-existing condition improved, Injection site hypersensitivity and Irritability
I do not have a rash, but I am itchy
Itching all over
Swelling, redness and itching at the injection site that was worse than the initial reaction. Not cellulitis but some sort of delayed allergic reaction per my MD. Started day 9 and lasted till day 14.
History of migraines but I had maybe 3-4/month before the vaccine (due to lifestyle management) and I have had 7 bad migraines since having the vaccine.
Random muscle spasms/cramps in my neck, back, and legs. Not all at once, but over time. I am taking daily vitamins so I am fairly certain it isnt an electrolyte imbalance.
Irritabilty
Extreme irritability
Irritability
More migraines and worse migraines
Migraines
Extreme migraines...both more often and more severe pain...only since receiving the first Covid vaccine.
Increase in frequency and severity of migraines
Migraine headaches-they are still worse in intensity and frequency than before the vaccine
More severe migraines
Migraine symptoms have been much worse since getting the vaccines and the booster. Like by 50%. My neurologist is actually discouraging me from any additional doses.
Menopause, Postmenopausal hemorrhage and Polymenorrhea
I got two long, heavy periods, right after taking the 2nd shot of the vaccine and Im in menopause already from a year ago! The first cycle lasted 14 days and the second one started after 6 days from the end of the first one and is still running.
As I reported before, I had Long, heavy periods two times right after each other after my second shot, the first period lasted for 14 days and the second one is still running almost for 12 days, however I started menopause 10 months ago.
Auditory disorder, Visual impairment and Head discomfort
No appetite
Severe thirst, left arm sore
Stiff neck
Stiff neck, head sensitivity
Was having excruciating headache on right side. It continued for more than a week. After taking my 2nd vaccine. It has gone away for now.
Left arm sore at times
Left arm sore
Left arm pain, weakness. Got tested twice for covid/negative. Suffered bodyaches, severe headaches, salty taste buds, but no fever or cough. As of today still have headaches, vision issues, already had eyes checked, hearing issues on left ear. In office dr visits, examination, tested.
Sensitivity to weather change, Eye irritation and Upper-airway cough syndrome
When I submitted yesterdays check in I was fine but later in the evening felt minor body aches. Took a Tylenol.
I have chronic hip pain but it has been worse in the last week. Have used heat and pain cream along with oral pain medication for relief. Usually I only use one of the three.
Scratchy throat
I woke up with a nasal drip, sneezing and eye irritation. This usually happens with rapid temperature changes. I was out yesterday. I treat these symptoms with vitamins, hot tea and herbs. I don't feel that bad
Weight decreased, Taste disorder and Parosmia
Lower back, hip and upper leg pain.
I have noticed that my taste is off. When I had Covid I lost smell and taste for a couple of weeks. After the vaccine shots my taste seems to be off a bit but not as bad as when I had Covid. Ive unexpectedly lost weight over the last several mos.
General mild fatigue. Also I'm noticing my taste and smell had been off more than usual since I had the booster. I first lost taste and smell when I had Covid in april2020. I got better but then got worse again after the booster.
Influenza like illness, Sinus congestion and Arthralgia
Feeling poor today is completely unrelated to Covid-19 and vaccine, but rather due to depression, long-term MDD, and other mental health issues. I receive regular outpatient psychiatric care. I have good days and bad days. I probably should should not include my mental health status here.
Increasing painful soreness in right shoulder, especially extending my arm forward, sideways, upward, and to the rear, With or without lifting objects, but not down. Vaccine was administered in my left shoulder, So this appears unrelated to the vacci
Impaired healing, Hypersomnia and Breast pain
Had a root canal this morning. No problems noted.
I have been excessively sleepy since my 2nd dose on 4/22/21. Should not this side effect have worn off by now?
Pain in my left breast that was not there before. Scheduling an appointment with primary care physician.
Pains in my left breast and chest that have not subsided. Scheduling visit today
Pains in left side of chest and left breast,and pains in my right leg and foot Visit Pending
Dysphagia, Alopecia and Dysphonia
Yes Allergic reaction day of vax. Started 2 hours after vax. By night time I found it harder to swallow so went to Er because I had used all my histamines. Dr added a different histamine , Pepcid and dexamethasone (a 3 day dose). I still used theMeds for today as I still had itching all over and hoarse all day because the difficulty of swallowing (no straider)
Itching Office visit
Itching
Increase hair falling out, still have spells of severe itching Primary & dermatologist
Thyroid disorder and Heart rate increased
Elevated heart rate. Checking with PulseOximeter.
My heart rate has been over 100 but I'm dealing with thyroid issues so it may be connected to that. Thank you!
An elevated heart rate over 100, but may be due to thyroid issues.
Heart rate is leveling off.
I'm beginning to think that my racing heart rate may have been caused by the vaccine. The day after I had a heart rate of 140 at one point. It was over 100 for three days and has now leveled off to around 85.
Constipation, Influenza like illness and Chills
I would like to report that last night I felt the worse. Felt feverish, body aches, add to take an aleeve.
I would like to add that I had no bowel movements for 4 days after shot
Felt aches and fever like yesterday early evening. Feeling fine today.
I had a couple of days where I felt flu like symptoms - body aches , chills. Head cold like, fatigue Actually went and got tested for Covid this last Monday. It was negative
I had body aches late this afternoon. Thought it was unusual. No fever.
Something that I dont think I shared was length of time arms both hurt. I didnt attribute it to the vaccine shot - but both arms had long periods of pain. The left armTook well over 2Months to subside. I believe these were associated w/sho
Sinus, cold symptom,
Pruritus, Rash and Nasal congestion
Could just be tired from going to bed late and getting up early.
Taking Benadryl for the rash. It is much better today.
Better just a few spots
Still a few itchy areas
The rash I was experiencing suddenly returned with a vengeance on Thursday evening. I took a prescription medication, reported symptoms to my doctor and will have a prescription on hand for my second dose.
Rash started Monday afternoon same as 1st shot.Dr prescribed Fluconazole Rash & Itching are better today
Continuing to medication prescribed on Monday
Headache stuffy nose soar throat.
Heart rate, Arrhythmia and Cardiac flutter
My eyes are little sore too
Metallic taste
Metallic wierd taste
Having a little bit of arrhythmias it doesnt feel like anxiety
Taste is not as normal not really a metallic taste but doesnt feel like notmal
Since I got the 1st vaccine I noticed that I have palpitations and fast heart beats. Sometimes it lasts for a while and goes away but comes back. I just read yesterday that those are possible reactions to the vaccine
Just arrythmias they come and go
I still have these heart flutters and get short of breath. Ive taken a few covid tests but I never tested positive and I still get lingering headaches
Cyst drainage, Infected cyst and Panic reaction
Anxiety/panic, lymph node swelling/pain
I had antibodies from actual virus before this vaccine. Acid reflux (I never get.)
Lymph nodes were swollen. Armpit hurt. Both Supine forearms continue to have discoloration.
Lymph nodes were painful.
Migraine.
Menstrual cycle has been severely painful since October 2021 of my second dose. Shooting pains from my hips to my feet, that I can barely walk during the duration of my period. Lot more heaviness, clotting, and lasting longer than normal.
Infected cyst that had to be drained at urgent care. Severe anxiety/overactive nervous system and fatigue, similar to my reaction to dTap vaccine. Bruising. Changes in menstrual cycle.
Wound infection, Spinal operation and Anemia
Back pain has gotten worse
Increased radiculapathy requiring back surgery
Voice hoarseness, productive cough
Sinus infection and bronchitis
Sinus congestion/ productive cough from bronchitis
Sinus and chest congestion
Increase in productive cough
Productive cougg
Productive cough and congestion
Infected cut right forearm
Had spinal fusion 3/21/2022 Surgery 3/21/22
Increase in shortness of breath. Have seen my cardiologist
Depressed level of consciousness, Injection site hypoesthesia and Influenza like illness
A fogginess in alertness and heaviness in body, after injection just under site above elbow a burning sensation and numbness and tingling in left pinky and that side of hand
Generalized cold and flu symptoms and a bit of numbness in pinky again but for a short time
That numbness in pinky came back today
Cough and numbness and tingling in right picky finger
Cough and numbness in right hand pinky finger
Cough congestion
Congestion and cough, theres still a bit of numbness in my pinky finger
Nausea and dizzy spells
Tongue discomfort, Paresthesia oral and Gastrointestinal disorder
After shot felt a tingly tongue and elbow hurt. Tongue felt like you put something hot on it and burnt it. Today I went to eat cauliflower and immediately felt itchy throat and ears and strange tongue feeling returned.
Still tingling in my tongue, maybe a little bit less.
Still tingling in my tongue, plus redness wher the shot was given the size of quarter
Tingling all over the body at times.
On Tuesday went to see my doctor to discuss how the vaccine was affecting my body, sorry about the late report with my doctor.
Have new thing an uti been to the gynecologist right now taking meds for 7 days. Dr office visit
Still battling UTI, went for another urine test waiting for results. Dr office for the urine test
The treatment for the UTI didnt clear up my condition , was told to see a urologist. Still suffering from nausea. Phone call to see a new doc for my problem.
High blood pressure, chest pains, and nausea.
Digestive problems Outpatient testing
Sleep disorder, Lethargy and Sinus disorder
Lethargic
Not as lethargic as yesterday. Obviously getting better. But I did cancel my golf game.
Two weeks after getting my second shot, I flew from (b)(6) to (b)(6). Arriving in (b)(6)last night, I had terrible stomach cramps. Much better today. Most likely something I ate?
Stomach cramps this morning. Possibly something I ate? I've and kept awake at night with stomach cramps about three times a week since my second shot. Often coupled with diarrhea, but not always.
Tuesday night vomiting, relaxed next day. Felt fine Thursday and Today.Since my last vaccination, I have been sick one day every week. Always goes away within 24 hours.
Covid-19 on February 7th, had monocromo antibody on the 8th and was finally symptom-free onFrb 28, 2022. Main symptoms were sinus issues. Went to emergency department to get a monoclonal antibody IV second day of covid symptoms.
Sneezing, Rash and Back pain
Felt like a mild rash on left side of torso but went away overnight.
Since Wednesday afternoon, I have been sneezing a lot, have a stuffy runny nose. No fever, no headache, no aches or pains, no coughing, no upset stomach, no tiredness. No congestion in my chest. I have what appears to be a head cold.
Lower back ache when I woke up
Lower back ache upon awakening but went away once I started walking
Stuffed up nose
Mental fatigue, Euphoric mood and Mental disorder
Anxiety about getting 2nd shot
Sinus congestion (allergies?)
Severe sinus pressure
Mild euphoria
Foggy mental state
Mental agitation/anxiety
Mental distress and anxiety are improving.
Allergies/ some stiffness in hands
Nausea, severe sinusitis, fatigue.
Waking up with mild nausea and nasal discharge with a metallic taste.
Sinus congestion and pain. Treated for sinus infection by primary care doctors office. Primary care doctor visit
Strange thought patterns.
Sinus pressure
Sinus congestion, cough, slight fever Doctor Office
Joint pain in fingers. Right heel pain.
Mental fatigue
Breast mass, Neck mass and Nodule
Swelling between chest and neck area, that is painful when touched.
Still have the knot that is just between my neck and chest on the left side of my body.
The knot is still on my left upper side o my body, and my sugar is high which I fail to mention the other days.
Still have knot and it only hurts a little bit now.
Still have knot on left side of chest area.
My neck and leg muscles are very sore.
My legs are feeling week and I am tired more often now.
Problems with pain in legs.
Sinus issues worsened.
Decreased appetite, Pyrexia and Cough
I injected Humira on vaccination day. I experienced no symptoms of COVID after the second injection. Could the Humira prevent my body from making antibodies? My husband had mild illness for two days and is better. Might the Humira counteract the vaccine?
Tested positive for COVID on January 24. Sick as a dog for three days, low grade fever, no respiratory distress, little coughing, hurt all over, no appetite, extreme fatigue.
Eye inflammation, Glossodynia and Oral pain
Chest tightness due to astma
Rheumatoid disease flare left eye.
Have had significant eye inflammation that began on Feb 15. I have RA & Sjogrens.
Issues with pain in wrists and hands; fatigue; sensitivity of my tongue. I have rheumatoid arthritis.
Issues with tongue and mouth pain due to RA. Chills and fatigue today.
Covid - body aces, slightly elevated temp, headache, and fatigue plus some ainus pain and runny nose
Loss of consciousness, Gait disturbance and Respiratory disorder
Breathing issues
I got Covid and was diagnosed via PCR test that I took for work on 1/19/2021 because I am a healthcare worker.
My Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome has got worse with higher heart rates, episodes of passing out, feeling nauseous, walking and do stairs is really hard, and also my breathing issues have gotten worse.
More types of migraines, pain in joints, pain in muscles, bronchitis, and blurry vision
Wound treatment, Protein urine and Hemoptysis
Severe headache contractions with throbbing and neck pain. Dizziness. Took Baclofen and Imitrix mild to moderate relief. Rx for Naproxen.
I have odd looking dark spots on my stomach and I am uncertain if they are related to the vaccine, Raynaud's phenomenon or Lipedema. Slight rash and discomfort.
Neck stiffness (ongoing) that may not be related to the vaccine.
Feeling disoriented all weekend.
Overall sickness for 3 days, slight nausea, abdominal cramps, and disoriented, which may or not be related to the vaccine.
Wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. I have asthma.
Delta variant in 8.25.2021 Brown Recluse Spider bite and would on 9.19.2021 (weekly wound care) In-home medical care and weekly Wound Care Center
Equilibrium and feeling slightly weak.
Major migraine headaches and I am still experiencing a loss of smell and taste since testing positive for the Delta variant on 8.25.2021.
Unrelated to vaccine. Saw a colorectal surgeon. CT Scan with contrast
Facial tremors, neither the neurologist nor I know their origin.
Kidney or possible UTI concern: blood and protein found in urine sample.
Lymph node palpable, Seasonal allergy and Flatulence
Soreness at injection site nearly gone
Soreness at injection site (mild)
Fever @ 100.2F
Injection site is tender to touch, but soreness is nearly gone.
Pain at injection site nearly gone, only with palpation.
Food poisoning likely, had watery diarrhea x3 days, abdominal pain and cramping, and gas.
Intermittent headachesSeasonal allergies
Tenderness in right axillary region
Tenderness in right axillary lymph node
Nasal drainage, sneezing, and scratchy throat.
Renal stone removal, Body temperature increased and Asthenia
No
Had a kidney stone removed from right kidney! Outpatient surgery!
Tested positive for Covid. Started Pfizer Paxlovid and finished last evening! Tested negative this a.m.
This late afternoon I tested positive again for Covid after having taken Pfizer Pax Lovid and completing the total treatment last week! Mild fever(under 100) & mild cough with a stuffy noise! Low energy level! Started taking Musinex 1200 this p.m.
Gastrointestinal tube insertion, Endotracheal intubation and Central venous catheterization
Anaphylactic reaction five minutes after receiving injection. Having another anaphylactic reaction today that started at 2:30pm
Again today Anaphylactic reaction throat closing up at 4:59am this morning and again at 9:27am. Currently intubated on a ventilator, PIC line, NG tube, catheter, epi drip Currently in (b)(6) Medical PICU
A deadly allergic reaction that still has me in the hospital
Harley continues to be hospitalized due to multiple anaphylactic episodes from the vaccine. He was just taken off the ventilator and continues to be given steroids and antihistamines via IV
Polyarthritis, Inflammatory marker increased and Blood creatinine increased
Muscle and joint aches chiropractor
My neck, back, muscles and joints have been getting progressively painful since the middle of Feb, a few wks after my 1st shot. I was in such pain that I went to my internist this wk and she thinks I've had an inflammatory response to the shots. internist
Shoulder joint pain, muscle pain, inability to walk, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weight loss. Am on my 2nd round of steroids, which seem to be finally helping.. visit to my internist...she thinks I've had an inflammatory response to the vaccine.
New joint pain in hip; continuing joint pain in knees & shoulders; muscle pain in legs, neck & back. After 2 weeks of severe pain and 2 rounds of steroids, I am slowly beginning to improve. I am scheduled to see a rheumatologist this week. internist with referral to a rheumatologist
Painful shoulder and knee joints, some dizziness, slight headaches, fatigue I visited a rheumatologist this week and he did bloodwork which showed high inflammation markers. He also said that he thinks I might have been exlosed to Covid before my shots, and though my body fought it off, I developed antibodies which might have caused my severe reaction to the shots.
Migrating arthritis/ joint pain; muscle aches. Makes walking/ rising from sitting somewhat painful and hard to sleep at night. I am a LOT better than before. My initial bloodwork showed a CRT of 266 ! Last bloodwork showed it at 5. Not well yet. Internist and rheumatologist so far. Have been referred to a neurologist as well.
Headaches; slight joint and muscle pain
Headaches; joint and muscle pain
Beginnings of slight muscle and joint pain again. First time it has flared up in months.
Went to orthopedic doctor for shoulder pain
Sore wrist joint on left hand
Since the booster shot 4 weeks ago, I have noticed a decreased sense of smell and taste.
Shooting pains in one side of head. Only lasted about a week. Gone now.
Lymphadenitis, Musculoskeletal discomfort and Sinus disorder
Pain in my neck and shoulder on side that I received the injection. Think lymph node may be swollen
All alone Ive had some discomfort in my shoulder and neck on side of my body that I got shot I kind of though it may be inflammation in my lymph nodes. Its just a little discomfort not actual pain
Fatigue and sore throat think might be getting cold?
Think its my sinus and not related to vaccine
Cold symptoms
Asthma flairup
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