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.
Just been feeling really tired
Every since i got the shot bumps been coming and turning into sores
My legs been hurting bad Went to doctor and chiropractor nothing seem to be working
I started getting soars popping up on my body ever since the shot thought it would go away but keep coming like start off as a bump a bust but leave dark marks on body
Legs hurting and keep breaking out been breaking out every since i hot the shot
Charley horse in both calf's. Ringing in ears. Photosensitivity
Muscle weakness, irritable mood
Flatulence, irritability
Muscles in shoulders hurt, ringing in ears, spaciness, dizzy, vertigo
Face twitching, irritability, severe muscle pain in shoulder and neck on the side of the injection. There was also a hot round rash around the injection site.
Pain in the shoulder and neck on the same side of the body as injection site.
About 4 weeks ago I developed a sore throat and upper respiratory inflammation. Then a dry cough and sinus congestion. The cough became productive a day later. Went for a COVID19 rapid test and was negative. Antibody test also negative.
Facial flushing, hot flashes, sweating, runny nose
Abdominal bloating/gas, bladder pain/pressure/trouble emptying
Bladder not emptying well, bloating
Bruising and swollen vein above right knee (I did not injure it); pain in left thigh muscle after exercising.
bruising above right knee
Swollen lymph nodes armpit; itchy on skin of arms
Dizzy upon standing
Tightness/pressure in chest
Tightness/pressure in chest; get winded very easily
Chest pain/pressure; shortness of breath I scheduled an appt- they didnt have availability.
Chest pain/pressure/tightness; Shortness of breath; Heart palpitations
Chest pressure/tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, winded.
Chest pressure/tightness, shortness of breath, palpitations, winded
Chest tightness/pressure, shortness of breath, palpitations, hair breaking off and hair falling out
Joint pain, debilitating heel pain, palpitations, chest tightness, short of breath, headache, heavier menstrual bleeding and pain.
Still short of breath, palpitations, chest tightness, extreme fatigue, hair loss now, and pain in joints- new severe heel pain which caused me to trip and break right foot.
100 fever off and on, insomnia, bladder emptying problems, joint pain, heel pain, bowel changes, continued shortness of breath, palpitations, chest pressure, heart racing.
New: Extremely heavy period; hair texture has completely turned to straw and breaking off, losing a lot of hair. Fatigue and insomnia very bad.Still having shortness of breath, palpitations & heart racing, chest pressure. Joint pain, heel pain.
Severe heel pain, Leg pain, SI joint pain - all limiting ability to stand and walk. Bladder problems, vision problems (eyes burning, blurry).
Hair loss, very heavy periods (hemorrhaging), severe sinus pressure causing severe eye pain and jaw pain and reoccurrence of the myocarditis (chest pressure/tightness and severe shortness of breath). Blood tests showed very high hsCRP and ESR levels
Joint pain in places I've never had joint pain before (shoulders and thumbs and knees). Widespread inflammation - elevated inflammation markers (CRP and ESR). I've never had elevated markers before vaccination. Sinus inflammation, eye inflammatio
I could not schedule my second vaccine shot until 2-16, beyond the 2-2 to 2-10 window. Suggestions?
I am reporting to you, again, that the second vaccine appoitment that I could get is on 2-16-21. My window for that 2nd shot is 2-2-21 to 2-10-21, since my first Phizer shot was on 1-15-21. I cannot find a local phone number in (b)(6), SC to contact anyone about rescheduling. I need help from (b)(6); I need a little vaccine management. Thank you!
Reporting -- my 2nd vaccine shot is set for 2-16, but the medical window is 2-2 to 2-10. Please help reschedule in (b)(6), SC. Thank you!
Heartburn
Slight fever upon arising. Diminishing. Extremely cold temps probably mitigate that. Couple tylenol seem to solve.
Still fatigued, but seems to be fading.
Burst of fever this afternoon. Possibly from being inside store wearing mask.
Good so far. Six hours post shot. Took a couple acetaminophen.
Injection site is warm and slightly painful.
Got wet moving snow.
Quest stomach. Loose stools.
Diarrhea
Cough, mostly non-productive. Sneezing. Not sure if allergy, pollen or smoke. No detectable fever.
Mild axillary lymph node tenderness
R axillary painful lymph nodes; hives to right hand and forearm
Intermittent tingling to right leg and right arm
One hive popped up on my right forearm then went away on it's own shortly after
Few scattered hives on body and face
Tachycardia, SOB with exertion, chest congestion
Sore throat, cough, runny nose, fatigue, headache— got tested for COVID but was negative. Also noticed a rash on my right inner arm
Painful lymph nodes
Swollen lymph nodes in both armpits and groin, nausea, vomiting and headache
Sweating
Sweating. Swollen lymph nodes
Swollen lymph nodes
Sweating and swollen lymph nodes
Swollen lymph nodes and sweating
Severe fatigue, brain fog, nausea and headache
Foggy brain, sweating and forgetfulness
Excessive sweating and brain fog
Tiredness, forgetfulness
Excessive sweat and extremely weird dreams
Fatigue, shortness of breath, foggy
tinnitus, postherpetic neuralgia, runny nose, sneezingm sore throat, congestion
Postherpetic neuralgia, muscle spasms
Kicked up dormant fibromyalgia symptoms
Rheumatoid arthritis flareup, fibromyalgia flareup, post herpetic neuralgia
Post herpetic neuralgia, insomnia
Post herpetic neuralgia
post herpetic neuralgia
Developed cold like symptoms. Tested negative for covid. Fatigue, stuffy nose, runny nose, sore throat, headache, elevated temp, rash, body and joint aches. Pain in opposite arm from vaccine.
less energy, feel like a cold is coming on but never does
Developed symptoms of interstitial cystitis. In office specialist visit
I have symptoms of interstitial cystitis and vaginal bleeding. Mental health support, medical imaging, urinalysis
persistent symptoms of interstitial cystitis
Chest pains, rib pains, feel like I can't breath, interstitial cystitis, HPV, genital warts Feeling feverish, Malaise, Fatigue, arthralgia, neuralgia, myalgia, pain in Armpits, nausea, night sweats, symptoms of PMR, brain fog, anxiety, depression,
Persistent vertigo and dizziness
Moderate nausea, persistent vertigo, worsening brain fog.
Brain fog, duzziness
Worsening vertigo, dizziness
VERTIGO
REALLY SEVERE VERTIGO
SEVERE CONSTANT VERTIGO
CONSTANT ONGOING VERTIGO AND BRAIN FOG.
Insomnia, rapid pulse, worsening vertigo
Constant rocking vertigo.
Internal tremors, along with the constant rocking vertigo ive had since my first dose in February. Ct scan
In addition to the constant rocking vertigo, nausea, lightheadedness, I now have internal tremors. These symptoms began within a day of my first dose, and got significantly worse after my second. No prior history of vestibular issues. Specialist appt with neurologist, therapy with physical therapist
Vaccine induced vestibular migraine/mdds. I have constant rocking vertigo, tremors, dizziness, brain fog. No prior history. Began within 24 hours of 1st dose, made worse by 2nd. My drs agree that the vaccine did this to me. Ruined my life. Doctors
I just felt so hot, but I never showed a fever. It showed 97 and 96 degrees Fahrenheit
Just feeling nauseous today. I threw up after I ate. I can't say it's from the vaccine though. I may just have a stomach bug or something.
Vomiting, diarrhea, feeling weak and overwhelmed. I believe it's my anxiety though.
I had a cough and stuffy nose. I was weak and had a temperature of 99.4. I was short of breath and just felt horrible.
With exception of headache (migraine that started before the injection), the aches are normal for my autoimmune condition
All normal autoimmune for me
All normal autoimmune symptoms for me, plus near syncope (also a known issue for me)
I am currently in an autoimmune flare up, which includes mild grade fever, wide spread pain, fatigue and nausea. I have had these before i got the vaccine, though.
Insomnia/autoimmune flare up
Neck pain significantly flared
Had a bad autoimmune flare that resulted in needing a steroid dosepac
Infected cyst
Beginning Monday, 8/16 Sore throat, hard cough, sneezing, runny nose, & very small temp (99.4 - but normal today).Had COVID test Wednesday, 8/18. Received NEGATIVE test result today. Feeling better today.
Severe headache, fever, vomiting for about 36 hours. May have been dental appt or food poisoning. Tired, occasional foggy brain, just not feeling right for about 2 wks. After 3rd wk felt normal. Took 3 COVID tests, all negative.
Some dizziness
Still some dizziness
Some dizziness but I have vertigo and tinnitus also am being evaluated for meniers disease in both ears
On and off headache withnsusea
I seem to have developed a heart condition I never had a problem before. It looks like I will need to go to the hosp for further testing I might have a blockage and require a stent. The fatigue is worse
I have had recurring episodes of shortness of breath with a rapid heart beat Cardiac test
Had symptoms of covid but even though I was sick tests came out negative. We were all sick in my family
I feel like I have the flu this is the last time I am getting this vaccine!!!!
Achy with allergy like symptoms
Allergies, cold sores, swollen glands in neck, fatigue
Large swollen lymph node in neck/shoulder
A little swollen lymph node in neck
Still have swollen gland in lower neck
I developed unexplained pancreatitis on 3/25. Doctors did not suggest it was related to vaccine but also could not identify cause. Led to unconsciousness and hospitalization.
Extreme fatigue
Headaches
Severe cold flu symptoms
Extreme fatigue, joint pain, headaches
Violent shaking chills 14hrs after injection. Marked increase of BP to 182 range and increased pulse to 80's range. I did have an echcardiogram on 3/25/21.
Explosive diarrhea. What a mess!
Unusual for me severe, disabling case of acute bronchitis with severe coughing and wheezing. Have never had such severe respiratory problems. Chest is only beginning to clear now after 2+ months. Also marked persistent fatigue.
Red welp at injection site. Slightly warm to touch. No pain at site. May begin to itch slightly if touched. No rashes anywhere on body.
24 hour stomach virus with loose stools
On friday night I had severe chills and a temp of 101.5, saturday felt fine. Saturday night had temp of 102.5 with severe chills. Sunday afternoon ran low grade temp of 100.8. No fever or chills sunday night. Have felt fatigued on and off since second injection.
Stuffy nose and mild sore throat
No
Cold like symptoms; hires ness and slight cough
Cold symptoms and cough
Cold and cough
Never had any swelling before with any other Covid vaccine. Dk if it was the person doing the innoculation or the 4th shot
I didn't get a v check when I got my vaccine. I got a reaction on this , my new 5th booster. Approximately 10 hours after my vaccine I had a fever of 101 and was achy all over. I took a Tylenol and didn't feel much better. T
Fingers on the same arm the shot was given had a 'burning feeling' for a while, but better now
Headache
Chronic cough, fatigue
Leg cramps, almost constant headache, fatigue
A week after my last covid booster i tested + for covid. Fever, aches, sore throat, cough. Extreme fatigue, headache since then. Didnt smell imaginary smoke while i had covid but smelled it before covid and have started smelling it again. My PCP is a close friend. Talked to him
Shortness of breath
Increased joint pain, right leg nerve pain, hurts when skin is touched all over, shooting nerve pain in left arm - left hand contracts when thos happens
I have lupus ra and MCTD so this is common
These are everyday symptoms for me with young kids and my disease
Loose bms for the last week and horrible cramps Called my on call rheumatologist to see if medication brand change could be problem.
I got my second booster yesterday and today I have a fever, headache, body aches, and chills
I have lupus and have to stop my medication for 1week after getting vaccine
Noro virus
Left upper lip in corner goes numb and tingles for 5 seconds
Right cheek fluttering Off and on
Slightly dizzy
Upper left lip started going numb again like after i had the vaccine back in april I have have some tingling in feet and hands Asthma is a lot worse and I use my inhaler way more often than before covid - have some lung pain coughing at night
Asthma increased using steroid inhaler twice a day and rescue inhaler Pulmonary dr in person
Sore armpit on arm of injection site
I have a bruise at injection site had a hematoma
I still have a bruise at shot site. I don't know if there is a correlation between sore muscles and vaccine or just I been doing ALOT of work lately.
Not sure if it would be due to vaccine
I don't think this is related to vaccine but maybe food I ate.
Stomach pain
Head ache and diarrhea
Just headaches I think related to allergies. Trees are blooming
Stomache ache, mild to moderate
Stomach ache, mild lower abdominal cramps, blood in stool (bleeding started 2 days before my second Covid-19 vaccine. Chills started yesterday AFTER this daily check-in.
Chills and swelling and pain in area of the liver yesterday and last night, and early today. Intestines still bleeding as of this morning. I think a poplyp burst 2 days before the 2nd dose of vaccine.
Probably related the the intestinal bleeding problem.
Its 2:52pm and i just woke up from a very long nap. My abdominal cramping stopped yesterday evening, but there's still some bleeding, but much less it seems.l
Still having rectal bleeding, which started 2 days before the 2nd vaccine shot. Had a CT scan and other tests yesterday. Have to get a colonoscopy.
I had Covid in early March and have had sinus/nasal congestion constantly since then, however allergy season started by the time i was over Covid.
My shoulder is sore where I took the vaccine.
My left arm where I got my last vaccine is still sore.
Both of my arms are still sore! Why? I was told that the soreness would go away after one or two days! I had my second vaccine on the 5th of March and both arms are still aching!
My arms are still sore and some time the pain still wakes me up.
The place where I had the shot, it still bother me periodically!
Nothing, the system went away!
Fever, Fever Blisters and Bleeding Gums
Metallic taste
Bleeding gums and metallic taste in mouth
Metallic taste in mouth
Bleeding gums
Bleeding gums, metallic taste
Bleeding gums and metallic taste
Worsening oral /lip lesions. Worsening bleeding gums and metallic taste in mouth and weigh loss.
Mouth Pain and bleeding gums
Worse metallic taste in mouth
Mouth pain, dental pain, worsening bleeding gums. Increased shortness of breath.
Fever Blisters and continued metallic taste in mouth.
Neuropathic type pain in lower extremities
Light-headedness
Back pain
Low urine output; confusion, moodiness
Tinnitus
Runny, stuffy nose, confusion, increased forgetfulness, decreased urinary output.
Fatigued
UTI, trigger finger, back pain Office visit with PMD
Severe aortic stenosis with shortness of breath and fatigue with exertion Specialist consult, cardiac Cath, possible TAVR
leg weakness, burning, cold extremities, hip pain Primary care physician
Blood infection, pneumonia, Gastric bleed Home health with IV infusions, physical therapy
Cough, runny nose
A Fib, chest pain, irregular heart beats, autoimmune inflammation requiring Prednisone
Heart failure, AFib, irregular heart beats, temporal arteritis, SOB, cold extremities, Pacemaker insertion, new meds, home health
Spicy... hard to focus, make decisions
Spacey slight difficulty focusing
Small raised bumps, some are / into pustules extremely itchy. I t has made sleeping throughout the night difficult. I had been bitten by ants this last weekend. As a PA-C, I have been self treating with poor results. I have a medical appointment T Dermatologist on Tuesday
Cold like symptoms: runny sinus, lethargic, headache-mild No fever, cough, SOB, myalgias, Covid -19 test negative.
Spicy feeling
Increase in heart burn today
Acute onset of floaters & some flashes in left eye since the last weekend.
I turned positive for Covid-19 on October 1, 2022. My PCP was contacted. I was able to do self care at home.
heart palpitations chest pain and shortness of breath
palpitations sometimes worse, fatigue
In addi\ion to widespread chest pain, palpitations, impotence and other issues, i started having issue with my lungs as well.
myositis arthritis palpitations complete loss of sexual drive, muscle twitching, irregular heartbeat, tachycardia, fatigue, burning sensation while breathing, and more. Ongoing STILL after 6.5months
shortness of breath with palpitations, joint pains still in upper body and chest continuing for 13months now
Yes my back has more worsening pain. But hey that's because I did more back exercises. And I've had front and back under the ribs pain. But it has subsided I'm glad I got it. And I'm doing better now.
My neck is severely sore hard time moving it. Chevy Silverado Trail Boss
My neck is not as sore as it was yesterday.
Still have neck pain.
Just play neck.
Just more fatigue. And tiredness. Imagine if you could prevent a migraine
Lower right-hand ribs are sore. And just a sore sore back.
Breathing problems but i have anxiety and under the care of a pulmo dr
Light rash on the upper legs
Strep throat. Shot and on antibiotics dr didnt want me to have 2nd shot yet
Had a fine rash appear on my legs weeks ago and hard little bumps now. Havent gone away. Not real sure what from but shkwed up after my shot a couple of wèks later. They do not itch.
Petechaie a over my body. So many capillaries all over except my chest face and neck. Had to be hospitalized over it July 6. Got 3 dots biopsied, no results yet. Im on high doses of prednisone cough & dizzy. Last question on survey should say not sur
Upper respiratory infection ear infection and cappilaritis after I had leukocytoclastic vasculitis in July
None
On day one about 10 hours after my injection I experienced extreme muscle and bone pain in both my arms and through my shoulder blades. Then on 12/25 , the next day, I had a severe (migraine like ) headache with light sensitivity for about 4 hours. However, since those effects I have been fine without anymore pain or headaches and have felt fine.
It did not send me a check in for the 1st 24 hours. But 12 hours after my 2nd vaccine I had fever (102), muscle pain, fatigue, numbness in my fingers and my lips .
Feeling more tired that usual.
