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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.

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Genital burning sensation, Groin pain and Telemedicine

YSD-16225-86568

Hives on my forehead

After I sent report yesterday I noticed what I thought was bruising was a rash that spread larger in the shape of a heart I took photos

Burning and frequently urinate I drink lots of water and pomegranate antioxidant drink

Groin pain muscle and joints radiate down to my feet

Fever coughing sneezing had a virtual call with Northwell urgent care didnt have a COVID test

My arm is sore

Congested tired

Nauseous muscle pain mucus

Nauseous

Last night I had felt warm and sweaty on my forehead but I didn't have a thermometer to measure my temperature

Last night I was itching on my back broke out with a rash

Fever chills muscle aches sore throat headache joint pain

Immune system disorder, Dysmenorrhea and Taste disorder

YSD-22972-31944

My taste is off.

Swollen lymph nodes- visible along collarbone and very tender

Swollen lymph node at collarbone is still there. My period came early and very painful and heavy. Maybe related?

Swollen lymph node has decreased in size, but still painful to the touch

Swollen lymph node on my collarbone is still there and some lingering changes in my menstrual cycle

Swollen lymph node is there but small and linger period than usual

The longer, heavier period is finally lighter but continues. The swollen lymph nodes finally went away!

Lab testing revealed an immune deficiency so I'm waiting to learn if I respond to other vaccines and back in a bubble until my physician has better data on how those with immune deficiencies fare with the covid vaccine.

In December, I was in a very crowded repair shop to drop off and pick up my car. No one else had a mask. Three Days later, I felt like I did after my vaccines. The rapid test was negative, but I couldn't get a PCR test. I was sick for weeks.

Racing heart last night after climbing into bed. Stayed about 136 for over 20 minutes but dropped to 83 after I finally stood up. My typical resting heart rate is 55. I've had autonomic issues in the past, but they resolved about a decade ago.

Swelling, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

YSD-25587-97973

Very sore arm and itchiness about 10 days after vaccine. Also some light queasiness.

Lots of swollen lymph nodes in armpit

Swollen lymph nodes in armpit

Swollen lymph nodes

Extremely swollen armpit lymph nodes

Extremely swollen and sore armpit on side of vax. Swelling is size of a lemon.

Very sore and very swollen armpit lymph nodes

Swelling and pain from swollen lymph nodes in armpit

Pain and swelling in armpit

Sore armpit from swollen lymph nodes

Cataract operation, Sciatica and Limb discomfort

YSD-32651-99878

Not feeling good but it's not related to the shot

Just my normal problems

Normal pain. Nothing out of the ordinary

My normal pain

Usual pain

My usual pain

Mild soreness in injection arm. No pain

Back to just normal pain.

Not related to covid. Sciatica worsened and I ended up with surgery.

I had surgery and also some extreme dizziness for a day or 2.

Vertigo

Had cataract surgery and follow up treatments which has flared other issues.

Uterine artery embolization, Calcinosis and Cardiovascular disorder

YSE-32908-41485

Stiff neck, sore spot (seems muscular but maybe glandular?).. not a sore throat as in a cold or the flu like inside my throat, but on the exterior of my throat. A little tired. Note: I attribute much of this to allergies, maybe hormones, maybe stress

Neck pain

Cyst/or bony deposit on back near spine. Some joint aches but they may be exercise related. Regular visit with my primary care

Constipation, circulatory issues (I had a UFE)

Had a cold

Blood urine present, Joint stiffness and Nephrolithiasis

YSE-73141-24992

Had metal splinter and received a tetanus shot Tuesday April 27th and I have experienced stiff jaw bone, headache, and minor joint pain.

Pissed blood, been an ongoing issue, all Urine test results have came back negative...

Kidney stone but I have been urinating blood for about 10 months which is far long before vaccines were even available, but for the last week I have been having a lot of chest pain thinking its congestion but hasnt felt quiet like congestion

Middle insomnia, Flushing and Anxiety

YSF-46317-70161

May anxious about possible side effects

At night woke up feeling unwell and uneasy

A little bit of upset stomach

For a very short period yesterday at one point I had a temperature of 99.5. Then after about 2 hours it was back to normal.Do have aches in lower back.

Woke up last night with a rapid heart beat and nausea. Difficult to get back to sleep- not until 5:30 am. Continue with nausea. Felt better by 10am.

Sore throat

Developed an ache across my lower back - lumbar area for about a week. Today I feel better but it doesnt remind me about hat it has a still there.

Face felt flushed but I dont think fever.

Body aches

Injection site coldness, Fibromyalgia and Feeling of body temperature change

YSF-79681-11342

the area around the injection site felt cold (under the skin)

Feeling foggy/out of it; hard to concentrate

Hard to concentrate; feeling foggy/out of it; briefly dizzy

At times (not all day): hard to concentrate, feeling foggy

Runny nose; sneezing; nasal congestion/stuffiness; dry cough; itchy/sore throat; headache; tiredness/fatigue/feeling foggy. Symptoms vary in intensity throughout the day.

Residual symptoms after testing positive for COVID on Tuesday, Jan. 11th: Tiredness/fatigue; Dry cough/sore throat; Occasional headache and congestion; Occasional fever and feeling warm then chilly

Head feeling foggy-mild reaction

Head feeling foggy; difficult to concentrate. Both severe rating.

Head feeling foggy, difficulty concentrating; both moderate to severe

Head feeling foggy, concentration issues; both moderate

Head feeling foggy/concentration issues at times, occasional dizziness (each day since injection); all moderate

Head feeling foggy/concentration issues at times (comes and goes); both moderate

Occasional head fogginess/dizziness; mild reactions today

Vision blurred, Dysgeusia and Palpitations

YSF-97034-47437

Low grade fever 99. Achy scratchy throat

Heart palpitations for a few weeks off and on. Also some blurry vision and never found a cause. Having an MRI to rule out. They lasted a month and tapered off and seem gone now. Dr office appointment

Had covid. Symptoms were like a bad cold. Stuffy near and bad cough. Also food tastes funky, spoiled especially meat and poultry.

I had covid in Feb 2022 and one symptom was that foods taste sour or spoiled. I didn't lose my sense of taste and small. It started to get better after a couple a months and it came back. I realized it was same time I got 4th shot. I still have it

Sour taste issues from covid in February got worse after booster.

For 2 months I have a dry cough that won't go alway. Only symptom. Do not feel sick. Still consulting with doctors. Dr office visits.

Sleep disorder, Oral herpes and Night sweats

YSG-16605-83085

Cold sores formed around my lower lip.

Unable to sleep longer than 4 hours (2-3 days in a row)

My family tested positive for covid and I had the same symptoms that started 10 days ago. Fever, joint pain, muscle aches, nausea, migraine, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, etc..

Cough

Extreme sweats last night

Nagging cough

Lingering cough.

Lingering cough

Light cough

My arm where I received the vaccine is still sore.

Joint stiffness, Menstruation irregular and Musculoskeletal stiffness

YSG-30395-60853

Sore arm

Arm and hand pain

Itching at the site of vaccination. Slight swelling and a bump/pimple. Soreness. Dermatologist

Hand/finger pain. When I wake each morning it takes a few minutes before I can bend my fingers on the hand. This is the same arm as the injection. I have been referred to a rheumatologist

In the arm where are received the shot I have developed hand pain and stiffness.

Shoulder pain. Tiredness

Spider vein, Musculoskeletal pain and Thrombosis

YSG-96582-00764

Minor blood clots appear on quads near knee caps. Felt sore there and glute. The symptoms have been there for 2-3 days. I thought I worked out hard until I heard news about blood clots a few people experienced. .

Headache, nausea, tiredness. All these symptoms lasted about two days then gradually disappeared. I reported mild blood clots last time. Actually I meant spider veins. More spider veins appeared on calf, thigh, chest, arms and even around breast.

Lipoma, Heart rate decreased and Neck mass

YSH-10452-17703

Eye twitching

Eye twitch

Lump near collarbone at base of neck and nerve pain behind ear. Primary care doc diagnosis was lipoma and referred to ENT specialist In person visit

Chest congestion

Was diagnosed with covid 9 days ago and started Paxlovid. Only took 4 doses then stopped because of chest pain and low heart rate. Felt better for 2 days and relapsed 4 days ago. Still testing positive for covid today

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, Injection site discomfort and Injection site reaction

YSH-18883-72441

Injection site very sore

I missed my last check in so did not get to report that between hours 12 and 36 post vaccine I had moderate aches, fatigue and had to take Tylenol and Advil.

I only had the shot five hours ago. Probably too soon to have anything but soreness at the injection site.

Swollen, painful lymph nodes in armpits

Tenderness in armpits/lymph nodes

Sore armpits/lymph nodes

Lymph node swelling and pain near injection site: this is about 60hrs post vaccine. The first two days I had moderate to significant fatigue, body aches, mild fever and moderate arm soreness. Managed with Advil.

Swelling and pain in lymph nodes near injection site.

Slightly swollen/tender lymph nodes near injection.

Contracted hand foot and mouth disease one week ago

Swollen/painful lymph node in armpit

Covid

Lymph node pain, Lymphadenopathy and Dizziness

YSH-23847-26943

Dizzy for a bit shortly after getting the shot

Lymph nodes near my collar bone are swollen and sore.

Still have sore and swollen lymph nodes at my collar bone

Swollen lymph nodes near collarbone on side I received the shot. They are a little sore.

Swollen lymph nodes at my collar bone on same side as the shot

Swollen lymph nodes at collar bone same side as shot

Swollen lymph nodes at collar bone on same side I got the shot

Lymph nodes still a little swollen on same side I got shot, near collar bone

Post viral fatigue syndrome, Herpes zoster and Paresthesia

YSH-27674-25588

I came down with a nasty viral illness in the beginning of July. I was tested once for covid and it came back negative. I had severe fatigue after I got over the acute illness, and some other lingering symptoms. In October, an ENT dr. Told me he was sure I caught covid and was having a post viral syndrome. One of the long term symptoms has been weird trigeminal tingling on the right side of my fave for months. That started to drastically reduce a few hours after my first dose of the vaccine and has almost gone away since then.

I caught a nasty virus in the beginning of July last year from work. I had lingering symptoms and 3 months after being acutely sick an ENT dr. said he felt I had caught covid because the long term fatigue, fogginess in thinking is showing up in people who had covid. I developed sores in my mouth about 2 weeks after I was initially sick in July, again in the end of October, then again a couple days ago. The ENT dr. Told me he feels I have had shingles outbreaks along branches of my trigeminal nerves due to immunoneuro fatigue. I don't no if this lastest episode is related to getting my 2nd covid vaccine dose on Jan 5 or not.

Aphonia, Flatulence and Heavy menstrual bleeding

YSH-45820-17902

Sore throat, congestion, cough, really just a cold I think

I had a pretty bad cold- fever, chills, headache, runny nose, congestion. I'm still getting over the runny nose and congestion.

Cough, headache, slight fever

Gas pain, probably not related

I think my period this month was heavier than usual.

Diarrhea, currently experiencing cold symptoms

Congestion, nasal drainage.

I've had nasal drainage and a cough and I lost my voice. This is not necessarily related to the vaccine though.

Stress, Herpes zoster and Night sweats

YSH-54077-11435

I had a large red swollen very itchy spot appear on my arm near (not at) the innoculation site. It started to itch on day 8. It continued to grow for about 4 days and then started to go away. The area was about 3x5 inches. Lasted about a w

The red welt as disappeared the itching remained for several days.All is clear now. I will get 2nd shot on the 15th, going to have it in other arm!

No not really, however, the large red itching welt that occurred after the first shot did not occur this time. (I had the injection in the other arm) There was itching and some redness near but not at the injection site. The area was itchy for about 4 days, but it didnt start until about 6 days after I received the vaccine.

I developed shingles. I doubt it is related to the vaccine, probably stress. Although I have a naturely strong immune system, never get colds, flu, etc. I take no medicines prescription or other. So vaccine connection ???!!! Regular appointment.

The first night after the shot I had big time night sweats. Nothing after that!

Not from this booster, but I wanted to report that after the first vaccine series I got shingles. I did't connect the shingles with the vaccine until I read where tere had been an increase in Shingles. I have a strong immune system, so it made sens

Heart rate increased, Chills and Pyrexia

YSH-91298-49866

Worsening headache. I recently had strokes, bilateral vertebral artery dissections and surgery for stents. My providers are unsure if the headaches were related to the vaccine or my recent health issues. Headaches have improved the past few days. Phone calls

I missed my check in yesterday due to feeling ill- I had a fever of 101.6, heart rate up to 150, body aches, chills, and headache. Today i am feeling much improved

Abnormal behavior, Anal hemorrhage and Emotional disorder

YSJ-16782-52171

Very emotional

Had diarrhea yesterday. (Mild)

Constipation

I have had tinnitus for years it was considerable worse for a couple days last week. I would have stayed home if I had a job.Also, anal bleeding was intense. Pretty sure that is a fiber issue.

TinnItus is really bad.

I am uncharacteristically happy and pain free today. Tinnitus still exists but that is old news

I am uncharacteristically happy, loving, and a joy to be around

Asthma has been off the charts (I have been moving more and I have gained a significant amount of weight over the last year)

I have been off the charts emotional. My eyes are ugly puffy like they have never been. I am using my inhaler nightly and Zyrtec and Flonase aren't providing any relief.

I had a 100 degree fever for about four hours in August

Breast cancer stage I, Injection site swelling and Injection site erythema

YSJ-27209-75017

This is my first check-in I received my second shot on March 19th and 13 hours later had chills and fever Had fever up to 102.4 body aches and headache for 30 hours Then had extreme exhaustion on the third day. Then I was much better

I have discovered I have stage one breast cancer and will go for surgery next week 2 mammograms 1 biopsy and an in person visit to my surgeon

The swelling and redness at the injection area lasted from Saturday to Tuesday and is gone today

Gastric disorder, Injection site mass and Burning sensation

YSJ-61163-68636

Weird taste In mouth since I received the vaccination

Big round area at injection side that resembles a rash with multiple lumps inside and covers my upper arm and it is hot, red & painful..

Rash on elbow of opposite arm. The rash is hot, burning and looks like the same one that I got at the injection site arm. It has lasted 4 days now.

Arthritic type rash on elbow & night sweats

Stomach issues- N/V/D & Fever along with the same rash on elbow which has not gone away.

Abnormal sensation in eye, Tenderness and Influenza like illness

YSJ-92423-66647

my back has been hurting a little the last couple of days, but don't really think it's from the vaccine.

just feeling a little off today; a little foggy

Intermittent back and hip pain; occasional dizziness.

was a little nauseous off and on last night (24 hrs post booster)m just a little flu-ish feeling.

the achiness is pretty normal at this point.

Middle back pain. chiropractor; orthopedist appt scheduled for next week

I don't think I actually have a fever, but my eyes have that feverish feeling.

arm pain gets less and less each day. only sore to the touch the last 2 days.

felt a little itchy last night (not at site of injection). it subsided by bedtime.

Hepatic enzyme increased, Blood glucose decreased and Blood pressure decreased

YSK-59551-75009

I dont know if its connected to the vaccine, but my blood sugar has been testing lower than usual, and my blood pressure has been testing higher. Also, the redness that was initially around the vaccine site has lightened in color, but has expa

Elevated liver enzymes. Dont know if its related.

I have had to increase my Levothyroxine dosage quite a bit. It is unusual for my thyroid stimulating hormone to get so high for no apparent reason, resulting in the need for a higher dose.

My thyroid supplement had to be increased by a greater amount than ever, as my TSH levels were uncharacteristically getting higher. It seemed as though my thyroid gland was barely working.

I don't know if it's related, but my blood pressure has been lower than normal.

My blood pressure has been lower than usual since getting the second booster

Covid

Large intestinal polypectomy, Large intestine polyp and Anal incontinence

YSK-73447-50473

Chronic back problems turned into big muscle spasms. Being treated with tizanidine.

Back pain, thumb pain... arthritis, dizzy/out of sorts from muscle relaxer and allergy meds. Done with relaxer in two days.

Hip and back pain ... Chronic.

Pain at base of thumbs ... Probably arthritis. Fatigue and sleeping excessively.

Upset stomach with peculiar bowel movement.one day unable to control movement in time to reach bathroom.

Irregular bowel movements

Per cologuard, blood in stool. Colonoscopy is scheduled.

General malaise afternoon

I have chronic muscle and joint pain, same as pre-vaccinations.

Chronic pain before covid shots

Upset stomach and belching

Upset stomach, diarrhea

pain from lower back knee is severe today and Aleve isn't doing it's job.

Colonoscopy removed polyps. Stomach and digestive issues.

Stomach pain; constipation, diarrhea

Hemorrhage intracranial, Ruptured cerebral aneurysm and Eye contusion

YSL-18903-43336

7th night body rash, Benedy solved, 10-11 left leg and face swelled, 12 on next day ok... since left eye and below Red and swollen, head ache 11 and today... do not feel good nauseates .... resting!

Head ache, different... my neck is very stiff and my ears are??? Do not hear well on the left side. I have tested all day... it might be me!!! I actually had a dr. App. But cancelled, it was ortho... thank you

Just severe pain in my shoulders and back... but, honestly do not know if this is any connection with shot

Just same back pain that I had before shots!

I am always tired... not because of the shot

Muscle aches , burning eyes... just very tired

Feels like bladder infection, tired, rash and possibly small temp, resting and know what to do.

Pain in abdomen are and the Bach has hurt before, I have cracking ear and feel strange in head.. headache, just resting!

Body rash, I have to take a bath to try and relieve the burning itching. My back is very weak, hurts so, that its difficult to do anything. Swear a lot. Just feel very lousy...I have had health problems before this, so I do not know if I contribut

Small blood vessels popping in brain., bruising, swelling... very tired!

Kidney, bladder infection falling , balance off and I had two black eyes Two dr. App

Injection site nodule, Injection site induration and Feeling cold

YSL-25408-38609

The injection site redness was present yesterday (day 2 post injection) but is gone today. There is, however, a swollen area that remains slightly warm and is firm to the touch. It is very slightly tender.

The injection site remains swollen/firm, but the diameter of the circular are is smaller and it is less warm.

Firm area at site of injection, now about fingertip size, remains.

Constipation After hours phone consultation

Palpitations and dizziness, combined with a sense of dread/vulnerability, being unusually cold (but not feverish), no appetite. Several instances of pounding, rapid heartbeat.

Nasal discomfort, Eye irritation and Edema peripheral

YSL-32904-69846

I have numbness in my hands occasionally and for some reason it seems to be worse today in the arm I got the injection.

My nose and eye kind of burn. It feels like when you get water stuck in your nose

My underarm is pretty swollen and hurts. Its right where my lymph nodes are and its the same arm that I got the shot in

Slight swelling of armpit on side of injected arm

I got a CTA with contrast today so the rash could be related to that

Myositis, Movement disorder and Musculoskeletal pain

YSL-33144-62206

Deltoid muscle is excruciating 8/10, taking Advil rtc, unable to use deltoid without severe pain, I am doing physical therapy to avoid muscle atrophy. Terrible pain

Unable to lift arm , Deltoid muscle is inflamed for 8 days

Rash/ sore throat/continued deltoid pain with limited range Accupuncture /physical therapy

Rash

Continued deltoid pain with decrease movement unresolved

Continued Deltoid pain and scapular pain Pain meds, steroids, PT, getting mri

Chronic left shoulder bursitis

Arthropod bite, Sensitive skin and Swelling

YSL-52674-64979

Cough and asthma flare up

Asthma attack that required medication

Asthma

Ive noticed more ringing in my ears, its very minor and only comes in short bursts but Ive never really experienced it before and I dont wear earbuds a lot or do things that could damage my hearing

Tinnitus

My skin is much more reactive to mosquito bites and I get a large red bump when I used to get a small bump. Multiple bites also become large welts when they uses to stay small, individual bites.

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