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.
Injection site warmth, Injection site swelling and Erythema
Starting on 02/20/21 the site of the injection swelled up really large. I think it was about 4-5 inches across and it got really itchy. No redness, no pain, no rash. Now on 02/27/21 its about a third of the size it was before. No itching.
The injection site is hot, which is a typical response for me from other vaccines.
Red area getting larger, now is 5x7-8
Headache
Redness at the inject site has spread and is 4"x7"
Redness at injection site now 4.5"x8.5"
I had a high fever for one week and during that time developed a cough. Little appetite and kind of tired. Got a Z pack and the fever is gone. I still have a cough. Tested negative for Covid and influenza A and B.
I've caught a cold. Runny nose, sneezing, coughing, but no fever. I tested negative for Covid.
Increased upper airway secretion, Feeling of body temperature change and Thirst
Pins and needles feeling down left arm where shot was put in shoulder. Tingling in hands. Itching on arms and legs.
Cotton mouth (thirsty); feeling hot & cold with no fever
Sore throat
Gastrointestinal issues (diarrhea, gas, abdominal cramping), significant phlegm in throat, difficulty sleeping.
Tingling in fingers and feet and cotton mouth for first 90-120 minutes after 2nd shot
Itching feet and ankles; cotton mouth
Itching ankles & feet (only since shot)
COVID like symptoms: muscle aches, coughing, headache
Amnesia, Loss of consciousness and Fall
I have some of those but when I click on the ability to type something here I dont check them all. I didnt know about this I got the vaccine couple of days ago and I felt horrible. I still have joint pain dizziness. The day of the shot I fell down so my child my dad did it. I just basically passed out with a rapid heartbeat and a lot of pain and weakness. But when I got the shot nobody told me the information was on the piece of paper to login and Ive been trying to find a login and password to get here since I got the vaccine. They couldve done that a lot better. Sunday when I got the shot, I got home I had a headache very dizzy, I fell, hard,
TiredJoint pointStuffyHeadache
Extreme fatigue. Need to sleep for half an hour every two hours. Memory lost. Loss of balance I don't know why I feel this out. CDC did call me after I told you how bad the vaccine affected me. They directed me to go use the website I can already us
Why do I bother writing it. I had a bad reaction to the vaccine and I'm not touching the boosters because I was so sick. The CDC even called me and then they referred me to the website that you can put unfiltered data in his feedback. CDC is useless.
Crohn's disease, Abdominal pain and Myalgia
I have some symptoms- joint & muscle pain, tiredness and abdominal pain- on an ongoing basis due to other health conditions. I have not experienced a change in these symptoms following the vaccine.
Also have Crohns Disease, Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia and am on immunosuppressants for Crohns. No additional symptoms beyond what is typical for my conditions
Crohns is flaring. Started prior to vaccine but symptoms have worsened over the past week. Most likely correlation of timeframes than vaccine causing the problem.
Crohns Disease is flaring. Symptoms consistent with this.
Brain fog
Middle insomnia, Parosmia and Flushing
After my shot I had a brief fever the next morning around 4 am yesterday and a sore throat this morning around 4 am. In both cases I went back to sleep and was fine when I woke up. My face was flush this am for a brief period. But otherwise its been fine.
Woke around 4 am with the right gland swollen but was gone when I got up in the morning
Injection site started to itch for a day this past week.
My injection arm became very sore for 1 day (I had been doing some lifting the day before but nothing too heavy.) It was very difficult to use it the following day - pain level of 3. The following day it was fine, just sore at the injection site.
Arm continues to hurt at injection site and having issues with smell - things are smell like cigarettes and no one smokes in my circle of friends or family. Just another random CoV-2 symptom ...
Pathogen resistance, Spinal pain and Musculoskeletal discomfort
Lower back and hip pain
Back pain
Lumbar spine pain
Spine and hip pain ongoing
I tested positive for Covid today
Cough and congestion
I have tested positive for Covid on Jan 30 so hard to say what symptoms are what
Cough, sinus drainage
Elevated temp and abdominal cramps. First injection site has become tender again. No reddened or warmth
Abdominal cramping
Unrelenting migraine headache for ten days straight at the early part of Apr and then another episode of migraine for 6 straight days
Drug resistant UTI
Bronchospasm, Carpal tunnel syndrome and Rheumatoid arthritis
Nausea on Wednesday 2/3
Just arm pain in the deltoid of the injection
Nasal congestion this week and a flare in my rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid flare and began methotrexate 5 weeks ago. Rheumatology
I had brochospasm and completely full nasal sinus congestion 14 hours after my Moderna booster. Temp was 99.9 for 48 hours. The wheeze was removed with albuterol. The sinuses cleared in the AM.
I had really bad diarrhea last night, but I had my methotrexate for RA 28 hours prior. That could be it.
Wheezing. I had an asthma attack 14 hours after Moderna. I don't have asthma. Then I've been wheezing at night all last week. Mild dry cough at night. Used albuterol a few times. Started Zyrtec.
I had an Arthus reaction to my second Shingrex vaccine. My first was 7/5 and my second was 12/3.
I have bilateral carpel tunnel. I've never had that before. EMg confirmed
Rheumatoid arthritis flare and POTS flare after contracting Covid 5.17.22
Tinnitus, Cough and Fatigue
Hissing in my ears has been going on since my second shot. I never associated it with my shot, until IWent to my doctor he asked if I had any new medications.. The vaccine was the only thing new in my system. Could it cause Tinnitus? In person visit to my PCP and then an audio list, scheduled to see an ENT next!
Tinnitus : began after getting my second Covid shot.. been dealing with it since last March! Visit with my primary care doctor, then an audiologist for a hearing test, then an ENT doctor.
The hissing in my ears ( tinnitus) is louder than usual.
Just louder than normal Hissing in my ears
Hissing in ears , is not as loud today
Hissing in ears still a constant sound.
Hissing my ears still going on.
Hissing in my ears .
Dry cough.. tired.
My tinnitus from my first COVID shot has gotten louder in past couple of days.???
Louder hissing in my ears since I received my booster..
Ischemic stroke, Death and Cerebrovascular accident
Nayda had an Ischemie stroke on Friday, 2/12 at 10:15 p.m. She is currently in intensive care unit for recovery. (b)(6) suffered an ischemie stroke on Friday 3/12 at 10:15 pm. She is currently in intensive care for treatment in
Nayda is being hospitalized since Friday night (3/12). She is currently in intensive care She had an ischemic stroke. She is currently in intensive care
(b)(6) had a ischemic stroke on Friday night (3/12) Due to ischemic stroke on Friday 3/12
Currently in intensive care due ischemic stroke Due ischemic stroke
Still in the Hospital due to ischemic stroke Due to an ischemic stroke
She had a stroke 2 weeks ago. Now she got Pneumonia Pneumonia
She is still hospitalized due to an ischemic stroke
(b)(6) passed away on Friday, 4/2/21
Nayda has deceased.
Nausea, Pain in extremity and Rhinorrhea
The arm that I received my vaccination is extremely sore. I have not seen a doctor. The pain is manageable.
I received my vaccination in my left arm. Since my second vaccination the pain on my arm has persisted. My final vaccination was April 10th. The pain in my arm (when I extend up) is a 5 of 10 pain scale.
Significant pain in the arm that I had my vaccination.
Sore throat, cough, runny nose, nausea
Parathyroid reimplantation, Parathyroidectomy and Diaphragmalgia
Throughout the night, experienced sharp stabbing pains in hands, back, knees, diaphragm area.
possible hyperparathyroidism; related symptoms: fatigue, bone and joint pain; nausea; general malaise
Diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism; I also got my COVID booster (on 11/12/21) since you last contacted me.
I had parathyroid surgery. Two parathyroid glands removed; one transplanted to the neck muscle. Out-patient surgery.
trigeminal face pain and posterior neck stiffness pain (yesterday and today)
abdominal cramping, akin to ibs symptoms; likely unrelated
Nerve compression, Injection site discoloration and Bone pain
Suffer from migraine
Hx multi Med problems dx with Covid in 12:/39
High blood pressure
Tiredness wont leave
Headaches & blood pressure issues & very tired all the time otherwise ok. Consulted dr . Have hx of high bp
Abdominal pain was awful & came so quickly after shot
I just csnt seem to gain strength
Just not feeling myself at all
Headaches & extreme muscle aches Dr appt 5/14 Scheduled 5/14
The bone aches dont go away nor the headache come & goes. I suffer migraines but these are different.BP been high but Dr did not feel vaccine related
High blood pressure aching body Ive not felt right since having Covid in 12/2020 or since vaccine
Nerve compression spine unrelated I think
Sinus infection, sore throat, UTI
Brain fog . Headaches . Just overall lousey
Multiple cold symptoms fatigue after receiving covid 19 bivalent vaccine. Sore arm also black & blue injection site . Body aches nausea
Sleep deficit, Sputum discolored and Productive cough
slept for 4 hours and feel the need for rest.
I was with a grandson (32 months) who was experiancing what we all thought were allergies. Runny nose, clear mucus. Next day, I had all the symptoms of a bad cold: sneezing, runny nose, tired, and an overnight cough. I went to doctor for assessment. allowed office visit. Also went to another site for Covid test
Coughing, phlegm/ yellow, sneezing, constant runny nose/clear mucus, no temperature, headache/small
External ear pain, Hyperesthesia and Pollakiuria
The skin on the sides and back of my neck hurts to the touch this actually started the evening i got my 1st shot but didn't think much of it
Skin tenderness on sides and back of my neck is better
Still having sensative skin on the side and back of my neck
Still has sensative skin on the back of my neck
Skin on back of my neck is still sensitive
Still have a patch on my neck of skin thst that is really sensative to touch
Pain behind my left ear lobe
Increased urination no uti or any reason
Constipation, Abdominal pain upper and Vomiting
I had SI joint fusion surgery the day before I received the vaccine (Jan 6). On Jan 8 ( day after vaccine) I took Milk of Magnesia for constipation. I had a fentanyl pain patch and had taken three hydrocodone the previous two days. I had severe stomach cramps, diarrhea and vomiting off and on all day Friday. I'm not sure if it was a result of the surgery, pain medication, vaccine or Milk or Magnesia.
Nausea
Rash erythematous, Burning sensation and Erythema
Rash area is getting larger. It was one large plaque now a large one and a few smaller ones.
Wanted to note that a relative who was given moderna shot at same time/location as me has also suffered from a bad case of covid arm.
Vaccine arm (but not at injection site) started burning as if I had burned it on the stove. There was roughly a week between when earlier covid arm symptoms had disappeared and this burning pain started. There was still a small red patch there.
Grip strength decreased, Joint swelling and Arthritis
Shoulder pain
Worsening arthritis pain in wrists, back, hands
Joint pains and swelling, mostly wrist and knees. Wrists have been especially bad. I realize this could be for other reasons but it has escalated since my second vaccine.
Arthritis flare in both wrists about 3 weeks after my booster. Similar to my experience last year after the first vaccines. Perhaps not related but symptoms resolved in mid Aug '21 and returned January '22. Booster December '21. Pain and weak grip.
I would like to get my 2nd dose of Phizer before March 12 2021. Im having back surgery, Laminectomy Decompression. On 3/15 21. If not I will have to have a Covid test 3 days before surgery.
No side effects. I am hoping to get my second Phizer injection after 2/15/2021 before my scheduled back surgery on 3 15/ 21. Thank You!
Im anxious for my second injection. Thank you! I have back surgery 3/15/21. Will be in the hospital one night !
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Ovarian cyst and Abdominal pain lower
Under arm and side of body are extremely sore.
I had IMMENSE pain in my lower left abdomen yesterday that caused me to seek medical care. I was told I have an ovarian cyst. I dont personally believe it has anything to do with the vaccine, but Ive never had pain like that before! Apt with OBGYN
Severe sore throat today.
Brain Fog/ ADHD Like symptoms
Diagnosed with two sinus infections in the last month. Tested negative for covid both times. On second round of antibiotics and feeling much better now.
Breath odor, Blood glucose decreased and Lymphadenitis
I felt lightheaded just after the shot. Shot was around noon when I usually eat lunch and I noticed my blood glucose was dropping at that time. Those symptoms probably unrelated to the vaccine.
Very mild muscle weakness for two hours
Weakness and little numbness on right side of the body
After I logged yesterday, the numbness on the right side of my body increased significantly for several hours. Now Im totally fine, no numbness so far.
Hard to concentrate
I felt very tired, sore throat and had fever. I got a Covid-19 test, just in case, waiting for the results.
Lymph nodes are still inflamed
Very small bruises (5-6 mm) have appeared unexpectedly in my arm (same side as I received the two vaccines).
Minor sore throat
I had bad breath bone pains one day, unexpectedly. I also experienced some irregularities with menstruation after the booster.
Eye swelling, Vertigo and Dizziness
Swollen eyes
My dizzy spells have gotten worse every day.
I figured a little dizziness would be normal. And I also wonder if it has anything to do with the vaccine. But, since my vaccine I have experienced dizzy spells that started with one or two but are now daily.
Since Ive gotten the vaccine I have experienced progressive symptoms of vertigo every day. I saw my doctors for an annual exam and my health otherwise is just fine. And we all know it may be completely unrelated, but I thought it was worth mention
Tachyphrenia, Stress and Poor quality sleep
I received the vaccine at around 4 in the afternoon. I woke up that evening around 3:30 in the morning with my heart pounding in my chest. I got up and checked my blood pressure, 158/96, pulse was 121. I took Lisinipril BP med and by 9:00 am BP was 138/91, pulse was 72. At 10:00 am BP was 122/85 and pulse 64. Fatigued that day and sore arm. Next day all was good.
Sore arm, mild
Cold sweats, mind racing, unable to sleep
Chills moving to sweats. Restless sleep and removing pajamas to cool off. Some shortness of breath. Texas freeze and no power for 2 days may have added some stress.
Lymph node pain, Injection site pain and Pain in extremity
Arm pain injection site
Just felt off first 48 hrs could not put my fonger on it. No real symptoms other than 2 days of arm injection site pain.
Day 4 and 5 jan 5th and 7th from jan 3rd had tender rt side throat lymph nodes on neck. Slight ha behind eyes. Friday jan 8th stayed home to rest. Sote throat went away on friday jan 8th. Just felt off day 4 and 5. First two days sore arm injection. Pain.
Rotator cuff repair, Eye inflammation and Rotator cuff syndrome
I expect the arm pain to get worse by bedtime.
Lt eye redness puffiness, ? Stye
Still have inflammation of Lt eye area
Occasional dry cough
Dry cough continues
Cough deepening. Tested Binax positive at work Sent home before starting work, PCP sent swab for PCR
Cough, congestion, runny nose, fatigue, headache, loss of taste and smell
Inflammation of Sacroiliac Joint, not related to the vaccine. In person visit
Felt overheated
Recently (7/8/22) had surgery for a torn rotator cuff. It's a painful recovery and some days are better than others. Today is a really painful day after PT.
Injection site streaking, Diabetes mellitus and Somnolence
1- Yesterday there was 1-inch tiny visiblr line under the skin next to where i got shot. It was like bedbug track. It is gone today. 2- Last 2 days, in the evening, when i took off my first shirt i got strong itching in a minute. My back had red spots under my 2nd shirt. This might be because of something else like dehydration but, still it was unusual for 2 straight evenings.
Headache, especially in the evening.
Sleeping more.More diabetics syptoms. Doctor visit.
Prostatitis, Hand-foot-and-mouth disease and Gout
Sinus pressure, high fever, chills, headaches, minor cough. Diagnosed as sinusitis. Confirmed COVID-19 NEGATIVE.
Swollen lymph node in neck on side of injection.
Swollen lymph node on neck on side of injection.
Swollen lymph node in neck
Gout flare-up
Gout flare-up. Congestion and headaches.
Sinus congestion. Minor cough. Headaches.
Sore throat, minor congestion, minor cough.
Fever, chills, headaches, cough, heartburn, nausea.
Presumed prostatitis.
Brief shortness of breath and heart pounding
Sore throat
Sore throat - likely Hand Foot and Mouth Disease contracted from toddler son in daycare.
Sore throat, skin rash - Hand Foot & Mouth Disease
Sore Throat/Mouth Sores (Hand Foot and Mouth Disease)
Heart rate, Impaired work ability and Disturbance in attention
Body/joint aches, headache, fatigue, hard to concentrate. I have MCTD. A flare started after receiving the first shot, but I knew that was a risk beforehand. I only missed a half day of work due to migraine.
Both the first and second shot, I noticed that my heart rate has elevated to 86 bpm average. Even during sleep it doesn't stop racing... Is this normal?? Thanks.
Brain fog and fatigue continues as well as elevated heart rate. Otherwise doing ok.
Urticaria, Injection site swelling and Injection site pruritus
A day after vaccine shot, I had headache, fatigue, but I am fine today (second day after) except very slight fever in the morning.
2 hives that changed to one large rash with itching and swollen around vaccine shot area Monday thru Wednesday on second week. Now things are good.
Last night, my symptoms changed to moderate from mild with chills, headaches, body aches and fatigue. But today, its back to mild.
Backache
Ive had diarrhea 3 times within last 2 weeks. I am not sure if its related to vaccine shots.
Day after booster shot, I felt chills, body aches, light headache, sneezing and injection site aches. I got a booster shot on 11/17/21.
Bronchitis viral, Pollakiuria and Viral infection
Sore throat, headache, sinus pressure, cough,congestion,nausea,diarrhea, chills,night sweats, weak, fatigue, joint aches, sinus infection. Negative for covid and flu
Legs ache worse. Had stopped aching when I started antibiotics for a sinus infection. Sinus infection not gone. Pcp office visit
Muscle aches, frequent urination Dr's office
Vomit diarrhea cough aches and pains fever weak
Fever 103.2, cough, sinus infection, UTI, viral bronchitis, chills, night sweats, headache, nausea, diarrhea
Had a cough for 3 months and sinus infection, uti and viral bronchitis I havent recovered ftom yet.
Had a viral infection for 10 days Doctors office
Pharyngeal paresthesia, Drug hypersensitivity and Hyperthyroidism
Short time tingling on lips, tongue, throat. Went away
Short episodes of tingling on lips, tongue & scratchy throat.
Episodes of tinglIng sensation mainly on lips, a bit on tongue too. Mild nasal stuffiness
Episodes of tingling on lips and a bit on tongue (like pins and needles)
Mild episodes of tingling of the lips and tongue, mild stuffy nose & scratchy throat
Less episodes of mild tingling on lips and tongue
Short Episodes of tingling sensation on lips and tongue
Episodes of mild tingling in tongue
Episodes of tingling on lips legs snd tongue
Dizziness
Worsening fatigue, vertigo, and body aches
Feeling super tired and dizzy Went hyperthyroid after being hypo all my life WBCs on low end of range Labs
Changes in TSH, serious allergic reaction to medicine I wasnt allergic to before
Arm pain
Swelling under arm of injection
Swelling and pain under arm where I received the vaccine
Dizziness and swelling and pain underneath injection arm
Dizziness and swelling and pain underneath arm where shot given
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