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.
Skin bacterial infection, Rash pruritic and Paresthesia
3.15.2021 – About a couple weeks after my second Pfizer shot February 8 th, I developed a rash on my back. Dermatologist by way of a picture of rash, stated believed a bacteria hair rash and have been using triamcinone acetonide cream. It originally itched but See comment above
3.24.2021 – I mentioned before, about a week after my second virus shot developed an itching back with pin like rash overall back. Dr. Stated a bacterial rash of hair particles based upon sending a photo of back. No actual test taken for snowbirds in (b)(6).
Eyelid disorder, Eyelid irritation and Erythema of eyelid
2.15.2021 – My left eyelid is red & swelled. It has been that way since the evening of my vaccination. I went to my eye dr. on Friday. He prescribed Claritin, an antibiotic, & hot compresses on my eyelid. None of it has helped.
2.16.2021 – I went to my medical Doctor today about my red & swelled eyelid. He said it was definitely NOT a side effect of the vaccination. It just happened close together. He prescribed a cream for me to use on the eyelid & let him know if it doesnt get better.
2.17.2021 – Im putting the prescription cream on my eyelid 2-3 times a day
2.24.2021 – My eyelid is still red & swelled & now there is a scab ? forming on the eyelid. It has been there for a week & I cant peel it off. My Dr doesnt know what to do, so he said to get an appointment with a dermatologist. Dont think I will get 2nd
3.4.2021 – My eyelid is not getting better so I rescheduled my 2nd shot in 3 wks. Dermatologist
3.24.2021 – I still have a red spot on my eyelid that appeared the evening I recd my first dose on 2/10/21. The size has has decreased, but the eyelid is still red & a little swelled. Eye doctor & dermatologist
Tongue erythema, Dizziness and Fatigue
1.19.2021 – I am always fatigued from my brain cancer. Does not seem any different since I got the vaccine.
1.22.2021 – I am always tired from my brain cancer
1.24.2021 – I am always tired
1.25.2021 – I am always tired.
1.26.2021 – I am always tired (brain cancer)
2.2.2021 – Very tired
2.17.2021 – Dizziness Emailed my oncologist
3.3.2022 – I had my 3rd dose of Moderna on 9/2/21. Shortly after, a dark red area appeared on my tongue. It appears to be benign, but it is still there. ENT thinks maybe it is an immune response to the vaccine. MRI
Fracture pain, Clavicle fracture and Peripheral swelling
4.6.2021 – I broke a clavicle on Saturday, Apr 6.
4.8.2021 – My symptoms are most certainly due to my broken clavicle. For the aforementioned broken clavicle.
4.9.2021 – Still hurting from clavicular fracture.
4.11.2021 – Continuing clavicular fracture symptoms as mentioned previously
4.12.2021 – Continue to have pain from clavicular fracture mentioned previously, surgery on Wednesday.
4.15.2021 – Surgery for broken collarbone yesterday.
4.20.2021 – Swollen, sore left arm.
1.18.2022 – Minor headaches, sore throat
Neck mass, Flank pain and Musculoskeletal discomfort
11.12.2021 – Tenderness and enlarged lymph nodes at/along collarbone
11.13.2021 – Still have enlarged tender lymph node on collarbone on the side of injection
11.14.2021 – Still swollen lymph node on collarbone but no tenderness
12.7.2021 – Discomfort and pain of the upper abdomen moving intermittently into my side and back.
2.8.2022 – Continuing to diagnose abdominal pain since early December 2021.
9.8.2022 – I had all my symptoms the day after the shot, but gone today.
9.9.2022 – Small movable lymph node lump on left collarbone.
9.10.2022 – Still small swollen lymph node on left collarbone.
9.11.2022 – Still small swollen lymph node on left collarbone
Lethargy, Abdominal discomfort and Diarrhea
10.3.2021 – Diarrhea occurred about 6 hrs after booster shot & cleared up about 4 hrs later but was fairly intense while it lasted with Gastro intestinal discomfort. Felt fine next morning.
10.2.2022 – Contracted Covid about 3 months ago. Not sure whether I received a questionnaire during that timeframe & whether I reported on it to Vsafe? Only 1 case of Covid & it was fairly mild lethargic/cold case since I had been fully vaccinated & boosted.
Hand fracture, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Injection site pain
2.4.2021 – Soreness at injection site.
2.8.2021 – I do have fatigue but I believe it's from being a Covid long hauler....
3.10.2021 – Yes, 3/5/21 I had a fever 99.7/extreme chills/severe fatigue/HA. These symptoms severely affected my day. 3/6/21 no fever, but still felt feverish/some fatigue. 3/7/21 is when I returned to normal health.
6.4.2021 – Not necessarily Covid and/or vaccination related, but sustained a broken hand. Does the vaccine affect bone density?
9.4.2021 – I've just been more fatigued lately, but that honestly could be from anything. I've considered getting a Covid test done.
Epstein-Barr virus infection reactivation, Hyperacusis and Ear disorder
3.24.2021 – Left side of face felt odd this am. A bit numb. Better now.
3.25.2021 – Face still feels strange, numbish, buzzing in legs and feet
4.1.2021 – Ears are still ringing and face still feels slightly numb/tight.
4.9.2021 – Joints in feet and hips hurt. Face continues to feel tingly/odd off and on. Tinnitus is still 24/7. Some ear pain and pressure continue. Email for advice
4.20.2021 – Tinnitus, ear fullness, strange pressure in back of head, buzzing in back of head
5.13.2021 – Congestion, cough, fatigue, took a Covid test yesterday but dont have results yet
5.27.2021 – Reactivation of Epstein Barr virus. Doctors office visit
10.12.2021 – Reactivation of Epstein Barr, continued fatigue, tinnitus, hypercausis, hearing loss, and dizziness if I bend over or turn my head to the side quickly. Primary care doctor
4.15.2022 – Pains in back of head. Tinnitus, ear issues, and dizziness continue.
Conjunctivitis, Ocular hyperemia and Swelling
1.8.2021 – Conjunctivitis in both eyes when I woke up this morning. I toke 1/2 a 25 mg Benadryl tab. My eye redness was 80% better a couple hours later
1.9.2021 – Toe swelling and redness from yesterday 80% resolved. Took 12.5mg Benadryl in AM
1.10.2021 – I woke up this morning with conjunctivitis again today, took 12.5mg of Benadryl and it mostly resolved. Toes redness from 2 days ago now gone.
2.4.2021 – Diarrhea 12 hours post moderna second vaccine yesterday morning, then achy feeling x24 hours post vaccine, then fatigue yesterday In first 24 hours
4.25.2022 – I had some achiness for a couple days post my Covid vaccination and felt fine since. On Thursday 4/21, I received two vaccinations from my primary physician: Tdap and Pneumococcal polysaccharide PPSV23. 36 hrs later, I had severe diarrhea/vomiting
5.9.2022 – Two weeks post my Covid vaccination and 36 hours post my getting a routine PTAP vaccination from my primary care physician, I had explosive diarrhea and vomiting and then went on to have headache and malaise for several days. ? Norovirus outbreak?
Lymphatic disorder, Swelling and Menstruation irregular
4.2.2021 – Trouble sleeping. Only Had 10 hours of sleep since my shot.
4.4.2021 – I do have mast cell activation syndrome, hereditary Alphatryptasemia syndrome, and POTS.
4.7.2021 – I have POTS and my temp regulation, sleep, and sitting (not standing) are usually well balanced but have been completely flared since the shot. Had a lymphatic physical therapy visit as I was so swollen everywhere. I do have Hereditary Alphatryptasemia Syndrome and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
4.14.2021 – My POTS has been much worse since the vaccine
4.23.2021 – My POTS symptoms continue to flare post 2nd dose. Lymphatic drainage and autonomic retraining
5.5.2021 – POTS, MCAS, migraine, and Hereditary Alphatryptasemia Syndrome are all worse than before my vaccine. Physical therapy rehabilitation
5.12.2021 – POTS, Migraine, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome are all worse than they were prior to my vaccines Physical therapy retraining of the autonomic nervous system
6.30.2021 – Irregular period, worsened POTS (already had severe POTS), and worsened MCAS & Hereditary Alphatryptasemia Syndrome
Acquired esophageal web, Brain operation and Subdural hematoma
1.14.2021 – I take a biologic for rheumatoid. I am delaying my infusion in order for the vaccine to provide my immune system to build from the vaccine my infusion
1.15.2021 – Not taking my biologic at this time. So my hand is a little stiff.
2.1.2021 – Flu like feelibg
2.8.2021 – Lots of mucus in throat since the GI doctor saw it with a camera. I believe that I had Covid-19 in Dec Dec, 2019. February, 2020 coughing for weeks caused an esophageal web. On antibiotics now, because of the abundance of mucus. Felt that I should share this .
8.2.2021 – Recovering from a bilateral subdural hematoma -- brain operations. People that I know said my hematoma was the result of the Pfizer Vaccine. I don't believe this. But some of those people are using that rumor from not getting vaccinated. Contact me.
Adrenal disorder, Blood potassium decreased and Aphasia
2.17.2021 – Shortness of breath. I feel short of breath just sitting down.
9.30.2021 – Actually, even better than last check-in. I work nights so it is difficult to tell if fatigue was from work or vaccine. I think, maybe, part of my fatigue was from vaccine. The fatigue is totally gone now.
10.17.2021 – I feel like I am coming down with a cold. Slightly runny nose and frequent sneezing. Also, some post nasal drip. I turned down working sn extra 4 hours today. Instead I will work my regular 8 hours: 2300 to 0730.
10.24.2021 – Shortness of breath. I have COPD and asthma and my medicine doesn't seem to be working as well as usuall. A few days ago I had sneezing and runny nose. That went away but now my SOB is making it hard to do shopping. I am still doing shopping.
12.26.2021 – Scratchy throat, sneezing, runny nose and post nasal drip. Lethargy and slight headache. Got tested for COVID on Thursday lastcweek due to two staff testing positive. I am negative. Was tested before these symptoms were this bad.
3.27.2022 – Memory difficulties, word recall, just got my energy back, smell and taste is off with some foods but not all. I do not recall if you have contacted me between December 2021 and now. I got OMICRON. Dx 12/27/21. Had lingering symptoms through Feb
9.29.2022 – My potassium is low, I have fatigue, I het mild headaches. My doctor is concerned that my adrenal glands are malfunctioning. I need more tests. Saw PCP and potassium came back low twice. She has ordered more tests.
Plantar fasciitis, Sinus pain and Paranasal sinus hypersecretion
4.13.2021 – I cannot shake the fatigue.
5.4.2021 – Fatigue
9.28.2021 – Sinusitis and bilateral ear infection.
11.2.2021 – Bilateral foot pain.
11.9.2021 – Since getting the Moderna booster I have been struggling with a general malaise. It comes and goes. I just don't have my usual enthusiasm and energy. I also have headaches and nausea that come and go. No fever or chills. Smell and taste are normal.
11.18.2021 – Plantar facetious in my right foot.
1.26.2022 – Sinusitis. I get it 3-4 times per year.
5.17.2022 – 1. Sore throat with heavy mucus sinus drainage. 2. Severe planter CD faceitis.
5.24.2022 – Fever, headache, sinus pain and drainage, ear pressure, sore throat, cough and sneezing.
10.25.2022 – I got the second COVID booster on 10/24 and feel really lousy.
Tunnel vision, Night sweats and Hyperhidrosis
12.30.2020 – When I got the shot within 5 minutes I felt very weird and had an episode where I got dizzy and tunnel vision and soaking wet with sweat
1.3.2021 – Night sweats
1.20.2021 – I am not sure if its worth mentioning but I have never fainted in my life or ever almost fainted except when I received the covid vaccine and then again today. I got weak nauseous and soaked in sweat.
6.29.2021 – Lymph nodes swollen and painful for several weeks Referral apt booked with a specialist
Acupuncture, Periorbital swelling and Telemedicine
2.3.2021 – Bloody nose
2.5.2021 – Recurrence of nose bleed Acupuncture
2.9.2021 – Puffiness under eye Personal trainer assistance
2.25.2021 – Pain in hands
2.26.2021 – Hand pain
3.16.2021 – Pain left side and shoulder
3.23.2021 – Abdominal pain and back pain
3.30.2021 – Called 911, taken to ER for severe back pain- after exam, blood and urine analysis the Dr. felt it was musculoskeletal in nature- to see GP Thursday Emergency Room trip
4.6.2021 – Severe back pain, left foot pain and numbness, abdominal pain Additionally telecon and in-person visits with physicians
8.24.2021 – Heart attack
Temperature intolerance, Food allergy and Postmenopausal hemorrhage
4.11.2021 – Severe reaction to eating shrimp, which never happened before
4.22.2021 – Intermittent nausea and dizziness
4.29.2021 – Coughing attack
4.30.2021 – Coughing fits -- feels like your head might explode
5.1.2021 – Dizzy, Stuffy head and nose
5.2.2021 – Hives on chest and neck
5.3.2021 – Hives are still itchy, but getting better
5.4.2021 – Neurological, thought processing issues, depression
5.5.2021 – Still having neurological issues, dizziness and extreme fatigue, not feeling rested after sleeping 10 hours
5.6.2021 – Hives have gone away, still over tired, better than yesterday
5.27.2021 – Still having recurring issues with getting hives almost daily, upon touching certain things or eating certain things. But overall feel much better
10.28.2021 – Headaches, high blood pressure, fatigue and weakness, breathlessness, dizziness Scheduled an appointment to see dr this coming week (my vacation off work)
4.29.2022 – Numbness/tingling/heat sensation in my left foot. Heat sensitivity leading to extreme fatigue and brain fog.
5.30.2022 – Dizziness, unable to catch breathe, lightheaded when bending over, painful swollen legs & feet sometimes
6.5.2022 – I've gotten the beginning signs of shingles....again. I've had them before several times. I take natural remedies to curb full blown outbreak, make sure I'm well rested and eating well.
8.13.2022 – I have had 2 separate incidents of breakthrough bleeding. I've been in menopause since 2006, and haven't had any bleeding at all since 2011.
Meniere's disease, Periorbital swelling and Swelling of eyelid
3.5.2021 – Eyelids puffing, tinnitus I already have is screaming
3.6.2021 – Swollen eyelids, exacerbation of menieres-very loud tinnitus, dizziness, eyes having hard time focusing
3.7.2021 – Still affecting menires some, eyelids still puffy but better
3.8.2021 – Still a bit more dizzy than usual unless theres a weather change - Ménières related
3.11.2021 – Extra dizziness remains an issue, but I do have bilateral (b)(6) disease
3.26.2021 – Sense of smell and taste off, everything smells bad, tastes awful even water
3.27.2021 – Tinnitus
3.28.2021 – Dry cough that started last night, hoping its spring allergies please
3.29.2021 – Tinnitus still very loud
Iron deficiency, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Nausea
1.26.2021 – Beginning to think nausea is not related to COVID shot. Husband has just come down with the same symptoms. I have virtual doctor appointment tomorrow.
2.5.2021 – Fatigue
2.19.2021 – Days on and off of extreme fatigue. Unable to do housework.
3.2.2021 – Fatigue has been diagnosed as iron deficiency. Its noticed onset came 4 days after initial Covid shot. Any connections?
3.3.2021 – Fatigue diagnosis as iron deficiency. Could it be related to Covid shot?????
Injection site warmth, Hypersensitivity and Injection site swelling
3.22.2021 – Covid Vaccine Arm after 1st shot on day 8. 2nd Moderna shot in alternate arm 3/19/2. Covid Vaccine Arm appeared one day after shot. Still red, heated, swollen on day 4 about 4"x6" just below shot site. Clinic Dr. visit after 1st shot. not visited Primary care Dr. yet after 2nd shot
3.23.2021 – Covid arm still present and ichiness of skin tissue. Saw doctor who prescribed antihistsmines and Medrol dose pack, also ibuprofen for pain
3.24.2021 – Covid arm rapidly improving!
3.26.2021 – Good shape after 8 days
Telemedicine, Hypoesthesia oral and Burning sensation
12.22.2020 – Having slight burning sensation on my back (around my scapula)
12.28.2020 – Itching without rash at site of injection stretching to neck
1.12.2021 – Numbness right lower of face from cheek to right side of lips
1.13.2021 – Still experiencing numbness right lower lip
1.11.2022 – Sore throat and slight cough, stuffy nose Son passed cold to me when school started. Saw MD. Was placed on antibiotics. Tested negative for COVID. Telehealth outside urgent care
Sensitivity to weather change, Musculoskeletal stiffness and Neck pain
9.7.2021 – The arm is now getting sore, but no other symptoms.
9.8.2021 – Left arm is very sore. Last night I developed a muscular pain behind my left knee. It has ached all night and continues today! I cant think of anything I did to it, so just thought I would mention that.
9.9.2021 – Pain behind both knees; I know of nothing I did to cause it.
9.11.2021 – I have osteoarthritis but seems the joint pain may be worse since vaccine. Or it could be the 10 to 15 degrees cooler temperatures causing joint pain to be worse.
10.6.2021 – Just the sore arm from the vaccine
10.7.2021 – Arm sore from vaccine
10.8.2021 – Neck is stiff and painful since middle of night.
Sluggishness, Somnolence and Migraine
2.24.2021 – I was just sleepy a d sluggish today. Had to take a nap.
3.9.2021 – Slight Migraine this AM that I attribute to work stress. Took 1 Migraine Excedrine at 11:15 AM.
5.25.2021 – I have developed a small ball on my left Index finger at the joint. I have an appointment with my doctor on 6/2/2021. I have no pain. It just appeared about 1 month ago more or less. I have a virtual visit scheduled 6/2/21 with my physician.
5.25.2022 – Arm is little sore.
Rheumatoid arthritis, Axillary mass and Joint stiffness
3.10.2021 – Just rubbery legs for about two hours yesterday.
4.6.2021 – Wobbly legs
4.7.2021 – I have rheumatoid and it has really hit me hard in the back and joints.
4.9.2021 – I ran a fever yesterday, but not today. My knee joints are really stiff and my hips still hurt.
10.31.2021 – My low back and across my kidneys hurt
11.1.2021 – Arm pit is really sore and my low back is hurting.
11.2.2021 – Yes i have a grapefruit suze lump under my arm and its very sore.
11.3.2021 – Still have lump under the arm and still very sore.
11.4.2021 – Sore underarm.
Vitamin B12 decreased, Nasal inflammation and Temperature regulation disorder
10.26.2021 – I had the Pfizer booster Monday evening (due to the increased antibody response vs. staying with Moderna), and had incredible fatigue set in by early this morning that lasted most of the day.
10.30.2021 – My asthma has been acting up a bit since the booster, though I only missed one Symbicort dose the next morning due to fatigue.
10.31.2021 – Asthma is still a bit noticeable but better than the past few days.
1.24.2022 – I had a cold (negative on antigen testing, couldn't get a PCR fast enough to be timely) 2nd week of January. Nasal only - lots of congestion and some inflammation but nothing else.
10.2.2022 – General inability to regulate body temp.
12.30.2022 – Slightly low B-12, which could have been that way for some time as I do not know when or if it was tested before. Dr recommended supplement.
Injection site bruising, Migraine and Lymph node pain
5.7.2021 – believe headache is migraine, unrelated to vaccination
6.5.2021 – migraine headache
12.2.2021 – lymph node in armpit on same arm as received injection was a bit swollen and painful, throbbing, this morning
12.3.2021 – tender lymph node in armpit of injection arm; brief fever & chills peaked about 30 hr post injection
12.4.2021 – armpit lymph node may be very slightly tender still
12.7.2021 – small bruise coming to skin surface at injection site
12.15.2021 – headache, probable migraine.
12.23.2021 – migraine one day this week; sumatriptan cleared it up
Tooth abscess, Lower respiratory tract infection and Diverticulitis
1.21.2021 – Very mild headache at q 6hrs
1.23.2021 – None
1.24.2021 – Heavy Cough upon awaken
1.27.2021 – Almost feels like flu...will venture out tomorrow after 4 days at home
1.28.2021 – Cough and Congestion but easing up
10.21.2021 – Diarrhea (two days in a row) and heavy wet coughing all night the second diarrhea event night
11.4.2021 – Diverticulitis: it took me 4 days to realize I had this fair up after a 5 out 6 day bout of diarrhea. Finally figured out I was stupid and indulged in 4 pieces of Baclava between stopping diarrhea and the stomach pains kicking in Friday, day 1 of 4 Augmentin RX
1.6.2022 – Dental Abscess and sore stiff neck same side as dental right rear abscess and Bad Cold. No fever or other Omicrom symptoms.
6.23.2022 – Sinus and lung infection
6.30.2022 – Sinnus infection apparently 6 months old, spread to lungs and chest. Ten days 400 mg cefdinir no good given ceflafloxin another 7 days no good. Covid Test Negative. Chest radiology clear. Also Guiphenisin XR, DM c Requested Rhinocort Nasal mist
9.2.2022 – Mold discovered by 3rd pty inspector of improper flood 2020 5,000 gallons h2o 1st flr kitchen down 2 bsmt family room not found 4 appx 30 days as I had 3 bypass 40 days b4 I got strength to walk to bsmt family room.
12.1.2022 – Possible GI Flu
Herpes zoster, Erythema and Injection site erythema
2.24.2021 – Large red area by injection site..saw a doctor today Doctor office
2.25.2021 – Large red area has stayed the same size Office visit..return visit on Friday
2.26.2021 – Redness is reducing Office visit follow up
3.9.2021 – Muscle pain upper arm and neck of arm that had the injection
3.17.2021 – Might be a slight cold or new allergies given new work outside environment
3.22.2021 – Cold symptoms
4.9.2021 – Pain in left arm where I got the vaccine is still happening on a daily basis
8.25.2021 – Shingles
Adenomyosis, Psychomotor hyperactivity and Emotional disorder
3.11.2021 – Feeling hyper and unable to focus mixed with being more sensitive emotionally
3.12.2021 – A little more emotional than normal; the abdominal cramping feels related to my adenomyosis so the shot may have reacted with either too much or too little estrogen in my system causing these particular side effects.
3.22.2021 – Rash about the size of a quarter that was red, but not swollen or hurting. It eventually quadrupled in size, but faded and went away.
4.8.2021 – Sore throat
10.24.2021 – Back pain
11.20.2021 – Full body itching although I have gone off of daily Allegra for allergy testing
Cardiac monitoring, Atrial tachycardia and Adenovirus infection
1.5.2021 – On hand, same arm as injection. Sore in my throat that are red and fluid filled
1.6.2021 – Sores in my throat/went to doctors appt and he said the vaccine affected my immune system and I have adenovirus In office visit with my doctor and he said the vaccine caused an immune response and that activated adenovirus
1.8.2021 – Sore/scratchy throat, swollen glands, a little winded
1.10.2021 – Runny nose
2.3.2021 – Feel a little winded with activity
2.5.2021 – Ringing in my ears since injection
2.6.2021 – Ringing in my ears
2.8.2021 – Ringing in ears
3.8.2021 – Skin lesions that look like eczema
8.2.2021 – Ive been on a heart monitor. Blood pressure spiked and having cardiac arrhythmias. Cardiologist
10.27.2021 – Severe fluid retention in legs 10 pounds of fluid
10.28.2021 – Neck hurts really bad
11.8.2021 – Swelling in legs
10.25.2022 – Since my first Covid vaccine, I've been to numerous cardiologists and have been diagnosed with atrial tachycardia. My symptoms started within a week of the vaccine Cardiologists
Listless, Lethargy and Abdominal discomfort
10.26.2021 – My husband, who doesn't have a cell phone got his booster on tbd same day as me. He had stomach distress and a fever yesterday. He says he's 80% better today
10.27.2021 – Not sure that the joint pain is related in any yo the vaccine
10.28.2021 – Not convinced that it is related to the shot. My husband, who was vaccinated on the same day same, had a fever, stomach upset and listlessness the next day. He his better now. Took a few days to completely recuperate
11.2.2021 – I'm not convinced that the diarrhea is related to the vaccine
11.8.2021 – Severe muscle pain in my upper leg/ hip area - I do not think that it is related to the vaccine
11.16.2021 – My right upper thigh is getting significantly more muscle pain - I do not think it is related to the booster
11.21.2021 – Sore muscles, queeziness, lethargy
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