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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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Joint range of motion decreased, Painful respiration and Muscle tightness

Z2R-82529-37733

– Rainy day. I dont think my ailments are caused by shot

– Very tight muscles

– Joints neck knees can barely move. Since Saturday. Today actually was a little better. Took pain meds.

– No

– Neck pain and body stiffness and un normal fatigue. I made an appointment to see a doctor. June 18. I also took off work for 3 days last week.

– Allergies

– When I breath I am having pain on my upper left side. I could have pulled something

Body temperature increased, Lethargy and Respiratory tract congestion

Z2S-22855-25707

– Malaise

– Malaise, better

– Malaise-mild; normal temp for me is around 97.6, so a tad higher temp than usual

– Less malaise; my average temp is 97.6, so currently about one degree high

– 98.6 is about one degree higher than normal for me. Feeling a lot better.

– Malaise; 98.6 is about one degree higher than my typical temp. More fatigued starting in the afternoon.

– Much better, mostly fatigue; 98.2 is still slightly higher than normal

– Continued fatigue: mild headaches; unsure if febrile, but low grade if so.

– I usually run about 97.6

– Very mild fever

– About one degree higher than my normal

– Temp is about one degree higher than my average

– Degree higher than my average temperature

– Still fatigued/lethargic, mild head ache since the vaccine

– Fatigue

– Sore throat, congestion, fatigue. More generally fatigued since vaccination.

Presyncope, Panic attack and Gastrointestinal pain

Z2S-58919-41030

– The muscle ache is mostly muscle soreness where the I got the injection. I would call it soreness and not pain. Sort of feels like the good mild muscle soreness that you get after working out, but just in my shoulder and the injection area.

– The nausea was only when I first woke up and I am not confident that it is a result of the covid shot.

– Irritated bowels BUT I don't know the cause. It's not serious but over the weekend I had very mild pain/discomfort in my bowels and have had loose stools that are not quite diaherra but close.

– The pain/muscle ache is so mild I sometimes forget it. It is a 1 on a scle of 1 to 10 where 10 is really painful.

– Very mild soreness where I got the injection only

– The nausea might be from my period which stated today.

– I am also on my period and I normally get nausea from my period.

– Fatigue and nausea are often symptoms of my period and I am also on my period.

– It's not related to the vaccine. I am very tired. I felt yesterday and the day before like I was going to faint but didn't then had some minor chest pressure that went away. I've been sleepy all day today. I don't know why.

– Panic attacks. Or we presume them to be panic attacks. I also have had a few near-fainting experiences and I am waiting to see a cardiologist.

– No symptoms today. Had symptoms yesterday & Saturday when I got my booster. I became sleepy & took a nap about 1 hour after I got my booster. Sunday I had minor chest & shoulder tightness, irritated bowels, heart burn, bloating,

Musculoskeletal discomfort, Joint swelling and Peripheral swelling

Z2T-12478-49040

– Nope .. easy peasy and very excited to get the shot !!

– Buried a pet cat after my shot .. not sure what current naseau is from. . .

– I expect side effects about bedtime tonight, about 11:00 p.m.

– Extreme discomfort under my right arm (lymph nodes?) and into my back, same side i got my shot. My right wrist and hand feel swollen also.

– Under-arm pain FINALLY let up overnight. No discomfort today.

– Under-arm pain resurfaced last night .. it was difficult to sleep, but it was gone by the time I woke up, 7am. Are you reading this?

– Lymph node pain was bad overnight but today, suddenly, it's all gone !

– ** not sure headache is related to the injection.

– Very minor headache, probably from yard work yesterday.

Acupuncture, Joint range of motion decreased and Sleep disorder

Z2T-29351-57244

– My left arm is still sore. Im having trouble sleeping on it, so Im waking up a lot.

– My left arm still hurts from first shot

– My left arm still hurts since the first shot on February 6th. Ive had a massage, acupuncture, and I have a follow up appointment with my primary care physician next week. Poor range of motion, dull ache all day and it wakes me at night.

– Left arm still hurts

– left arm is getting worse primary care in person visit

– Left arm / shoulder is worse - low range of motion, difficult to sleep, pain Primary care, physical therapy, acupuncture

Gastric disorder, Muscular weakness and Diarrhea

Z2T-29412-16396

– Arm weakness with the first one. Leg pain and weakness with second.

– Ive had nonstop diarrhea. I havent gone to the doctor because I keep waiting for it to go away on its own. I still experience muscle weakness but not as bad or often. Headache still but Im assuming the chronic diarrhea is causing me to dehy

– Digestive problems, had diarrhea for over a month, going in for colonoscopy.Fatigue.Weakness rushes in my arms and legs.

Urinary incontinence, Temperature intolerance and Swollen tongue

Z2T-31437-52794

– I just got my vaccine about an hour ago, all I have is soreness at the vaccine site

– My ears have been ringing quite badly. I only noticed it this morning.

– I have swollen lymph nodes on the left side of my body (where I got my shot); I have a fever of 102 and really bad nausea.

– I had a fever of 103, diarrhea, headaches and once the fever abated, my tongue swelled up and I can no longer tolerate any amount of spice (not even toothpaste).

– My headaches have gone, but now I have really bad ringing in my ears.

– I have very swollen lymph nodes in my armpit and collarbone on the side of my body where I received the injection.

– Still have very swollen lymph nodes on the injection side of my body on my collarbone and armpit

– My skin is super dry; this happened after my 2nd dose as well. It's painfully dry.

– Lymph nodes in my throat and armpit on the injection side are swollen and painful (they have been for a couple of days? but it's be one very uncomfortable since my last check in). I'm also sweating a lot, even without feeling very hot.

– Pain in my neck on the injection side of my body; it's so bad, I can't sleep through the night

– My gland in my throat is still swollen, warm, and painful. The pain is being managed well with ibuprofen today.

– I've actually had a persistent cough since my last vaccine. I thought it was seasonal allergies, but nothing helps. The cough is not productive at all, but it's so hard that I've vomited and released my bladder on more than one occasion. I have an in-person appointment coming up.

Burning sensation, Paresthesia and Dizziness

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– A burning and tingling sensation radiating across my shoulder and upper back on the side where I got the injection. Also, lightheaded/dizziness since about 6 hours after injection.

– Still a tiny bit lightheaded if I stand too fast or move too quickly.

– I cant quite shake the fatigue. Yesterday I thought I was extra tired because maybe I didnt sleep well, so I didnt mention it here when I checked in. But I slept great and long last night, but today Im the same level of tired and run down as yesterday. So I think it likely is vax related.

– I have been dealing with lingering fatigue and tiredness since I got the second shot. Some days Im sort of okay, but other days I can barely function. Nothing else about my life prior to the vax is different. So I cant help but think its the

– Dizziness. I had this with my previous 2 shots as well.

– The first 24 hours after shot I was dizzy. I've been like that with every Covid shot.

Muscle disorder, Nervous system disorder and Swelling

Z2V-19761-51581

– It feels as if the nerves under my arm and down the side of abdomen and lower back have stopped working, difficult to contract. The exact same thing happened when I received my first shot as well

– My side under the arm that I received my shot still has no muscle activation from middle of abdomen around to lower back. Feels that area is either swollen or my shot affects my nervous system. This same thing happened on the first shot

– More muscle pain that has moved down the side which the shot was administered

Abdominal pain lower, Breast pain and Menstruation irregular

Z2V-24635-12926

– Sharp stabbing pains

– Left breast pain, swollen lymph nodes

– Left breast pain, swollen lymph nodes, left shoulder pain, left neck pain

– Swollen lymph nodes, left shoulder pain, left neck pain

– Swollen lymph nodes, left breast pain, left shoulder pain, left neck pain

– Sharp pain in left arm, shoulder and neck

– Upper right quadrant pain

– Sharp pain under left arm

– Swollen lymph nodes, sharp pain under left arm

– Irregular period, lower right quadrant pain

– Irregular menstrual cycle, sharp left arm pain where got vaccination shot

Skin graft, Injection site scab and Malignant melanoma

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– I got Covid arm on the 8th day after my Moderna vaccine. I had swelling and a raised rash around the site of the injection, about 4 x 4 in size. The actual site of the injection was visible with a small red scab the size of a pinprick.

– Canker sores started developing in my mouth three weeks ago and have spread throughout my mouth and tongue. The last week has been extremely painful. I had to see my dentist for a prescription. Ive never had canker sores in my life until now. My dentists office

– Diagnosis of melanoma

– Melanoma Surgery for removal of cancer and surgery for skin graft

Musculoskeletal stiffness, Injection site pruritus and Pruritus

Z2W-13421-03563

– I was late to register. I did have COVID arm on the arm with the injection with itchiness for about a week. It was a bit itchy at the injection site originally -and then flared up more so a few days after and lasted almost a week.

– General itchiness of my neck in the last couple weeks but didnt thinking could be vaccine related. Figured it might be worth mentioning. Also have had a stiff neck this weekend, but their is likely related to some weight lifting or how I slept.

Muscle twitching, Paresthesia oral and Viral infection

Z2W-17976-09824

– After having the vaccine I felt very sick for about a week. I still have occasionally symptoms of stomach pains, headache and chills. My GERD symptoms have returned since having the vaccine. Today my chest hurts which may be due to the GERD. Pharmacy to fill the nexium RX that i haven't needed in a year.

– Sore throat

– Tingling& twitching lower lip

– Sore throat, I think I picked up a virus.

– Head cold

– Runny nose, sore throat

Musculoskeletal pain, Feeling hot and Musculoskeletal stiffness

Z2W-24275-51869

– Hot/icy sharp pain in shoulder blade area - same side as vaccine

– Sharp pain in shoulder blade on same side as vaccine - dont know if it is related or just a coincidence

– Sharp pain in left shoulder blade; started one day after second dose. Dont know if it is related to vaccine in any way. Finally went to quick care and was given anti-inflammatory and muscle relaxer.

– Sharp pain in left shoulder blade area began one day after 2nd dose. Muscle relaxers, Ibuprofen, Lidocaine patch and Prednisone not helping.

– Achy joints; feeling feverish but no fever

– Severe headache

– Mild sore throat

– Sore throat, cough, runny nose

– I experienced fever, chills, and soreness at the area of injections on the 24th, moderate to severe; on the 25th, I still experienced soreness at the injection site and was moderately fatigued with lessened appetite.

Feeling jittery, Rheumatoid arthritis and Joint stiffness

Z2X-61342-33918

– Muscle weakness, jitters

– Rheumatoid type pains, swelling, stiff joints. Symptoms of swelling and pain over the last week. Random cycling issues started on day 9.

– Swelling hands and feet, arthritic pain, moderate Scheduling appointments

– Still adverse reaction of rheumatoid arthritis and swelling hands and feet stiffness. Pain about 7 of 10 waking up. About 4 of 10In the evenings. Saw rheumatologist and have physiologist neurologist immunology appointments to get more questions answered

– Still have rheumatoid arthritis like symptoms, seeing a bunch of doctors trying to figure it out and needing to purchase things for pain management, compression gloves, etc. In person doctor and specialists

Tendon rupture, Gait inability and Gait disturbance

Z2X-78406-09574

– Arm just slightly soar. But otherwise good

– Head felt really hot yesterday for 4 hrs. Really tired when that occurred, napped for several hrs. Then felt fine. Arm hurt for a day, then went away. Feel ok today, a bit of abdominal pain for a few, went away

– Yesterday I didnt get too report. Yesterday I felt super tired slept all day, till 8 pm . Worst day since first or 2nd covid- shot. Yes worst!! But today Im feeling fairly great, bit of Diarrhea today. Hopefully wont slide back to feeling bad tomorrow.

– Felt ok today, compared to last 3 days. A bit tired, joint pain is hi today in elbow were I got shot. Has hurt since shot #2, not sure why, but actually very painful.

– My left elbow which has hurt since injection has gotten worse and painful, constant pain . Actually was worse last week, had to compare elbow pain with others who had received injection. They too had elbow pain on arm of injection

– My left elbow hurts in joint badly, its been a month since shot and elbow still hurts a lot . My brothers having same problem but different vaccine. Otherwise Im ok

– My left elbow is still really painful, a lot of my joints hurt worse than they did prior to the shot,

– The elbow I got my shot in is killing me! I cant hardly use it, and it hurts like hell. My right foot in-step is also painful, must wear hi-top shoes all the time for support. My elbow has hurt ever since I got COVID shot.

– My instep if my right foot is hurting so bad I can barely walk and my left elbow hurt for two months

– In had blown tendons in elbow were I got the shot, and blown tendons in right foot unable to run or walk without a Cain, painful most all the time. I was sick with something for a month in October.Now unable to walk without cain

Lichen planus, Diarrhea and Headache

Z2Y-16349-12210

– Continued mild headache and body aches that were not previously experienced prior to 1st vaccination

– The vaccine seems to have been a Trigger for my Autoimmune and am now broke out all over in Lichen Planus.

– Lichen planus flare up triggered by vaccine and diarrhea

– Just a continued breakout of lichen planus since the vaccines.

– Juat ever sunce the vaccines I have had consistent Lichen Planus on my skin and all over face when I did not have prior to the Covid shots.

Petechiae, Sinus disorder and Erythema

Z2Y-30739-67554

– My sinuses were also really bothering me. All of these sum tend were last night and early this morning. They were much better this morning.

– I got my second vaccine Wednesday and had bad headache and achy neck and shoulders and Friday night I suddenly got real bad headache and ached back of neck shoulders and both arms to my elbows. After a while took Tylenol and ibuprofen ands felt better. By morning aching and headaches were gone. gone.

– Actually about 5 or so days after first vaccine I got several small red dots on chest nearest where I got shot. Then same after second shot but got about 20 in same location and since then I keep getting a cluster of 20 or so every so often.

– I keep getting small blood capillaries bursting on my chest. A few after 1stvaccine &about 30 after 2ndvaccine &they fade away but still keep getting more. Please speak to (b)(6) my Dermatologist in (b)(6) Al for more info as no room to write more My doctor and Dermatologist Dr Pynes in Dothan so far 3 appointment since February 24th also 3 tubes of blood work all negative. There is no pain itching or swelling just red dots that fade away from busted I believe capillaries. Keep getting red bumps that turn purple and fade away and still happening

Injection site swelling, Injection site pruritus and Injection site erythema

Z2Y-32494-52706

– Arm red and very itchy at injection site. Began 8 days after the injection, lasted 2-3 days.

– I had a cold. Runny nose, sneezing, body aches lasting several days. Because of current conditions, I did take a test for Covid-19 and it was negative.

– The day after the injection I had chills, body aches, extreme fatigue, and a low grade fever in addition to pain at the injection site, redness, itching, and swelling. Those symptoms lasted 48-36 hours or so and then slowly dissipated.

– Covid-19. Chills. Body Aches. Coughing. Sneezing.

Lacunar infarction, Loss of consciousness and Chills

Z2Z-13218-10506

– My symptoms were much worse the 1st 3 days. I had chills and was achy and in bed for 2 days

– Dizziness

– I passed out while sitting down at a restaurant about a month ago and was very dizzy off and on for 3 weeks afterwards. Doctor visit for blood work and heart exams. All were fine.

– Aug 30 MRI Dr. (b)(6) showed old slit-like lacunar infarct within the posterior aspect of the left cerebellar hemisphere. Saw cardiologist and nuerologist

Feeling of body temperature change, Body temperature increased and Pruritus

Z2Z-18480-57736

– Some hot and cold events which are uncommon. Not a problem.

– I had itching in my left armpit for 4 days, which a friend said might be a reaction to the second shot.

– Still some itching in the left armpit, I believe is in part a reaction to the second shot

– Temperature of 101 and I feel crappy. I think I caught a cold last week when I was out. Not sure if related to the vaccine.

– I was hospitalized 2 days for Covid-19. After 2 vaccines, I still got it.

Therapeutic response unexpected, Somnolence and Fatigue

Z2Z-18631-25365

– Very mild tiredness

– I feel good today. Thanks guys!!!!!

– I had a ski accident 4 years ago on my side of my upper body and pain that never went away. The pain left my body slowly over two days from the day of the shot. This is unbelievably wonderful side effect, other side effects of my on set diabetes seam to be Leaving my body. Is this possible and will pain return

– I have a few minor minor symptoms. But want this did to me on the first dose on the right side of my upper body was unbelievably cool! Thank you

– Same as was was the day after the first shot, mild issues. And one very very good issue !!!!

– No

– Sore spots

– One day of being body sore and tired

– Being sore

– Tired and sleepy

– Feeling better everyday, same recovery time , medium discomfort

– Feeling much better

Patient isolation, Appendicitis and Sciatica

Z2Z-21375-76376

– Interrupted sleep the past two nights with some body aches. Even with taking Tylenol 8 hour. Also took Tylenol 8 hour during the day.

– The second shot has been harder to get over. Symptoms have been more severe.

– Aching joints. Dont know if its old age,arthritis. Not enough exercise. Thats how I am feeling. Seem to be getting worse.

– They arent new. They are still lingering. Slight headaches and ache hips.

– I got Covid yesterday and I am isolated.

– I had an ER appendicitis.

Hemiparesis, Adverse drug reaction and Weight decreased

Z2Z-50116-71375

– Since my second injection I have had a worsening loss of appetite. I have gone from 135 lbs to 114 lbs. I just started to begin to feel some appetite the past 3 days. No other accompanying symptoms.

– The diarrhea is related to the Prolia injection as I get this side effect every 6 months when I get the Prolia injection. Has Prolia and flu injections in right arm and it is fine. Had COVID booster in left arm and is painful down to wrist and weak

Spinal operation, Ocular discomfort and Dry skin

Z32-17842-76147

– All these are part of my medical issues I currently have. I have all of these symptoms daily for many of my issues the stressful issue is they can't figure them out. I don't have covid. These have been on going for sometime. I would like for them to figure it out. I'm miserable daily!

– Had a back obligation done. Has made my back hurt which I expected. Nausea and headache, constipation, fatigue still, insomniac 17 yr, heartburn severe, knee pain rt and left, rt worse. Eyes hurt, dry, scratchy. Tiredness, skin dry, arthritis extreme Back oblation, nausea, heartburn, fatigue, headaches, insomnia, constipation, fatigue, arthritis

– Migraine headaches, swelling of the feet and ankles, extremely dry eyes

– Swollen feet, tight calves, neck pain, eyes hurt, fingers swollen Called no returned call

– Legs are swollen, calves are swollen and painful burning to walk, neck pain, fingers and joints swollen and hurt Seen primary Dr.

– Severe headache, nausea, dizziness

Hypertonic bladder, Nocturia and Feces soft

Z32-19407-44076

– Forget to mention that I experienced more tingling in my toes (both feet) than normal

– Just mild soft stool the past week

– My tinnitus has been acting up. Not sure if vaccine has anything to do with it. Experienced bad case of vertigo today with vomiting spells. Only today was ill was for three hours this afternoon, since the vaccine. (Vertigo and vomiting).

– Yesterday felt fatigue and headache all afternoon and did not sleep well. Had to urinate frequently all night

– Fluttering of heart since second vaccine. Forget to list this. Intermittently

– Heart fluttering intermittently

– Just very tired since second vaccine. Exhausted at times. This last week especially if I sit down inside. Need to be outside and move around. I can still do some chores but need to keep moving. Also, some diarrhea. Daily

– I feel more tired, diarrhea, some weird sensation in my chest, and pain in my legs maybe from inflammation. Also nerve sensations in my feet, tingling. Went to the dr to get ultrasound on legs

– Dizzy, soft stool, urinating in the middle of night and chest weirdness. Not short of breath. All doctor reports and labs show no problems. So I believe it was antibody overload!

– My tinnitus is at a very high level. Also urinating a lot

– Tinnitus is worse

– Overactive bladder

– Tinnitus

– Tinnitus, nerve pain

– Dizziness similar to vertigo Nerves tingling in both feet Headache Sore throat

– Tingling feet nerve issues Vertigo Tinnitus

– Tinnitus worse

– After last booster end of August, Moderna this time, I developed (a month later) a small case of shingles. I broke out in a circle patch on lower thigh, just above knee. No itching nor pain. But tested positive for shingles.

Catarrh, Hypersomnia and Viral infection

Z32-31669-10561

– One period of increased pulse, pronounced heart beat, BEGINNING yeserdayt

– I am immunosuppressed due to kidney/pancreas transplant

– I have not been promoted for an update for a few weeks. My doctor has determined that I was developing a serious case of shingles at the time of my first dose. So it would appear likely that excessive sleep and the chills side-effects

– Have had shingles since 3/19/21

– Some buildup of mucus in bromcjka -; probably spring allergies

Rash pruritic, Swelling and Erythema

Z32-69899-61234

– Covid arm began on day 8ish - swelling; redness; itchy rash about the size of a baseball; looks much better today after taking an antihistamine for the past 5 days

– Moderate underarm lymph node swelling and pain on injection side of body

– Mild underarm lymph node swelling and tenderness on side of injection

– Very minor underarm lymph node swelling and tenderness on side of injection

– Swollen lymph nodes on side of injection

– Lymph node swelling, pain

Middle insomnia, Dysmenorrhea and Hypersomnia

Z33-22096-08304

– Really bad period cramps that woke me up. Never had anything like that before, my usual periods are light, no symptoms and barely last 1 1/2 days.

– Twice now I have had a brief headache on the left side of my brain. Never had this before.

– Heavy period which I never have as I am on BCP. A fleeting headache on the left side of my head. Leg pain in my left lower leg and ankle which occurs at night. I feel great but these are things I have never had before.

– It may be allergies but I am having a migraine and excruciating shoulder pain for 2 days now. Have slept half the day away each day and when I am awake I am exhausted. I truly think its allergies but I am reporting it as requested.

– My period has been intense and cramps too. I usually don't have a period. It seems like the cramps are intensifying.

Ligament rupture, Abnormal dreams and Toothache

Z33-22751-64785

– Feeling behind my ears kind of like when I had mumps years ago

– I could not get the check in to work recently. On the day I received the 2nd shot I had hot flashes 20-30 min after the injection along with a dry mouth. For several Days now I have had a few hot flashes and dry mouth.

– Vivid dreams and ringing in ears

– Arthritis exacerbation pain

– Tired and achy

– Anxiety Tooth aches Dental

– The day of the vaccine I had very sore arm flulike symptoms and was very tired

– Torn ACL unrelated to covid

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