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.
Urticaria
4.21.2021 – Hives persisting for two weeks
5.4.2021 – Still have hives after all this time. I've never had hives in my life until now. They are on my arms, legs, hands, and back. Only a few in each place. Some fade, but new ones continue to appear. Doctor gave triamcinolone acetonide for symptoms.
7.6.2021 – Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria - still going after all this time. Started the day after the vaccine. An allergist prescribed montelukast sodium and going to see her to discuss blood test results this week.
11.1.2021 – Office visit
11.26.2021 – Hives - had them since my first vaccine back in April, but they've intensified again. No idea ofv it is related to the booster.
Musculoskeletal chest pain, Paranasal sinus hypersecretion and Bronchitis
10.2.2021 – Swollen L Axillary lymph node
10.5.2021 – Minimal tenderness/puffy left lateral chest wall lymph node
10.6.2021 – Very minimal tenderness L lateral chest wall lymph node
4.15.2022 – For 48 hours after booster, I had pain and swelling in arm at injection site, achy, extreme tired, intermittent headache, nausea and fever, and axillary lymph node mild swelling and tender chest wall.
7.12.2022 – Allergic/Sinus drainage, scratchy/mild sore throat; early bronchitis
Burning feet syndrome, Nervousness and Burning sensation
1.14.2021 – Headache, light headed, a bit shaky feeling inside
1.30.2021 – Prickly & burning feeling on my back & feet
2.2.2021 – Burning in feet & back
2.19.2021 – This past week my feet are burning & joints hurting like after my 2nd vaccine. I believe it has flared up my neuropathy but kept pushing myself to keep busy.
3.5.2021 – Stomach upset all week & face has felt flush several times & a few headaches
3.12.2021 – Stomach was upset & burning first part of week but doing better now
1.29.2022 – Chills & aching day after booster
11.8.2022 – A few Headaches this past week.
11.29.2022 – Headache over the weekend
12.6.2022 – Headache & fill like catching a cold
Body temperature increased, Throat irritation and Asthenia
10.10.2021 – Chills, fatigue, cough and congestion. Highest temp was 99.5F. Had a cold, then received a flu vaccine on 10/6. Felt bad for 48 hours. Tested negative for Covid on 10/8 using a PCR test. Feeling better today.
3.26.2022 – Scratchy throat( 1 day). Elevated temperature (mild fever and fatigue the next day). Energy & temperature back to normal on day 3. Mild congestion and occasional cough for a few days since. I tested for Covid twice. Results both negative.
10.12.2022 – terrible sore throat. fatigue. elevated temperature. tested positive for Covid.
Oral discomfort, Dysmenorrhea and Dehydration
4.6.2021 – My symptoms came two days after second shot but I hadnt signed up yet for v safe.
7.6.2021 – Since my vaccine I have noticed extreme changes in my menstrual cycle. From extremely long cycle, to an extremely late cycle and short to no cycle but all of the painful symptoms and again back to regular date and length Also Im very thirsty alway
10.2.2021 – I am constantly dehydrated. Not like Ive been before in my life. Like mostly noticeable in my mouth, under my tongue and around. Ive noticed this since the beginning. Also, my menstrual cycle is very painful and has changed, unlike any other t
Amenorrhea, Rash macular and Limb discomfort
3.9.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in left arm pit
3.24.2021 – Low back pain
3.25.2021 – Hive or red blotch on same arm as shot but not where shot was given. AlsoSwollen lymph nodes In armpit
3.26.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in arm pit, covid arm
3.27.2021 – Covid arm is still there but fading
3.30.2021 – My covid arm is still there but very very faded now
5.4.2021 – Still havent had a period since March 13, 2021.
6.22.2021 – 2months exactly after my second shot, I had left arm soreness where the vaccine was given, a low grade fever, diarrhea and achy joints in shoulders, arms, hands and fingers. It was very similar to my reaction I had initially
Hypomenorrhea, Intermenstrual bleeding and Tachycardia
7.16.2021 – I noticed irregularities in my menstrual cycle that never usually occur. When I got both doses, I was on my period both times so I didnt notice any irregularities until the next period. Bleeding during ovulation (like a light period) for two cycl
4.16.2022 – Increasing instances of heart palpitations as well as tachycardia possibly related to anxiety. Menstrual cycles are finally regular again without bleeding between periods that occurred after the first two vaccines. General practitioner ordered Holter monitor
Telemedicine, Abdominal pain lower and Abdominal distension
5.25.2021 – Lower abdomen pain after every meal. Deciding today to rest digestion and just eat broth and a few saltines as tolerated. And I will call my GI doc tomorrow. I will see my Gastroenterologist asap.
10.19.2021 – Experienced stomach pain, diarrhea, severe headache and nausea at 4am today. Still have the headache and fatigued.
12.14.2021 – Low grade temp, sinus drainage, body weak.
5.3.2022 – sinus infection, pneumonia One virtual visit, obe in office visit with my pcp, one chest xray, another scheduled pcp visit this week
6.24.2022 – I did run a low grade temp for 2 days, was really fatigued for 2 days, with body aches. On the 3rd day, injection site was red and raised anout the size of my palm. On the 4th day the redness and swelling had spread down to my elbow, painful and hot.
7.21.2022 – Uti causing all over pain and specific lower back pain and fullness. Also, having nausea, headache, and general malaise.
Musculoskeletal disorder, Hepatic enzyme increased and Frequent bowel movements
5.5.2021 – Multiple Sclerosis, SLE, MeCFS, and more
10.28.2021 – High liver enzymes. Probably due to prior diagnosesthat I was denied SSDI forthat has caused severe disability and inability to work. In office visit.
11.19.2021 – I also have MS, Lupus, and more it's possible it's the cause of my symptoms. My arm pain is a definite reaction to the injection though.
11.20.2021 – I have MS, SLE, EDS, MeCFS & more it's possible I'm having regular symptoms. The worst part about my reaction to the vaccinein my opinionis the arm pain. It's severe to moderate now, but slowly getting better. I can barely lift my arm.
11.21.2021 – Body sweats, to the point of drenching my bedclothes. I have several chronic illnesses thoughit's possible it can be connected to this?
11.22.2021 – Still have body sweats at night. Could be because of my MS.
11.23.2021 – Sweating through my bedclothes. Again, I have several chronic illnesses that can mimic these symptoms.
11.24.2021 – Increased bowel movements, with cramping
12.11.2021 – Vomiting, sweating through my clothes. Most likely due to my chronic illnesses.
12.23.2021 – Nausea/vomiting
4.16.2022 – Increased thirst
4.17.2022 – MS, SLE, EDS, MeCFS and more
4.21.2022 – Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, MeCFS, EDS and more
5.7.2022 – Rash on handspossibly from my SLE
7.16.2022 – After falling out of my wheelchair, I got a bruise on my left ankle. That was over two months ago, and I still see bruising/tenderness, and my feet have been swolleneven after long periods of rest.
Anger, Secretion discharge and Pain in jaw
3.30.2021 – No...i feel great
6.28.2021 – I had some sharp stabbing headaches to jaw aches (for 2 days) down the right side of my head and neck which even 2 hydrocodone did not fully eliminate shortly after my last check-in
7.23.2022 – I have been experiencing extreme hypersensitivity to taste&smell for a year or so, since starting my vaxes.Onion&garlic are very unpleasant,almost metallic i used to love them other things are bad too.Headaches&copious amounts of mucous occasionally.
12.10.2022 – I forgot to mention yesterday i had covid early in September,hence not getting a booster until now,
12.11.2022 – Very hot yesterday afternoon and throughout the night.. i feel ok now
Gastritis, Muscle fatigue and Gastric disorder
4.6.2021 – Just the arm is sore and cant raise it.
4.7.2021 – I have less pain at th site than yesterday. Also, muscle fatigue in my legs last night not reported since I had not yet experienced it.
4.8.2021 – Had a headache every day but not sure if it's the vaccine or me. I get them sometimes.
4.9.2021 – I lifted my arm up and touched where the injection site was. Ever since then my arm is uncomfortable like when you hit your funny bone. Like nerve pain. All down my arm to my hand. Yesterday it was better but today since raising my arm is worse.
5.3.2021 – I have IBS. Since the vaccine, my stomach issues have been acting up. I am not sure if its the vaccine or not. I didnt report it but I never thought it could be. Then someone told me it can affect those with IBD so though maybe IBS too.
5.17.2021 – Glands are swollen in my neck
5.18.2021 – I have IBS. Stomach is acting up. Suspect its the vaccine.
5.19.2021 – Upset stomach
8.13.2021 – Gastritis. This was just diagnosed July 12.
Thyroid disorder, Injection site rash and Injection site erythema
5.15.2021 – Lymph node in clavicle area swollen. Soreness in underarm area. Neck pain.
5.16.2021 – Lymph node on clavicle swollen, rash and redness at injection site
5.18.2021 – Lymph node swollen on clavicle
5.21.2021 – Lymph node in clavicle area swollen
8.13.2021 – Pain in underarm area and from shoulder to elbow on arm where I received the vaccine. Lymph node in neck is still swollen, but size is reduced.
5.16.2022 – Thyroid issues and Auxiliary lymph nodes swollen on side where injection was has never gone down and gotten bigger causing constant pain daily.
Communication disorder, Decreased interest and Rash vesicular
3.6.2021 – I am (b)(6)months post kidney transplant & I feel tired with headache & joint pain
4.1.2021 – Can't seem to focus, difficulty thinking.
4.2.2021 – Disoriented
4.23.2021 – Simply can't remember day to day conversations & I feel so sad. I am worried. I can't sleep, wake up to bad dreams.
5.4.2021 – Once again, very tired & some days confused, hRd to focus
8.24.2021 – Confused feeling, can't think clearly
8.26.2021 – Low blood pressure
8.27.2021 – Feeling so tired
8.30.2021 – Still feel like it is difficult to concentrate
9.6.2021 – Very tired & sleepy, everyday. No energy.
9.13.2021 – I just want to sleep all the time, I do not have energy or interest in doing anything. I have felt so lethargic for days now after my 3 vaccine. Would someone please respond & let me know if any other people have had these same symptoms? Thx
9.20.2021 – No energy, I'm so tired all the time, can't remember conversations? Just want to sleep? Please respond
9.27.2021 – So tired all the time, just want to sleep. Can't remember, short-term? No energy at all!
10.4.2021 – My chest feels heavy, sometimes shortness of breath, headache, tired, brain fog.
11.22.2021 – Difficult to think & remember. Skin bumps, I have never had before! Bumps look like little blisters.
2.21.2022 – Very difficult to concentrate & communicate, tired a lot, no energy.
Parosmia, Lymph node pain and Nasal congestion
3.17.2021 – Swollen lymph node in under arm of left arm
4.3.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under shot arm
4.15.2021 – Fatigue
4.29.2021 – Body aches all over, joint pain
12.6.2021 – Swollen painful lymph nodes under my arm And dizziness
12.7.2021 – Swollen painful lymph nodes under arm, dizziness
12.8.2021 – Lymph node under arm painful and swollen
12.9.2021 – Swollen sore lymph nodes under my arm
12.10.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under arm.
12.28.2021 – Headache, stuffy head
1.9.2022 – Sore throat, congestion
1.18.2022 – Sore throat runny nose headache
3.6.2022 – Constant runny nose, watery
6.7.2022 – Constant drippy nose and weird smells
12.5.2022 – Covid 9/27
Mast cell activation syndrome, Seasonal allergy and Wheezing
3.13.2021 – DAY 1: stystemic itching Severe 13 hours after shot. (can't go backwards?).
3.15.2021 – Allergic reaction first day. Still a little wheezy
3.17.2021 – Pollen is especially bad today
3.31.2021 – Pollen allergies? No energy.
4.14.2021 – I felt better than usual for 2-3 days after this shot.
5.6.2021 – Allergies
10.30.2021 – Fever 102 day after shot. Fine after 30 hours.
11.15.2021 – Mold allergies acting up.
11.29.2021 – Mast cell overreaction. Glutathione iv.
1.24.2022 – Sore throat, sinus issues. Post nasal drip.
4.25.2022 – It's allergy season here in Florida. I'm pretty certain I have MCAS, and we've started testing to prove it. PCP
Injection site induration, Injection site warmth and Injection site swelling
1.28.2021 – Lymph node swelling and sensitivity in armpit on arm I got vaccine
1.29.2021 – Lymph nodes in armpit are swollen and painful on arm where vaccine was given
10.17.2021 – Injection site is hard, raised and warm to touch. Red spot at injection site is 2 inches in diameter.
10.18.2021 – Injection site red, hard, raised and hot to the touch. It is larger in diameter than yesterday. I also have pain in my armpit on the same side as the injection.
10.27.2022 – I have a cold. Symptoms include sore throat, runny nose, congestion, and cough
Feeling cold, Feeling hot and Myalgia
3.31.2021 – Little sore throat most likely from working outside when it was cold. Joint pain in elbow. Scheduled a health screening with my doctor, after a month
4.9.2021 – Just general tiredness and feeling sick, feeling as if having temperature without actually having elevated one. Most of it went away after 24 hrs and no medication, such as Tylenol. Just left with a little bit of tiredness, feeling sore and joint pain in the elbow in the same arm where vaccine was administered both doses.
10.6.2021 – Muscle pain, fatigue, feeling cold and shivering the day after the vaccine. 3 days after, no prob blems
Foreign body in eye, Sensitivity to weather change and Hordeolum
3.27.2021 – I feel like carpal tunnel in wrist on arm where shot was
3.30.2021 – Last. Night I felt like there was a lump under the same arm of shot. There was no actual lump, it just felt like there was too much fabric stuck under my arm, but there wasnt anything there. Same sensation as after the first shot,
3.31.2021 – Glands under both armpits are swollen
4.17.2021 – Stye in eye. Headaches on that side of my face. Not covid related. I was out inWindy sandy conditions and got debris in eye.
10.4.2022 – I had been feeling great but started with allergy type symptoms last wknd. Today I felt lethargic and the sinus and itching eye. I took a Covid test and it was negative.
Rash pruritic, Rash and Pain in extremity
3.16.2021 – not sure it's an actual symptom, but after receiving the shot, little bumps appeared on my skin on the neck and face. they're like tiny acne bumps, but not acne. the area around the little bumps on my neck is sometimes a little itchy.
3.17.2021 – the area with the little bumps on my neck was really itchy this morning. i used some anti-itch cream and it stopped itching. i forgot about it as the day went on
4.4.2021 – Soreness in arm that received the shot
Autoimmune arthritis, Nail bed disorder and Skin hypertrophy
3.15.2021 – Joint pain related to autoimmune arthritis. The body aches I felt after COVID vaccine subsided after 48 hours.
3.23.2021 – Thickening and cracking of the skin in my hands. Unknown if this is eczema or psoriasis.
3.31.2021 – Swollen and red palms of my hands, swollen feet, minimal facial swelling, trouble sleeping because of pain
4.1.2021 – Redness and swelling of hands, especially palms.
4.2.2021 – Palms of hands and fingertips, feet still swollen, but less so. Scratchy throat, mild.
4.4.2021 – Parts of my fingers are peeling. Palms not red or swollen anymore, but fingertips slightly so.
4.5.2021 – Nail beds slightly red and swollen
4.27.2021 – Flare up of eczema on my hands.
Joint range of motion decreased, Injected limb mobility decreased and Sinus headache
1.4.2021 – Headache is more of a sinus headache.
1.14.2021 – The first 24-48 ish I had pain at the injection site, but no redness or swelling. Then day 8 I woke up to pain in my deltoid where shot was given, red and swollen. Had to take benedryl for 4 days to decrease. Now just tender no red or swelling.
1.31.2021 – Sore throat
2.16.2021 – Headache, dizziness and pain in left arm at vaccination site.
3.2.2021 – Pain in arm that I received vaccine continues to be painful and dizzy spells have continued.
3.9.2021 – Range of motion in left arm (arm that I received vaccination) is limited due to pain. Off and on dizzy spells are still occurring.
Wound, Acne and Dry skin
2.23.2021 – Muscle soreness and pain within inner upper arm that I received the shot in.
3.12.2021 – Sore on head.still sore and saw the Dr 2 weeks ago.
4.9.2021 – I have felt more tired thn usual
3.19.2022 – Rash, skin breakouts on arms whee I received the injections. Also on my upper back and chest which was very itchy. I started putting lots of lotion on them and they healed up. Extra dry skin around the pimple breakouts.- only 3-4 spots on each cite.
Upper respiratory tract inflammation, Eyelid function disorder and Extremity contracture
2.15.2021 – Lightheaded
2.16.2021 – Left foot and hand contractions
2.17.2021 – Contractions of my left eye , left hand and foot
2.18.2021 – Contractions on left foot and left hand , fatigued left side
2.19.2021 – Short of breath
2.21.2021 – SOB
5.15.2021 – Migraine headaches
10.23.2022 – After my last booster on 10/3/2022 I developed a head cold that lasted about 10 days . I had a nasal cavity infection and given antibiotics. I felt a lot of pressure inside my ears . I took asthma meds to prevent asthma
Musculoskeletal pain, Visual impairment and Feeling hot
3.11.2021 – Dizziness
3.12.2021 – No fever but soooo cold off and on.
3.15.2021 – Everything looks gray and a little dilapidated.
3.17.2021 – Pain in legs and buttocks
6.9.2021 – Nausea, diarrhea
1.24.2022 – I have had a severe cold for three weeks. Tested negative for covid twice in that period as did my husband. Am now prepping for a colonoscopy. Cold is resolved.
4.24.2022 – Terrible cold, sneezing, drippy nose, fatigue. Covid test negative.
7.8.2022 – Headache, fatigue, sore throat, feeling hot though not feverish, achy
10.8.2022 – Covid19 Daughter, Dr. (b)(6)
Slow response to stimuli, Disturbance in attention and Vomiting
3.25.2021 – I feel slow. Kind of out of it. Brain working but not as much as usual. Also a little dizzy.
4.22.2021 – Some headaches.
10.31.2021 – Strangely the sore spot where I got the shot moved to the back/under my arm. Was difficult to sleep last night because it was so sore.
1.27.2022 – In late December my daughter got Covid. I think I also had it in early January. I had 24 hours of non-stop concurrent diarrhea and vomiting. After that, my other daughter got Covid. My at home test was faintly positive but I had 2 negative PCR tests
Vulvovaginal mycotic infection, Cyst and Telemedicine
4.11.2021 – elevated blood pressure, sore around the mouth, pimples at back of my head small red spot on top of vein on back of my right hand, farts a lot period spotting
4.13.2021 – vaginal yeast infection , a lot of gases
4.14.2021 – woke up with heartbeat at 120beat|min finger numbness night sweats & insomnia on 4|12ER on 4|13 telemedicine visit
4.21.2021 – Fast heart beat more than 100bts|min,especially afternoonNight times, numerous anxiety attacks early morning several ER trips
4.29.2021 – headaches
5.6.2021 – Headache
7.7.2021 – right ovary cyst 13 mm in size
Oligomenorrhea, Gastrointestinal disorder and Migraine
3.9.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under arm
3.26.2021 – Migraines, muscle aches, nausea
4.2.2021 – Intermittent shooting pains in legs
4.5.2021 – Swollen painless lymph nodes under arm and on collarbone, same side as injection
4.8.2021 – Still have painless swollen lymph nodes but everything else is grand
5.13.2021 – Had 6 days of migraine and body aches, no idea if it was related to the vaccine though
10.2.2021 – Gastro issues
4.1.2022 – I had a menstrual cycle inexplicably last for 2 weeks. The injection site on my arm has felt tender for the last week, even though I haven't had a vaccine since my booster in late November
Dry throat, Burning sensation and Arthralgia
1.13.2021 – Sunday, 10th. Experienced dry, sore throat for most of the morning, then cleared. All day very fatigued. Gargled salt water and rested. I was fine the rest of this week.
7.28.2021 – Arm pain down to elbow and at time radiates down to wrist. It began at beginning of year worsening. I had chalked it up to age, but after thinking about it, thought i should have reported it on v safe previously. Now i have a chance to report it.
1.29.2022 – Left hand when i make a fist and bend my wrist down it hurts my hand an inch or so before my index and middle finger knuckles to the other side of the knuckle. Like its being stretched too much. Stinging/burning type pain.
Tattoo associated skin reaction, Skin swelling and Musculoskeletal stiffness
4.6.2021 – Traveling pains in my back, legs and feet, and pins and needles in my extremities.
4.7.2021 – Mild pins and needles in my extremities
4.21.2021 – My symptoms havent subsided. Its been three weeks, and I still have neck stiffness, lower back pain, muscle spasms, and pins and needles in my extremities. My left arm is still sore where I had the injection.
7.2.2021 – I got a tattoo two months after my second Pfizer dose. I have many tattoos and have never had a skin reaction to the ink. My skin puffed up and the tattoo was bumpy. It took two months for the inflammation to go down.
10.1.2021 – Vertigo and neck stiffness
Eczema, Abnormal dreams and Menstruation irregular
2.28.2021 – Itching on hands and feet (preexisting eczema in these places feed worse and in new spots)
3.25.2021 – Heart racing or caffeine sensitivity, difficulty sleeping, weird dreams
4.6.2021 – Stiff neck
6.22.2021 – Persistent headache on right side from eyeball to shoulder
3.23.2022 – My period was shorter than normal for 5 cycles in a row, I have PCOS so my cycles are usually kind and inconsistent and my las 5 cycles have all been in a normal range (33-35 days)
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