Their Stories

Impaired healing, Dermatitis contact and Injection site discomfort

3.20.2021 – about 4 hours of muscle ache/stiffness of upper arm where shot was given last evening. Gone by morning. Headache lasted about 3 hours.

3.21.2021 – I have arthritis, so joint pain is baseline. Not really much worse than normal.

4.9.2021 – *NOT related to the vaccine! Got poison ivy ... needed steroid ... had to cancel 2nd shot(sched for today). Waiting for (b)(6) to contact me about getting 2nd shot rescheduled. phone consult only.

4.18.2021 – ***Symptoms UNRELATED to vaccine or COVIDHave serious case of poison ivy or oak. On steroid....last dose today. Intend to get vaccine ASAP

4.24.2021 – mild ache & tender around injection site ... not really pain; chills were late last evening and some overnight but gone by am; tired today & mild headache. Still have poison ivy rash, but no new rash since the shot.

Eye pruritus, Depression and Arthritis

2.3.2021 – Arthitis in both thumb areas acting up. Don't think it's related to vaccine...

2.4.2021 – Moderately tired but i can get like this pre-migraine

2.23.2021 – I had a migraine last night but I'm quite sure it was one of my usual migraines not related to the vaccine.

2.27.2021 – ? Allergies, weather or sl. depression causing tiredness

3.14.2021 – Anxiety, some chest pain, nore migraines

3.24.2021 – Dizziness but could be because of migraines...prodromol. some days still tired for no reason

4.23.2022 – Irecently tested positive for covid

4.24.2022 – Cough but i also have allergies and asthma

4.25.2022 – I have severe allergies to grass and trees and occasionally asthma. It's difficult to say which stmptoms are allergies...which are always bad this time of the year . Nose constantly drips, cough has been occasionally bad over a month. I have rarel

4.26.2022 – Itchy eyes, occasional cough

4.28.2022 – Cough...? Allergy

Sinus rhythm, Temperature regulation disorder and Bradycardia

6.9.2021 – Hot flash spots occurring around my body

6.10.2021 – Hot spots randomly along arms, and legs, behind knees, behind buttocks.

6.13.2021 – Left lympnode under chin/mandible seems larger than the one on the right. (Enlarged portion appears on the left side same as site of injection.)

6.22.2021 – Migraines/higher blood pressure than normal.

8.5.2021 – Weird pains in back of knee/started maybe in ankle, up to calf, and now back of knee. Its uncomfortable pain, and felt hot spots randomly as previously mentioned. But, this one, is pain, comes and goes, and sometimes persistent.

8.10.2021 – Im experiencing SVEs, Sinus Rhythm with Wide QRS, and have been experiencing pains traveling up my leg, starting at calves, upward to behind knees, originally it was hot spots, now its traversed too pain. I have no idea whats going on.

9.28.2021 – Memory feels off, cant regulate temperature, constant migraines, and chest just feels weird. Random muscle cramps that debilitate you. Attempting to get in, is not as easy since Im not old or have a diagnosis of immunocomropised

1.5.2022 – Yesterday, I randomly began passing out and my heart rate went into tachycardia & than rapidly descended to Brachycardia my blood pressure also plummeted. Since this, I've not felt good at all. I have tested negative on the 29th of December for covid

1.8.2022 – Dizziness, randomly fainted in an unusual instance. Since blood pressure and heart rate are difficult to manage

1.21.2022 – Heart rate instability, rapidly goes up and down, fainting, dizziness, and weakness Visiting a Caridologist, seeking E.R. Care is not possible hospitals aren't permitting equal access and assessing everyone without covid as less than. If needed I'll dial 911

1.28.2022 – Heart palpitations, feeling faint, cold/ chills. Visited cardiologist

2.11.2022 – Just general lethargy, headaches, body aches, and sudden increase from my normal blood pressure which has been stable for more than 3+ years

Heavy menstrual bleeding, Injection site swelling and Injection site erythema

4.17.2021 – About eight days after vaccination, the injection site suddenly became red and swollen again, and I was tired for about 12h. Resolved on the following day.

4.29.2021 – Your form is broken. My actual issue is that I've now had a period for a month! The flow became intense within a few days after each shot and then decreased over time but never really stopped yet. I'm so tired of bleeding.

4.30.2021 – I have had a period for over a month now, starting from a few days after the first shot . I thought it was getting better but then it intensified again a few days after the second shot. I am so tired of bleeding this sucks.

5.1.2021 – Still having an eternal period

Meniere's disease, Tinnitus and Dizziness

5.7.2021 – Tinitus Family doctor visit

6.27.2021 – I have tinnitus horribly and dizzy spells. Dr thinks may be Menieres but balance tests came back fine. I would love any information on other s with these symptoms. I also had covid shortly before my vaccines.

9.26.2021 РM̩ni̬res disease with ear ringing. Started about a week after last vaccine.

3.26.2022 – Ear ringing started after 2nd vaccine. I have made note of this before but drug companies are ignoring me as well as others!

Cardiac discomfort, Renal pain and Cardiac disorder

5.6.2021 – Strange nerve pain on and off in neck left side

5.7.2021 – Heart was racing extremely at midnight I was so scared felt like water and air in my heart the. For 30 min or more but under hour heart was racing I was so scared

5.8.2021 – Feel normal all day

5.22.2021 – Sore throat and weak

5.28.2021 – Kidneys hurt half night

7.7.2021 – Extreme heart issues woke me up almost went hospital lasted over couple hoursIntermittent Felt like a hard pause in a beat then bam was so uncomfortable

Hypersensitivity, Edema peripheral and Lymph node pain

1.18.2021 – I was achy all over the day after my injection but not a major problem. It did not alter my ADL.

2.6.2021 – Congestion

2.9.2021 – Swelling in arm pit and down inner arm to elbow on the side where I got the shot.

2.10.2021 – Lymph node swollen left arm pit and into breast.

2.11.2021 – Lymph node swelling in arm pit.

2.14.2021 – Lymph node swelling almost gone.

8.6.2021 – Allergies are terrible.

10.8.2021 – Painful Swollen lymph nodes in arm pit.

10.9.2021 – Very swollen lymph nodes in arm pit of arm where I got the COVID booster shot.

10.12.2021 – Swollen lymph node in arm pit. Swelling is starting to go down.

10.13.2021 – Mild lymph node swelling in arm pit. It is going down but still about half of what it was.

4.6.2022 – Really really bad sore throat. Doctor felt it was or might be strep throat and prescribed Cefdinir 300mg twice per day. I'm feeling better but still residual throat soreness. It might be due to sinus drainage due to allergies too.

10.6.2022 – Contracted COVID on 9/14/2022. Sick for 2 weeks with lingering fatigue and cough.

Renal pain, Rheumatoid arthritis and Joint swelling

2.10.2021 – Kidney pain since last night, chest pains since first dose

2.11.2021 – Still getting sharp pains in my chest occasionally. Im hoping this is relates to my stiff shoulder radiating pain to the chest area and not a side effect of the vaccine. I noticed pain in my chest 15 minutes after the vaccine but it did go away. Then the next day at work I had sharp pains in my chest while teaching. Today I have only had a few moments of chest pain but it is still something that concerns me in regards to getting the 2nd vaccination. I have also had continued pain in my low back/kidney area despite drinking vast amounts of water and eating healthy.

2.18.2021 – My shoulder joint is very inflamed after the vaccine. It has really aggravated my rheumatoid arthritis in the shoulder where I got the vaccine.

4.16.2021 – I visited my grandmother in AZ and had to take a plane. I did this after the full effects of the vaccine kicked in. However, the day after I returned from Arizona, I developed an odd rash all over my arms, legs, and chest, but no other symptoms.

Oropharyngeal discomfort, Respiratory symptom and Body temperature increased

1.27.2021 – No

3.3.2021 – Nasal congestion with slight sore throat for a day and a half.

5.19.2021 – 3-4 day virus (like a cold) with nasal congestion, fatigue, and fever of 100.5.

8.18.2021 – In May, I had respiratory symptoms and fatigue for several days and a fever of 100 degrees for a day.

2.17.2022 – Intestinal upset, sore throat, sinus congestion for 2 weeks, headache, fatigue

12.19.2022 – Mild covid. Positive test. Nasal congestion, sore throat, fever of 100.7 for a few days, 1 day of aches.

Cardiac aneurysm, Gingival bleeding and Epistaxis

1.19.2021 – Mild fever, Headache, nausea, tiredness 12-48 hrs post both vaccine doses

2.16.2021 – I have fibromyalgia: Hip and leg pain with tingling/numbness returned and worsening of shoulder pain despite adherence to gabapentin. Dizziness also experienced as on/off. Epistaxis, GI discomfort,heavy menstrual bleeding but may be due to celebrex

2.24.2021 – Joint pain, Gi discomfort, epistaxis, gum bleeding, tingling/numbness in arms and legs, dizziness

4.15.2021 – Weekly episode of epistaxis continue . Monthly heavy menstrual bleeding continue. Pending appointment for medical evaluation

7.17.2021 – Ocasional Nosebleeds and heavy menstrual bleeding continue

1.16.2022 – Loose stools

1.19.2022 – Arm pit pain in same arm where I got the shot

1.20.2022 – Shoulder an axila pain

1.28.2022 – Interatrial aneurysm

2.4.2022 – Hip and back pain

Abnormal feces, Dermatitis and Feces soft

4.26.2021 – Not diarrhea but type 5 on the Bristol stool chart, for the past few days.

4.27.2021 – Not actually diarrhea, just loose stools. I've been having them for several days at this point.

10.21.2021 – Childhood asthma problems (which were always minor) may have reemerged. I had to use my inhaler for the first time in many years, but I've only used it on two occasions.

1.15.2022 – Doubt this is relevant but one night after sleeping with socks on for warmth, I woke up with pain in my toes. They developed small red bumps that itch and hurt to touch, and hurt when I bend my toes. Probably dermatitis.

Breath odor, Uterine leiomyoma and Candida infection

1.26.2021 – Cloudy vision, lower abdominal pain, smelly breath

1.30.2021 – Constipation

2.8.2021 – SOB, productive cough, chest pain, abdominal pain, upper & lower back pain, headache, tachycardia.

2.13.2021 – Headache, cough, SOB, tired, chest pain, back pain

2.27.2021 – Sore throat, coughing spells, no endurance (cannot even do my hair in the morning), SOB with exertion.

4.24.2021 – Abdominal pain, 10 lbs wt gain, swelling on left food, insomnia, thrush, chest discomfort.

1.23.2022 – Have had a full hysterectomy due to multiple fibroids.

Bone density increased, Spinal operation and Limb injury

4.7.2021 – I got a lump on my collar bone after 1st shot and it went away. After 2 Nd shot a much larger lump on collar bone. Crated first and benign. Did nothing on this one as had back surgery. Not sure if related to vaccine as have minor damage to should

4.8.2021 – Lump on shoulder. Had back surgery and nauseated and uncomfortable. Allergies - drainage.

5.27.2021 – Painful joints

8.26.2021 – More severe body pains

4.14.2022 – I got the Prevnar 20 shot

Dialysis, Aphasia and Visual impairment

2.21.2021 – On 2/17 approx 18 hours after vaccination #2 and about 2 hours into a hemodialysis treatment I experiemced a trans corny episode of receptive and expressive aphasia. During that time I was attempting to text with my sister who was concerned and texted beck wondering if I was having a stroke. I was unable to read her inquiry at the time. Other staff at the dialysis center noted me acting oddly. The episode spontaeously resolved after about 2.5 hours with no apparent residual effects. There have been no repeated episodes during subsequent treatments.

8.17.2021 – Had booster on 8/15. On 8/17 on dialysis had had visual problems that resolved after treatment.

Increased viscosity of upper respiratory secretion, Sputum discolored and Hypoesthesia oral

4.9.2021 – Slight underarm pain and lymph swelling in vaccinated arm

5.4.2021 – Numbness on the right side of the tip of my tongue. Perhaps due to immflamuation around the lingual nerve?

5.5.2021 – Fever, chills and sweats during the night.

4.28.2022 – Early Jan 2022, tired, mild head ache, sinus full of thick mucus. Tested positive for COVID on Jan 3 ,2022 (I have also had COVID, Jan 2021). This Jan 2022 case of COVID came after 2 Pfizer shots and 1 Pfizer booster. Symptoms were milder Jan 2022.

7.11.2022 – Mild soar throat, mild sinus drainage. Productive cough of tenacious yellow mucus.

Hypomenorrhea, Stress and Intermenstrual bleeding

11.27.2021 – I had mini menstrual bleeding the day after getting the shot 2 weeks before i was supposed to. I thought I got it early due to stress but it's almost over already. Usually have menstrual cramps but didn't have that.

11.29.2021 – Had menstral bleeding that went away

11.30.2021 – A little tightness / pain in chest... but it went away after a few minutes prob just stress. I'm a caregiver for a special needs individual who was emitting destructive behaviors so could just be unrelated stress.

2.25.2022 – period is lighter than it used to be. Nothing else had changed and I've never been on birth control. Otherwise I'm fine.

Arthritis, Paresthesia and Lymph node pain

3.17.2021 – Left shoulder and clavicle probable arthritis and got the shot in that arm. 5 min after the shot my left shoulder and clavicle began aching. Then tingling down both arms and into hands.

4.21.2021 – Lymph node under rt arm swollen and sore

4.22.2021 – Lymph nodes under rt arm swollen and sore

4.23.2021 – Lymph nodes under arm on shot side (rt) are still sore, but less swelling than yesterday.

4.24.2021 – Lymph nodes under rt (shot) arm swollen and sore but no difference from yesterday. Head conversation today

4.25.2021 – Lymph nodes under rt arm (on the shot side) are still sore and swollen. Less than the first two days but still noticable

4.26.2021 – Lymph node still larger than normal and soreness noticeable

Hepatomegaly, Splenomegaly and Sinus headache

4.10.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes in armpit (injection side)

4.11.2021 – Still have fullness in armpit on injection side

4.13.2021 – Still feel swollen lymph nodes under arm on side of the injection

5.13.2021 – Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever

5.21.2021 – Stomach issues. Mostly diarrhea

7.8.2021 – Vomiting, diarrhea, fever, enlarged liver and spleen

12.4.2021 – Lymph nodes swollen under arms and neck

12.5.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under left arm

12.30.2021 – Vomiting and diarrhea

10.22.2022 – Fever, cough, sinus headache, nasal drip, headache

Interstitial lung disease, Kidney infection and Nephrolithiasis

3.6.2021 – Couldnt bring fever down with tylenol

3.7.2021 – Area where I was injected is about 4+inches in diameter, raised, hot an itchy still 4th day after injection.

6.4.2021 – Not confirmed...see pulmonologist in two weeks. Only findings on CTInterstitial Lung Disease.

8.16.2021 – Lack of appetite

8.17.2021 – Extremely large injection site reaction. I am not exaggerating but it is in excess of 5 or six inches in diameter. I have a large arm.

11.13.2021 – Kidney infection. Kidney Stone

2.12.2022 – Kidney infection and stone

Vascular cauterization, Gastric disorder and Thrombosis

3.13.2021 – received severe chills & fever 5:00 a.m. March 5,2021

4.1.2021 – Nothing so far; its 5:15

4.2.2021 – So far not as severe as reactions to first shot. But put hands on heating pad last night finally went to bed after 3 am. Up & down every couple hours used electric blanket to help with chills. Finally got out of bed around 2 today had some toast & chicken broth.

4.3.2021 – Chills not lasting or serious.

4.4.2021 – Just still tired & weak!

4.5.2021 – Ive had diarrhea off & on for two weeks so havent considered it a side effect of the shot but thought I should mention it in case the shot extended it. I have stomach problems usually & think it is a separate issue.

4.6.2021 – Have other issues I dont think shot related. Re: shot feel good just tired!

4.7.2021 – Just stomach issues after eating; dont think related to shot.

4.8.2021 – Loose bowels but think it's from medications

7.1.2021 – Had stool test blood; had EGD & Colonostomy biopsy negative on mass of blood vessels lining that dr cauterized. Scheduled for Small Bowel Capsule test 7/12. Many dr appts & procedures done see above boxed answer. Vaccinations did not cause problems but having covid & blood clots did.

4.3.2022 – Problems been having since April 2021. Vsafe never contacted me re: shot and/or booster shot can't remember but was disappointed. Go to drs regularly since hospitalization 4/1/2020.

Scleral disorder, Specialist consultation and Eye swelling

1.26.2021 – I developed a bubble on my right eye. Possible abnormal conjunctivitis-like symptoms. Ophthalmologist

2.2.2021 – I had an unexpected bubble form on the white of my right eye. Went to the ophthalmologist, who proscribed steroid drops. The event may/may not be related to C19 and/or first shot (01.12.21). 2nd shot is tomorrow at 12:34AM. Ophthalmologist emergency visit

12.14.2021 – Stuffiness and persistent headache for se ral days.

5.9.2022 – Nasal drip and congestion

12.23.2022 – Congestion, runny nose, cough, 1-day of fever--cough lasted 3 weeks.

Temperature intolerance, Hyperesthesia teeth and Neuropathy peripheral

4.10.2021 – Fever 102. Headache. Muscle aches. Also some nausea and vomiting. Start on day 9 for 3 days and some lingering headache Negative nasal swab for Covid on day 11.No known exposure to Pathogens Husband who lives with me not affected nor others

4.23.2021 – My teeth are more sensitive to hot and cold. This seem to occur suddenly about D 12 after my first dose. On day nine through 11 I had symptoms perhaps unrelated: headache fever muscle ache nausea vomiting. When that ended I noticed The sensitivity to hot and cold

Discharge, Hyperhidrosis and Chills

2.11.2021 – My arm never hurt; however, when I pressed my arm, it was tender the first two or three days.

3.4.2021 – Little bit of sore arm

3.5.2021 – Symptoms much worse last night. Vary from chills with lots of cover to sweating profusely and throwing off all but sheet. I took a Tylenol this morning.

3.7.2021 – Only notice arm when I reach above my head.

3.8.2021 – Sniffles and drainage ... dont know if it it vaccine related or sinusitis or seasonal allergies.

Photophobia, Dehydration and Dry throat

10.20.2021 – My first dose caused symptoms for 8days. I documented each day. Day 1: Soreness in left arm (shot arm), Muscle pain in same arm,Fatigue, Weird feeling in my chest, Sensitive to light,Dry throat,Feeling of dehydration. Day 2 Small red bumps developed

10.25.2021 – Headaches and chest pains have worsened and more consistent the past couple of days. Made appt with a cardiologist

11.4.2021 – Chest pains severe and headaches continued so upon time for 2nd dose the pharmacist recommended seeing a doctor first. The cardiologist said to wait until test results before getting 2nd dose. Waiting on echo appt and results.

Vitreous floaters, Blister and Musculoskeletal pain

5.3.2021 – SOB, heart racing

5.4.2021 – Heart racing and a little SOB

5.18.2021 – Still experiencing extreme fatigue every so often, extreme headache that wake me up every so often, some SOB and heart racing

5.25.2021 – SOB, heart racing at times, nauseated at times, sharp stabbing pain in left shoulder, legs swelling and pain, headaches at times, extreme fatigue

6.8.2021 – SOB, heart racing, at times extreme fatigue, pain in left shoulder blade, eyes burning, weakness, at times seeing floaters, pain going down legs, feet hurting, left leg swelling/ bigger then right, cough at times and nauseated at times

4.27.2022 – SOB, chest pain & pressure, heart racing, legs hurting, neck pain along with shoulder blade pain

5.31.2022 – SOB

6.4.2022 – SOB, heart pounding

6.25.2022 – Fever, chest pain, body aches, SOB

8.27.2022 – Heart racing/pounding, coughing, and SOB at times

11.26.2022 – A got a blister on my shoulder and small lump where I had the last shot Heart pounding at times

Iron deficiency anemia, Gastritis and Fungal infection

2.17.2021 – Migraine headaches, muscle tension in upper shoulders, loose stool.

2.24.2021 – Breakthrough bleeding on my birth control pill. Typically not an issue for me.

3.3.2021 – Lightheadedness

3.5.2021 – Mild dizziness

3.17.2021 – Anxiety symptoms increased

3.24.2021 – Neck and shoulder tension. Headaches. Fatigue

3.31.2021 – Neck stiffness, shoulder pain.

6.2.2021 – Fibromyalgia flare up. Iron deficient anemia.

9.1.2021 – Gastritis

1.29.2022 – Yeast infection and flare up of Interstitial Cystitis

11.7.2022 – Runny nose, sore throat

11.9.2022 – I tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday Went and got a PCR, tested positive for COVID

11.10.2022 – Runny nose, cough (wet), sore throat

11.11.2022 – Runny nose, cough (transitioning from wet to dry)

Heart rate decreased, Hypersensitivity and Decreased appetite

1.15.2021 – I have periodic migraines and had one this evening. Probably not related to the vaccine(?).

1.26.2021 – Migraine headache on 1/23/21. However, I get periodic migraines (with visual aura), so probably not related to vaccine(?).

2.10.2021 – I have a fitness watch. My sleeping heart rate typically runs around 57. Last night it never dropped below my avg daily resting heart rate & averaged 87.

2.11.2021 – Headache gone by this morninghad it for 24 hours. Appetite a little off today.

3.9.2021 – Some chest congestion likely from allergies.

3.23.2021 – Bronchial cough, probably related to allergies. Mild fever and chills yesterday morning. Doing better today.

10.9.2022 – Positive for COVID 9/23/22

Menstrual clots, Rotator cuff syndrome and Oligomenorrhea

3.29.2021 – Lower abdominal discomfort

4.14.2021 – Loss of appetite

4.16.2021 – Swelling and achy feeling around left armpit. Dull ache in right leg

4.19.2021 – Sinus pressure-possibly due to environmental problems

5.4.2021 – Latest Menstrual cycle unusual and VERY long; duration from April 5 to May 3rd. Lots of clotting.

5.27.2021 – Unusually heavy period, Left arm and shoulder feels like an impingement is present in the deltoid

10.12.2021 – Elevated blood pressure readings Inconsistent Menstrual cycles

Dermatitis contact, Sciatica and Musculoskeletal discomfort

3.2.2021 – Rhinorrhea and fatigue

3.9.2021 – Vertigo

7.27.2021 – Now resolved. Had about 5 days of GI symptoms (diarrhea, abdominal cramps and loss of appetite) 3 weeks ago after travel to Rhode Island and Boston.

10.4.2021 – Left-sided sciatica

10.5.2021 – Continued left-sided sciatica

10.12.2021 – Worsening left back and leg discomfort

10.27.2021 – Recurrence of oral HSV

11.9.2021 – Recurrent oral herpetic lesions

3.29.2022 – Diarrhea, abdominal cramps after travel to New Orleans

5.22.2022 – Increased post-nasal drip and fatigue x 1-2 days

6.17.2022 – Moderate Poison ivy

8.5.2022 – Congestion, sore throat, fever and fatigue due to COVID

10.24.2022 – Cold sores on lower lip x several days

10.31.2022 – Indigestion and abdominal bloating

Impaired driving ability, Joint swelling and Peripheral swelling

3.19.2021 – Joint pain, body aches. I worked 9 hours this week (I'm part-time) in great pain. Driving was hard, made my right leg very sore.

3.30.2021 – With both injections I've had intense pain in right knee. It seems as though the virus attacks a weak spot.

4.7.2021 – Continuing leg/knee pain. It's painful to be on my feet for any length of time, going up and down stairs, and hurts at night. Slowly improving.

4.14.2021 – The pains in my knee and leg are continuing. It started with 1st vaccination, was nearly gone by the 2nd, then started again. I hope it's not a blood clot. Worked on my feet 4 hrs and hurt continually.

4.21.2021 – Intense pain and swelling in my right leg, and behind right knee. On pain meds that make me feel sick. Medical professionals not wanting to discuss this as part of covid, but i KNOW it is. In-person doctor appointment