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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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Nasal discomfort, Throat tightness and Hypersensitivity

ZCC-14369-99794

– Rash - the side of my neck has been itching. The side I got my shot on

– Neck still itches a little - no obvious rash

– Headache, swollen nasal cavity, fatigue

– Since getting my vaccination, I have had 2 fairly severe allergic reactions to the chemicals I use to do my nails. I did not have any reactions prior to. My airway was restricted and I was severely congested and couldn't smell or taste for 24+ hours

Hearing disability, Temperature regulation disorder and Urinary incontinence

ZCC-15546-21356

– Facial and lip swelling

– Changes in vision and hearing

– Hearing issues

– Cough, excessive urination, hearing and vision issues, rapid heartbeat

– Ear pain, bronchitis, fatigue, rash

– Ear pain

– Urinary incontinence

– Ear pain and trouble hearing

– Hot flashes, unable to regulate body temp, cough, ear pain

– Coughing, ear pain, chest pain

– Unable to regulate body temperature, hot flashes, ear pain, agitation

– Coughing, difficulty breathing, fatigue, gastrointestinal issues

– Cough, vision impairment, hearing trouble, gastrointestinal issues

– Exhaustion, inability to regulate body temperature, joint pain, extreme fatigue, vision issues

– Joint and leg pain. Headaches.

– Joint and limb pain

Hepatic lesion, Renal cyst and Ear congestion

ZCC-16703-15169

– Dizziness, sore throat, chest tightness and phlegm

– Dizziness, chest pain and tightness, ears clogged and pain

– Dizziness, chest congestion and phlegm, ear congestion

– Dizziness, chest pain and congestion, ears clogged

– Diarrhea and vomit, chills, headache, heart palpitations, chest pains, fatigue

– Phlegm, joint pain, fatigue, persistent headache, chest tightness, shortness of breath with activity

– Heart palpitations, chest pain that goes to shoulder and neck, kidney pain

– Extreme fatigue and dizzy spells

– Diarrhea and stomach pains, liver lesion

– Reoccurring bronchitis, voice hoarseness, chest pains

– Bronquitis on and off

– Headaches and joint pains as well as mialgias

– Liver lesion and cyst on kidney. As well as high blood pressure

Edema peripheral, Lymph node pain and Axillary pain

ZCC-33542-94565

– Mild pain and swelling of left underarm (same as injection arm)

– Still some pain/swelling of left underarm area

– Still some mild underarm pain but no more swelling

– Minor pain in left underarm (side that was injected). Please note: I was infected with and recovered from COVID 12 months ago.

– Please know that I had and recovered from COVID in March/April 2020

– Underarm pain (on side where injection was)

– Mild underarm pain on side of the injection

Rheumatoid arthritis, Arthritis and Pneumonia

ZCC-47656-80888

– Seems RA is acting up.

– Tiredness

– May be due to my inflammatory disease

– UTI with fever, confusion, worsened Parkinson's symptoms, joint and muscle inflammation and pain.

– Raw rash on end of penis. Having trouble clearing it.

– Much increased arthritic pain in both hips & back, painful when walking, getting up or down & sitting. Lack of energy.

– Hospitalized with pneumonia October 26-November 1. Stuffed up sinus this week.

– Hospitalized for pneumonia, not related to covid-19, Jan 30 - Feb 1.

– Fatigue

Gait disturbance, Sinus congestion and Rash

ZCC-81663-82612

– I still have the rash down my arms that appeared after the first shot. However they do appear to be slowly leaving and are not itchy so I dont think its a huge deal but wanted to pass on the info.

– Rash on arms continues to fade slowly

– Rash slowly fading

– Rash fading slowly

– Major sinus and chest congestion that lasted about 13 days. No fever and never lost sense of taste or smell. Took Mucinex 1200 MG it has finally cleared. Could not walk my dog her 1+ mile for 3 days but then pushed through it.

Injection site warmth

ZCD-12334-45988

– Pain is less than yesterday

– The last few evenings, the area around injection site feels hot to the touch, but I am not running a fever

– All previous symptoms have disappated

– It feels like I have a fever in my arm at the injection site.

– Around the injection site, there's heat but I am not running a fever.

– Injection site warm to touch

– All symptoms have disappeared

– Injection site feels hot to the touch, but I do not have a fever

– All previous symptoms have subsided

Arterial occlusive disease, Skin discoloration and Peripheral swelling

ZCD-12822-29146

– My left hand swelled up within 15 minutes after the vaccine was administered. I also experienced itching in the arm.

– The swelling in my left hand is going down, but I'm still swollen.

– Swelling in my left hand is going down

– My knuckle area on my right hand is still swollen. The area aches today

– My left hand knuckle area continues to be swollen and sore.

– Left hand is still a little swollen.

– Black and blue thumb with swelling. Artery occlusion.

Body temperature increased, Sinus disorder and Tenderness

ZCD-19475-69238

– My sense of taste is off, bad taste in my mouth. But my sinuses have been bothering me so its probably that.

– Unpleasant taste in my mouth

– Large tender swelling (lymph node?) under right arm, vaccine arm. Also, my temp went up to 100° last evening.

– Continuing, though somewhat less tenderness in underarm swollen lymph node. Continuing bad taste in my mouth.

– The lymph node under my arm which had been swollen and tender is improving.

Adnexa uteri pain, Polymenorrhea and Dysmenorrhea

ZCD-20559-16635

– I started my period the day I received my shot. My experiences the last few days have been consistent with my typical cycle.

– I had my first period post-vaxx, and it was very disordered. It was 5 days early, exceptionally heavy flow, and I felt weak and dizzy. It resolved after 3 days without intervention. I dont know if its an after effect of the vaccine or not.

– I had two disordered menstrural cycles. The vaccine is the only thing that was new. Menses was very heavy and painful, but only lasted 1/3 of normal time. Most recent cycle has gone back to normal.

– I'm currently experiencing intense ovarian pain.

Generalized edema, Sluggishness and Abdominal distension

ZCD-32190-81067

– On the 8th and 9th day after vaccination I had swelling, redness, itching, and pain at the injection site.

– Swelling in arm pit of same arm where vaccine was given.

– Heartburn, tried to strength train today and do HIIT cycle for first time after dose 2 and felt extra lethargic trying to move. Still feel slight bloat/swelling all over my body, especially in areas of lymph nodes. Not enough to affect not working, but enough to function slower than usual still.

– Still slight swelling in armpit of the arm injection was given. Less than yesterday

– Allergies - migraine lasting 12 hours

– Post-nasal drip, ear ringing, had COVID in january

Carpal tunnel decompression, White blood cell count decreased and Abdominal pain

ZCD-89213-96489

– I had stomach pain and tiredness prior to receiving the vaccine. So how I feel l is probably not related to the vaccine. I had recent gallbladder surgery, other stomach issues and take a chemotherapy drug that makes me feel tired.

– As I said before, I had these symptoms prior to receiving the vaccine. So I dont believe that they are a result of receiving the vaccine.

– Had symptoms prior to receiving the vaccine.

– Had abdominal pain prior to receiving the vaccine.

– Not vaccine related.

– Stomach pain not related to vaccine. I have other stomach issues that started way before receiving the vaccine.

– Stomach ache after I ate lunch. I have stomach issues. V

– Stomach pain not from vaccine bb

– Pain in the back of my knees. Physical therapy

– Rash and itching on right foot.

– Nasal and chest congestion

– Cough, nasal congestion and chest congestion

– Lower white blood count. Resulting in my Remicade infusion being rescheduled.

– Abdominal pain not associated with booster.

– Carpal Tunnel Surgery-Right Hand Outpatient Surgery (b)(6) Hospital

Vitamin supplementation, Mobility decreased and Asthenia

ZCE-25729-16646

– runny nose

– runny nose more than my normal

– runny nose “)

– The arm where I got the injection is painful. I favor the other arm and use a cold compress on it to sleep. It started a week and a half after I got the vaccine.

– Shoulder above where i received the injection has gotten progressively more painful. It has not responded to otc medications. Its my right arm; used much less than my left (Im a leftie). My husband has to hook my bra each morning. Is this no

– Im not using my right arm since a few days after the 2nd shot. Perhaps its coincidence but Ive never had pain there before. Meds havent helped. I use an ice pack some nights & heating pad other nights. It feels like its become more Monthly B12 shot in Drs office

Lung disorder, Dry mouth and Sinus disorder

ZCE-29008-67918

– Mouth is dry and sinuses are dry now

– Very tired

– Headache , lungs rattling , tired .. and havent been tested for covid in over a week

– Been having diarrhea alot. .. not sure if its xaused by this vacs or me having the RNY surgery. I have been watchimg what i eat and have been having this since a week after the second dose

– Headaches

– Left arm and chest area and upper back andnneck has been hurting and wont go away

– Neck is always hurting .. has been since 6 months out. My moms also did the same as mine. How many more at 6 months out has had this problem. Do lie tell the turth. ..

Skin lesion, Arthropod bite and Localized infection

ZCF-21320-90702

– Swollen and sore lymph node under my left armpit. I got the shot in my left arm.

– Swollen and sore lymph node under my left armpit (same side as injection site).

– Fatigue, body aches, sneezing, itchy ears (internal ear). Allergy symptoms.

– Muscle spasm under my left eye. I'm sure it's not related. I haven't eaten a banana lately.

– Muscle spasm under my left eye and muscle spasm in my right thigh.

– Under my left eye is still having a miscle spasm. I took some vitamins today. We'll see if it goes away now.

– Under eye spasms have turned into eye muscle clenching up. I should have mentioned that at the last check-in, since it was worsening/clenching then as well and not just the spasms.

– I got a cold. Runny nose, headache. Day 2 today. Under eye twitch went away.

– Swollen lymph node under the arm I had my vaccine in. My face looks tired/eyes aren't fully open.

– Quite swollen lymph node under armpit...same side as injection site. Also, to note: I had mild pain in the location of injection site that lasted from the time of the second injection up until present.

– Swollen lymph node on lower left side of neck and also still swollen lymph node under left armpit. Injection site was left arm.

– Swollen ltmph node under armpit and on neck same side as injection (left side). Right eye has been itchy.

– Swollen lymph node under left armpit (same side as injection site). Swollen lymph node in my neck seems to have gone away. My eyes are dry and tired.

– Swollen lymph node in armpit, same side as injection site.

– Sore throat, runny nose, cough. Took 2 at-home covid tests during different stages of the illness and they were negative.

– Mastoid bone is sore after having a cold (2 negative at-home covid tests). Went to dr. She says no treatment until/if I develop a fever.

– Pain behind right ear is still present.

– Anxiety the past couple of days.

– Still have the achy arm at least once per day. Site of vaccine injection.

– I had itchy legs and scratched my ankle enough to open the skin. I then acquired an infection in this area that was quite large. The infection is gone, but my ankle is still red/purple in the area of the infection.

– 1 small lesion appeared on the left side of my waist. I suspect a bug bite, though.

– Extremely mild cold symptoms. Mild nasal congestion. Swollen lymph node under left armpit (same side as vaccine was given).

– Congestion, runny nose, cough, fatigue, insomnia.

– I have always had a fluttery heart/extra heart beat sometimes. It's picked up lately. I didn't mention it on the last check-in, but figured I would mention it now, just in case.

Abdominal pain upper and Asthenia

ZCF-34464-54177

– I had quite severe stomach cramps on Friday. I dont know why...was it something I ate...a bug going around...or something related to the shot. After a few hours I was pain free, but a bit weak from the experience.

– Last Friday around noon, I had severe stomach cramps. I had to empty my bowels (almost threw up but didnt) and then sleep for awhile before I felt better. I was weak at first but gradually my strength came by back...after several days.

Body temperature increased, Throat irritation and Back pain

ZCG-10582-91916

– My normal temperature is 96.8-97.0

– Normal body temperature is about 96.8-97.0

– Normal body temperature is 96.8-97.0

– Normal body temp is 96.8-97.0

– Normal body temp is 97.0

– Normal body temp 97.0

– Had all the symptoms of COVID but they were mostly mild. High fever, bad headache, irritated throat, cough, stuffy nose, joint, muscle and back pain. Unable to find COVID testing at the time but was presumed positive

Rash, Arthralgia and Pain in extremity

ZCG-17698-19335

– Debilitating pain in back of left knee.

– Pain in knees and legs has continued to be fairly severe. I am not sure whether it is actually worse than it had been at my last check-in. In-office appointment with orthopedist

– Rash on chest and arms that is still present after a week. Doctor's office

– Both legs have been hurting ever since I got my first shot. Primary doctor visit

– Follow up visit with primary care doctor

Vestibular migraine, Loss of personal independence in daily activities and Axillary mass

ZCG-21530-47241

– Pain and burning in breast on injection side

– Pain in breast on injection side

– Pain in underarm (maybe lymph node) on injection side

– Pain in underarm

– Pain and lump in underarm

– Pain in eyes, neck and underarm

– Pain in eyes, pain in underarm, stabbing headaches

– Excessive sweating, pain in eyes, pain in underarm

– Eyes hurt

– Extended, continuous menstruation for over a month.

– Pain in eyes, weakness, dizziness

– Underarm pain

– Dizziness and feeling like I'm going to faint

– Headache is worse if I bend over

– Dizziness, Feeling faint like I'm about to fall

– Extremely dizzy and feel like I'm going to pass out

– Vertigo

– I have really bad headaches and severe vertigo

– Extremely bad migraines and vertigo have continued

– Vertigo and migraines are getting worse. I'm currently on my way to do an MRI of my brain.

– I was diagnosed by a neurologist with vestibular migraines. This is definitely related to taking the booster

– The vertigo seems to be getting worse. I'm unable to normal things

Movement disorder, Injection site pain and Arthralgia

ZCG-25736-03894

– Severe shoulder pain in shoulder joint but not directly at the injection site. 9/10 or 10/10 pain when lifting my arm or reaching up or across my body.

– Sharp and severe shoulder joint/shoulder movement pain. Depending how I move my shoulder or reach for something, it causes extreme piercing pain that is excruciating. Restricting my range of movement.

– Still having some sharp pain upon movement of shoulder, primarily with reaching or raising arm palm down. Has improved overall.

– Still some pain in shoulder but much improved and not an issue today

Road traffic accident, Panic attack and Swollen tongue

ZCG-25846-75997

– Nasal congestion, tingling in palm and knee on side of body dose was administered

– Nasal congestion, flushed cheeks

– Runny nose

– Likely allergic reaction (neck/jaw/throat muscle tightness, cheeks flushed, chest flushed/hives); controlled with single does steroid, multiple dose antihistamine, 180mcg albuterol sulfate rescue inhaler

– On 04/22/2021, I forgot to include that my tongue was slightly swollen; no Sx aside from pain at injection site present today (04/23/2021)

– Loss of appetite

– probable panic attack

– Mild/moderate congestion & wooziness when standing; mild/moderate neck stiffness in first 10 minutes after injection on injection's side, now intermittent and very mild

– Headache, neck ache, sore muscles; attributed to auto accident

Iron deficiency anemia, Sensitive skin and Tenderness

ZCG-30435-64157

– Big red swollen rash appeared at the injection site 8 days after my vaccination. It was red, firm, swollen & itchy. Approximately 3 inches in diameter. It disappeared after 2 days.

– Sore throat

– Swelling in the armpit of the arm where I received the shot. Like an edema. It is swollen and hurts.

– Edema in the armpit of the arm where I received the second shot-it is nothing as swollen as yesterday, but is swollen, tender and painful

– Edema in the armpit of the arm where I received my second shot has decreased in size, pain and tenderness, but is still present

– Edema in the armpit of the arm where I received the shot continues to subsidestill a little swollen and tender.

– Some lingering sensitivity from the edema in my armpit.

– The edema in my armpit is still reducing but remains a little swollen and sensitive

– Iron deficiency anemia (presumably completely unrelated to the vaccine)

– My menstrual cycle changed after my last booster

Bone fragmentation, Ear, nose and throat disorder and Akathisia

ZCG-33486-51662

– Covid arm so far is tolerable

– Just a really sore covid arm with swelling and tired feeling.

– Arm was a kittle feverish this morning. Now the pain is mostly gone. Just a little painful

– Some cardiac symptoms. Saw a cardiologist today.

– Swelling and tightness in my left lower calf where I had a possible blood clot before

– It is my left arm, wrist and hand. I just got back to my apartment from going to the ER for x-rays. I went to my local Hospital for an x-ray on my left wrist area.

– My right wrist is hurt. I was supposed to get both wrists looked at on an MRI. Noone called me back. I am fair but I can not do much with this condition on top of what ill-health I already had.

– Right sided severe muslcle pain. My Doctor gave me a steroid injection yesterday. My Doctor's out-of-town office.

– I have bad akathisia and limited mobility for one example Home health care started today and I'm waiting to hear from my local hospital about 2MRI's on both list

– I had two very long MRI's yesterday at the hospital and I am really fatigued not feeling well today. Radiology at the hospital

– Continuous infections on the right side of my head. Ear nose and throat complications. Heart issues that I am being monitored for now. Right ankle I'm having consults on right now and I've had multiple radiology imaging on different parts of my body Home health care nurses have had to contact my doctor via the ER nurse at the hospital where she is affiliated out of town

– Complete obstruction snd boney fragments with deviated septem requiring surgery. In the process now. Decline of health, akathisia is off the chart life-threatening bad. I have many consults and procedures weekly now. I have to have surgery asap. Colonoscopy and other invasive upcoming appointments.

– Sinus infections, respiratory distress, bone and muscle problems, weight gain. Had to have surgery in February.

Hypertension, Chest discomfort and Dyspnea

ZCG-57476-69721

– No

– Yesterday and today, I felt very fatigued and cannot explain why....I got my shot two weeks ago

– I feel heaviness in chwst and am short-winded...I don't know if is due to shots...started a week ago yesterday two weeks aftwr vaccinated

– I normally have low (good) blood pressure. Today , I took my blood pressure at CVS (twice) and it indicated that I had high blood press(hypertension). ....a first ever for me!

Gingival pruritus, Gingival erythema and Gingival swelling

ZCH-19054-39083

– My gums swelled and turn red, my front upper tooth is a crown with a post and I am experiencing excruciating throbbing pain that now spread to the teeth on my left side my my left nostril and my lower jaw. I cant chew I cant brush behind that front tooth it is so painful. I didnt have any issues with my teeth at all before the vaccination.

– My doctor prescribed antibiotics (AZITHROMYCIN 500mg), for my red swollen itchy gums, all the side effects r on left side of face. Im taking aleve for pain. And antihistamine for swelling in my upper lip, nostril, cheek, and jaw. I had none of these issues before vaccination...they all appear Ed one day later

– I feel better today although I woke this morning with the left side of my face swollen quite a bit...my upper lip very swollen. Tenderness and pain at base of the left nostril. My injection was on left arm at very top. I forgot to add that on Thursday morning I did have a rash on my chest, that was morning after vaccination.

– Severe upper respiratory infection since Christmas. Negative for COVID and on antibiotics Doing better

Cyanosis, Hypersomnia and Head discomfort

ZCH-39533-59988

– Day after vaccination, had tingling and numbness in feet with cyanosis discoloration to toes

– Loss of taste and smell . Heart palpitations with trying to dry my hair yesterday . Went to doctor to get rapid test and it's positive

– Diarrhea the last 4 days if I eat ,2 waves of mild nausea this morning . I had a positive Covid test on 1/11/21 .

– Pain and swelling in neck lymph node on the same side as injection

– Slept a lot on day one and day 2 . Had an itchy abdomen and itchy nose as if I was around something I am allergic to on day one . Took Benadryl.

– Fell asleep at 6 pm from unusual fatigue, awakened at 10pm to go to the restroom and was off balance . The right side of my head felt heavier . Have been dealing with the same headache and neck pain today

Neck mass, Nodule and Axillary mass

ZCJ-18890-33969

– Soreness in armpit and on collarbone on side of booster injection.

– Sore lump on right collarbone and in right armpit (injection received on right side)

– Sore lump on right collarbone and sore lump in right armpit (injection on right side). Soreness is improving.

– Lump on right collarbone still present but no longer painful. Lump in right armpit gone.

– Lump on right collarbone still present but much less sore.

– Small lump on right collarbone is still a little sore.

Injection site discomfort, Injection site warmth and Injection site pruritus

ZCJ-20872-75245

– On day 7 after first injection I developed itching, a 3 warm redness and some soreness around the injection site. For the 7 days prior I only had a very slight soreness.

– 8 days after receiving the vaccine the area area around the injection site started itching. For about 2 days it itched, was red, warm to touch and very slightly uncomfortable. The redness was approximately a 3 inch circle. There was no obvious center

Quarantine, Epistaxis and Night sweats

ZCJ-21059-65934

– The chills occurred during the night and then went to sweating and lightheadedness. No chills or sweats today.

– From 11/28-12/3 I had a low temperature (100.4 for 2 days), coughing, sneezing, fatigue. My husband had the same conditions beginning 2 days earlier. 12/5 was the first day without coughing and sneezing but still nose blowing. I am still fatigued. The Dr had my husband get a Rapid Covid test. It was negative. The Dr thought it could be a false negative or a flu-like infection or a reaction to the Moderna booster we got on 11/22. He prescribed for us vitamins, Advil, Tussin DM, quaratine.

Seasonal allergy, Chills and Headache

ZCJ-76633-36711

– Had shot on Friday. Just signed up for this today. On Friday 3/5/21 six hours after I got the shot I had very severe chills and a headache for 8 hours then it subsided. I have been fine since but wanted to report that for your record tracking. I am really not all that tired today but it would not let me type here unless I picked a symptom .

– Very bad chills and aches. Could be related to allergies??? I have seasonal allergies that act up this time of year.

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