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.
Hemorrhoids, Eye irritation and Disturbance in attention
3.15.2021 – Lack of concentration, sore throat, joint pains, fatigue, headache and body aches.
3.20.2021 – Headache, joint pains, body aches, sore throat, lack of concentration, burning feet, diarrhea, fatigue, blurred vision and burning of the eyes. I have been taking my temperature since the pandemic and have never had a fever.
9.27.2021 – I have rash which I have been treating for 5 weeks. The doctor thought it might be heat or moisture rash, then Scabies, now a fungus. All treatments are not working. I also have a major flareup of hemorrhoids which treatment is not working either.
3.27.2022 – In the last couple of weeks I have experienced burning back pain which I mentioned to my doctor. I am going for some scheduled tests on April 4th to try to find out what is going on. I have not been the same since being vaccinated.
Tongue discomfort, Telemedicine and Lip swelling
2.14.2021 – Saturday 2/13 I woke up with a very swollen lower lip. Took Benadryl and in a couple hours it subsided. I read that cosmetic procedures could cause that with Moderna, but Ive had No such procedures.
2.15.2021 – 2 days after shot my lower lip was significantly swollen and (not previously mentioned) my areas on my tongue burned. Benadryl Reduced lip swelling in a few hours. Tongue is took another day to resolve.
3.4.2021 – #1 Moderna vaccine 2/11. Lower lip swelled and tongue burned 2/13. On 3/1 happened again. Took Benadryl each time. 2/13 lip got better in few hours. 3/1 lip all better in 30 min. Tongue burning persists. Advised NOT to get #2 shot!
8.12.2021 – Intermittent lip swelling that would last about 6 hours
2.13.2022 – My lips and cheek swelled a couple days after the first and after the second vaccine. Also a couple days after flu shot! This never happened before Moderna #1. Telemedicine and later an allergist
Middle insomnia, Joint swelling and Upper-airway cough syndrome
4.23.2021 – Sinus congestion, post-nasal drip, occasional cough
4.24.2021 – Pain, tenderness in armpit of injection arm - lymph nodes?
4.26.2021 – Mild swelling of lymph/pain under arm nor as bad as when it started
5.6.2021 – Pain and swelling in a few joints of a few fingers
6.16.2021 – Slight congestion and mild scratchy sore throat, some fatigue. I suspect its due to allergies.
6.30.2021 – I had one night with 2 instances of chest pain, tightness that woke me from sleep. Each time the pain subsided and I fell back asleep. This has never happened before.
2.23.2022 – Woke up with Stuffy nose and sinus congestion today. Mild.
Throat clearing, Mental impairment and Fibromyalgia
4.8.2021 – The shot site from my first vaccine dose still has a pain sensation. Its a small area that hurts, deep miscle pain in that area. No rash or noticeable mark, loss of strength, it just still hurts.
11.1.2021 – My very 1st shot injection site still has pain.
11.29.2021 – Fibromyalgia exhaustion. Also, olease note. The injection site of my FIRST covid vaccine still is painful.
1.24.2022 – Had been sneezing for 2 days, had a drippy nose also had been clearing my throat those same 2 days, had a neck ache and head ache and diarrhea those days. Please note i still have shot site pain from my FIRST covid vaccine.
10.25.2022 – Had covid. Horrible sore throat, body aches, tremendous congestion in the face. Was put on steroids and was sick for 7 weeks. Still experiencing bouts of exhaustion and mental blanking.
Respiratory tract infection, Infection and Toothache
2.14.2021 – Migraine headache, unsure if its due to vaccine
3.19.2021 – Shortness of breathDry cough
9.3.2021 – Ive been sick twice. Two nasty upper respiratory infections. Sinusitis, runny nose, sore throat, ears clogged and wet cough. Lasted about 3 weeks. Started feeling good and two weeks later came down with another similar upper respiratory infection.
3.5.2022 – For 3 weeks in Feb 2022, I had Covid. After being boosted Dec '21, I experienced breakthrough infection. Fever, sore throat, cough, runny nose, headache, body aches, sore teeth, fatigue and painful swollen glands.
Sluggishness, Disturbance in attention and Tinnitus
4.24.2021 – Lightheaded and feeling very weak hit me around 4:30PM EST today. Headache is a bit intense and I feel my heartbeat in my head. BP is not high and HR is normal at around 64 bpm
4.25.2021 – All of the symptoms have been mild today after a good night of rest. The headache persisted through the morning, the bodyaches persisted through mid afternoon and the general fatigue is still with me. Very much diminished at this point though.
4.27.2021 – Intense pain in the joints of my shoulders. Like someone trying to pry my joints apart with a dull knife. Dont ask how I know. Headaches that arent normal and not regular are intense for a short time then subside and sometime go away completely and immediately. Consistently more tired and draggy than normal. A bit of a casual soreness in my leg and arm muscles.
5.21.2021 – Unable to Focus
Varicocele, Epididymitis and Testicular pain
3.18.2021 – Dull testicular pain/discomfort, worsening over the course of 7 days, led to a physical exam and ultrasound. Diagnosed with a varicocele. Will be proceeding with further evaluation/treatment. (b)(6) Medical Clinic
3.25.2021 – Epididymitis got extreme. I was relocated to see specialists because I couldnt drive. Several medical professionals think this could be related to 2nd dose COVID vaccine because of the timing and circumstances. Saw primary care and urologist
Gingival discoloration, Gingival erythema and Hepatic pain
1.9.2021 – Mild dizziness
1.21.2021 – Minor pain in joints of toes and hands (rate 2-3 on scale from 1 to 10) that lasted 1-2 days.
1.30.2021 – Dizziness/lightheadedness and sweatiness/cold sweats
1.31.2021 – Cold sweats
2.1.2021 – Severe sweating, hypoglycemia (blood sugar was 57 and This has never happened before), tingling in tongue
2.2.2021 – Dizziness
2.3.2021 – Dizziness, some pain in area of liver
2.4.2021 – Dizzy off and on
2.25.2021 – Sinus infectionPain in joints of toes (never experienced this before)
7.29.2021 – Nasal congestion, plugged ears, slight cough, runny/itchy nose with clear discharge
10.4.2021 – Lightheadedness
10.5.2021 – Lightheadedness; unilateral foot pain
10.7.2021 – Light headed
10.8.2021 – Lightheaded; hot flushes
10.20.2021 – sinus infection
10.25.2021 – Vertigo Also took covid test at local pharmacy
4.4.2022 – Bad head cold with headache (sharp pain), muscle aches, fatigue, sore throat. Three covid tests came back negative.
9.19.2022 – Red, inflamed gums with white sore on gums.
9.20.2022 – Red, puffy, swollen gums with second white sore on gums (my gums are normally pink and healthy)
9.21.2022 – Red inflamed gums
Lymphadenitis, Joint stiffness and Muscle tightness
3.31.2021 – Specifically, my headache is a migraine, but I do get migraines so I cannot be sure that it is vaccine related.
4.4.2021 – My headache was a migraine, as stated before I cannot link to the vaccine because I get migraines.
4.20.2021 – Migraine
4.21.2021 – My Migraine has continued from yesterday which is very unusual for me.
5.4.2021 – I was informed yesterday that my lymph nodes are swollen on the side where I got my vaccine. Im still experiencing lots of muscle tightness in my neck and shoulders as well. Chiropractor
4.20.2022 – Ongoing issues with Sinus drainage & lymph node inflammation since my "booster" in mid-December. Chiropractor - multiple visits
Vertigo positional, Anemia and Depressed mood
4.9.2021 – Stomach & abdominal cramps & indigestion
4.30.2021 – Very itchy toes, no apparent bites or rash
10.14.2021 – Eyes burning
10.16.2021 – Armpit area on the injection arm is very sore and tender. Not new today, started 1 or 2 days ago but I didn't pay it much attention. Is this a thing?
10.18.2021 – Depressed
10.20.2021 – Lightheadedness, mikd
1.12.2022 – Extra tired, weak & shaky today
4.13.2022 – Flu- like symptoms in late January, cold in mid March
7.23.2022 – Vertigo, lightheadedness
7.24.2022 – Lightheadedness
7.25.2022 – Dizziness
7.28.2022 – Vertigo
8.11.2022 – Heartburn
Dyschezia, Influenza and Sinus congestion
2.10.2021 – Just want to report my second shot reaction started 12 hours after my injection and lasted very big time (severe headache and severe fatigue for 24 hours then I returned to my normal self. Kind of amazing actually but all good.
3.31.2022 – I had a two week long flu/cold with headaches,sinus congestion,painful diarrhea and fatigue. I home tested three times negative for covid 19 It was very dibilitating and I feel very vaguely tired still but am essentially back to normal now
Osteomyelitis, Viral infection and Joint swelling
4.12.2021 – Sore throat
4.29.2021 – Infection of left olecranon
5.4.2021 – Left olecranon became swollen again (although not as severe) and I go see the orthopedic again on Friday.
10.18.2021 – Severe lower back pain; from heavy lifting of items while working in the garage this weekend!
10.19.2021 – Lower back pain from heavy lifting
5.9.2022 – A bit of a stuffy nose and a slight headache
8.10.2022 – Allergies flared up after an outdoor event and of June. And i also had a virus that required a 10-day round of antibiotics.
Breast discomfort, Breast tenderness and Facial pain
1.7.2021 – I experienced tightness around my breast implants about 20 minutes after injection, and this lasted about 2 hours. I also experienced swelling of my right third digit ( I got my injection in my left arm) at the proximal interphalangeal joint which made it painful to bend and this happened about 1 hour after injection and lasted for about 1-2 hours.
1.29.2021 – Intermittent stabbing Left facial pain that started about 24 hours after dose and lasted for about 24 hours.
Butterfly rash, Ankylosing spondylitis and Nodule
3.13.2021 – Light headedness
4.2.2021 – Have ankylosing spondylitis and am having a flare of rashes in hair and face and aches in my back.
4.9.2021 – Severe acid reflux in stomach and rashes.
6.11.2021 – Swelling or arms and redness. Knots in back and legs
9.10.2021 – Hair falling out, facial butterfly rash, extreme heartburn that doesnt go away with medical issued heartburn medication, and belly pains.
2.14.2022 – Currently seeing my PCP for night-sweats, sweating during the day and inability to control my temperature that I've been having for the last 9 months. Along with horrible migraines and GI issues. I have a colonoscopy/upper endoscopy for the GI issue
Allergy to vaccine, Dark circles under eyes and Hypopnea
2.19.2021 – Redness but not near the site. It was there yesterday but realized not quite where I was vaccinated.
3.17.2021 – Tinny taste since the shot, slight tingling throughout the body after the shot
3.19.2021 – Below where I got the shot I have muscle pain when I lift my arm and discoloration and a rash. Took 2 benadryls because of hydrochloride which I am allergic to which is in the moderna shot I read.
3.20.2021 – Underneath my eyes are swollen and have noticeably dark circles since Wednesday night, particularly my right eye. Still have the rash and discoloration on my left arm but no longer have a rash on the right one.
3.21.2021 – My eyes are not as swollen as yesterday and also the dark circles under my eyes have lessen. Did take 2 more benadryls today.
3.22.2021 – Eyes still swollen but less than yesterday, right eye more s than left on. Still have a rash no itching and discoloration on left arm.
3.23.2021 – Still swollen underneath my eyes, more on the right one and slight dark circles. Still have discoloration on left arm below the shot.
3.24.2021 – Felt like I was catching a cold not sure it's from the shot. Had dental work the day before the shot. Eyes still the same as yesterday. New rash spot on left arm slightly itchy.
3.31.2021 – Started sweating at night recently and not breathing as deeply. Also tired throughout the day.
4.14.2021 – Itching again, eyes still swollen, tiny breakouts on face , slight headache in left eye a few times, no Tylenol nedded.
9.17.2021 – Tire often, swollen eyes still, allergic to the moderna shot.
Flank pain, Edema peripheral and Hypoesthesia
3.11.2021 – Sore area on my face. Like dental numbness coming out
4.1.2021 – A rash and a few swollen raised areas under my right arm in the arm put area.
11.3.2021 – Large painful lymph gland under my arm in the arm that got the vaccine
11.4.2021 – Still sore in lymph glands under the arm I got the vaccine but much better than yesterday
11.5.2021 – Soreness under left arm in lymph area but better than yesterday
6.10.2022 – Inflammation through my extremities mostly through my left leg/knee. Physical therapist next week
Liver disorder, Edema peripheral and Abdominal pain upper
12.29.2020 – Numbness on face a bit , especially sinus area
12.31.2020 – Sore throat
1.18.2021 – Arm still sore . Sometimes a sharp pain to the underarm ..
1.23.2021 – Pain under arm pits both sides
1.24.2021 – Feels like under-armpits are swollen
2.7.2021 – Still first injection site on left arm still feels pain along with right arm injection site
2.14.2021 – Sharp Stomach pain its there .. got X-ray , blood work and ultra sound . Waiting on results .
2.19.2021 – Still left side hurts and dont know why.. they ran test but everything shows normal . My body aches a bit
7.25.2021 – Liver
Neutrophil count decreased, White blood cell count decreased and Increased viscosity of upper respiratory secretion
3.27.2021 – Swelling of left armpit/lymph node - same side as vaccine was administered.
3.28.2021 – Swelling and tenderness of left armpit/lymph nodes - same side as vaccine was administered.
3.29.2021 – Swelling of armpit/lymph nodes on left side - same side as vaccine was administered.
3.30.2021 – Left armpit/lymph node are still swollen - this is same side as vaccine was administered.
3.31.2021 – Tenderness/low grade pain in continued swollen left armpit/lymph node area - same side as vaccine was administered.
4.16.2021 – Joint pain/stiffness, chest pain. Chiropractor for pain management.
4.23.2021 – Joint pain. Also just completed routine bloodwork that showed flagged results for very low white blood cells and absolute neutrophils. This has never been an issue before. Getting retested in 3-4 weeks to see if vaccine temporarily skewed results.
6.25.2021 – After receiving my second vaccine, I completely skipped one menstrual cycle. I am now back on a normal schedule.
3.26.2022 – Right ear pain/pressure, pulsatile tinnitus.
6.12.2022 – Forced cough, thickened mucus.
12.14.2022 – Covid 19 infection.
Adverse drug reaction, Bursitis and Quarantine
12.4.2021 – Symptoms not related to shot. Symptoms are related to cancer and radiation and chemo treatments.
12.5.2021 – But, these are related to uterine cancer and associated radiation and chemo treatments.
12.6.2021 – Symptoms are related to treatments for uterine cancer.
12.7.2021 – All symptoms are related to cancer treatment.
12.22.2021 – Not related to vaccination. Just had chemo treatment, so have some tiredness, dizziness and nausea.
1.5.2022 – Bursitis of the IT band. Appointment with PA at doctor's office.
6.1.2022 – I contracted COVID on 5/20. Had mild symptoms (cough, stuffy nose, sneezing, headache). Self isolated for five days, mask wearing from day six through today.
Jaw disorder, Gallbladder disorder and Renal pain
8.5.2021 – Leg pain
8.6.2021 – Some chest pain
8.18.2021 – Chest pains and headaches and they didnt affect me with my daily activities bc they have been mostly in the evening
8.25.2021 – Leg has hurt so much
9.1.2021 – Chest pains
9.8.2021 – Chest pains / developed issues with my gall bladder
11.3.2021 – Problem with my jaw /trouble sleeping
2.3.2022 – Moderate leg pain
2.5.2022 – No
2.6.2022 – Mild chest pain for a little while.
5.4.2022 – Gallbladder issues
8.3.2022 – Very bad back pain Kidney area Have appointment with dr
10.18.2022 – Kidney pain Appointment tomorrow
Limb immobilization, Sleep apnea syndrome and Migraine with aura
3.18.2021 – Last night, after my check in yesterday, my arm got so sore I could not lift it at all. It ached and burned all night. Also, around 8:00 PM last night I got a migraine with full blown aura! Havent had one of those in over a year! I took my sumatriptan and the headache was not too bad. My this morning my arm was better and by 10:00 am it was back to being just sore. Mild headache today too.
3.20.2021 – Mild earache and slight sore throat
3.21.2021 – Back to normal today.
3.23.2021 – Back to normal as of Sunday, March 21.
4.8.2021 – Arm getting really sore. No headache yet. Last time got a migraine.
4.14.2021 – Poor sleep last several nights
4.22.2021 – Diarrhea started day of second injection. It would get better but then come back CV k. Still dealing with diarrhea today. Also now having mild nausea.
10.7.2021 – I had an upper respiratory infection in July. It was like COVID but I tested negative twice. I had fever, coughing, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, soreness and pain all over, massive congestion, loss of sense of smell for three wks, headache
2.18.2022 – Sick around Christmas with what I considered COVID symptoms but at home test was negative.
10.7.2022 – Mild sore throat
10.14.2022 – I got COVID
10.28.2022 – Lots of fatigue. Not sleeping well.
11.11.2022 – High blood pressure and increased migraine headaches. Had to go to the ER early this morning.
12.30.2022 – High blood pressure, insomnia due to headache, neck pain, worsening joint pain, brain fog. All this since having a mild case of COVID in early October.
Rash erythematous, Rash pruritic and Bronchitis
2.1.2021 – Took vaccine on 18th morning of 19th injection site red and red streak down my arm faded some in 3 days on Jan 26th arm itching had big long red place on my arm this is sixth day still on arm
2.8.2021 – Covid Arm my arm had red streak the day after vaccine then on26th of Jan had red itchy rash the patch of inflamed skin was 6 inches long 3 inches wide lasted for 11 days.....should I take my other vaccine?
2.18.2021 – My arm is a red band and hot itchy My primary doctor
8.17.2021 – Acute Bronchitis, just a shade away from pneumonia
Eustachian tube dysfunction, Parosmia and Depression
4.27.2021 – Depression
4.28.2021 – For a few days after the second shot, my taste was weird, sense of smell heightened, and my depression was worse. These effects have resolved themselves now, though.
5.20.2021 – Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and Ear Infection in both ears, severe dizziness. Took a course of steroids last week and am now taking antibiotics.
6.3.2021 – My Eustachian Tube Dysfunction has stayed the same, and both of my ears are infected. I've been on antibiotics for over two weeks now and they still aren't better. I have felt unwell for six weeks at this point.
Lip hemorrhage, Periorbital edema and Periorbital pain
12.19.2020 – My lips felt slightly tingly within 1hr of taking the injection but never were swollen. Approximately 2 hours after taking the injection I had a spot on my lip that was bleeding and bled on and off for about 12 hours. I also have irritated area in the inside of my mouth around my lips. The tip of my tongue feels like it was burned with hot coffee
12.20.2020 – Tip of my Tongue still feels a little I drank a cup of coffee that was too hot and kind of blistered it. Also still a little irritation in my mouth around the inside of my lips. But even more mild today and does not hurt
12.23.2020 – Runny nose
12.25.2020 – I have had puffiness and tenderness under my left eye
1.1.2021 – 10 days after vaccine had headache, body aches, 100.5 temp, loss of appetite, diarrhea
1.9.2021 – A little bit of lip swelling and mucosal irritation inside my mouth behind my lips.
1.11.2021 – Irritation inside my mouth behind my lips on top and bottom
2.12.2021 – My shoulder joint in the arm I got the vaccine has been sore the past week. Sore to lift and move around.
2.19.2021 – soreness on my arm near injection site and more soreness in my shoulder and back on that side
Rash erythematous, Rash pruritic and Tenderness
4.3.2021 – Some pain/tenderness in my armpit on the same side as my shot.
4.17.2021 – I noticed some underarm pain after the shot but it went away then came back and became more frequent about a day or two ago.
5.2.2021 – Red, itchy spot thats on the same arm that I got my shot but its not actually at the injection site.
5.13.2021 – What appeared to be a small, random rash showed up on my left wrist. I got my shot in my right arm. I have no idea if this is related. But it was just a bit red and went away on its own.
Tympanic membrane disorder, Oral mucosal eruption and Mouth swelling
4.18.2021 – I thought right side of my cheek near the mouth was a little puffy after morning shower but by the night fall it seems ok
5.16.2021 – Yesterday 5/15 I forgot to report I had fever up to 100 F
5.17.2021 – Not headache but my head feel heavy
5.18.2021 – Tightness of chest
5.19.2021 – My face is puffy since yesterday especially around my mouth. I have OAS the vaccine might effect it. Also I had running nose this morning very bad I couldn't stop it but I'm afraid that's bc seasonal allergy kicked in
5.20.2021 – My face is still puffy...no running nose like yesterday
5.21.2021 – My cheeks are still puffy a little bit but better than yesterday
6.18.2021 – Foggy light headed slight headache occasionally chill depressed
12.23.2021 – Blister and bumps in mouth
1.26.2022 – Fever , chest tightness, soar throat
2.2.2022 – Still have fever coming and going....it's 99.5 F highest today my regular temp is 97.7 seems like I have fever not evey day but more often .but no problem doing every day choir or work
3.23.2022 – Sometime my right eardrum vibrates / spasms
12.22.2022 – My blood test shows I'm in Pre diabetic label
Piloerection, Agitation and Eructation
3.11.2021 – Pain in lower rib area of back, light headed & dizzy, easily agitated, flush, cold with goosebumps,
3.12.2021 – Short of breath, higher heart rate, burning eyes, burning sensation in head, pain in right back rib area, gassy stomach with pain.
3.13.2021 – Burping quite a bit, off and on lethargy, nerve pain in shin (no reason to have)
3.14.2021 – A little lightheaded/dizzy
3.31.2021 – Higher heart rate, heavy chest, dizzy
4.1.2021 – High heart rate, caused hypertensive episode & had to go to emergency room, bad cognitive problems where I couldnt get brain to say words and forgot conversation or couldnt bring up thoughts, lack of concentration,
4.3.2021 – Brain fog - moderate, palpitations - mild, dizziness - moderate
12.23.2021 – Head zings & Heart rate went to 104 while resting. It's going up and down all day. This isn't normal for me.
6.19.2022 – I have been diagnosed with an auto immune disease. I have sore hips, feet, and hands. I was a runner before the vaccine. I believe the vaccine affected my immune system. I also have nerve issues in my hands, shoulders, and feet.
12.19.2022 – Very stiff joints in feet. In office visit and X-rays
Urinary tract disorder, Feeling cold and Urinary tract infection
1.13.2021 – No
1.23.2021 – One day(Wed)was nauseated all day. Have been having problems with one of my daily medicines. I think its my thyroid(Synthroid)medicine. Have had nausea with it before. My 6 mth appt is coming up soon.
10.26.2021 – Injection week had occasional headaches,had nite sweats,sweated a lot about 3days, the other nites I sweated by not as much., no fever. Had chills the 1st day from about 5:00pm on, went to bed with chills & cold, no fever. Sore arm @ injection site
11.15.2021 – UTI
11.29.2021 – Still working on my urinary problems,
1.17.2022 – Sore throat
Papilloma viral infection, Depression and Decreased appetite
1.22.2021 – Just felt blah this morning and little run down
1.23.2021 – Lower back pain like as if having my period
1.24.2021 – Im not sure why feels like period I did get mine right before
5.11.2021 – Had a seizure break through and have hpv in which they are running tests and not sure how this came up when Ive been having normal tests in past so I question the vaccine
8.10.2021 – Sore throat stuffy nose
5.25.2022 – Low energy low desire to eat some depression still can't enjoy food
8.24.2022 – I have scoliosis and levoscolious and sucks in pain
Urticaria, Sinus congestion and Dizziness
3.5.2021 – Im fine now but had a few days of COVID arm. It started about a week after received vaccine. It lasted about 5 days. Large red area with one tiny welt on edge of red area, a little painful to the touch. Its gone now.
3.20.2021 – I get migraine headaches so not entirely sure the headache is vaccine related.
3.23.2021 – Dizziness and stuffed up sinuses: cough
3.24.2021 – Headache not as bad today.
12.26.2022 – Sore throat, blocked sinuses with headache, extreme fatigue
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