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.
Body temperature increased, Asthma and Back pain
1.31.2021 – Yesterday I had fatigue. My vsafe link was absent yesterday. Joint pain yesterday.
2.1.2021 – Im realizing Ive been easily fatigued for a few days.
2.3.2021 – General slight increase in inflammation. I am needing a tad more asthma med the last 2 days.
2.20.2021 – Symptoms have reduced to absent over the last 24 hours
4.1.2021 – I have had back pain flare ups 3 times. I dont know if it is related, but coincidentally extra frequent recently. I am choosing to answer yes to the question below about whether it is related to covid. I would rather answer maybe.
10.1.2021 – Since I wasnt asked earlier: 14 hours after the shot I had a fever, 100.0 down to 99.4 over the course of the next 24 hours. Soreness at injection location and fatigue for 3 days
4.14.2022 – Sore back
Diabetes mellitus, Blood glucose increased and Depression
3.18.2021 – Unexpectedly got a periodThese symptoms are due to that but this was not the expected tome
4.15.2021 – I am a diabetic and ever since my first shot my sugar levels have been higher than normal even while exercising more and not increased carbs and food count
4.16.2021 – As a diabetic My sugar numbers appear to be higher since the shot.
4.30.2021 – More hot flashes- I was done with them prior to my shots- I am tired more often now
5.7.2021 – Hot flashes that were gone before my shots are back and more often. My blood sugars are higher than normal and I am more fatigue
7.13.2021 – Anxiety and depression
Skin burning sensation, Respiratory symptom and Injection site warmth
12.28.2020 – A phantom rash feeing on my abdomen that felt like I had hot coffee poured on me. It never developed a redness or rash.
12.30.2020 – Same phantom warming on the left side(had vaccine in left deltoid) intermittently since the vaccine was administered on 12/28. No rash. No pain. Just warm feeling.
12.31.2020 – I continue to have intermittent warming on the left side/abdomen that feels like someone is pouring hot liquid on my side. No rash. No redness. No pain.
1.1.2021 – The same warming on my side since the vaccine. It has become less frequent.
1.2.2021 – Same warming sensation on my side/hip but it is not worse. No pain. No redness. No rash.
1.3.2021 – Warming on side of injection. Same for last week. No redness, no rash, no pain but a warming sensation.
1.4.2021 – Warming on side that is less intense than it has been.
2.6.2021 – Sore throat
5.6.2021 – Sinus infection(allergy related)
2.2.2022 – Sinus infection after about 3 weeks of upper-respiratory symptoms. Covid like.
Paresthesia, Nasal congestion and Diarrhea
4.7.2021 – Nausea 2 days, not consecutive
7.21.2021 – Today is 6th cons day w/headache. First 3 days accompanied by mild diarrhea and nausea.Also, tingling in little finger of vac arm started ~ 4 days post 1st shot has never improved. (Not prev rept'd b/c unsure if vaccine related.)
10.20.2021 – Aug 2021-4 days in bed with headache and 102° fever; no C19 test. Oct 2021-4 days sore throat, stuffy nose and swollen glands; no fever; negative PCR @ CVS.
6.9.2022 – Headache, congestion, sore throat perhaps from allergies. 2x negative RAT.
Ventricular extrasystoles, Balance disorder and Gastrointestinal disorder
3.18.2021 – Lightheadedness about 30 min. and 1 hour after injection
3.19.2021 – Still a little lightheaded this morning and then headache but I get migraines so I dont know if its my typical migraine where I do get lightheaded or caused by vaccine.
3.20.2021 – Dizziness/lightheadedness
3.21.2021 – Still some lightheadedness/dizziness
3.22.2021 – Vertigo was bad this morning. Still feeling some of the effects but it seems much better this afternoon.
3.23.2021 – Vertigo is really bad at times. Called Dr and she prescribed Meclizine.
3.24.2021 – Lightheadedness this morning but much better by noon.
3.26.2021 – Lightheadedness
4.1.2021 – Headaches and dizziness have continued and are worse at times. On day 8, I developed COVID arm but that resolved itself in a few days. Lab work and possibly going to get a CT scan
4.8.2021 – Still struggling with headaches, lightheadedness, off balance Bloodwork & Dr ordered CT SCAN
4.24.2021 – Continued lightheadedness/dizziness/off balance since getting 1st dose on 3/18/21
3.20.2022 – PVCs and gastrointestinal issues
Skin warm, Limb discomfort and Edema peripheral
3.17.2021 – Right armpit swollen..got shot on right side
3.18.2021 – Less discomfort under arm where i got the shot. Tonsils area still a lil sore
3.19.2021 – Like side bottom of abdomin..and slightly under arepit of shot arm
10.4.2021 – Swelling under armpit on side of the shot
10.5.2021 – Swelling under armpit where i got the shot
10.6.2021 – Still have swelling under armpit where ibgot the shot..it has improved
10.7.2021 – Strange warm feeling on my legs..some tingling. Under ar still a lil swollen..but better
10.8.2021 – Right thigh upper tingling..feels funny
1.1.2022 – Low ringing in ears
Rosacea, Back disorder and Sinus disorder
3.28.2021 – Left side lower stomach. After having days of diarrhea.
4.5.2021 – Lymph node slight swelling on left side throat.Also on and off mild stomach discomfort left side lower quadrant.
4.26.2021 – Still experiencing periodic stomach issues/discomfort that I experienced after the 1st & 2nd Covid vaccine. I had a prior history of IBS/Colitis but no symptomatic activity for over 12 years. Have contacted Gastroenterologist for appointment.
5.10.2021 – Slight rosacea on facial cheeks near nose area (last 24 hrs). Same as what was experienced on 2nd day after 2nd vaccine injection.
10.16.2021 – Slight cough. Small rash on injection side of face
4.20.2022 – Continued arm pain and continued stomach upset with achy back.
5.11.2022 – Sinus issues and back issues
Hyperventilation, Skin warm and Burning sensation
1.20.2021 – I woke up with vertigo/dizziness/nausea on 1/17/21 and though its gotten a little better I still have these symptoms. I had to lay in bed all day on the 17th. These symptoms are brand new to me.
2.1.2021 – Ive had vertigo since 2 weeks post second dose that has gotten a little better but has not gone away
4.5.2021 – I experienced unexplained vertigo for 2 weeks
9.30.2021 – My face and ears feel very hot and are red like a sunburn. I only feel warm to the touch though
10.1.2021 – Tingling and burning sensation in extremities for around 4 hours last night, also the feeling of having to catch my breath/hyperventilating. These subsided after about 4 hours
Tremor, Peripheral swelling and Heart rate increased
1.7.2021 – Rapid heart rate, shakiness
1.9.2021 – Heart rate 147
1.27.2021 – Heart racing. This first happend right after shot. Then 1day lost vaccine HR 130-150 while resting for 4 hours, couldnt catch breath. Tonight and last night same thing of heart rate high while resting.
2.4.2021 – Light headed
5.7.2021 – Severe headache and muscle cramps
8.4.2021 – More heart palpitations and racing heart and swelling in lower extremities. Generalized weakness and pain. I am a nurse so I do not go to dr unless emergency
2.3.2022 – Rapid heart rate over 100 and swelling in bilateral lower extremities
Purulence, Skin sensitization and Furuncle
12.24.2020 – Referred pain & tightness from injection site to trapezoid on same side
1.14.2021 – Skin sensitivity
1.15.2021 – Within 36 hours of receiving the second dose I noticed a boil on my skin grew 3x and pus filled, almost like an immunity reaction. It had been a small whitehead on my back for a while and suddenly, overnight it grew into a painful tender boil. However 36 hours after the side effects passed, so did the boil- the pus drained easily. Im almost certain it was a reaction to the second dose. In hindsight I realize even with the first dose I developed a lower lip mouth ulcer/canker sore, which disappeared within 36 hours of the first jab.
2.3.2021 – Felt mild chills yesterday along with mild scratchy throat.
Energy increased, Abnormal dreams and Hypoesthesia oral
12.28.2020 – Could be food related
1.2.2021 – Only when I sleep could be positional
1.16.2021 – I was vaccinated in left deltoid. 20 minutes after I had a discreet spot on the left lateral side of my tongue that felt like it was being stimulated by a buzzer. There was No swelling no sob so ax anaphylactic reaction. When it went away, the left side of the tip Of my tongue felt a dull buzz. All symptoms went away in about 60 minutes
1.18.2021 – Vivid dreams, bursts of energy
Nervous system disorder, Burning sensation and Limb discomfort
3.31.2021 – I have a weird tingling, pressure sensation all down my arm where I received the shot. My hand feels numb as well. I am going to my doctors office today so they can check it out and make sure Im okay.
4.18.2021 – I have had pain in my arm where it feels like it is numb sometimes. I am seeking help from a neurologist this week.
12.7.2021 – Having nerve issues again like what happened my last shot. It feels like my arm is burning.
Cervical cord compression, Stenosis and Deafness unilateral
4.27.2021 – Its due to my lower back and stenosis. Radiating pain up right chest area
6.29.2021 – Severe cold - nasal and chest congestion
9.28.2021 – Possibly had RSV in June. Spoke with my doctor and the symptoms were that of RSV and similar to COVID. Had a negative Covid test. Took approximately 3weeks to clear the cough and upper respiratory. Doctor in neighborhood
12.6.2021 – Left ear is plugged and running nose at night, left nostril had blood. Believe it's due to weather and dryness in bedroom/house
12.15.2021 – Ear canal infection, loss of hearing in left ear. Have had medical care, and recovering now
1.31.2022 – Sore throat, severe sinus congestion. No fever, etc. sinus lasted about 5 days. Got PCR test on 16 Jan 22, Negative COVID.
Ophthalmic migraine, Rheumatoid arthritis and Migraine
2.10.2021 – I have RA so joints are acting up a bit more than normal
2.28.2021 – Brain fog
3.3.2021 – Having ocular migraines. Have had one a day for the last week. I have never had them before. Could it be from the vaccine?
3.5.2021 – Visual migraines which I have never had until receiving the vaccine
8.29.2021 – Lung cancer. Received 34 rounds of radiation and 4 chemo treatments. Cancer Center
5.14.2022 – Dizzy, balance
9.30.2022 – Joint and muscle pain in addition to my normal pain
Saliva altered, Eyelid disorder and Eyelid irritation
3.31.2021 – Injection site feels like a slight bruise at this point.
4.2.2021 – I noticed that the muscle is noticeably slightly sore if using it to lift something not light
4.10.2021 – This is likely not related: I developed an over proliferation of bacteria on eyelid(s), worse in the right eye leading to swelling and redness. Was likely exacerbated by pollen allergies and the eye being irritated before vaccine; saw optometrist. Optometrist
4.24.2021 – Dizziness
4.26.2021 – I continue to have a swollen upper right eyelid which appeared 1 week after the 1st dose, and has not gone away with a topical antibiotic. Evaluation is ongoing.
4.27.2021 – My right eyelids continue to be easily aggravated to swell, itch, redden, but this may be unrelated. Office visit for eyelid, but may be unrelated
4.28.2021 – Only previously reportâtes single eyelid somewhat swollen plus rash around that area
4.29.2021 – As before some continued swelling and irritation in one eyelid and surrounding area. If I use the prescribed antibiotic and cortisone cream, this seems to be controllable. Optometrist
4.30.2021 – As before, one eyelid and surrounding area continues to be affected, but seems to be getting gradually better. I have also had a bit of extra popping in the ears since the 2nd dose, but it is not worrisome.
5.1.2021 – About the same as yesterday: some residual eyelid swelling/itch/irritation
11.5.2021 – Sweating, extra underarm odor
11.6.2021 – Sweating
11.18.2021 – Slight itchiness in specific spots: 1) skin near outer edge of right eye - this happened after initial vaccination, but was more severe at the time - this time, there is no swelling, and the spot is smaller 2) opposite side of arm from shot location
12.9.2021 – I have been more easily sensitive to things that I normally have allergy or sensitivity to. This is mostly pollen allergies and food sensitivities: a more perpetually runny nose. Also, some extra thick saliva after a recent vigorous workout. COVID test at an Urgent Care
12.16.2021 – 1) Floaters in left eye. 2) Rash on right rear-portion of shoulder. Note: I have had floaters in both eyes last winter that went away after a few months, but now it is 1 eye, and includes the main part of the visual field instead of periphery only. Have not yet scheduled, but intend to.
2.5.2022 – Chills, fatigue, cough, congestion
5.8.2022 – Exacerbation of allergy: some already affected areas of face and scalp skin became more affected.
5.25.2022 – Joint aching and popping
6.8.2022 – Unknown skin condition on a certain patch of skin under one eye had become somewhat worse. It started after the first COVID vaccine, gradually improves over months' time, then gets a bit worse again right after each booster or 2nd shot of series.
Bladder dysfunction, Urinary incontinence and Neuralgia
3.13.2021 – Chest pain
3.28.2021 – Sharp pain in wrist on same arm
3.29.2021 – Groggy
3.30.2021 – Bladder leakage
4.17.2021 – Monday violent stomach cramps, indigestion, sick in bed. Joints ached with chills.
9.25.2021 – Excruciating pain and rhomboid an owner nerve for over three weeks. Bedridden from now that the entire time. Now have paresthesia in left arm and at times under chin. Some other issues as well.
3.30.2022 – Leg pain
5.22.2022 – Chest pain, diarrhea
6.13.2022 – Wrist pain
11.16.2022 – Pain in left tricep for seven weeks Anosmia Sick for three weeks in Sept
Urinary tract inflammation, Cystitis noninfective and Night sweats
2.8.2021 – I had my shot on January 27th. However, the redness at the shot site didn't appear until 3 days ago, and is getting larger.
3.13.2021 – A urine inflammation started approximately 2weeks ago. My doctor was deeply concerned and surprised; possibly to 2nd Moderna Vaccine. Another individual I was told had the same experience and died. He was 80; I'm 70.
3.19.2021 – I continue to have bladder inflammation since shortly after my 2nd dose. I went to give my urine sample to the lab today. Lab at a (b)(6) Clinic
3.25.2021 – Urinary Inflammation shortly after February 25th, 2nd Covid Shot. Still a major problem.
11.2.2021 – Stomach hurts, stabbing pains, and diarrhea Made an appointment
1.18.2022 – I was moving to a new residence. I had a runny nose, which I never do, dizziness, diarrhea, vomited, fatigued more so. These symptoms, except for runny nose I experience with my other health issues. I had these symptoms when moving. Forced to move
4.21.2022 – I contracted COVID March 19, 2022. I'm still having symptoms of fatigue, coughing, and night sweats. I am improving. I received a monoclonal therapy treatment.
Hip arthroplasty, Middle ear effusion and Swollen tongue
5.15.2021 – Throat swealing like something is stuck in it Family dr
5.18.2021 – Throat keeps swelling going for a cat scan tomorrow
5.27.2021 – The last 3 weeks my throat , and tongue has swollen ive been to dr 4 times had 2 neg strep test but ive ran fever at night and dr i do have fluid on my ears. The only thing ive at in 3 weeks is oatmeal. My mouth hurts so bad i cant put in my dentures
7.13.2021 – I had hip replacement surgery may 24th and got an infection ive had 2 surgeries since trying to get rid of the infection and in 24/7 antibiotics.
Breast mass, Injection site discoloration and Skin discoloration
2.25.2021 – Redness has and is more of green and purple bruising at site area since getting the vaccine.
2.26.2021 – Still green and purple at site but better than yesterday,
2.27.2021 – Site continues to be purple and green but better than yesterday.
2.28.2021 – Still green and purple at site but getting better.
3.1.2021 – Still green/purple at injection site.
3.22.2021 – None
3.24.2021 – Think had fever but it broke last night. Rash on back. Had with first vaccine but thought it was my eczema.
3.27.2021 – Rash on back is better.
9.20.2021 – Nodule on breast. Regular Dr. Visit
11.25.2022 – Cold, nasal drainage, and slight cough
Fracture, General symptom and Stress
1.6.2021 – Muscle Spasms in legs and specifically my left thumb, the rash was behind my ears on the ear, and under my breasts and took benadryl
1.7.2021 – Face has eczema today which is a common stress response for me. Under my breasts the rash is almost gone. I think I forgot to mention I had numbness and tingling in my hands yesterday as well as the other symptoms. I sent a portal message to my GP (b)(6) and she never followed up with me.
4.27.2021 – Had terrible injection pain after physical therapy from a broken radial head fracture. Unusual weakness, and severe short term lower leg pain on my right leg from right of my knee cap down. My recovery with my broken arm is over 6 months now. Saw my derm and got a cortisone injection because of hair loss and eczema
1.26.2022 – Headaches, stomach aches, fatigue.
Bladder pain, Deafness and Abdominal pain upper
3.16.2021 – Was really tired for a couple days but better now.
3.23.2021 – Aching in certain parts of my body
4.1.2021 – Some pain under armpit more and arm where got the 2nd shot
4.14.2021 – Arm getting sore and under armpit where tge second shot was two weeks ago
4.27.2021 – The night after my first vaccineshot mybladder started hurting it went away for a while but now weeks after my second shits its starting again. Someone else that got your shot said the samething
5.4.2021 – Bad pain under both armpits since lsdt shot March 30th
7.1.2021 – Lost hearing in one ear .Stomach pains to back
Spinal pain, Ear discomfort and Back pain
12.31.2020 – Head cold symptoms
1.13.2021 – Exposed to COVID 4 days after vaccine. Headache, ear pressure, sore throat & entire spine pain from neck to hips 4 days after exposed. Tested POSITIVE for COVID 9 days after vaccine. Symptom free 12 days from vaccine. Feeling much better now.
1.20.2021 – Occasional shortness of breath which I believe its residual symptoms of me having the CORONAVIRUS
3.21.2021 – Shortness of breath (I do have asthma)
2.14.2022 – Sore throat, sob, headache, head cold symptoms
Lymph node pain, Axillary pain and Injection site pain
1.24.2021 – Congestion, brain fog
1.25.2021 – Swollen and painful under arm, armpit area, radiatling pain across body to opposite armpit
1.26.2021 – Not certain body aches or headache are from vaccine
1.28.2021 – Severe headache buy it mqy be due to MOHS skin cancer surgery I am not sure which issue has caused the headache, vaccine or MOHS skin care
2.22.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes under arm. 1st night pain at injection spot was very painful
2.23.2021 – Swollen and painful lymph nodes
3.14.2021 – Exhausted, swollen nodes,
3.29.2021 – My arm pit lymph node is still swollen ....since Jan 23rd....im tired on and off....
Hypomenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea and Menstrual disorder
10.26.2021 – My periods over the past 2 months have been very different from how they were before the vaccine. They are much heavier and the cramping is crippling.
1.3.2022 – After my vaccinations and booster my menstrual cycle has gotten more intense. From cramping to my actual flow. It lightens up after a few days, but my cycle had never been this heavy and my cramps make me feel like I'm about to faint.
1.8.2022 – My menstrual cycle has gotten more heavy and my cramps are very intense. Been trying to get pregnant and not sure if my change in cycle has anything to do with it.
Cystitis noninfective, Electric shock sensation and Nasal discomfort
4.15.2021 – A little coughing.
4.16.2021 – The joint pain is very unusual - feels like periodic electric shocks in my jaw joint. (not the neck, not the jaw bone, just the joint).
4.19.2021 – Had brain fog days 1-4 that I didn't realize until it cleared.
5.5.2021 – Woozy, headache, and vomiting - concluded it was likely a migraine unrelated to vaccination.
5.19.2021 – Migraine that resulted in 3 hours of vomiting. It didn't feel like a migraine when it came on. Felt like a sinus headache. I do not attribute this to the vaccine.
7.14.2021 – Weird jaw pain (mild electric shocks) returned 6/28/21 (first experienced 4/15/21 after 2nd Pfizer shot). Had a head cold (tested negative for COVID-19 twice during it) that lasted 2.5 weeks and started 6/22.
4.16.2022 – head cold - sore throat, burning nose, painful ear (all on one side)
5.7.2022 – Sore throat, sneezing, chills, aches
5.14.2022 – Sore throat and other symptoms of a head cold - cough (high, not chest), burning nose, bleary.
10.1.2022 – Inflammation of bladder - not UTI.
Muscle swelling, Hyposmia and Hypogeusia
1.27.2021 – Pain in left jaw area .
1.28.2021 – Jaw muscles swollen and hurting. Taking ibuprofen for pain.
1.29.2021 – Swelling and pain in jaw muscles. Treating with ibuprofen, ice and benadryl.
1.30.2021 – Still have swelling and pain in jaw muscles, mostly the left side. Slightly less than yesterday; have been treating with ice pack and ibuprofen.
1.31.2021 – Swelling in jaw muscles.
7.28.2021 – Since a few days after receiving 2nd shot; i wake up with pain and stiffness in shoulder and muscle where the shots were given. Pain dissipates after a a short time (few minutes to quarter hour), but recurs daily.
10.30.2021 – Mild itching, but no rash.
10.31.2021 – Pain and stiffness in elbow of the arm the shot was put in.
11.19.2021 – Joint pain in arm receiving the jab.
11.26.2021 – Joint and muscle pain/aches
1.30.2022 – Continue to have shoulder/joint pain in arm shot was given in (since receiving 2nd dose)
5.27.2022 – Fever, headache, body aches, dizziness, lack of taste and smell, cough, fatigue.
6.3.2022 – Getting better, but still have lingering issues with diminished taste, smell and ongoing cough. Tested positive for covid on 21 May and 31 May. Tested negative on 2 June 2022.
Hematemesis, Suicidal ideation and Otorrhea
9.25.2021 – Muscle spasms, shaking,weakness, numbness on side of shot
9.26.2021 – Sweating, depression,cramping
9.27.2021 – Muscle stiffness, shooting body pain, Stabbing back and chest pain, migraine,suicidal ideation
9.28.2021 – Full body stiffness, back pain
9.30.2021 – Constipation, excessive thirst, back pain
10.11.2021 – Constipation, asthma, headaches
10.22.2021 – Nausea, severe constipation, migraines, vomiting blood,
3.25.2022 – Coughing, runny nose, stuffed sinuses, clogged ears, leaking brown liquid from ears
Parkinson's disease, Cyst and Sciatica
1.19.2021 – No
2.18.2021 – Ringing ears
3.30.2021 – Lower back pain. Extreme sciatica caused by a cyst L4 L5. Cyst removed by laminectomy yesterday. Sciatica gone. Cyst appeared to be there for a long time. Dr did not link it to Covid. Pain started in late December 2020. Did not think to report ea 2 days
8.16.2021 – Possible heart issues . Chest pains fatigue last week. Went to er no issue found. Took Covid test it was negative. Continuing to monitor my heart. Feel better today. See above
9.2.2022 – I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in January 2022 Neurologist visit and physical therapist
Herpes zoster, Palpitations and Asthenia
3.12.2021 – Shot arm has muscle soreness
3.13.2021 – Just little bit of shoy site soreness left
9.30.2021 – 2 consecutive episodes of Shingles. Second worse than first. I had the Shingles vaccine june 2020 (both shots). Both of these episodes were less severe than when I've had shongles episodes befor the shongles vaccine.
12.3.2022 – Positive result CIVID home test, moderate symptoms. Fever three days 100-102 degrees temperature. Debilitating headache, cough, shortness of breath, heart palpitations.
Injection site scar, Respiratory disorder and Upper respiratory tract infection
5.2.2021 – I have half moon scar where I was I heated. It just started today.
5.3.2021 – Woolen lymphnode in left arm ( same side where I got shot)Also, left arm and pectoral pain.
5.4.2021 – Painful lymphnode in my arm pit- left arm, same side of injection. BUT I also have swollen lymph node in my right groin area.
5.5.2021 – Lymphnode in my arm pit hurts, lymphnode in my groin hurts . Both less then yesterday
5.6.2021 – Lymphnodes hurting in left arm
5.7.2021 – Painful lymph nodes and extreme fatigue
10.31.2021 – Runny nose, upper respiratory tract infection, difficulty breathing. After antibiotics (Z-Pack), got better. However, even after and week of feeling better, still have hard time breathing if HR is up.
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