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.
Blood pressure systolic increased, Petechiae and Blood glucose increased
2.24.2021 – Blood pressure elevated.
3.5.2021 – Increased blood pressure Called Dr to discuss. Will be keeping a check on this problem and treat if the issue continues.
3.10.2021 – Sparse small red bumps on trunk and legs + petechiae on trunk-few in number.
4.28.2021 – Higher blood pressure. have always had bp 110/66. After the vaccination the systolic varied, ranging from 125 to as high as 160average around 135.better now; this week its usually under 124.did not experience discomfort except occasional migrai
7.28.2021 – SLIGHTLY Scratchy throat with phlegm
Rotator cuff syndrome, Rheumatoid arthritis and Arthritis
4.12.2021 – Tingling in calf muscle
5.2.2021 – Loss of appetite ever since vaccine
5.3.2021 – Threw up a little
5.13.2021 – I was nauseated and dizzy four days ago i went to the Dr 2 days ago and tested positive for Covid with the rapid test and my arm is still a little swollen from tge vacvine still.
5.20.2021 – Right now my head is killing me. I also found out I had a false positive rapid test the lab test was negative so I don't know why i was having dizzines & nausea i also had a fever on 5/19
10.28.2021 – Arthritis in my joints and today a strained rotator cuff and I had no previous injury
4.29.2022 – I now have rheumatoid arthritis I was fine before the vaccine now I have a crippling disease.
Pharyngeal disorder, Sneezing and Nasopharyngitis
4.26.2021 – Aching throat. Not sore like a cold.
7.23.2021 – I had what appeared to be a garden variety cold with sneezing, runny nose. No fever, mild cough.
11.16.2022 – I have tested + COVID once May30&Jun9. My case was fairly mild but still worse than most respiratory illnesses I get. The worst was my throat, which had a hard to describe but distinct feel from others. Other minor colds. Form can't handle this data.
11.23.2022 – General cold symptoms. Runny nose, sore throat, cough, mild fatigue. No fever, no chance in sense of smell. Negative COVID tests.
Aura, Injected limb mobility decreased and Flank pain
1.10.2021 – Axillary Lymph node swelling (on side of injection)
1.11.2021 – Moderately swollen and painful axillary lymph nodes on injection arm
1.12.2021 – Severe axillary lymph node swelling and pain on the side of injextion. Difficult to raise arm or pick things up.
1.13.2021 – Axillary lymph node swelling and moderate pain on side of injection
1.14.2021 – Mild axillary lymph node swelling and pain. Previous slight redness to the area resolved.
1.15.2021 – Mild axillary lymph node swelling, pain in that are has ceased
1.28.2021 – Migraine headaches with aura
Loss of personal independence in daily activities, Bone pain and Tenderness
3.17.2021 – I just wanted to say that I got the shot on the 14th at 2:30 or so and that evening and especially the next day my arm into my collar bone was extremely sore and tender. I couldnt put a coat on, had trouble pulling up my pants even, or pulling the car door shut. That was the largest side effect I have had.
5.10.2021 – Migraine/headache with a bit of nausea lasting almost 24 hours
1.6.2022 – Under arm Lymph node sore and swollen
Blood pressure fluctuation, Hemorrhage and Feeling jittery
3.10.2021 – Woke up on day 14 after vaccination dripping in sweat what i never experienced befor.Measured in the morning temperature, it was normal.
3.29.2021 – Blue bruise on injection spot!
4.7.2021 – Blood spotting from either bladder or vaginally one night!Don't know if that has anything to do with it.That is the first time.Any questions on that please call. (b)(6) Had an appointment anyway with my Cardiologist, also M.D.Had some tests done,and still waiting for a few more!
4.14.2021 – In the morning and still over the day today,vertigo and throwing up.
4.21.2021 – Still somewhat light headed and off-balance !
9.22.2021 – Vertigo,brought me to hospital end of july.Increase of joint pain.
11.4.2021 – About 2 to 5 min after injection i had a burning in the back off my throught what went away after a few hours
11.24.2021 – Mild discomfort about 3 inches left above forhead!
12.1.2021 – Joint pain in knees and elbow!
12.15.2021 – Don't know if it has anything to do with it.pressure headache. Blood pressure 185,176,154,138,126,113,120,for a few days.now down in normal range. Called my cardiologist,he took c a re of me with increase of meds. My Cardiologist!
2.2.2022 – Tested positive for Covid on january 24.Retestedon February 1 negative. Symptoms: sneezing,runny nose, Shortness of breath,heavy pressure in hole head incl.ears,dry cough,upper too lower back pain, Went to my Cardiologists on 2-2-2022
5.11.2022 – Tested positive for covid on January 24.Sence i have ,Shortness of breath. Persistent dry cough. Pressure and pain in ear/jawbone area. In addition i contracted a bad cold beginning of April and still lingers around hat i didn't had for many years. Primary Physician
5.25.2022 – Body aches, getting and feeling tired easy,
6.1.2022 – BLOOD PRESSURE IS UP AND DOWN. FEELING JITTERS. Primary Doctor.
6.8.2022 – Blood pressure is going up and down! Chest pressure. Shaking.
6.15.2022 – Got admitted to hospital on june 6th. With BP 189/77/90 Feeling lightheaded and nauseous. Had Angiogram and Endoscopy,results for Angiogram no blockage! For Endoscopy unavailable right now,since done on june 9. Still dizziness and nauseous!
8.10.2022 – I
11.9.2022 – Cough in April for a few weeks. Cough in from September until now. Stil lshort of breath after January's Covid Primary
12.3.2022 – Cramps in left calf for 2 mornings!
12.4.2022 – Blood pressure up
12.21.2022 – Lightheaded,nauseous,pain in shoulder where shot was given!
12.28.2022 – Blood pressure not stable. Lightheaded. Restless! Regular physician!
Vein disorder, Nightmare and Middle insomnia
2.11.2021 – Had a bad nights sleep due to repeatedly waking up from bad dreams. That happens less than once per year to me.
3.27.2021 – I felt a bit of sensitivity along the arteries and veins on the inside of my upper arm (e.g., body-side of my arm between my armpit and elbow)
3.28.2021 – This afternoon I feel like I am buzzed from drinking alcohol. I felt the same within an hour or two of receiving the second dose.
6.26.2021 – My son contracted croup, so I developed a respiratory infection. My son tested negative for COVID via two tests.
Pharyngeal mass, Hypersensitivity and Rash
5.28.2021 – Dull headaches in the back of my head and running down into my neck.
6.5.2021 – Have a cold with head congestion, runny/stuffy nose and sore throat. Covid test came back negative.
8.5.2021 – A rash on legs and arms and lump in throat. This is believed to be allergic reaction to something topical (sunscreen or shaving gel) - referred to Allergist. Doctor is also testing for autoimmune diseases, but do not have results yet.
Cyst, Musculoskeletal chest pain and Influenza
3.28.2021 – Sore throat
4.5.2021 – Cough, sore throat, similar to allergy symptoms but I have no known allergies
4.16.2021 – Swollen lymph node under right arm
4.17.2021 – Swollen lymph node on right side; tender chest
4.18.2021 – Swollen lymph node under my right arm
4.19.2021 – Swollen lymph node on right side
5.20.2021 – The lymph node that was swollen after my shot (on the same side as the shot) continues to swell and cause some discomfort. My doctor said to get an ultrasound on it. I plan to return to her to check it first.
7.13.2021 – Swollen lymph node on right side (injection side) which has to be monitored in six months to see if it stops swelling. Also found a cyst Trip to imaging center for axilla ultrasound
10.30.2021 – Cough and sneeze for an hour, ringing ears
11.18.2021 – Rash on hands, primarily the hands where I got the shot. I'm not sure if it's from the shot or from something like hand sanitizer and the changing weather so I'm having my doctor check it to be sure.
11.25.2021 – I have a sinus infection but I don't think it's related to the vaccine.
10.12.2022 – Caught a cold (tested negative for Covid via PCR and RAT and tested negative for flu)
10.19.2022 – Contracted the flu (Flu B)
Skin burning sensation, Swollen tongue and Muscle spasms
5.9.2021 – After ist shot headache fuzzy tongue some swelling of tongue lungs felt like knives in each one difficulty inhaling and exhaling skin felt like on fire but no fever leg cramps from hips down to feet could not walk and some veins englarged and now not going away gagging style coughing still continues and heart racing and pounding of the racing heart in my chest and hearing it in my ears all symptoms started 1am in morning on monday after the 1st dose and lasted about 5 to 6 hours
Vaginal hemorrhage, Menstrual disorder and Feeling cold
4.6.2021 – Left side on body ( received shot in left arm) cold to touch. Bitter metallic taste while eating 1 hr after shot. 3 hours later everything tastes the same.
4.10.2021 – Woke to sore throat
4.12.2021 – Abnormal Periods spotting
4.13.2021 – Tingling on left side (shot administered in left arm)
4.20.2021 – Blurry vision in right eye. Super nauseous one night and had to immediately go to sleep. Get cold quickly, especially on left side (side I received shot)( house temp set to 78).
6.8.2021 – Chills, fatigue
6.15.2021 – Extreme fatigue, chills
Cyst, Taste disorder and Bronchitis
8.13.2021 – Weird taste in mouth and dizziness
8.14.2021 – Dizziness, strange taste in mouth
8.15.2021 – Heart palpitations
8.16.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes
8.19.2021 – Severe lower back pain
9.7.2021 – Swollen lymph nodes. Cold like symptoms including stuffing nose, earache, sore t
9.17.2021 – Cough
9.24.2021 – Severe abdominal pain
10.1.2021 – Diarrhea and stomach pain and cramps
10.8.2021 – Lymph nodes swollen had to go to Emergency room because we thought it was an appendicitis. Deep muscle pain in thigh and groin area.
12.3.2021 – Cysts developed on my wrist and groin
3.4.2022 – Bronchitis and sinus infection
9.3.2022 – Had Covid
Hypoesthesia eye, Patient isolation and Visual impairment
4.28.2022 – Running nose & post nasal drip into back of throat
7.26.2022 – Tested positive 7/15. Began Paxlovid next day. Was in bed with fever, chills, aches, chronic cough & tight lungs for 5 days, until symptoms began to dissipate. Isolated myself from two family members, ages 15 & 63. We wore KN95s. They remained well.
10.11.2022 – Severe visual disturbance lasting 20-30 min; numbness around eyes, through temples and in head around ears. Currently in ER to rule out TIA.
Scratch, Anger and Skin tightness
8.20.2021 – My eye sight hurts, like i am light sensitive.
8.21.2021 – Its getting hard to see, double vision, and my tongue feels tingly
8.22.2021 – My feet are ichy as hell, and this dam headache is pissing me off. Other than that Im fine. For the most part.
8.23.2021 – No, but my feet Itch like hell. Ive been scratching with a scoot scrubber. Headache is gone so no longer irritated with people and voices.
8.24.2021 – I feel better thanks for asking me.
8.25.2021 – I feel hot and cold. My headache is back and its passing me off. Im starting to get muscles aches, and my heart rate is elevated. I scheduled a Appt with my Dr. Worst case Im dying, best case Im dying slowly!
8.26.2021 – My neck is stiff. Im really over the random symptoms. Other than that Im just here. Bored minding my business.
8.29.2021 – Im good
9.3.2021 – Rapid heart, and feel hot i have a mechanical heart. Have to see my cardiologist.
9.11.2021 – Im back at the headache. People are annoying and Im lying in the dark. Wondering why this vaccine is being rude!
9.12.2021 – Yes, i dont know why yall have to give me the one with the worse problems. Felt like i was hit by a dam bus. thanks
9.13.2021 – I woke up today thinking i was fine.. until i started sweating like a whore in church and my body started aching . Day 3 and its no bueno! DO BETTWE PFIZER!
9.14.2021 – This vaccine is trying to test me and Im about to . I still am soar, body tight, and headache. Im really over this. I just want the sweating to stop too! Smh
9.15.2021 – this is getting ridiculous, its been 5 days and Im over here trying to survive this pandemic. I really dislike feeling dice yall. Why i hope tomorrow is better. If its not. Im not filling this thing out again. Im over it!!
9.17.2021 – I said leave me alone. Im fine. Yall can stop sending me this
Abortion spontaneous and Injection site reaction
3.30.2021 – About 10-20 minutes after the injection, I felt something along the lines of what it feel like when a body part is "waking up" through my arm, shoulder, neck, side, hip, ear, face, eye. It seemed to radiate out from the injection site. I still feel it a bit (4 hours later), but it's not as intense. It remained on the side of my body where I received the injection.
4.25.2022 – Pregnancy and miscarriage @ 12 wks
Flat affect, Affect lability and Feeding disorder
5.5.2021 – Early bedtime. Somewhat flat affect.
5.6.2021 – Mental fog, emotionally labile
5.14.2021 – At 2 weeks post-2nd Moderna shot: Fatigue Feeling hot & chilly at the same time. Intermittent but complete loss of smell & taste.
5.21.2021 – Ongoing, severe loss or distorted loss of smell/ taste, usually debilitating & causing inability to eat, weakness, & inability to function normally. Ongoing periods of chills/sweats/ shivering. Brain fog. Insomnia. Primary care Physcn; longtime local pharmacist.
5.28.2021 – No sense of taste; all smells either non-existent, or so foul as to cause debilitating nausea. Chills/sweats/intermittent fever.
6.6.2021 – Persistent fatigue; insomnia; chills/sweats at same time; periodic unsteady gait; unreliable memory re: date, time, previous conversations.
Emotional distress, Pelvic pain and Depressed mood
2.5.2021 – Very emotional.
2.6.2021 – Started my period 5 days early, which isn't normal for me
2.19.2021 – Itchy and red injection site occasionally. I don't notice a pattern to it.I think I'm having worse hangovers.
3.26.2021 – Itchy at injection site, painful lymph nodes on same side.I can't tell if I'm having a stronger reaction to normal seasonal allergies (oak+ash pollen) or if the pollen counts are higher due to weather changes, but my allergies seem more intense
4.16.2021 – Abnormal timing of Menstrual cramping, pelvic floor pain that's not usual. Itchiness of injection sites
9.3.2021 – Fatigued often, depressed.
10.27.2021 – My menstrual cycle restarted: i finished recently on this past Friday or Saturday, but like my 1st shot, this one kickstarted it again
10.28.2021 – Swollen and painful armpit of same side as injection
11.9.2021 – On and off diahreah
Peripheral embolism, Antiphospholipid syndrome and Urinary bladder hemorrhage
5.3.2021 – Pain in left calf Blood Clots, PE left lung and both legs. Left leg worst than right leg.
5.7.2021 – Blood clotting in both legs, left leg worst than right, and PEs on both lungs. Admission to ER and ICU for treatments!
5.15.2021 – I was diagnosed with ASP. Antiphospholipid syndrome.
5.23.2021 – Blood clotting
5.30.2021 – Developed blood clots and bi-lateral PEs, needing to be hospitalized in ICU. In patient for 3 weeks.
7.23.2021 – Pain in legs / hip areas where my blood clots were.
4.26.2022 – Clotting in leg, blood disorder
Spinal osteoarthritis, Impaired work ability and Somnolence
1.24.2021 – Fatigue is almost certainly for reasons not connected to vaccine.
5.13.2022 – Some soreness in the injected arm the day after the booster
5.14.2022 – Tiredness may have to do with not enough sleep.
5.15.2022 – Don't think fatigue is related to the injection.
9.30.2022 – Had very mild pain at injection site the day after the injection but nothing after that. Not sure that the fatigue is related to the injection.
10.1.2022 – In retrospect, I wonder whether the fatigue I was experiencing yesterday might indeed have been related to the booster shot two days previously. The tiredness actually DID interfere with my ability to work at my desk, and I ended up taking a 3 hr nap
Bruxism, Fear and Hemoglobin decreased
2.26.2021 – First three days frequent urination
4.23.2022 – I am being checked out for low hemaglobin. Nothing to do with shot
5.4.2022 – Jaw pain on side where I got the shot. Tight jaw. Grinding teeth. No other reason I know of.
5.11.2022 – I thought it was my usual May allergic reaction but I have covid. Sneezing. Lots of phlegm. Had a sore throat.
5.18.2022 – Tested positive for covid. Joint pain. Coughing, sneezing, sore throat
7.20.2022 – I don't remember when you last contacted me. I did test positive May 10. I thought it was just my Spring tree allergies. Sneezing. Coughing. Runny nose. A sore throat.
12.12.2022 – Sneezing! Mucous nose and sore throat, hoarse
Quarantine, Dyspnea exertional and Aphonia
4.3.2021 – Thirsty and dry throat
4.4.2021 – My back felt heavy like its pulling me to lie down. It was last night
4.8.2021 – During the day I'm fine last night I had some chills.
4.18.2021 – Lost sense of smell. Got tested for COVID but non detected
4.25.2021 – Yesterday night through mid day today I felt those symptoms plus fever
5.8.2021 – Very tired at the end of the day and there are bumps in between my knuckles which really hurts.
5.24.2021 – Coughing and shortness of breath but better than last week.
6.1.2021 – I am still coughing and have shortness of breath when walking for long periods of time. I had to pause to catch my breath.
10.23.2021 – Sore throat, lost my voice and sinus infection.
4.26.2022 – I was tested positive w/COVID 3/11/22. Felt fine during quarantine, but I'm experiencing shortness of breath and occasional coughing spell to this date. I've been Having sinus drainage every night. I did have my booster shot too.
Dyskinesia, Neuralgia and Injection site bruising
5.2.2021 – Enlarged underarm lymph node on the same side as the Injection site
5.3.2021 – Bruising of the injection site and enlarged lymph node in underarm area
5.4.2021 – Bruising at injection site and dizziness
5.9.2021 – Bruised injection site, swollen lymph node in underarm
5.23.2021 – Swollen lymph node in underarm
5.24.2021 – Stiff neck and muscles
7.2.2021 – Consistent headache since last doseTenderness of injection site Random muscle aches
8.20.2021 – Debilitating nerve pain all over bodySoreness and muscle pain at injection siteInvoluntary muscle movement Tingling sensations at extremities Vertigo
Epstein-Barr virus infection reactivation, Feeling hot and Hypoesthesia
2.2.2021 – Last week, on day 8 post shot, my arm got hot, itchy and very painful. I then developed a rash. It was this for about 72 hours.
2.16.2021 – Extremely exhausted. Guessing my EBV was triggered.
2.25.2021 – Joint pain
3.7.2021 – Migraine
3.8.2021 – Small scattered skin eruptions around trunk & limbs
8.30.2021 – For the last 3 to 4 months the arm that I got my injection in has been going numb and Ive been in pain. It got a cute about six weeks ago, extremely painful. Waiting on MRI results for this issue and constant migraines.
Sleep talking, Initial insomnia and Hematochezia
9.20.2021 – Heavy period spotting after period. Tongue was poofy for about 2 weeks. Elbow still hurts. Very vivid dreams and talking sentences in my sleep. Woke up about 4 time through the night. trouble getting to sleep then tried getting up for work.
9.30.2021 – My arm tingles that I got the shot in
10.1.2021 – I couldnt not sleep last night my period was extra heavy after the shot I had vivid dreams causing me to talk loudly in my sleep
10.2.2021 – My legs hurt at my hips my fingers are swollen its like Im retaining water
10.6.2021 – Pooped some blood a little bit and my period has been heavy since I got the shot a week ago
12.30.2021 – My period was heavy as hell and lasted 2 1/5 weeks
Thyroid pain, Autoimmune thyroiditis and Back injury
3.17.2021 – Swollen neck and thyroid pain; sore throat. I have Hashimotos autoimmune, so Im not surprised at this.
3.30.2021 – I realized how much my arm hurt at the vax site. For some reason, it wasnt on my radar the first week, but for the last 5 days its hurt much of the time. Not terrible but persistent. Today its much less.
4.7.2021 – Yesterday and the day before I had an intermittent cough and sore throat, and some slight diarrhea. Theyve cleared up by today. Its impossible to know if its related to the vax, I know. But having Hashimotos autoimmune Im suspect. Thank y
6.15.2021 – Very tired, severe back pain, low stamina, depression, occasional cough.
11.1.2021 – Saturday (day of injection) and Sunday I had soreness in the arm of injection and also general soreness all over body. But mainly that arm.
11.6.2021 – Really hard time sleeping last night
1.29.2022 – Have thrown my back out twice. Don't think it's related to the vax but just in case it is I wanted to say so. Also digestive issues (constipation, bloating, gas, loose stools). Acupuncture and bodywork (PT)
10.30.2022 – I had a virus (not covid), most likely RSV, for 1.5 weeks
Human anaplasmosis, Arthropod bite and Gastrointestinal pain
3.4.2021 – I have diverticulitis, and sense this may be a flare up and not related to the vaccine.
4.3.2021 – Intestinal cramping last week. Think it was related to colonoscopy March 15. Dietary changes relieved symptoms. Doubt it was related to vaccine.
8.27.2021 – Anaplasmosis from tic bite (high fever [103]which lessened with antibiotics) currently on Doxycycline. Also severe shoulder arthritis. Misdiagnosed with pneumonia. 3 COVID tests done, all negative.
Decreased appetite, Dizziness and Fatigue
3.25.2021 – Constant lightheadness
3.28.2021 – My loss of appetite seems worse. Continued debilitating fatigue and some lightheadedness. Was fine until day after 2nd Moderna shot 2 weeks ago. Will get a Covid test but doubtful thats the problem.
4.11.2021 – Symptoms are not worse, so much as they are persistent. Dizziness and bad fatigue for 4 weeks. Better on some days; no longer having problems every single day, however. CDC should not be saying side effects dont last for more than than a wee
Thirst, Tenderness and Injection site bruising
5.12.2021 – Just tired really sleepy & thirsty
5.13.2021 – No
5.14.2021 – Feeling better today
5.15.2021 – Just rash on both arms beside the injection site & same place in other arm really weird!
5.16.2021 – Feeling better just tired
5.18.2021 – Feeling really tired
5.19.2021 – Slight headache & arm still tender
6.23.2021 – Yesterday evening was sick to my stomach wanted to throw up but had dierrea ,had to eat crackers & 7 up plus had headache ! It was just All of a sudden!
12.1.2021 – Just very thirsty ,can't get enough water to drink!
12.2.2021 – My arm is warm to the touch at the injection site
12.3.2021 – There's a bruise on my arm at the injection site
12.4.2021 – Could not stay awake today grey tired
12.5.2021 – Feeling way better today
12.6.2021 – Feeling good today
12.7.2021 – Feeling great
Peritonitis, Neuritis and Sciatica
2.14.2021 – Pains are where Ive had inflammation before with pain. Suffering sciatica before vaccination. So Id say it aggravates pain a little that I already had.
2.17.2021 – These complaints pre-existed the vaccination. But have flared up more since. So occurring where inflammation was already.
2.18.2021 – Pre-existing. Was amplified by injection. But subsiding
9.4.2021 – Painful inflammation in multiple joints over body.
2.14.2022 – Diverticulitis. Peritonitis. Pelvic neuritis. 12 days
Injection site pruritus, Injection site erythema and Injection site pain
1.27.2021 – Joint pain has been and remains in the elbow of the arm I received the shot.
1.28.2021 – Right elbow - slightly improved from yesterday but persistent
2.11.2021 – More persistent symptoms. Now 3 weeks out still w elbow pain and a little forearm pain. Pain has steadily moved down arm over last 3 weeks.
2.18.2021 – Still having right elbow pain from first vaccine. Decided to get second dose in left arm.
2.22.2021 – From first shot
2.23.2021 – Still in r elbow from when I received first dose. Seems less painful today though. Continued improvement.
2.24.2021 – Still right elbow pain from first injection. Improving slowly.
2.25.2021 – R elbow - remains mild
3.11.2021 – Persistence of right arm joint pain at elbow from first dose. Thought it was getting better but then flared back up this week. More arthralgia - no evidence of redness or swelling. Just pain in joint.
4.27.2022 – Pain and redness and itching day 2-4 after shot at site
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