chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Three hours post vax, the pt experienced intense joint pain, headache, fever, occasional nausea and weakness. She continued to have joint pain on and off. Fever and nausea resolved. She took aspirin for the pain.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Approximately 10 days, post vax, he experienced generalized muscle aches followed by fever to 102. He was seen by physician. No treatment was given. The most recent information, received on 10/21/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Arthritis, Difficulty in walking, Muscle spasms, Musculoskeletal stiffness
Clinical narrative: Immediately following second dose of Lymerix, she experienced arthritis. On 8/17/99, at physician visit, she complained of a one month history of muscle aches, joint aches, etc. She also had a superimposed viral infection with some nausea and upset stomach, starting 8/16/99. Assessment: arthralgia (multiple sites). Dr stated it was possible the pt could have some sort of serum sickness response to the Lyme titer and a rheumatologic exam will be pursued. 9/2/99 Rheumatology consult: She has been treated by a chiropractor for many years due to pain in neck and chest caused by an automobile accident, with improvement. However, more recently, she has developed increasing symptoms of pain and stiffness in her neck, difficulty moving her neck and she awakens with pain and also has paresthesias in both arms. She has a lot of spasms in her neck and also her low back. In the mornings upon waking, she has a difficulty walking down stairs. Dx: arthralgia multiple sites, low back pain, neck pain. Rheumatologist stated that complaints of arthralgias appeared to be temporarily related to Lymerix. Another Dr visit assessment is that she is improving and treated her with Elavil and Doxycycline. The most recent information, received on 11/18/99, reports the condition of the pt is improving.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Immediately following second dose of Lymerix, she experienced arthritis. On 8/17/99, at physician visit, she complained of a one month history of muscle aches, joint aches, etc. She also had a superimposed viral infection with some nausea and upset stomach, starting 8/16/99. Assessment: arthralgia (multiple sites). Dr stated it was possible the pt could have some sort of serum sickness response to the Lyme titer and a rheumatologic exam will be pursued. 9/2/99 Rheumatology consult: She has been treated by a chiropractor for many years due to pain in neck and chest caused by an automobile accident, with improvement. However, more recently, she has developed increasing symptoms of pain and stiffness in her neck, difficulty moving her neck and she awakens with pain and also has paresthesias in both arms. She has a lot of spasms in her neck and also her low back. In the mornings upon waking, she has a difficulty walking down stairs. Dx: arthralgia multiple sites, low back pain, neck pain. Rheumatologist stated that complaints of arthralgias appeared to be temporarily related to Lymerix. Another Dr visit assessment is that she is improving and treated her with Elavil and Doxycycline. The most recent information, received on 11/18/99, reports the condition of the pt is improving.
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: In late June, 1999, she developed a red rash which progressed to large welts. The pt initially thought that she had poison ivy, but the rash has lasted several months. The red rash develops into large welts which can last up to one hour. They then disappear and reappear in a different location. All areas of her body are affected. ER or doctor visit was required. She was treated with Claritin and as of the date of this report was treated with Zyrtec. The most recent information, received on 11/8/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 18.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Scleroderma, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: The pt presented to the dermatologist on 8/2/99, with a back lesion. She believed that the lesion occurred after the first Lymerix dose. Biopsy confirmed the dx of Morphea (localized area). She is currently being treated with topical steroids. There has been no change in the lesion. The most recent information, received on 10/13/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Gouty arthritis, Injection site pain, Laboratory test abnormal, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: On 5/20/99, post vax, pt experienced injection site pain, which resolved. Seven days later, he had joint and muscle pain. He also experienced pain in left heel which DR dx'd as possible Achilles tendon. Two days later, he had the same pain in the right heel and was treated with anti-inflammatories for a few days and used crutches. In June or early July, 1999, he was dx'd and treated gouty arthritis in his right large toe joint, with colchicine and allopurinol. Cytosac was prescribed to buffer his stomach. In August he was treated with an antibiotic (in case he had Lyme disease) for 10 days, which did not help the muscle and joint pain, so it was stopped. Today his right elbow is sore. His present treatment is Indomethacin and Tylenol. Colchicine and allopurinol were discontinued. Lymerix was also discontinued. The most recent information, received on 10/12/1999, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain in extremity, Tendon disorder
Clinical narrative: On 5/20/99, post vax, pt experienced injection site pain, which resolved. Seven days later, he had joint and muscle pain. He also experienced pain in left heel which DR dx'd as possible Achilles tendon. Two days later, he had the same pain in the right heel and was treated with anti-inflammatories for a few days and used crutches. In June or early July, 1999, he was dx'd and treated gouty arthritis in his right large toe joint, with colchicine and allopurinol. Cytosac was prescribed to buffer his stomach. In August he was treated with an antibiotic (in case he had Lyme disease) for 10 days, which did not help the muscle and joint pain, so it was stopped. Today his right elbow is sore. His present treatment is Indomethacin and Tylenol. Colchicine and allopurinol were discontinued. Lymerix was also discontinued. The most recent information, received on 10/12/1999, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 53.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthropathy, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Joints do not bend well (joint disorder nos). Muscle soreness. Sixteen days post vax, pt experienced muscle soreness in legs. Additionally he found it difficult to bend his ankles, shoulders, and finger joints. He was treated with aspirin. He reported that symptoms were gone within the next week and he was back to normal again. Most recent information received on 11/30/99 reports the condition is resolved.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Approximately 3 months, post vax, in August, 1999, the pt began to experience arthralgia. His symptoms are in multiple joints. The most recent information, received on 11/23/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, TTOX
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Six hours, post vax, the pt experienced swelling (nos) and joint pain. No treatment was given. Symptoms resolved 3-4 months later. The most recent information, received on 12/15/1999, reported the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Dizziness, Fatigue, Generalised oedema, Headache, Hypercholesterolaemia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced tiredness, malaise, intermittent nausea, body puffiness, skin tightness throughout the body, headache (
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Nausea
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced tiredness, malaise, intermittent nausea, body puffiness, skin tightness throughout the body, headache (
Age: 35.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Headache, Myalgia, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Two hours post vax, the pt developed "every symptom in the product information literature except cold/pneumonia type symptoms." Her symptoms included muscle/joint pain over her whole body, headache, fever and nausea. She took Advil and felt better until that evening when the Advil wore off. She then took a second dose of Advil and obtained relief. Symptoms resolved. Five weeks later, in June, 1999, the pt received the second dose of Lymerix. she was pre medicated with Prednisone and Benadryl and had no problems. Five weeks later, in June 1999, the pt received the 2nd dose of Lymerix. She was premedicated with prednisone and Benadryl and had no problems. The most recent information, received on 11/1/99, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: On September 30, 1999, the pt received the first dose of Lymerix for prevention of Lyme disease with no adverse event.  On October 30, 1999, the pt received the second dose of Lymerix. Post vax on 10/30/99, the pt developed a sore injection site and left arm. The left arm was especially sore when touched or when the pt would lie on it. Additionally, she developed a lump at the injection site and a hot round red rash the size of a silver dollar at the injection site.  The most recent information received on 11/1/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: In the last week of April, 1999, the pt received her first Lymerix vaccination and sometime, thereafter, she experienced muscle achiness which had a sudden onset on the left side, from her earlobe down to her waist. In late May, 1999, she received the second dose of Lymerix. Treatment included Tylenol and Vioxx and Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information received on 11/1/99, reports the symptoms are ongoing.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, on 10/21/99, the pt experienced a raised, red and tender area at the injection site, flu-like symptoms, achiness, fever and sluggishness. No treatment was given. The most recent information, received on 11/3/99, reports the symptoms resolved.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Sluggishness
Clinical narrative: Post vax, on 10/21/99, the pt experienced a raised, red and tender area at the injection site, flu-like symptoms, achiness, fever and sluggishness. No treatment was given. The most recent information, received on 11/3/99, reports the symptoms resolved.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Disorientation, Dysarthria, Fatigue, Headache, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: On May 26, 1999 the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. Seven days later on 6/2/99, the pt had flu-like symptoms and a sore arm which lasted through 6/10/99. From 7/3/99 through 7/4/99 she had an extreme migraine. On 7/5/99 she found that she was bumping into things. On 7/6/99, she found that her perception was off and she had a minor car accident (fender-bender) due to this. There were no injuries. On 7/19/99 the pt had a headache, slurred speech, and was disoriented. On 7/25/99 the pt had a severe migraine so severe she couldn't talk. She went to the ER where she was given Demerol and sent home. On 8/27/99 she had a brain scan and western blot. The scan was normal, the western blot showed positive for Lyme disease. She was treated wit tetracycline but reacted with an upset stomach, she was switched to Doxycycline.  Since 8/99, she continued to be very tired and disoriented. She had body soreness. At times she is so sore she cannot get out of bed. She missed on week of work in July and many other days as well due to adverse events. She cannot drive because she is afraid of being disoriented.  The most recent information received on 11/2/99 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Laboratory test abnormal, Migraine, Pain, Road traffic accident, Speech disorder
Clinical narrative: On May 26, 1999 the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. Seven days later on 6/2/99, the pt had flu-like symptoms and a sore arm which lasted through 6/10/99. From 7/3/99 through 7/4/99 she had an extreme migraine. On 7/5/99 she found that she was bumping into things. On 7/6/99, she found that her perception was off and she had a minor car accident (fender-bender) due to this. There were no injuries. On 7/19/99 the pt had a headache, slurred speech, and was disoriented. On 7/25/99 the pt had a severe migraine so severe she couldn't talk. She went to the ER where she was given Demerol and sent home. On 8/27/99 she had a brain scan and western blot. The scan was normal, the western blot showed positive for Lyme disease. She was treated wit tetracycline but reacted with an upset stomach, she was switched to Doxycycline.  Since 8/99, she continued to be very tired and disoriented. She had body soreness. At times she is so sore she cannot get out of bed. She missed on week of work in July and many other days as well due to adverse events. She cannot drive because she is afraid of being disoriented.  The most recent information received on 11/2/99 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: On May 26, 1999 the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. Seven days later on 6/2/99, the pt had flu-like symptoms and a sore arm which lasted through 6/10/99. From 7/3/99 through 7/4/99 she had an extreme migraine. On 7/5/99 she found that she was bumping into things. On 7/6/99, she found that her perception was off and she had a minor car accident (fender-bender) due to this. There were no injuries. On 7/19/99 the pt had a headache, slurred speech, and was disoriented. On 7/25/99 the pt had a severe migraine so severe she couldn't talk. She went to the ER where she was given Demerol and sent home. On 8/27/99 she had a brain scan and western blot. The scan was normal, the western blot showed positive for Lyme disease. She was treated wit tetracycline but reacted with an upset stomach, she was switched to Doxycycline.  Since 8/99, she continued to be very tired and disoriented. She had body soreness. At times she is so sore she cannot get out of bed. She missed on week of work in July and many other days as well due to adverse events. She cannot drive because she is afraid of being disoriented.  The most recent information received on 11/2/99 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Alopecia
Clinical narrative: On 8/31/99 the pt received the first dose of Lymerix. In September, 99, the pt noticed a large amount of hair loss.  On 10/6/99 the pt received the second dose of Lymerix. the pts hair loss has worsened in the last two weeks.  The most recent information, received on 11/8/99 reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Infection, Laboratory test abnormal, Pain
Clinical narrative: The pt received the first and second dose in June and July, 1999. After the 2nd dose the pt experienced achiness all over. A Lyme test on 11/9/99 was positive.  The most recent information received on 11/12/1999 reported the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: In May, 99 the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. Subsequently in May, 99, she experienced a severe rash from head to toe which was extremely itchy. She treated herself with Benadryl. The rash resolved in five days.  The most recent information received on 11/15/99 reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Headache, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site pain, Injection site urticaria
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. The next day she was very sore at the injection site. This event resolved. On 11/2/99 the pt received her second dose of Lymerix. Several days after receiving dose 2 of Lymerix she experienced hives, itching at the injection site, joint pain, (could not bend her knee) and headaches. No treatment was given. The joint pain is ongoing. The headaches and hives have resolved.  The most recent information received on 11/18/199 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pruritus
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. The next day she was very sore at the injection site. This event resolved. On 11/2/99 the pt received her second dose of Lymerix. Several days after receiving dose 2 of Lymerix she experienced hives, itching at the injection site, joint pain, (could not bend her knee) and headaches. No treatment was given. The joint pain is ongoing. The headaches and hives have resolved.  The most recent information received on 11/18/199 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 22.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced a fever. Approximately one week later, the pt experienced a non-specific genital lesion that has not resolved.   The most recent information received on 11/23/99, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Disturbance in attention, Fatigue, Pain, Pharyngolaryngeal pain
Clinical narrative: The pt received the first and second doses of Lymerix in April, 1999 and May, 1999, respectively. After receiving dose number 2, the pt experienced fatigue, leg and hip pain, achiness, sore throat and inability to concentrate. The most recent information, received on 11/30/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 39.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 11/12/99 the pt received his first IM-left deltoid dose of Lymerix for prevention of Lyme disease. (The pt is a hunter.)  Two days later, on 11/14/99, the pt experienced arthralgia and urticaria on arms, legs and trunk consisting of 4-5 spots.  The most recent information received on 12/7/99 reports the condition of the pt is ongoing, and the pt is getting worse.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: In September, 1999 the pt received her first dose of Lymerix, subsequently , she experienced arm pain which "is getting worse".  In November, 1999, the pt received her second dose of Lymerix, subsequently, she experienced arm pain again and is "getting worse".  The pain started at the vaccination site and has progressed to both of her arms.  The most recent information received on 12/7/99, reports the condition of the pt as getting worse.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Back pain, Fasciitis, Neck pain
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date, the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. Subsequently she experienced neck pain.  On an unspecified date, the pt received her second dose of Lymerix. Subsequently she experienced diffuse back and joint pain and weakness.  A muscle biopsy was positive and the pt was diagnosed with eosinophilic fasciitis. An MD visit was required and she was treated with steroids.  The most recent information received 12/7/99 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Neuritis
Clinical narrative: On 4/28/99, the pt received his first IM deltoid dose of Lymerix.  Subsequently, he experienced brachial plexitis. An MD visit was required, treatment is unknown.  The most recent information received 12/7/99 reports the condition of the pt as unknown.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Muscle contractions involuntary, Muscle disorder, Muscle spasms, Neurological examination abnormal
Clinical narrative: After receiving the vaccine, the pt developed prominent musculoskeletal symptoms and neurological findings of fasciculation and muscle spasm.  The most recent information received on 12/5/99 reports the condition of th pt as unknown.
Age: 48.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Immediately post vax, the pt experienced red arm (shoulder to upper arm) which resolved after one day.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chills, Myalgia, Nausea, Tremor
Clinical narrative: One hour post vax, the pt experienced chills, rigors, uncontrollable shaking, nausea, and myalgia. All symptoms, except for myalgia, lasted two hours. Myalgia resolved on 12/10/99.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Back pain, Bone disorder, Groin pain, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, the pt began to experience back pain which progressed to the groin area. The pt described the pain as "arthritic like:. Although he has a disc problem in the back, the pt stated that the pain he experienced after the injection was nothing like that he experienced with the disc problem. The pts MD felt that the pts pain was "probably just muscular".  The pt has not yet received his second injection. The most recent information received on 12/17/1999 reports the outcome of the event as resolved after 10 days.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, the pt began to experience back pain which progressed to the groin area. The pt described the pain as "arthritic like:. Although he has a disc problem in the back, the pt stated that the pain he experienced after the injection was nothing like that he experienced with the disc problem. The pts MD felt that the pts pain was "probably just muscular".  The pt has not yet received his second injection. The most recent information received on 12/17/1999 reports the outcome of the event as resolved after 10 days.
Age: 60.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, MEN, PPV, HIBV, MEN, PPV
Symptoms: Cerebrovascular accident
Clinical narrative: Pt with a history of multiple myeloma received injections of Pnu-Imune 23, Act-HIB (Aventis Pasteur SA) and Menomune-a/c/y/w 135 (Aventis Pasteur Inc) vaccines on 9-FEB-2000. Later that day he experienced "stroke-like symptoms" and was brought to emergency room. After extensive testing it was determined he had an embolic stroke and the reporter did not feel it was related to the vaccines.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Chills, Feeling hot, Heart rate increased, Hypotension
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 43 year old female inadvertently received an injection of Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for pediatric use on 3/3/00 and developed a fever of 105, arm swelling and "got sick." She was seen at the ER on 3/6/00. A dx of cellulitis was made and she was treated with IV Rocephin. The pt was later admitted. White blood cell count was 10,800 and x-ray finding were negative for gas or foreign bodies. She was treated with Vancomycin. The pt was discharged 3/9/00 on Keflex and Motrin or Tylenol for fever. At home she continued to have low grade fevers and chills. On 3/15/00 she was seen in the emergency room for a follow-up visit. Her left bicep was characterized by a 10-cm area of tenderness induration and warmth. Blood pressure was 110/90, pulse 99 and respiratory rate 16. Blood cultures and CBC were ordered, results not provided. This is one of five patients from this facility who inadvertently received Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for Pediatric use lot 462-357.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Injection site pain, Malaise, Pyrexia, Respiratory rate decreased
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 43 year old female inadvertently received an injection of Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for pediatric use on 3/3/00 and developed a fever of 105, arm swelling and "got sick." She was seen at the ER on 3/6/00. A dx of cellulitis was made and she was treated with IV Rocephin. The pt was later admitted. White blood cell count was 10,800 and x-ray finding were negative for gas or foreign bodies. She was treated with Vancomycin. The pt was discharged 3/9/00 on Keflex and Motrin or Tylenol for fever. At home she continued to have low grade fevers and chills. On 3/15/00 she was seen in the emergency room for a follow-up visit. Her left bicep was characterized by a 10-cm area of tenderness induration and warmth. Blood pressure was 110/90, pulse 99 and respiratory rate 16. Blood cultures and CBC were ordered, results not provided. This is one of five patients from this facility who inadvertently received Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for Pediatric use lot 462-357.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT
Symptoms: Swelling
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 43 year old female inadvertently received an injection of Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for pediatric use on 3/3/00 and developed a fever of 105, arm swelling and "got sick." She was seen at the ER on 3/6/00. A dx of cellulitis was made and she was treated with IV Rocephin. The pt was later admitted. White blood cell count was 10,800 and x-ray finding were negative for gas or foreign bodies. She was treated with Vancomycin. The pt was discharged 3/9/00 on Keflex and Motrin or Tylenol for fever. At home she continued to have low grade fevers and chills. On 3/15/00 she was seen in the emergency room for a follow-up visit. Her left bicep was characterized by a 10-cm area of tenderness induration and warmth. Blood pressure was 110/90, pulse 99 and respiratory rate 16. Blood cultures and CBC were ordered, results not provided. This is one of five patients from this facility who inadvertently received Diphtheria and Tetanus toxoids adsorbed for Pediatric use lot 462-357.
Age: 54.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Atrial fibrillation, Hypotension, Pyrexia, Syncope
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a 54 year old male received TD Absorbed for wound prophylaxis of a thigh laceration on 3/20/2000. On 3/21/2000, he developed atrial fibrillation, syncope, low grade fever and hypotension. He was hospitalized.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Left thigh edematous. Cellulitis status post immunizations. The child was treated in the hospital with IV antibiotics. Upon discharge, the area was slightly red and swelling was still present on left thigh.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Asthenia, Diarrhoea, Fatigue, Muscle spasms, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced muscle pain and weakness in upper extremities and cervical area as well as shoulders. Chronic diarrhea. Over the counter diarrhea medication used for treatment of diarrhea. Chronic pain, muscle spasms, muscle tightness, weakness and fatigue treated with prescribed medications.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced muscle pain and weakness in upper extremities and cervical area as well as shoulders. Chronic diarrhea. Over the counter diarrhea medication used for treatment of diarrhea. Chronic pain, muscle spasms, muscle tightness, weakness and fatigue treated with prescribed medications.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pain, swelling, redness on right thigh at site of injection, 3-4 hours after. Seen in ER. Kept overnight in hospital because of tense swelling. Rx'd with Benadryl and Motrin, responded well.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Pain, swelling, redness on right thigh at site of injection, 3-4 hours after. Seen in ER. Kept overnight in hospital because of tense swelling. Rx'd with Benadryl and Motrin, responded well.
Age: 27.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Chest pain, Influenza like illness, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt complained of systemic itching, especially on chest and abdomen. She also complained of lower rib area chest pains that were stabbing in nature and flu-like symptoms.
Age: 0.75
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Agitation, Cold sweat, Injection site mass, Pallor
Clinical narrative: Within 1-2 hours post vax, pt became pale, fussy, clammy per mom. Slightly warm to touch, no temperature taken. Ate normally, slept well (? more than usual). Tylenol not effective. Initial dose inadequate, increased dose, still not helpful. Four phone calls with same concerns. Brought into office for evaluation 03/24/2000. Pt unremarkable except fussy but consolable, chewing on teether. Four upper incisor erupting. One cm induration at site.
Age: 10.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: Papular rash in 3" area around each injection site, pt denies itching or pain. Mom reports "two bumps" night of vaccine then rash developed over weekend following vaccine.
Age: 7.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt developed fever of 103, arm soreness, and swelling.
Age: 1.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Difficulty in walking, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt developed a fever, redness, and swelling at injection site. He was unable to walk on leg. Physician told mother he shouldn't have anymore Typhoid vaccines.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Large eruption of skin over deltoid in region of vaccination for a several week duration. Treated with topical steroids.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, OPV
Symptoms: Eye discharge, Injection site erythema, Nausea, Ocular hyperaemia, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced nausea, redness, itching and irritation at injection site. Pt also had eye redness with matting. Discussed with mom the possibility that the eyes were not immunization related.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, OPV
Symptoms: Skin irritation
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced nausea, redness, itching and irritation at injection site. Pt also had eye redness with matting. Discussed with mom the possibility that the eyes were not immunization related.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Nausea, Rash macular, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: The pt received vaccinations on 2/16/00. Began nausea, vomiting and diarrhea on the evening of 2/25/00. The pt experienced generalized macular rash of trunk that appeared on 2/28/00. Rash resolved by morning of 2/29/00. Remained afebrile for entire duration.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, OPV
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Within 1/2 hour after administration, pt experienced hives over entire body (except legs) and a fever. The pt's private physician nurse told the parent to take the child to the hospital. Within on hour the child was at the hospital with a temp of 104 and hives. Pt was given Benadryl and Motrin. Hives began to go away and fever remained until morning.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt's left leg from hip to knee became swollen with red "blotchy" rash. Pt received vaccine on 3/2/00, mother noticed swelling 3/3/00. Mother called nurse at MD's office. The nurse said to put ice on it and notify health department. Mother called health department on 3/6/00 and reported it. States symptoms are improved but still slightly swollen.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site haemorrhage
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a bruise the size of a quarter. Pt received the vaccine on 8/17/99.
Age: 1.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site urticaria, Injection site warmth, Skin disorder
Clinical narrative: The pt developed redness and warmth at the injection site by the same evening of injection. By the next day, she developed hives around the injection site at right deltoid. 6 days post vax, all are resolving except for roughness of skin around site. No treatment was given.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Six days post vax, the pt's mother said the pt developed a quarter sized red, hot mark on front of right thigh.
Age: 1.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site haemorrhage, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a red, hard knot that became more red and larger in size at injection site (right leg, middle top side). No other symptoms noted. Took child to MD and was determined to be a hematoma and may take 3 months to resolve. 3/10/00, talked with father of child and stated the area is looking better today.
Age: 0.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Coma, Pneumonia, Pulmonary congestion, Pulmonary oedema, Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: No adverse reaction to immunizations.  Unknown states "as far as we know, pt did not have reaction (fever etc). Infant given a bottle and put down for nap. Later the babysitter found the baby unresponsive. Autospy states cause of death as pneumonia. Autopsy also shows pulmonary edema and congestion.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, TD
Symptoms: Aggression, Belligerence, Convulsion, Disorientation, Fall
Clinical narrative: Before leaving the clinic, the pt fainted and collapsed, falling backwards onto the floor. The pt was lying on the floor with symptoms of a seizure. Trembling and twitching were occurring of the hands and neck. The pt's face was rigid and both eyes were open. The duration of this episode was approximately 1 minute. Subsequently, the pt became  combative (kept trying to get up), belligerent, and displayed disorientation as she did not recall getting vaccinations or where she was. Blood pressure was 130/80, pulse 100 and regular, pupils equal, and skin was warm and dry. Pt had a complaint of a headache. The pt was detained for approximately 15 minutes until symptoms improved. The pt left will all symptoms gone except the belligerent attitude. The parent was compliant with referral to the hospital emergency room so the pt may be examined by a physician. Following the exam the pt was sent home.  The pt was doing well until about 10:00 PM when she started vomiting and had a complaint of a headache. She was taken back to the ER assessed and transported to a hospital in another city. It was reported she had surgery to relieve inter-cranial pressure. On 1/25/00, the pts father reported she was doing "OK" since the surgery.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, TD
Symptoms: Headache, Heart rate increased, Hypertension, Intracranial pressure increased, Muscle rigidity
Clinical narrative: Before leaving the clinic, the pt fainted and collapsed, falling backwards onto the floor. The pt was lying on the floor with symptoms of a seizure. Trembling and twitching were occurring of the hands and neck. The pt's face was rigid and both eyes were open. The duration of this episode was approximately 1 minute. Subsequently, the pt became  combative (kept trying to get up), belligerent, and displayed disorientation as she did not recall getting vaccinations or where she was. Blood pressure was 130/80, pulse 100 and regular, pupils equal, and skin was warm and dry. Pt had a complaint of a headache. The pt was detained for approximately 15 minutes until symptoms improved. The pt left will all symptoms gone except the belligerent attitude. The parent was compliant with referral to the hospital emergency room so the pt may be examined by a physician. Following the exam the pt was sent home.  The pt was doing well until about 10:00 PM when she started vomiting and had a complaint of a headache. She was taken back to the ER assessed and transported to a hospital in another city. It was reported she had surgery to relieve inter-cranial pressure. On 1/25/00, the pts father reported she was doing "OK" since the surgery.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, TD
Symptoms: Muscle twitching, Syncope, Tremor, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Before leaving the clinic, the pt fainted and collapsed, falling backwards onto the floor. The pt was lying on the floor with symptoms of a seizure. Trembling and twitching were occurring of the hands and neck. The pt's face was rigid and both eyes were open. The duration of this episode was approximately 1 minute. Subsequently, the pt became  combative (kept trying to get up), belligerent, and displayed disorientation as she did not recall getting vaccinations or where she was. Blood pressure was 130/80, pulse 100 and regular, pupils equal, and skin was warm and dry. Pt had a complaint of a headache. The pt was detained for approximately 15 minutes until symptoms improved. The pt left will all symptoms gone except the belligerent attitude. The parent was compliant with referral to the hospital emergency room so the pt may be examined by a physician. Following the exam the pt was sent home.  The pt was doing well until about 10:00 PM when she started vomiting and had a complaint of a headache. She was taken back to the ER assessed and transported to a hospital in another city. It was reported she had surgery to relieve inter-cranial pressure. On 1/25/00, the pts father reported she was doing "OK" since the surgery.
Age: 1.1
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Convulsion, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 6 days post vax, pt experienced Petit mal seizures, 2 one at 8:45 pm; 45 mins after waking up and one at 2:00 pm;45 mins after waking up. Pt was hospitalized overnight for seizures.  Pt developed a fever of 102-103 and lasting from 2/11/00 through 2/13/00.
Age: 53.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Onset of facial numbness developed approximately immediately after the vaccine lasting for 1 day. Pt still feels residual tingling.
Age: 27.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 1 day post vax, pt developed nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, extreme local soreness/swelling. Resolved in 2 days.
Age: 27.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: 1 day post vax, pt developed nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, extreme local soreness/swelling. Resolved in 2 days.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, HEP
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Injection site induration, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Same day of vaccine, pt experienced diarrhea, on 3/11/00, pt complained of nausea, fever, and chills, on 3/18/00, pt developed a raised induration in left arm.  Follow up on 05/17/2000: "Patient recovered from adverse event.  It took approximately 6-7 weeks for lump to go away.  There is only a slight lump on left arm that is almost not noticable as in the beginning."  Follow up on 08/29/2000: "Patient received Anthrax vaccine doses 2 & 3 on 03/02/2000 and 04/01/2000 respectively.  Symptoms of diarrhea, nausea, fever and chills lasted 1.5 weeks.  The approximate diameter in of the injection site reaction was about 1 inch.
Age: 46.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Influenza like illness, Migraine, Myalgia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced flu like symptoms for approximately 7-8 days following the vaccine. Migraine headaches, sinus drainage, joint aches and muscle aches were also experienced.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Headache, Nausea, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: On 3/5/00-1 day post vax, pt experienced headaches until present. On 3/7/00 pt experienced nausea, vomiting. On 3/9/00 pt experiences a fever of 101.0.
Age: 39.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Discomfort, Erythema, Feeling hot, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Pt received 3rd Anthrax Vaccine in left upper arm. Pt complained of discomfort with atypical parasthesia in 4th and 5th digits for 2 days post vax. The pt also experienced left upper arm redness, and warmth. No swelling at injection site. Follow up on 04/18/2000: "Patient did not receive any further shots since reported event.  Patient full recovery."
Age: 47.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint swelling
Clinical narrative: Swelling of joints on hands, distal interphalangeal, interphalangeal. Left index appearance of MDE - right middle finger. Joint pain present all of the time. Responsive to Advil. Follow up on 04/18/2000: "Patient partially recovered from adverse event.  Still has noticable growths in 2 fingers with minor pain, irritation in 2 of 3 affected finger knuckles."
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Constant aching in upper right arm. Follow up information received states aching joints 4 months.  Follow up on 05/17/2000: "Patient did not recover from adverse event.  Right elbow joint constantly aches from joint to shoulder."
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Chest pain, Injection site reaction, Oedema, Pain
Clinical narrative: Large local reactions, soft-ball sized or larger, at shot site. Local reaction was accompanied by aching/ swelling in shoulder and elbow joints. Most recent 2 reactions were accompanied by chest pain. Symptoms lasted several weeks. No medical prescription sought.
Age: 38.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: 14-17 days of malaise, generalized arthralgias and profound fatigue. Symptoms developed within 24 hours of 3rd and 4th Anthrax vaccines. Arthralgias were bad enough to limit athletic activities x 2 weeks. No medical rx sought.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: 10 minutes post vax, the pt experienced redness at the injection site. It was described as large, circular and had a hard knot in the center. The next morning the pt reported it was larger and painful.
Age: 0.75
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, IPV, HEP, IPV
Symptoms: Hypotonia, Laboratory test abnormal, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Pt has several brief limp spells, brief stiffening. No loss of consciousness; sleeping afterward. Physician suspected seizures, but the pt has not had any since then.
Age: 0.75
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, IPV, HEP, IPV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Hypotonia
Clinical narrative: Pt has several brief limp spells, brief stiffening. No loss of consciousness; sleeping afterward. Physician suspected seizures, but the pt has not had any since then.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a mild case of chicken pox.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia, Rash, Sleep disorder
Clinical narrative: One week post vax, the pt developed a fever which lasted 4 days, sometimes high and sometimes low grade. On the third day, she developed spots on neck and upper torso. By the fifth day, the spots covered entire body even on face. Baby was cranky and did not sleep well.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Pain, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt developed redness and swelling at injection site. She presented to ER with redness in left arm from shoulder 6-8 " down arm with swelling and warm/tender to touch. Treated with Medrol dose pack and Atarax.
Age: 6.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Clinical varicella when sibling had illness. New lesions developed over a week, 2 days of fever. No scars but was covered with lesions.
Age: 1.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Decreased appetite, Lymphadenopathy, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a rash and fever of 105. Ibuprofen was ineffective. Lymph glands were swollen, she had a poor appetite for 3 days. 6-8 wet diapers per day.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a swollen knot the size of a small apple at injection site; also had redness and itching at injection site.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBPV
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Large local reaction of arm approximately 7 x 8 mm.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Headache, Pain, Pyrexia, Rash morbilliform
Clinical narrative: 9-11 days post vax, the pt developed a headache, fever, body aches, and morbilliform rash all over body.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Decreased appetite, Face oedema, Nausea, Rash
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the child's face broke out in a rash and started swelling. Parents administered Benadryl. Three days post vax, pt developed nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and poor appetite.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the child's face broke out in a rash and started swelling. Parents administered Benadryl. Three days post vax, pt developed nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and poor appetite.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Anorexia, Face oedema, Nausea, Rash
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the child's face broke out in a rash and started swelling. Parents administered Benadryl. Three days post vax, pt developed nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and poor appetite.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site swelling, Rash
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the child had broke out in small red rash on abdomen, back, and arms. On 3/21/00, the child was brought to office-rash on most of body and very large red raised areas especially at injection site.
Age: 0.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Blister, Erythema
Clinical narrative: Four days post vax, the mom noticed small blister and redness.
Age: 30.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Cough, Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced flu-like symptoms, fever, cough, body aches, erythema at injection site on each arm. Pt took Tylenol and unable to give temp report.
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt received immunizations on 3/1/00, on 3/11/00 pt broke out in a rash on thighs, spreading to arms, by 3/12/00 they were welt like. Had rash back in 9/99 but never correlated with Hep B vaccine.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT, PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Pt received pneumovax on 3/8/00 and developed localized redness above the elbow up to the shoulders with minimal warmth, no itching.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Baby developed 1 hive approximately 2" from injection site (above left knee), within 5 minutes of injection. Mom had given Tylenol prior to clinic. Ice pack to leg to 10 minutes. Baby "Talking" playful. Mom to call MD to discuss advisability of Benadryl.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Hyperhidrosis, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Mother phones reporting symptoms of vomiting, nausea, sweating beginning at 11:00 AM one day post vax.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Asthenia, Flushing, Hypotension, Nausea, Tachycardia
Clinical narrative: Hepatitis vax given and pt left clinic to 'play ball.'  Clinic received telephone call around 6:00 PM from mother who stated that child had generalized red/wheal-like rash. She was flushed, nauseated, weak. Administered Benadryl, 80 mg IM, and sent to clinic STAT with mother.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Hepatitis vax given and pt left clinic to 'play ball.'  Clinic received telephone call around 6:00 PM from mother who stated that child had generalized red/wheal-like rash. She was flushed, nauseated, weak. Administered Benadryl, 80 mg IM, and sent to clinic STAT with mother.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt developed an itchy rash on abdomen, flank, and back. She also experienced soreness and swelling at injection site on left deltoid. Pt does admit to changing laundry soaps prior to rash and itching. This has resolved with switching back to old soap.
Age: 1.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Papular rash on legs, trunk and fairly confluent rash on cheeks.