chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Nausea, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 54 year old female pt received a Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 vaccination on 10/15/99. Reportedly, within 2 hours, post vax, the pt experienced headache, achiness, fatigue and nausea. Placed on Phenergan for nausea. Pt was out of work and in bed. One week later, still feeling nausea, lightheaded and loss of appetite. Also experienced flushing across chest and up neck. Pt is on Premarin from hysterectomy but has not had this flushing before. (**A lot number was provided (4928136415) was determined to be an Aventis Pasteur, Inc. Fluzone product code.)
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Chest pain, Cough, Flushing, Hyperhidrosis, Throat tightness
Clinical narrative: It was reported, that a 14 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/20/99. That same day, the pt became red in the face, sweaty and experienced tightness, in her throat and wheezing. From additional information received on 11/5/99, it was reported that the pt "complained of chest pain with cough for 5 days". It was also reported that the pt recovered. Other additional information provided includes pt's information, past medical history and information regarding the responsible physician.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Wheezing
Clinical narrative: It was reported, that a 14 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/20/99. That same day, the pt became red in the face, sweaty and experienced tightness, in her throat and wheezing. From additional information received on 11/5/99, it was reported that the pt "complained of chest pain with cough for 5 days". It was also reported that the pt recovered. Other additional information provided includes pt's information, past medical history and information regarding the responsible physician.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported, that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/18/99. Reportedly, on 10/19/99, the pt experienced general body aches and felt hot, no temperature recorded. The pt treated herself with Motrin and Tylenol and was not evaluated by a physician. Reportedly, the pt recovered from this experience. From additional information received on 12/8/99, it was reported, "The pt had generalized achiness for 5-6 days, whereby it was difficult to function."
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Flank pain, Renal pain
Clinical narrative: It was "reported that after his flu shot on 10/5, he began to experience soreness and pain to left flank and kidney area. No fever, no hematuria, no treatment given." From additional correspondence received on 11/22/99, addition pt information was provided.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Injection site pain, Myalgia, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 39 year old female received Fluzone SV on 10/4/99 and experienced "pain at injection site immediately, generalized muscle aches and fever to 101F and fatigue for 24 hours. Pt now had joint pain." No further information at this time.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Somnolence
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 44 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/9/99 and experienced "extreme sleepiness, 4 hours, post vax". No further information is available at this time.
Age: 53.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dizziness, Hyperhidrosis, Paraesthesia, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 53 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. He experienced wheezing, tingling of fingers, sweating and dizziness 25 minutes, post vax. The pt was treated in the ER. No further information is available at this time.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Fatigue, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 33 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. "Approximately, 15 hours, post vax, he developed fatigue and body aches." No further information is available at this time.
Age: 69.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 69 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. The pt experienced "local immediate swelling, hardness and redness". No further information is available at this time.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 62 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/13/99. The pt experienced myalgia in his fingers. No further information is available at this time. Information received on 11/22/99, provided pt's information, time of vaccination and pre-existing conditions. The pt reportedly recovered from this experience.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 44 year old male received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/8/99. Reportedly, 12 hours, post vax, the pt developed myalgia. From additional correspondence received on 11/22/99, it was reported that the pt developed myalgia in his fingers of the extremity in which the vaccine was placed. Myalgia resolved in about 24 hours. No treatment was required.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anorexia, Asthenia, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male received Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 on 10/13/99. On that same day, the pt experienced "fever, loss of appetite, nausea and weakness. No further information is available at this time.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling jittery, Heart rate increased, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 41 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. She experienced an elevated heart rate, jitters, nervousness and hives on the throat and neck area. She was seen in the ER. No further information is available at this time.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/5/99. On the same day, she experienced a mild local site reaction. The pt has recovered completely. "Reviewed, no additional information at this time, 11/17/99."
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Nausea
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 24 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/5/99, at 13:00. The vaccination "was given SQ instead of IM." Reportedly at 18:00 that evening, the pt experienced a "strong reaction"; 3" to 4" local red, raised area to arm, fever, nausea, diarrhea and headache. The pt reportedly is still experiencing these symptoms. Information received on 11/22/99, states that the pt has had a slight red blush at the area of injection. Otherwise, there are no further symptoms. The fever and headache lasted over a week as of 11/17/99.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 24 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/5/99, at 13:00. The vaccination "was given SQ instead of IM." Reportedly at 18:00 that evening, the pt experienced a "strong reaction"; 3" to 4" local red, raised area to arm, fever, nausea, diarrhea and headache. The pt reportedly is still experiencing these symptoms. Information received on 11/22/99, states that the pt has had a slight red blush at the area of injection. Otherwise, there are no further symptoms. The fever and headache lasted over a week as of 11/17/99.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/5/99. The vaccination "was given SQ instead of IM". Reportedly, that same day, the pt experienced a mild to moderate reaction at the injection site. The pt reportedly recovered from this experience. "Reviewed, no additional information at this time, 11/17/99.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/5/99. The vaccination "was given SQ instead of IM". Reportedly, that same day, the pt experienced local (injection site) reaction, nausea and vomiting. The pt reportedly, recovered from this experience. "Reviewed, no additional information at this time, 11/17/99."
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dyspnoea
Clinical narrative: It was reported that "four hours, post vax, the employee experienced difficulty in breathing. She went to the ER where she was seen and prescribed treatment with prednisone, Ventolin and an inhaler. She responded in 30 minutes to treatment. Employee experienced about 2 hours of a croupy cough during 1998 following her Influenza vaccine. No medical attention was sought." Pt has completely recovered. "Reviewed, no additional information at this time, 11/22/99.  Follow up on 10/28/2002: "Upon internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding by adding (added croupy cough, deleted allergic reaction).  This case was upgraded to a 15-Day Alert report due to it being medically significant/SAE and unlabled.  The patients previous adverse event experience from 1998 influenza vaccination was added to box 21 of the VAERS form.  This case is closed."
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site pain, Neck pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV "99-'00 vaccination on 10/7/99. Reportedly, that same day, the pt experienced soreness of the arm, radiating to neck and also experienced a headache.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 56 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. "Twenty-four hours, post vax, he developed an 8cm reddened area at site" and he also experienced tenderness. No further information available at this time. From additional correspondence received on 11/22/99, additional pt and vaccine information was provided.
Age: 68.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pallor, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 68 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/13/99. On the same day, the pt states that he was "pale, weak and had hives on the left forearm". The pt was evaluated by his physician and treated with Benadryl. No further information is available at this time. Follow up #1 06/14/02: During internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (added pallor and asthenia) (deleted injection site reaction).
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/12/99. On 10/17/99, she experienced a rash and itching of the head, back and chest. She has not been evaluated by a physician. No further information is available at this time. From additional information received on 10/19/99, the hospital states that "the rash was from Tetracycline, not Fluzone." From additional information received on 11/18/99, it was reported, "Patient stated reactions due to antibiotic not due to vaccine."
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia oral
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 46 year old female received Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 on 10/18/99. On the same day, she experienced "numbness around mouth and lisp". No further information is available at this time.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Swelling face
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 45 year old female received Fluzone WV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/15/99. Reportedly, on 10/16/99, the pt experienced swelling of lips and face and also shortness of breath.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 47 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/20/99. "One hour, post vax, she developed generalized urticaria and itching." No further information is available at this time.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dysgeusia, Headache, Heart rate increased, Hyperhidrosis, Hypertension
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 56 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/27/99. "Within 5 minutes, post vax, she developed numbness and tingling of lips and gums. Also, sweaty palms, stated she could "taste it", elevated blood pressure and heart rate, vertigo, nausea and temple pressure. Forty minutes later, she walked out of office." No further information is available at this time.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia oral, Nausea, Vertigo
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 56 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/27/99. "Within 5 minutes, post vax, she developed numbness and tingling of lips and gums. Also, sweaty palms, stated she could "taste it", elevated blood pressure and heart rate, vertigo, nausea and temple pressure. Forty minutes later, she walked out of office." No further information is available at this time.
Age: 32.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cold sweat, Hyperhidrosis
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 32 year old male received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/11/99. On the same day, "the pt became diaphoretic, cold and clammy. Pt was evaluated in an ER and was given oral Benadryl. Episode resolved. Pt was discharged with a prescription for Benadryl." The reporter stated "I am no doing a VAERS report because we operate out of Qatar and this was not a US citizen". No further information is available at this time. From additional information received on 12/30/99, additional pt, vaccine and responsible physician information was provided.
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Swelling face
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 48 year old female received a Fluzone WV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/15/99 and reportedly, on 10/16/99, the pt's lips became swollen, no other side effect. The pt reportedly, recovered from this experience. From additional information received on 11/18/99, corrections of the last name of the reporter, vaccine administrator and an amendment of the adverse reaction time were made.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 46 year old female pt received a Fluzone WV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/25/99. Approx. 8 hours, post vax, the pt developed a rash on her upper trunk and across back of her neck. From additional information received on 6/7/00, it was reported that the pt developed the rash on 10/29/99. The rash was located between her shoulder blades and on the posterior aspect of her neck. The pt reportedly, recovered from this experience. No additional information was provided from correspondence on 7/25/00. No further information is anticipated, this case is closed.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site rash, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 40 year old female received a Fluzone WV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/27/99. Reportedly, 24 hours, post vax, the pt developed an itchy rash over face, nick, chest and also at the injection site. The pt was seen by a physician.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/28/99. Reportedly, within 5 hours, post vax. the pt developed urticaria.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site warmth, Muscle spasms, Neck pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 53 year old female "received IM injection of .50cc left deltoid, Friday 10/22/99. That evening pt complained of severe left-sided pain, back, shoulder, and neck pain with cramping. Pt became bedridden. Spoke with PCP. Treated with Vicodin with Valium. Denies asthma and GI symptoms. Left arm also hot to touch." From additional information received on 12/6/99, it was reported that the pt is "still recovering".
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Sinusitis
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 53 year old female "received IM injection of .50cc left deltoid, Friday 10/22/99. That evening pt complained of severe left-sided pain, back, shoulder, and neck pain with cramping. Pt became bedridden. Spoke with PCP. Treated with Vicodin with Valium. Denies asthma and GI symptoms. Left arm also hot to touch." From additional information received on 12/6/99, it was reported that the pt is "still recovering".
Age: 70.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 70 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/6/99. On 10/8/99, the pt experienced a rash on her arm. The pt recovered completely.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Facial palsy, Speech disorder
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/26/99. Reportedly, on 10/27/99, the pt developed facial paralysis and difficulty speaking. The pt was seen by her doctor on 10/28/00 and was told that this is self-limiting. Correspondence received on 12/1/99, provided more complete pt and physician data, and DOB. The symptoms have resolved and the pt returned to work on 11/15/99.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 42 year old male received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/27/99 and reportedly, 45 minutes, post vax, the pt developed generalized hives, no respiratory distress. From additional information received on 12/6/99, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/29/99. Approx. 24 hours, post vax, the pt developed a generalized rash on both legs. The pt was reportedly seen by a NP. From additional information received on 12/9/99, it was reported, "no follow-up; pt wouldn't return phone call".
Age: 8.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Lymphadenitis
Clinical narrative: It was reported that an 8 year old male received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/5/99. Reportedly, on 11/7/99, the pt developed axillary lymphadenitis. From additional information received on 11/11/99, it was reported that treatment of "PO Keflex" was given. The pt reportedly recovered from this experience.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male pt in his 50's received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/3/99, at 09:30. Reportedly a few hours, post vax, the pt developed tingling in his left fingers. From additional information received on 12/21/99, it was reported that the pt recovered by the evening of 11/3/99.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Chills, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt in her 50's received a Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 vaccination and possibly a PPD test on 10/25/99. Reportedly, on 10/26/99, the pt developed a local reaction of redness, swelling and pain at the injection site. On 10/27/99, the pt experienced chills but no fever was documented.
Age: 18.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: It was reported that an 18 year old female received a Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 vaccination on 10/26/99. Reportedly, on 10/31/99, the pt developed a generalized red, raised rash. The pt was treated with oral Benadryl by the NP at student health. Pt was no evaluated by a physician. Additional information dated 11/16/99; "Approx. 2-3 days after I reported this reaction, the pt developed additional symptoms which we determined was the cause of the rash, and not the flu vaccine.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Conjunctivitis, Face oedema, Laryngospasm, Lung disorder
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/22/99. The "same day, post vax, she experienced throat closing, chest congestion, swollen upper lip and reddened eyes". She was self-dx'd and did not see a physician. The event lasted 24 hours. Follow up 06/14/01: During the internal auditing oa all files, it was deemed necessary to amend by updating the Adverse Evernt coding (added lung disorder).
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, RAB
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site pain, Malaise
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 40 year old male received Imovax ID and Fluzone SV '99-'00 at 11:45 on 10/21/99. At 20:00, on the same day, the pt began experiencing the adverse event. He "presented to health services on 10/25/99, with an area of 18mm X 20mm induration to approx. 2mm in height. Denies discomfort now but states 2 days, post vax, was tender at site. States also had malaise the last 2 days." Pt has not recovered. Additional information received on 11/22/99, reported that the evening of the day, post vax, the pt experienced soreness and tenderness at the site. The injection site was red with induration measuring 18mm X 20mm. Each day this reaction began to get smaller and less red. By 11/1/99, no induration or soreness was present.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthenia, Diarrhoea, Headache, Hypersensitivity, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female in her twenties, received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/4/99. Within 4 hours, post vax, the pt experienced "weakness, headache, fever and general malaise". This is 1 of 3 similar cases by the same reporter:U199900891 through U199900893. No further information is available at this time. When additional information was provided, it was reported that this pt also experienced nausea and diarrhea. The pt also reports swelling 6cm X 6cm X 1cm at the site of the injection. The pt took Tylenol at the onset of the reaction. This "pt is 1 of identical twins with nearly identical reactions."
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Malaise, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female in her twenties, received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/4/99. Within 4 hours, post vax, the pt experienced "weakness, headache, fever and general malaise". This is 1 of 3 similar cases by the same reporter:U199900891 through U199900893. No further information is available at this time. When additional information was provided, it was reported that this pt also experienced nausea and diarrhea. The pt also reports swelling 6cm X 6cm X 1cm at the site of the injection. The pt took Tylenol at the onset of the reaction. This "pt is 1 of identical twins with nearly identical reactions."
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthenia, Diarrhoea, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female in her twenties, received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/4/99. About 4 hours, post vax, the pt experienced "weakness, headache, fever and general malaise". This is 1 of 3 similar cases by the same reporter: U199900891 through U19900893. No further information is available at this time. When additional information was provided, it was reported that this pt also experienced nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The pt took Tylenol. The pt also reported a slight swelling and a "lid" erythema about 4cm in diameter at the site of the injection. The pt is 1 of identical twins with nearly identical reactions.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Malaise, Nausea, Pyrexia, Rash vesicular, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female in her twenties, received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/4/99. About 4 hours, post vax, the pt experienced "weakness, headache, fever and general malaise". This is 1 of 3 similar cases by the same reporter: U199900891 through U19900893. No further information is available at this time. When additional information was provided, it was reported that this pt also experienced nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The pt took Tylenol. The pt also reported a slight swelling and a "lid" erythema about 4cm in diameter at the site of the injection. The pt is 1 of identical twins with nearly identical reactions.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthenia, Headache, Malaise, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male in his late twenties received Fluzone WV '99-'00 on 10/26/99. Within 12 hours, post vax, the pt experienced "weakness, headache, fever and general malaise". This is one of three similar cases by the same reporter: U199900891 through U199900893. No further information is available at this time. Additional information provided 11/22/99, stated the following; "subsequently it was learned that this employee, who called in sick with the symptoms noted above, was not ill."
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 62 year old male received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/27/99. "Approximately 12 hours, post vax, he developed unilateral headache." No further information is available at this time.
Age: 70.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/30/99. Reportedly, the pt developed a 6cm reddened area at the injection site.
Age: 47.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Ecchymosis, Epistaxis, Rash macular
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/22/99. Reportedly, the next day, post vax, the pt developed a red rash over his entire body, along with ecchymosis and nosebleeds. Correspondence received on 12/1/99, states that the pt began taking vitamin K after a few days with a decrease of gum and nose bleeds. The pt refused to see the doctor, but reported the symptoms on 11/8/99. A fine macular rash with large ecchymosis was noted.
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 34 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/13/99. On 10/14/99, she experienced a "local reaction of redness, warmth and swelling". No further information is available at this time. Documentation received on 12/1/99 stated: "Although redness and tenderness is a normal reaction to vaccination, in this case of this associate, the site was extremely warm to touch and was about 2" X 2" in size."
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 48 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/14/99. The same day, she experienced a "local reaction of redness, warmth and swelling". No further information is available at this time.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 41 year old female received a Fluzone WV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/5/99. Reportedly, that same day, the pt developed hives on trunk and arms; also experienced itching of her face and scalp. The pt was treated with oral Benadryl and was given oral Benadryl to take home. Correspondence received on 12/1/99, provided additional pt demographic data.
Age: 46.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Oedema, Rash erythematous, Rash pruritic
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/5/99. Reportedly, sometime post vax, the pt developed a red rash at the injection site. Additional information received 11/22/99, reported that the rash eventually spread from the elbow to the shoulder and that the pt's arm increased in diameter. The rash itched a lot. The symptoms cleared after 12 days. The only treatment was Benadryl OTC. Follow up #1 06/04/02: duriing internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (added some edema and pruritis)
Age: 15.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Joint swelling, Pain, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 15 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 on 10/26/99. The pt experienced a "rash on her arm down to her elbow that evening. The next day, she developed random swelling of joints, hands and feet, with aching." The event is still present.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 53 year old female received Fluzone SV '99-'00 at 11:00 on 10/25/99. The next morning, the pt experienced a "red, swollen area, 3" by 2" on her left upper arm that was hot and tender to touch". No further information is available at this time.
Age: 74.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diplopia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 74 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/3/99. Reportedly, on 11/9/99, the pt experienced diplopia.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache, Hypotonia, Injection site pain, Myasthenic syndrome, Nuchal rigidity
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 44 year old male received a Fluzone '99-'00 and an unspecified vaccination on 10/29/99. Reportedly, on 10/31/99, the pt developed body aches, injection site pain, muscle spasms, headache, stiff neck and muscle cramps in legs. From additional information received on 12/9/99, it was reported that 24 hours, post vax, the pt developed soreness at the injection site, tingling in left side, numbness, muscle weakness and stiffness, headaches and muscle spasms from neck to toes. The pt saw his primary physician, an orthopedic specialist and allergist. The pt has a referral for neurologist. Follow up #1: During internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the adverse event coding (deleted twitching and added myasthenia and paresthenia).
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pain, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 44 year old male received a Fluzone '99-'00 and an unspecified vaccination on 10/29/99. Reportedly, on 10/31/99, the pt developed body aches, injection site pain, muscle spasms, headache, stiff neck and muscle cramps in legs. From additional information received on 12/9/99, it was reported that 24 hours, post vax, the pt developed soreness at the injection site, tingling in left side, numbness, muscle weakness and stiffness, headaches and muscle spasms from neck to toes. The pt saw his primary physician, an orthopedic specialist and allergist. The pt has a referral for neurologist. Follow up #1: During internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the adverse event coding (deleted twitching and added myasthenia and paresthenia).
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 72 year old male received a Fluzone '99-'00 vaccination on 10/22/1999. Reportedly on 10/30/99, the pt developed a red area on his left arm that looks like a rash. The rash was noted 4 days, post vax of the Hep-B shot.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/22/99. Reportedly, sometime post vax, the pt developed numbness of her left arm. Pt stated the numbness has increased rather than decreased.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Shoulder pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 10/8/99. Sometime, post vax, the pt developed upper arm discomfort and shoulder pain in both arms for approx. 5 weeks. A health care provider did not see the pt. From additional information received on 12/14/99, additional pt and responsible physician information was provided.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Bronchitis, Chest discomfort, Cough, Pain, Pneumonia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone UNSP vaccination, date not reported. Reportedly, sometime post vax, the pt developed a fever, tightness in chest, chills and general body aches. Pt is also coughing up yellow sputum. A chest X-ray and a throat culture have been done. Doctor's dx is bronchitis. From additional information received on 11/14/99, it was reported, "(Pt) called back to inform us that her chest X-ray and throat culture showed pneumonia. Her doctor put her own Levaquin. Doctor still refuses to give her information to file a VAERS report because he told her she did not have a reaction to the vaccine, she has pneumonia.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone UNSP vaccination, date not reported. Reportedly, sometime post vax, the pt developed a fever, tightness in chest, chills and general body aches. Pt is also coughing up yellow sputum. A chest X-ray and a throat culture have been done. Doctor's dx is bronchitis. From additional information received on 11/14/99, it was reported, "(Pt) called back to inform us that her chest X-ray and throat culture showed pneumonia. Her doctor put her own Levaquin. Doctor still refuses to give her information to file a VAERS report because he told her she did not have a reaction to the vaccine, she has pneumonia.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Tongue oedema
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone UNSP vaccination on 11/1/99. Reportedly, that same day, the pt experienced a local reaction of stinging when receiving the shot and redness at the site, afterwards. Pt also stated, "I felt as if I had some swelling of the tongue but nothing that worried me. It has dissipated."
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 46 year old female received a Fluzone UNSP '99-'00 vaccination on 11/11/99. Reportedly, 6 hours, post vax, the pt developed a rash on her chest. Three days later, the rash began to itch.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 and a Pnu-Imune 23 vaccination mixed in one syringe, on 11/4/99. Reportedly, on 11/6/99, the pt developed urticaria, erythema and an induration. Benadryl 25mg per oral every four hours was prescribed. The symptoms resolved on 11/9/99. No additional information was provided from follow-up correspondence returned on 12/6/99.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 and a Pnu-Imune 23 vaccination mixed in one syringe, on 11/4/99. Reportedly, on 11/6/99, the pt developed urticaria, erythema and an induration. Benadryl 25mg per oral, every 4 hours, was prescribed. The symptoms resolved on 11/9/99. No additional information was provided from follow-up correspondence returned on 12/6/99.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 21 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/15/99. Reportedly, on 11/16/99, the pt experienced pain at the injection site with radiation down her arm, described as mild pain. Also experienced numbness, which was described as mostly tingling in her fingers. Pt stated it was an odd sensation, however, she is able to use her extremity without any impairment. The pt decided not to be evaluated by a physician at this time and is at work functioning in a normal capacity. From additional information received on 1/5/00, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache, Hypoaesthesia, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center, stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 22 year old female pt stated that her arm is very red and swollen. The area is approx. 2" long and feels squishy also her forearm has "patchy numbness". The pt complains of a severe headache, "like a sinus infection". The pt is hesitant to be evaluated by a physician. Follow up #1 06/19/02:  During an internal auditing of all files, it is deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (Added  Medication Error and re-ranked events)
Age: 31.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Headache, Influenza, Medication error, Nausea
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 31 year old female pt stated that administration of vaccination was very painful and burned a lot. The pt experienced immediate swelling and redness. Approx. 2 hours, post vax, she experienced tachycardia, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, headache and lightheadedness. Within 15 minutes of onset, she experienced hives all over her arm. The nurse responsible for vaccination went to the pt's home and told the pt to take Benadryl 2 tablets every 4-6 hours. At the time of this report, the pt was experiencing "flu-like symptoms" and had a "very bad headache". Upon interview, it was discovered that this pt has severe allergic response to "all food coloring, additives and preservatives" and is allergic to "all 'chillin's". She describes her previous reactions as severe hives, skin sloughing, nausea and vomiting and headache. Writer expressed the need for this pt to be evaluated by her physician ASAP. Follow up #1 06/05/02: During internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (Added Dyspnea, Tachycardia, Medication Error, Vomiting  and Nausea). Also re-ranked all coded terms.
Age: 31.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Tachycardia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 31 year old female pt stated that administration of vaccination was very painful and burned a lot. The pt experienced immediate swelling and redness. Approx. 2 hours, post vax, she experienced tachycardia, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, headache and lightheadedness. Within 15 minutes of onset, she experienced hives all over her arm. The nurse responsible for vaccination went to the pt's home and told the pt to take Benadryl 2 tablets every 4-6 hours. At the time of this report, the pt was experiencing "flu-like symptoms" and had a "very bad headache". Upon interview, it was discovered that this pt has severe allergic response to "all food coloring, additives and preservatives" and is allergic to "all 'chillin's". She describes her previous reactions as severe hives, skin sloughing, nausea and vomiting and headache. Writer expressed the need for this pt to be evaluated by her physician ASAP. Follow up #1 06/05/02: During internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (Added Dyspnea, Tachycardia, Medication Error, Vomiting  and Nausea). Also re-ranked all coded terms.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Bronchitis, Influenza, Injection site pain, Medication error, Nausea
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center, stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 39 year old female states that she experienced "arm swelling" and pain immediately, post vax, which she treated with hot/cold compresses. She awoke at 03:00 with nausea and vomiting, headache and flu-like symptoms. She does state that she is recovering from bronchitis/flu and is being treated with "Zylex". Pt has received influenza vaccination in the past and has experienced similar symptoms. She has a positive history of Asthma (treated with albuterol PRN). She also states that she had HTN but it is medicated. Follow up #1  06/04/02: during internal auditng of all fines, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding. (Added medication error, nausea and vomiting.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Oedema peripheral, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center, stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 39 year old female states that she experienced "arm swelling" and pain immediately, post vax, which she treated with hot/cold compresses. She awoke at 03:00 with nausea and vomiting, headache and flu-like symptoms. She does state that she is recovering from bronchitis/flu and is being treated with "Zylex". Pt has received influenza vaccination in the past and has experienced similar symptoms. She has a positive history of Asthma (treated with albuterol PRN). She also states that she had HTN but it is medicated. Follow up #1  06/04/02: during internal auditng of all fines, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding. (Added medication error, nausea and vomiting.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Medication error, Myasthenic syndrome
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center, stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 51 year old female states that she experienced "redness and swelling" which developed into painful itching and burning at the site of the injection (approx. 2 1/2" in diameter). At time of report, pt was experiencing nausea and vomiting, headache and was unable to "lift with arm". Pt has received influenza vaccine before without incident. She has not been ill. She has a positive history of allergies to "ivory dish soap", Codeine and Morphine. follow up #1 06/24/02: during internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessaryto amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (Added Medication Error and Myasthenia; also re-ranked Adverse Events).
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Nausea, Pruritus, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center, stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 51 year old female states that she experienced "redness and swelling" which developed into painful itching and burning at the site of the injection (approx. 2 1/2" in diameter). At time of report, pt was experiencing nausea and vomiting, headache and was unable to "lift with arm". Pt has received influenza vaccine before without incident. She has not been ill. She has a positive history of allergies to "ivory dish soap", Codeine and Morphine. follow up #1 06/24/02: during internal auditing of all files, it was deemed necessaryto amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding (Added Medication Error and Myasthenia; also re-ranked Adverse Events).
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Medication error, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 49 year old female states that she experienced "redness and swelling" which developed into painful itching and burning at site of injection (approx. 1 1/2" in diameter). At the time of report, she states that her "whole arm hurts". She has not been exposed to the influenza vaccination. She is presently recovering from bronchitis (amoxicillin was discontinued last week).  She has a positive history of migraine and is allergic to bee stings (carries an epi-pen). Follow up #1 06/19/02: During internal auditing oif all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding ( Added Medication Error and re-ranked Adverse Events).
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Medication error
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 44 year old female states that she is sore and tender at site of injection. There is approx. 1 1/2" to 2 1/2" in diameter that is slightly raised and hard/knot and hot to the touch. She denies nausea and vomiting but does have a mild headache. She has received influenza vaccination before without incident. she is suffering from a "slight" sinus infection and denies any history of alleries. Follow up #1 06/19/02: During internal auditng of all flies, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Event coding  (Added Medication Error and re-ranked Adverse Events).
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Medication error
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a traveling health nurse who was providing TB screening to employees at a daycare center stated that after several complaints of severe burning upon administration, she discovered that she was in fact, injecting influenza (Fluzone SV '99-'00). A 29 year old male states that the site of injection is sore and red. He denies any other discomfort. He has not been exposed to the influenza vaccination. States he has a positive history of allergy to Pencillin. Follow up #1 06/18/02: During internal auditng of all files,it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the Adverse Eventscoding (Added Medication Error, re-ranked Adverse Events).
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 and a Pnu-Imune 23 vaccination mixed in one syringe, on 11/4/99. Reportedly, on 11/6/99, the pt developed urticaria, erythema and an induration. Benadryl 25mg per oral every 4 hours was prescribed. Reportedly, the pt recovered from this experience. No additional information was provided from correspondence returned on 12/15/99.
Age: 60.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Breast pain, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 60 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/9/99. Approx. 6 hours, post vax, the pt developed enlarged lymph nodes in the right arm and right-side breast tenderness. There symptoms reportedly subsided 1 1/2 days later.
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 64 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/6/99. Reportedly, on 11/8/99, the pt developed hives. Pt was treated with Tagamet-Kenalog-Medrol pack. From additional information received on 12/9/99, the pt received the Tagamet-Kenalog-Medrol pack on 11/10/99.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthma, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 2 year old male received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/16/99. Approx. 4-6 hours later, the pt developed a fever of 105F and an asthma attack that required emergency treatment. From additional information received on 12/15/99, it was reported that the pt was treated with nebulizer at home and that the pt recovered.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Facial palsy
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 50 year old female received a Fluzone SV '99-'00 vaccination on 11/3/99. Reportedly, on 11/8/99, the pt developed Bell's Palsy on left side of face. From additional information received on 12/8/99, additional pt, vaccine and responsible physician information was provided.