Age: 18.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, FLUX, SMALL, YF
Symptoms: Activities of daily living impaired, Dyspnoea, Gait disturbance, Headache, Joint range of motion decreased
Clinical narrative: I received a letter from whose offices contacted The Food and Drug Administration in regards to vaccinations I was given during my time in the military. The Food and Drug Administration then requested that I forward my military vaccination records to you. Enclosed is a copy (front and back) of my original military vaccination record and on the bottom of the copy, I included an interpretation and timeline of said vaccines. These vaccinations were administered to me over an 18 month period, beginning in May of 1966 and ending November of 1967. I was 19 years of age when I got the first of these vaccines, eight in the first month alone. To my knowledge, no other person was given these additional vaccines, and in my opinion, I feel as though I was singled out, possibly due to my blood type, which is B negative. Twelve more vaccines were administered between October 1966 and November 1967. Since then, I've experienced headaches, fevers, sore throats, and muscle pains so severe that I've had difficulty ambulating or even getting out of bed. I now experience muscle pain on a consistent basis, have a very limited range of motion, and have difficulty breathing, although I have never been diagnosed with any respiratory condition such as asthma, COPD, or emphysema. The main issue seems to be muscular in nature. I was discharged out of the military in 1969 due to this condition, which they have labeled as Ankylosing Spondylitis Rheumatoid Arthritis. However, MRI's and X-rays I've been subjected to have neither shown nor proven that I've actually contracted this affliction. Currently, the agency does not acknowledge the existence of any of these vaccinations. My vaccination record was taken years ago and although I attempted to obtain it numerous times over the years by contacting every available agency I could think of, I was never able to acquire a copy of it. Then, roughly three years ago, the original vaccination record was sent to a former address of mine from an unknown source and eventually, it was forwarded to me. I am currently sixty three years of age and have been suffering these same symptoms since the vaccinations were given. Prior to these vaccines, I was in excellent health, and was quite active on my high school track squad, at one point being considered among the top participants in my events. In the military, I again was a member of the track team, but by the end of 1966, I was unable to participate due to my "condition". I feel as though these vaccines have caused by current condition, and have reduced the quality of my life that time until now. At this point, I would just like to know what complications or damage may have either occurred, or may occur as a direct result of being subjected to a shot record like the one I have. I am quite concerned with what I may be forced to deal with later in life, as well if my current symptoms will become more severe, and any information you can provided for me would be greatly appreciated. I may not be able to control what happens next, but at least knowing what may occur down the road might help me prepare for it. Thank you very much for your time, and feel free to contact me with any questions.