chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Chest discomfort, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Within 15-25 mins after receiving Hep B vaccine in right deltoid muscle, the pt developed erythema and edema. Her neck was red and she described chest tightness. She stated "her mind went blank." She did not become pale, SOB, she was alert and oriented. Ice was applied to injection site. She declined offer to go to ER or go see her physician. The erythema and edema had resolved by 05/15/2002.
Age: 10.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA
Symptoms: Crying, Dizziness, Ear pain, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: Five mins after Hep B and Hep A vaccination, the pt developed dizziness. Then started crying with complaint of earache and hands stiffened up for few minutes. Pt improved without medication and sent to the hospital for evaluation.
Age: 62.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, PPV
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site urticaria
Clinical narrative: The pt received Hep B and Pnuemovax 23 at approximately 11am. Within 30 minutes of leaving the clinic, the pt complained of headache and tenderness around injection site. By 1pm, she had developed urticaria on left arm and the injection site had swollen to the size of about a half dollar. Pt notified her son who is an ER MD and he prescribed Benadryl, Motrin, and moist soaks. By 05/23/2002, pt's symptoms resolved.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV
Symptoms: Blister
Clinical narrative: The pt pesented 10-20 small vesicles on 05/28/2002.
Age: 0.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug administration error
Clinical narrative: Pt was given varicella vaccine instead of Prevnar vaccine.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, UNK
Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: The pt developed nausea, and vomiting post vaccination with Hep a, b, and Jap E.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, JEV, TYP
Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea
Clinical narrative: The pt developed light-headedness, dizziness and nausea that lasted 2 hrs.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, JEV, TYP
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vision blurred, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: The pt went to ER after vomiting at 19:00. She was sent home. She then became light-headed, dizzy, with nausea and blurred vision. Also vomited x 1 and had diarrhea at 21:00 and 05:00 on 05/19. Nausea subsided afternoon of 05/19.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAPH, MMR
Symptoms: Neurodevelopmental disorder
Clinical narrative: Child had chronic ear infections from 5 months to 18 months of age. 10 rounds of antibiotics and 1 shot injection. Diagnosed PPD at 2 years 10 months of age.
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Anorexia, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Insomnia
Clinical narrative: Approximately one hour after receiving her DTaP #4 and Hib #4, became irritable and febrile to 103 deg F. She refused to eat and drink and had a restless night. Her temp continued at 103 deg F the next day and her left thigh where both immunizations were administered was erythematous, swollen, and tender (3" x 3 1/2" area).
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Approximately one hour after receiving her DTaP #4 and Hib #4, became irritable and febrile to 103 deg F. She refused to eat and drink and had a restless night. Her temp continued at 103 deg F the next day and her left thigh where both immunizations were administered was erythematous, swollen, and tender (3" x 3 1/2" area).
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Lymphadenopathy, Pyrexia, Rash erythematous, Rash macular
Clinical narrative: The pt developed a fever of 99 deg F, and a rash on torso. On 05/22/2002, temp went up to 106 deg F with rash. He was then taken to ER. On 05/23/2002, erythematous macular rash, extensive adenopathy were noted.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: The pt developed erythema rash post TD vaccination.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: The pt developed pain and a rash at upper right arm (injection site).
Age: 4.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: On 05/22/2002, pt's mother called to report redness, swelling and itching at vaccination site.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Glossodynia, Headache, Pruritus, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Erythematous, vesicular lesions on chest and arms which started on 5/7/02 AM and was intensely pruritic. Had a headache, runny nose and a low-grade temperature. Rx'd Acyclovir 800mg qid X 5 days. On 5/14/02, painful dots on tongue.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular, Rhinorrhoea, Tongue discolouration
Clinical narrative: Erythematous, vesicular lesions on chest and arms which started on 5/7/02 AM and was intensely pruritic. Had a headache, runny nose and a low-grade temperature. Rx'd Acyclovir 800mg qid X 5 days. On 5/14/02, painful dots on tongue.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: SMALL
Symptoms: Abscess
Clinical narrative: Abscess left axilla on 4/19/02. Incision and drainage on 4/25/02. Regiment of Dicloxacillin 250 qid X 7 days.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Oral pain, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt complained of mouth pain and swelling after beginning oral Typhoid vaccine series. Told to discontinue and get Typhim VI injection. Was ill X 1 1/2 days, then improved. Saw Dentist; improved with antibacterial mouthwash.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Received vaccine on 5/13/02. On 5/22/02, had temperature of 105F; at office, it was 105.6F (R) and Motrin was given. Exam was normal. Repeat temperature check 104.5F (R) 1/2 hour after Motrin. Follow-up phone on 5/24/02-doing well with a few papules scattered.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Convulsion, Crying, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt was laid down for a nap around 14:30. She awoke at 16:11 with a cry that sounded as though she were frightened. I (mother) went to check on her and found her face down in her crib in the throes of a seizure. It lasted approx. 2-3 minutes. Paramedics came to check her. Fever of 102.8F; blood pressure was ok. Went to MD's office where she was observed and sent home with directions to be given Tylenol and Motrin alternately to keep fever down. No recurring seizure, so far. No sign of any illness whatsoever before or after seizure, excluding fever.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: Local allergic reaction at injection site about 4" in diameter.
Age: 5.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 5/17/02, broke out with rash at 15:00 and Caladryl applied, Tylenol given for low-grade fever. On 5/18/02, rash gone in AM, then reappeared about 15:00 to 17:00; gave Aveno bath and Benadryl 25mg po and he slept all night. On 5/19/02, rash gone in AM, then reappeared about 15:00 to 17:00. Aveno bath and Benadryl given. To ER at 21:30 for complaint of itching and rash not improving. Treated with Solu-Medrol 40mg, given IM and Rx'd Orapred. On 5/20/02, rash gone. ER report describes urticaria with hives to trunk and extremities.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Fever to 102.7F, 1 hour post vax. Rash started 6 to 8 hours later to arms and legs, blanching urticarial-type subcutaneous. CNS intact.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site swelling, Pruritus, Rash erythematous, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt awoke in the middle of the night complaining of itching. Mom noted rash (dime-sized raised and red areas on legs and arms at 08:00. Into office. At 11:45, noted almost solid welted areas, reddened lower legs bilaterally with complaint of itching. Noted raised and reddened areas on right posterior arm 1" X 2 7/8" (butterfly shaped). Left posterior arm 1/2" X 1", 1 1/4" X 1 1/2", 5/8" X 1" areas connecting with irregular raised areas beneath injection site. Upper thighs also with reddened and welt areas (left 2" X 1/2", 2 1/2" X 3" and right thigh 2" X 1", 2 1/2" X 3"). Treated with Decadron 2mg IM and Orapred prescription. On 5/23/02, rash/hives fading.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: L deltoid with 8cm x 10cm warm red area-tender on 5/23/02 at 10am.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Rash papular, Rash pustular
Clinical narrative: Papular, erythematous and pustules over trunk; no vesicles, few scattered on lower abdomen. No oral lesions. Afebrile. Beginning on 5/20/02.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Rash
Clinical narrative: On 5/14/02, red rash around injection site (not sure which side); Benadryl given. On 5/17/02, cheeks bright red, red spots on trunk, forearms (wrist and elbows) red "look burned". On 5/20/02, went to MD and MD not sure if rxn to IZ but thinks so, possible. On 5/23/02, spots on legs, continued redness on arms; cheeks clear. No fever. No pain. No other symptoms. Continues to have rash.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Pt received vaccines during 5 year old physical. Returned 3 days later with redness and warmth around injection site. No fever. Responded to treatment with cold compresses. Did not require antibiotics.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Child's mother reports that 24 hours, post vax, an area on left thigh was red and swollen 1" the next day. Area is 3" X 3" with 1" raised center on 5/23/02 with 1" hard and swollen center with heat.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV
Symptoms: Rash maculo-papular, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt received IPV on 5/21/02. On the eve of 5/22/02, mother noticed a rash on arms and legs (urticarial in nature) and maculopapular rash on back. Rash was still present on 5/23/02. Pt brought to clinic on 5/24/02 with resolution of urticaria. Noticeable macularpapular rash on the back and sporadic on extremities. Suggested Benadryl if it returned. No viral symptoms or fever.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Nausea and vomiting; left arm swollen, red and hot on 5/15/02. Went to bed. On 5/16/02, woke with "flu-like" symptoms (nasal stuffiness, SOB, nausea and vomiting). On 5/16/02, went to primary MD. No treatment needed. On 5/17/02, headache and ache over left arm.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Nasal congestion, Nausea, Pain, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Nausea and vomiting; left arm swollen, red and hot on 5/15/02. Went to bed. On 5/16/02, woke with "flu-like" symptoms (nasal stuffiness, SOB, nausea and vomiting). On 5/16/02, went to primary MD. No treatment needed. On 5/17/02, headache and ache over left arm.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Erythema, Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Approx. 14 hours, post vax, developed painful swelling of left upper arm below injection site. Approx. 24 hours, post vax, same area became reddened, hot to touch and pruritic. (6cm X 8cm approx. size), triangular-shaped area of erythema and swelling on left upper arm below left deltoid injection site with tenderness and pain on palpation. Has a firm palpable induration at left deltoid needle site.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Approx. 14 hours, post vax, developed painful swelling of left upper arm below injection site. Approx. 24 hours, post vax, same area became reddened, hot to touch and pruritic. (6cm X 8cm approx. size), triangular-shaped area of erythema and swelling on left upper arm below left deltoid injection site with tenderness and pain on palpation. Has a firm palpable induration at left deltoid needle site.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Local redness and swelling of left thigh which decreased with Benadryl.
Age: 28.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Rash on right side of face lasting 1 day. Pt was treated with oral Benadryl on 5/13/02 and rash disappeared 24 hours later.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Malaise
Clinical narrative: Soreness in feet and joints; aches constantly. Tired and run down feeling. Vaccines on 4/97-4/98. Started feeling lousy on 6/02. Initiated inflammatory drugs which helped some.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pruritus followed by redness and localized induration (20mm) at injection site, 2 days after vaccination. Note: No reaction with 1st dose.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Large 3" swelling, redness 4", raised, warm and painful at right lower leg where IVP site is. DTAP site is ok, no swelling.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: Received vaccines (3), 2 on right deltoid and 1 on left deltoid at 09:00 on 5/13/02. On 5/15/02 AM, red and painful right deltoid. No fever and full ROM.
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV
Symptoms: Eye swelling, Oedema peripheral, Urticaria, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Swelling of hands/feet/eyes and hives began within 3 hours, post vax, and continued off and on, several times per day with increasing severity for 5 days. Day 5, began vomiting X 3 throughout the day along with hives and swelling. Day 6, all symptoms gone. Treated with Benadryl. (Hives and welts all over body).
Age: 3.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Oedema peripheral, Rash, Swelling face
Clinical narrative: Rash and swelling of face/extremities and trunk occurred within 1 hour, post vax. Rx'd Benadryl 12.5mg/Pediapred 10mg in office then transferred to hospital ER for further care.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Tremor
Clinical narrative: At 20:00, gave Tylenol; no fever. At 04:30, temperature 101.9F; child shaking-chilling. At 04:30, temperature to 103.4F and Motrin given. At 05:00, called MD. At 05:10, Tylenol given. At 05:30, temperature was 104.7F and tepid bath given. At 06:00, took to ER and temperature was 101.4F, then 100.8F. Fever coming down; went home. At 08:00, temperature 100.8F. At 13:00, temperature was 100.9F and at 14:00, temperature was 101.1F.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Left arm was hot and swollen from shoulder to elbow. Mom took baby to PMD and he dx'd with cellulitis and was given Keflex.
Age: 4.9
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Left upper arm with (4 1/2" X 3") hot, red and raised lesion around DTAP site.
Age: 1.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Coordination abnormal, Irritability, Listless, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On 5/16/02, pt developed fever. Ataxia developed on 5/18/02 with listlessness and fussiness. Ataxia resolved on 5/21/02.
Age: 0.82
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: None stated.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TTOX
Symptoms: Fatigue, Headache, Injection site reaction, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On 5/18/02, member received TD and PPD. On 5/19/02, began to display symptoms of fever with chills. On 5/20/02, member states that he had severe fatigue that was a problem throughout the day with hot sensations around the site area for the TD shot plus a headache. On 5/21/02, member states symptoms still present but are going away.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash vesicular, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Vesicular rash with crusted lesions over face, trunk, and extremities. Febrile x 3 days.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Upper 1/2 of L arm red, slight swollen. Warm to touch, called 48 hrs after vaccine rec'd.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever, highest 103F
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Approx 6hrs after HB#2 administered, pt developed abdominal cramping, diarrhea, vomiting, fever of 101; :lasted approx 14 hrs, recalls that after HB#1 had similar symptoms that occurred 3 days after vaccination lasting about 14 hrs as well.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Discomfort, Erythema
Clinical narrative: Redness, swelling, mild discomfort R deltoid. Treatment ibuprofen
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Contusion, Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: 2-2 1/2 cm area on upper deltoid to mid humerus redness wrapping around to both sides. Hot to touch. Bottom site bruised.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, OPV
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Hives
Age: 1.9
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Vesicles on the trunk -> Mild case of vaccine induced varicella
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Pyrexia, Skin discolouration, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Fever of 101.8F in early AM at 04:30 with vomiting (AM after shot). Had red "spot" on arm the size of a silver dollar and the 2nd day had a "dark ring" around it.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Erythema, Feeling hot, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: 5/17/02 reports 16x9cm warm, erythematous over R arm, per Dr's nurse which began morning of 5/17. Nurse reports per Dr to treat for cellulitis. Duracef 500mg/5cc, 3/4 tsp PO bid X 10 days.
Age: 6.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Approx 20 discrete scabbed spots on taros, scalp, buttocks, no fever.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Chills, Diarrhoea, Fatigue, Hyperhidrosis
Clinical narrative: Morning after injection, pt complained of diarrhea, sweating, chills 4-5 hrs, fatigue lasting greater than 3 days.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Swelling
Clinical narrative: Shot was given on upper R arm, following morning, joints in wrist completely swollen, went to urgent care, given Keflex/antibiotics and fluid aspiration was done to check for septic joint; pt wore a wrist splint for 2 wks since he was unable to rotate his wrist.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPAB
Symptoms: Heart rate increased, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt called complaining of itchy nose and increased heart rate at 16:30 had taken benadryl and S/S had resolved. She felt it was r/t IZ but declined to be seen.
Age: 6.0
Sex: U
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning her 6 year old son who in May 1999 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. On 10/14/2001, the pt developed a mild case of chicken pox. There were approximately 60 lesions mostly on his trunk and three lesions on his face. The RN reported that her other two children had the same experiences. Additional info has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a male who on approximately 10/10/2001 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. The physician reported that the pt subsequently presented to the office with a break through case of chicken pox .The pt had about 100 pox that had a short papular phase. The physician indicated that the pt's sister had been immunized three days before the pt and had not become ill. The physician collected isolates from the pt. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 6 year old female with no known allergies, no prior medical history and no pre-existing medical conditions who on 06/05/1997 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. On 10/28/2001, the pt developed a fever of 101 deg F. On 10/29/2001, the pt broke out in approximately 25 red, non-raised spots which were described as a "chicken pox rash." The pt had no other symptoms and no diagnostic or lab testing was done. The nurse further reported that the pt's older brother, who had never received a varicella immunization, had chicken pox two weeks prior to the event. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Additional info is not expected.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 29 month old female who on 05/18/2000 was vaccinated with a first dose of varicella vaccine SC in her right arm. The nurse reported that on 10/11/2001, the pt developed chicken pox. The pt had 30-40 lesions all  over her body on her chest, abdomen, and legs. She did not develop a fever. The pt was treated with Beandryl and subsequently recovered. The nurse reported that the pt's sister also developed varicella post-vaccination with varicella vaccine. No additional info is expected.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 7 year old female with an amoxicillin allergy on 09/13/1995 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. On 10/30/2001, the pt developed chicken pox. The pt had a low grade fever and 7-8 2mm papules on her trunk, scalp, and legs. Some of the papules were simple pustules, two were almost vesicular and two had crusted centers. The pt received medical attention for her experience. Additional info received from the nurse indicated that the office did not have the name of the pt. Therefore, no additional info could be provided. No additional info is expected.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Rash vesicular, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a health professional concerning a 12 month old female who on 10/09/2001 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine live. On 10/30/2001, the pt developed bumps all over, a vesicular, pustular rash for "a few days." The registered nurse reported that the pt had one symmetrical dark, scaly, 1cm lesion on her back and multiple 10-15 blisters, some crusted, on her trunk, scalp, and legs. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis, Headache, Malaise, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 25 year old male with no known allergies and no pre-existing medical conditions or illnesses who on 09/21/2001 was vaccinated on the left with a first dose of varicella vaccine. There were no illnesses at the time of vaccination. On 09/28/2001, the pt experienced a "prodromal syndrome" described as a headache, "achy all over," malaise and a slight temp of 100 deg F. On that same date, the pt developed approximately 30 tiny vesicles. No lab testing was performed. The pt recovered on 10/08/2001. No further info is available.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Cough, Decreased appetite, Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 14 month old female with no known allergies or pre-existing medical conditions who on 08/24/2001 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. Concomitant therapy included Prevnar. On 10/29/2001, the pt developed chicken pox on her hands, face, behind her ears and trunk, a cough, a temp of 100.4 deg F and a decreased appetite. The nurse reported that she had approximately 30 clear fluid filled vesicles. No lab or diagnostic testing was performed. On that same date, the p sought unspecified medical attention. Subsequently, the pt recovered. Additional info is not expected.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pharyngitis, Pyrexia, Rash vesicular, Rhinorrhoea, Sinusitis
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative and a physician concerning a 5 year old white female who on 07/10/1997 was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live 0.5 cc SC in the left thigh. On 10/31/01 (also reported as 10/29/01) the pt developed 18 vesicular lesions over her back and chest. The lesions were described as pinpoint papular, vesicular and "scabbed over" over his back and right upper abdomen. The pt was seen by the physician on 10/31/01 and she was diagnosed with chicken pox. She had a low grade fever of 99.3 degrees F. She also had sinusitis with thick yellowish post-nasal discharge. It was reported at the time of vaccination that she had an inflamed pharynx which was "proof of an URI". It was reported that the pt recovered. Additional information is not expected.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative and a physician concerning a 5 year old white female who on 07/10/1997 was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live 0.5 cc SC in the left thigh. On 10/31/01 (also reported as 10/29/01) the pt developed 18 vesicular lesions over her back and chest. The lesions were described as pinpoint papular, vesicular and "scabbed over" over his back and right upper abdomen. The pt was seen by the physician on 10/31/01 and she was diagnosed with chicken pox. She had a low grade fever of 99.3 degrees F. She also had sinusitis with thick yellowish post-nasal discharge. It was reported at the time of vaccination that she had an inflamed pharynx which was "proof of an URI". It was reported that the pt recovered. Additional information is not expected.
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a mother concerning her daughter who on approximately 10/18/2002 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. Subsequently, the pt developed chicken pox. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a licensed visiting nurse concerning a 5 year old Caucasian male with no significant past medical history and NKDA who on 02/20/97 was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live, left thigh SC. The pt also received the first of tuberculin purified protein derivative (Tubersol) IM in the left forearm. There was no other concomitant medication. On 10/31/01, the pt was presented in the office with an active case of chicken pox, confirmed "breakthrough varicella" following exposure at school. The pt had 10 pox scattered across the face, neck, and chest. There were no pox on arms or legs. The patient was not febrile. It was noted that the pt had no coexisting conditions at the time of the vaccinations or at the time of exposure at school. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning a female who was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live (dose not reported). Twenty days after the child was vaccinated, her parents contacted the department of health and reported to the consumer that the child had developed a rash. the child was seen by a physician who ruled out chicken pox, but the child's mother was sure that it was. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: U
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Rash macular, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a RN concerning her 4 year old son who in May 1999, was vaccinated with varicela virus vaccine live.  The mother reported that the patient broke out in chicken pox.  On 10/17/2001, the patient developed approximately 100 macular and papular lesions all over his body, including the "peri area."  The RN reported on her other 2 children (WAES # 01104874 & 01110667).  Additional information has been requested.
Age: 0.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning her 7 month old son. The pt's two brothers broke out with chicken pox in 10/01 (WAES 01104874 and 01110666). In approximately 10/01, the pt was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live for "post-exposure prevention". In approximately 10/01, the pt developed "one spot under hair" Additional information has been requested.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a health professional and the spouse of a 29 year old female who in 03/01 was vaccinated with a first dose and in 05/01 was vaccinated with a second dose of varicella virus vaccine live. Blood tests done in early 10/01 showed that the vaccine was not effective. The pt was then vaccinated again on 10/17/01.  A few days later, she found that she was 6 weeks pregnant. The date of the pt's last menstrual period was 09/20/01. The patient's estimated date of delivery was determine to be 06/27/02. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician through a company representative concerning the physician's son who on 03/27/01 was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live. In 10/01, the pt broke out in"full blown chicken pox from his head to his toe". The physician reported that the break out was "so bad" the physician took the boy to a dermatologist to see if there would be scarring. It was reported that the child would not be scarred. The outcome of the event was unknown at the time of this report. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MEA, RUB, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a nurse practitioner concerning a 42 year old male with no known medical history or NKDA who on 10/20/01 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. Concomitant vaccinations the same day include a dose of measles virus vaccine and a dose of rubella virus vaccine. There was no other concomitant medications. On 11/05/01, the pt developed an itchy rash with dark red center on his trunk, as described by his wife to the nurse. At the time of this report on 11/06/01, the pt was scheduled to see his physician. The nurse also reported that the pr's wife was 8 months pregnant and has a history of varicella. At the time of this report she did not have any symptoms. Additional information has been requested
Age: 6.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Pruritus, Rash, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a medical assistant concerning a 6 year old Caucasian female with no past medical history and NKDA who on 11/14/96 was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (site unknown) and the first dose of MMRII. There was no concomitant medications. On the night of 11/05/01, the child developed a mild case of chicken pox with an itchy rash, red lesions with white centers on her arms, legs, abdomen and back. The pt was afebrile. It was noted that four children in the patient's class had varicella . It was reported that the pt recovered after 8 days.  No further information is expected.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: OPV, RUB
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Initial and follow up information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 4 year old white male with NKDA, no past medical history, and no illness at time of vaccination who on 04/15/1998 was vaccinated in the right thigh with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live. Concomitant vaccinations on 04/15/1998 included oral poliovirus vaccine. There was no concomitant medications. On 11/07/01, the child developed a fever of 102 degrees F and on 11/08/01 developed chicken pox. It was reported that the child has 5 to 7 vesicles lesions. No other symptoms were reported. Medical attention was sought. The child subsequently recovered from the fever and chicken pox. No further information is expected.
Age: 7.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Irritability, Pharyngitis, Rash vesicular, Rhinitis
Clinical narrative: Initial and follow up information has been received from a  health professional concerning a 7 year old health female with seasonal allergies who 03/14/96 was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live. there was no concomitant medication and no history of adverse reactions to prior vaccinations. On 11/08/01, the pt presented with chicken pox and cold symptoms (rhinitis) it was reported that the pt had less than 12 pox and was not febrile the child's mother stated that the child was cranky over the past few days. Medical attention was sought. At the time of this report, the outcome of the events was unknown. No further information is available
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 18 month old male pt with a history of a lung tumor at birth who on approximately 05/09/01 was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live The physician reported that subsequently, the pt developed herpes zoster. The pt received medical attention for the experience. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician's assistant concerning a 55 year old female with a pcn allergy and a history of osteopenia and varicella as a child who on 10/29/2001 was vacicnated with a first dose of varicella vaccine in the right arm. The pt's VZV antibody titer was negative despite having varicella as a child. Concomitant therapy included aledronate sodium and atorvastatin calcium. There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On 11/05/2001 the pt developed posterior left thigh pain which the pt quantified as an 8. On 11/07/2001, the pain worsened and the pt developed a vesicular rash with an erythematous base i the dermatome. The vesicles crusted. On 11/07/2001, the pt was seen by her doctor followed by a dermatologist. A viral cultures of a vesicular lesion was VZV positive, and PCR analysis identified wild type varicella virus. The pt was diagnosed with herpes zoster. The pt was treated with Fanvir and an unspecified nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication. Subsequently, the pt recovered. No additional info is expected.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 40 year old male who on 10/23/2001 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella vaccine. On 11/12/2001 the pt was presented to the physician's office with chicken pox. The pt had 20-30 lesions. There were no other symptoms reported. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 2.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 28 month old male who on 10/29/2001 was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella vaccine in the right thigh. Concomitant therapy included hep A vaccine. Subsequently, 10 days later, the pt developed a widespread pox rash throughout the gluteal area with 100 lesions present. The pt was treated with Zovirax po. The physician reported that he has collected isolates for analysis for diagnosis of varicella va. VZVID. Additional info has been received from the physician. The physician reported that on 11/13/2001 the pt developed an acute localized vesicular rash on his right anterior thigh crease that was diagnosed as shingles. In November a viral culture of a vesicle was negative for varicella. The physician reported that the pt recovered. No additional info is expected.
Sex: U
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a state health department concerning a pt who was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live. It was reported that a physician diagnosed a single case of chicken pox post vaccination with varicella virus vaccine live. No additional information is expected.
Age: 6.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 6 year old male with a history of eczema. The pt was never on steroids in the past for his eczema. The pt had an exposure to chicken pox in approximately 1999 and according to a physician developed "what sounded like a very typical case of chicken pox." On 09/14/2000, the pt was vaccinated with one dose of varicella vaccine in the right arm. There was no concomitant medication. On 11/11/2001, in the morning, the pt developed redness in his left cheek, which progressed to vesicles by the end of the day. The child contined to develop clear fluid vesicles on the left side of his face, left ear, down the left side of his neck and upper left back. There were some scabs and erythematous papules on his left back. He also had some facial swelling and discomfort. It was noted that the pt had pain and itching. He had a fever of 100.8. The physician reported that the lesions are all on the pt's left side. The physician did not know if this was herpes zoster or a "primary herpes infection." The pt had no recent exposure to chicken pox or herpes zoster. It was noted that other than the past medical hsitroy of eczema and natural chicken pox, the pt was a normal healthy child with no immunosupression. It was noted that the pt had many caretakers and was inadvertently administered the varicella vaccine despite having had chicken pox. On 11/15/2001, a specimen was collected from a vesicle and scab and sent for PCR analysis. The result of the specimen was: PCR identified the presence of VZV; however, it is not able to be typed. The pt fully recovered after treatment with acyclovir. No further info is available.
Age: 8.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a licensed practical nurse concerning an 8 year old male with no known drug allergies and a history of "normal childhood illnesses" who on 11/22/1996 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella vaccine SC. There were no concomitant medications. After exposure to another child with chicken pox, the pt developed a case of typical chicken pox lesions on trunk and extremities estimated to be 100-200 lesions. The physician documented questionable vaccine failure. The pt was instructed to continue symptomatic treatment. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 1.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site induration, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 14 month old female female with no known drug allergies who on 11/07/2001 in the AM was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella vaccine in the right thigh. Concomitant therapy included the first dose of MMR vaccine in the left thigh and the third dose of Prevnar in the right thigh. There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On 11/07/2001, the pt developed swelling at the injection site, described as being "about the size of an almond, about 2 inches in length within five minutes of the injection." Follow-up info described the reaction as "redness and warm to touch with firm induration size of a quarter" at injection site. The pt was given a half teaspoon of Benadryl and was observed for twenty minutes. The redness appeared gone, however itchiness adna "firm lump" remained. It was also noted that on 10/24/2001, the pt received the fourth dose of HibTITER in the left thigh. It was reported that the pt did not experience any adverse events following previous vaccinations. It was also reported that another one year old female had a similar reaction. No further info is expected.
Age: 1.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 14 month old female female with no known drug allergies who on 11/07/2001 in the AM was vaccinated with the first dose of varicella vaccine in the right thigh. Concomitant therapy included the first dose of MMR vaccine in the left thigh and the third dose of Prevnar in the right thigh. There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On 11/07/2001, the pt developed swelling at the injection site, described as being "about the size of an almond, about 2 inches in length within five minutes of the injection." Follow-up info described the reaction as "redness and warm to touch with firm induration size of a quarter" at injection site. The pt was given a half teaspoon of Benadryl and was observed for twenty minutes. The redness appeared gone, however itchiness adna "firm lump" remained. It was also noted that on 10/24/2001, the pt received the fourth dose of HibTITER in the left thigh. It was reported that the pt did not experience any adverse events following previous vaccinations. It was also reported that another one year old female had a similar reaction. No further info is expected.
Age: 3.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Herpes zoster, Pruritus, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 3 year old normal health female w/out any immunosuppressions who on 07/07/99 was vaccinated w/varicella virus vaccine live. the child did not have a known post-vaccination rash or exposure to chicken pox before vaccination. On 11/12/01, the pt developed zosters. it was reported that the child developed  an itchy rash on her left arm which spread in clusters along l C5-C6 on the left inner left arm, left neck, left back and left palm. Vesicles also appeared at left C3. Most of the breakout was on the left side and did not cross the mid-line. The child had minus crusting.  The child also developed a fever (temperature measurement not provided). Medical attention was sought. At the time of this report, the outcome of the event was unknown. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash erythematous, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 16 year old female with no past medical and NKDA who on 10/31/01 was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live (site unknown) SC. There was no concomitant medication. It was reported that "two weeks later" the pt developed a red rash, "dots appearance", over the entire body. It was noted that no vesicles were present. There was no specific treatment, comfort measures only. Follow-up described the event as a varicella-form eruption", which the reporting physician stated as "not a big deal"  and did not considered the experience an adverse reaction.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 23 year old female who in 1999 was vaccinated with two doses of varicella vaccine. Subsequently, the pt failed to seroconvert. The pt did not seek medical attention. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 4.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Infection, Laboratory test abnormal, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 11/20/2001 from a physician concerning an 8 year old male who "over a year ago" was vaccinated with a dose of varicella vaccine. It was reported that the pt "breaks out in a chicken pox type rash about every 6 months." After the second break out, antibody tests showed that the pt was IgG positive and IgM negative. Six months later, the pt "breaks out a third time." The pt was given another antibody test and was found to be IgG positive; however, the IgM results were "not back yet." The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Follow-up info from a woman in a physician's office and a physician noted that the four year old male was vaccinated on 06/10/1997 with one dose of varicella vaccine. There was no illness at the time of vacciantion. In November 1997, the pt developed a vesicular rash. Since, November 1997, the pt has had intermittent breakouts of this vesicular rash which occurred in September 1999 approximately 05/14/2001 and approximately 11/14/2001. On 11/14/2001, a skin biopsy revealed :there is ulceration accompanied by cells whose nuclei are steel gray with margination of nucleoplasm and multicucleate epithelial cells. The diagnosis from the skin biopsy was herpes virus infection. VZV AB IGG and IGM tests done on 05/14/2001 were 1.74 ISR and 0.12 ISR, respectively. VZV AB IGG and IGM tests done on 11/17/2001 were 6.11 ISR and 4.38 ISR, respectively. It was noted that the pt recovered three days later. No further info is expected.
Age: 0.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 11/20/2001 from a physician ocncerning a 12 month old female who "two months ago" was vaccinated with a dose of varicella vaccine. On 09/13/2001, the child developed a papular rash from the left shoulder to elbow and from hip to left knee. It was reported that there was no improvement with the use of calamine lotion and Benadryl. On 01/04/2002, the reporter indicated that she did not know who the pt was. No further info is expected.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 11/15/01 from a registered nurse concerning a 12 month old female who was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (site unknown). Subsequently, the pt developed swelling at the injection site, described as being "about 3 - 3.5 inches in diameter". the pt sought unspecified medical attention. It was also reported that another 1 year old female had a similar reaction (WAES01112379). Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning an adolescent female who on 11/15/2001 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella vaccine. On 11/20/2001, the pt developed a vesicular rash over her entire body. There were no other symptoms reported. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. No further info is expected.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection, Pyrexia, Rash pruritic
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 5 year old male who on 08/13/1997 was vaccinated with varicella vaccine. Subsequently the pt experienced an itchy rash at the groin area and developed a low grade fever. On approximately 11/14/2001, the pt was diagnosed with strep throat. The nurse reported that there was a chicken pox break out in the school. The registered nurse also reported that another child developed a rash after therapy with varicella vaccine was administered. Additional info has been requested.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning an older female (approximately 50 years old) refugee who in order to obtain a Green Card was vaccinated with varicella virus vaccine live (date of immunization nor provided). The pt had no history of chickenpox. The following day, the patient developed herpes zosters on her face, including her eyes. It was reported that the pt had "quite a case" of herpes. Medical attention was sought. The pt subsequently recovered from the event. No further information is expected.