chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 15.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, TD, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash macular, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Post vax the pt developed diffuse rash, itching, swelling of the eyes, mild wheezing. Temp - 97.9, BP - 120/74, RR - 24, O2 sat - 95%. Pt experienced periorbital edema, macular rash, erythematous, pruritic papules. Treated with Benadryl, Solumedrol, saline.
Age: 10.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a fiery red injection site with redness around the outside of site. Edema extends down to the middle of arm, hard in the middle like a mosquito bit.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site mass, Injection site rash, Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a 4 x 4 cm area that was indurated and erythematous. Non tender, itchy hives on right upper thigh. No purulent drainage. Symptoms started a few hours post vax.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: 3 Weeks post vax, the pt developed varicella-like rash.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, IPV, MER
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced left upper arm swelling, puffiness and edematous up to the elbow. A fever of 99.0. Treated with ibuprofen and cold compresses.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a local reaction at site of injection, with a 2 cm area of erythema, warmth on right thigh. Mother advised to use ice on area with diphenhydramine.
Age: 73.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anorexia, Cough, Influenza like illness, Pain, Pharyngolaryngeal pain
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced hives on 10/29/99 with a sore throat, body aches, flu symptoms, high fever, loss of appetite, cough, lost 10 lbs due to illness, was ill for 2 months.
Age: 73.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Urticaria, Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced hives on 10/29/99 with a sore throat, body aches, flu symptoms, high fever, loss of appetite, cough, lost 10 lbs due to illness, was ill for 2 months.
Age: 1.7
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Gait disturbance, Injection site erythema, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt received vax around 11:30 AM, around 6:30 PM, the mom noticed that he couldn't walk normally, leg was swollen with erythema from site of injection to knee. Mom called MD and gave child Tylenol. MD said it wasn't necessary to be seen by MD, but to notify the health department. 2 days later the pt ate, and felt ok (according to mother). on 3/13/00, the pt continues to have slightly edematous leg and knee.
Age: 5.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR, OPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed chicken pox.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed chicken pox.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed chicken pox.
Age: 0.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Agitation, Crying, Diarrhoea, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: The pt developed a fever of 99-100 the day of vaccine. Pt had a high-pitched wailing 24-48 hours post vaccine and was unconsolable, fussy, diarrhea, red swollen leg at site of vaccine. Tylenol given. 48 - 72 hours pt had less wailing, some diarrhea and leg was getting less red.
Age: 0.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Screaming
Clinical narrative: The pt developed a fever of 99-100 the day of vaccine. Pt had a high-pitched wailing 24-48 hours post vaccine and was unconsolable, fussy, diarrhea, red swollen leg at site of vaccine. Tylenol given. 48 - 72 hours pt had less wailing, some diarrhea and leg was getting less red.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Broke out in vesicular rash 24 hours ago.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Anxiety, Hypoaesthesia, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Nausea, numbness over left hand, arm and leg, anxious. 36 hours, post vax, symptoms are gone. BP 142/80, P 92, R 20.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Local reaction of pain, tenderness, pruritus, erythema and swelling.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Immediately, post vax, she developed an urticarial rash on her legs. Benadryl was given.
Age: 1.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: She developed hives all over the leg where the Trihibit was given, within the first 24 hours of receiving he vaccine. The rash responded to Benadryl.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection
Clinical narrative: Clinical varicella with 8-10 vesicles on pink base, present on whole body. None at injection site.
Age: 3.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Approximately, 12-16 hours, post vax, child developed a fine generalized rash on upper trunk, anterior/posterior and upper arms with complaint of itching. Rash completely gone by 3 days. No other symptoms reported after 10 days.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Blindness
Clinical narrative: Blindness: A pharmacist reported that a pt received vax and subsequently developed blindness. No further information is available at the date of this report.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, RV
Symptoms: Intestinal obstruction
Clinical narrative: Intussusception 11/1999. Reduced by air enema.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Anaemia haemolytic autoimmune
Clinical narrative: Pt developed autoimmune hemolytic anemia, 10 days post vax.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Convulsion, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 3/10 One day post vax, patient experienced fever and convulsion. Was admitted to hospital and released 3/11. Child remained well until 3/14 when he experienced fever and convulsion. Was hospitalized again. Evening of 3/14, he experienced convulsion in hospital and remains hospitalized to date. Mother states that child had diarrhea and illness for about one month when her physician stated on 3/8 that he was well and could receive vax. Follow up information received 7/18/00 stating that during childs hospitalization, he was given generic Valium PRN for fever to prevent seizures. He also had an ear infection 06/2000, and was prescribed medication but has recovered.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, DTAP, HIBV, OPV
Symptoms: Aphasia, Apraxia, Autism, Balance disorder, Drooling
Clinical narrative: At 16 months of age the pt received MMR, within 12 days, the pt was noted to have excessive drooling, fever, loss of balance, loss of speech, autistic behaviors, most have subsided but left with mild neuro deficit and a severe oral apraxia, and speech disorder.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, DTAP, HIBV, OPV
Symptoms: Nervous system disorder, Pyrexia, Speech disorder
Clinical narrative: At 16 months of age the pt received MMR, within 12 days, the pt was noted to have excessive drooling, fever, loss of balance, loss of speech, autistic behaviors, most have subsided but left with mild neuro deficit and a severe oral apraxia, and speech disorder.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, DTAP, HIBV, OPV
Symptoms: Aphasia, Autism, Balance disorder, Drooling, Irritability
Clinical narrative: At 16 months of age the pt received MMR, within 12 days, the pt was noted to have excessive drooling, fever, loss of balance, loss of speech, autistic behaviors, most have subsided but left with mild neuro deficit and a severe oral apraxia, and speech disorder.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, DTAP, HIBV, OPV
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Speech disorder
Clinical narrative: At 16 months of age the pt received MMR, within 12 days, the pt was noted to have excessive drooling, fever, loss of balance, loss of speech, autistic behaviors, most have subsided but left with mild neuro deficit and a severe oral apraxia, and speech disorder.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Balance disorder, Dizziness, Gait disturbance, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Pt developed staggering wide based gait, loss of balance, needs to hold on for support to walk, and dizziness.  Follow up on 09/07/04 states: "New onset tremor.  This is a follow up report with form completed date of 03/13/00."
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: YF
Symptoms: Tongue oedema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, pt called in reaction, swollen tongue, welts, and was referred to ER.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Cough, Diarrhoea, Laboratory test abnormal, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: Posterior auricular and post neck cervical lymph adenopathy, mild sore throat, low grade fever, abdominal cramps, yellow diarrhea, mild cough, tender spleen, no rash. Still recovering as of 3/22/2000.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia, Spleen disorder
Clinical narrative: Posterior auricular and post neck cervical lymph adenopathy, mild sore throat, low grade fever, abdominal cramps, yellow diarrhea, mild cough, tender spleen, no rash. Still recovering as of 3/22/2000.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Condition aggravated, Eczema, Pain
Clinical narrative: Day following the shot, joint pain in right knee and left shoulder. Symptoms still present but pain has decreased. Eczema aggravated at beginning of series.
Age: 47.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Osteoarthritis, Pain, Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: Autoimmune syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, pain in all joints, treatment includes prednisone, Vioxx, Darvocet.
Age: 47.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Immune system disorder, Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: Autoimmune syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, pain in all joints, treatment includes prednisone, Vioxx, Darvocet.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Apnoea
Clinical narrative: Accidental suffocation 24 hours post vax.
Age: 0.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Cardiac arrest, Sudden infant death syndrome
Clinical narrative: Pt received vaccination 2 days prior to arrival at ER in full cardiac arrest. Autopsy shows cause of death as sudden infant death syndrome
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Abasia, Diplopia, Hypokinesia, Nervous system disorder
Clinical narrative: Neurologic disorder. Daughter reported that 4-7 days post vax, her mother developed severe neurologic side effects. She reportedly experienced double vision, cannot move head, neck or shoulders, cannot lay down, sit up, walk or drive a car. She has been hospitalized and to the emergency room several times.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Anaemia, Anorexia, Blood albumin decreased, Dehydration, Enzyme abnormality
Clinical narrative: Possible viral infection, possible drug reaction, erythema multiforme. January, 2000 pt developed some posterior cervical adenopathy that was painless. One lymph node from back of neck was subsequently and showed reactive hyperplasia. 01/25 lymphadenopathy reported became widespread and painful. She experienced anorexia, and developed rash on trunk and arms, a fever of 102. 01/29 pt admitted to hospital due to dehydration, continued fevers, generalized severe painful  lymphadenopathy, mildly enlarged and tender liver and spleen, elevated liver enzymes, decreased albumin, and macular rash - confluent over 80% of body, face and feet. Skin biopsy revealed erythema multiforme. Also mild thrombocytopenia. Husband noted that she was improving. She completely recovery around 02/15. Discharge diagnosis was rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly of unknown etiology, possibly viral infection although drug reaction is possible. During hospital stay, pt received fluids and medications for pain and itching.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Erythema multiforme, Hepatomegaly, Hepatosplenomegaly, Hyperplasia, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: Possible viral infection, possible drug reaction, erythema multiforme. January, 2000 pt developed some posterior cervical adenopathy that was painless. One lymph node from back of neck was subsequently and showed reactive hyperplasia. 01/25 lymphadenopathy reported became widespread and painful. She experienced anorexia, and developed rash on trunk and arms, a fever of 102. 01/29 pt admitted to hospital due to dehydration, continued fevers, generalized severe painful  lymphadenopathy, mildly enlarged and tender liver and spleen, elevated liver enzymes, decreased albumin, and macular rash - confluent over 80% of body, face and feet. Skin biopsy revealed erythema multiforme. Also mild thrombocytopenia. Husband noted that she was improving. She completely recovery around 02/15. Discharge diagnosis was rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly of unknown etiology, possibly viral infection although drug reaction is possible. During hospital stay, pt received fluids and medications for pain and itching.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia, Rash, Rash macular, Red blood cell sedimentation rate increased
Clinical narrative: Possible viral infection, possible drug reaction, erythema multiforme. January, 2000 pt developed some posterior cervical adenopathy that was painless. One lymph node from back of neck was subsequently and showed reactive hyperplasia. 01/25 lymphadenopathy reported became widespread and painful. She experienced anorexia, and developed rash on trunk and arms, a fever of 102. 01/29 pt admitted to hospital due to dehydration, continued fevers, generalized severe painful  lymphadenopathy, mildly enlarged and tender liver and spleen, elevated liver enzymes, decreased albumin, and macular rash - confluent over 80% of body, face and feet. Skin biopsy revealed erythema multiforme. Also mild thrombocytopenia. Husband noted that she was improving. She completely recovery around 02/15. Discharge diagnosis was rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly of unknown etiology, possibly viral infection although drug reaction is possible. During hospital stay, pt received fluids and medications for pain and itching.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Splenomegaly, Thrombocytopenia, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Possible viral infection, possible drug reaction, erythema multiforme. January, 2000 pt developed some posterior cervical adenopathy that was painless. One lymph node from back of neck was subsequently and showed reactive hyperplasia. 01/25 lymphadenopathy reported became widespread and painful. She experienced anorexia, and developed rash on trunk and arms, a fever of 102. 01/29 pt admitted to hospital due to dehydration, continued fevers, generalized severe painful  lymphadenopathy, mildly enlarged and tender liver and spleen, elevated liver enzymes, decreased albumin, and macular rash - confluent over 80% of body, face and feet. Skin biopsy revealed erythema multiforme. Also mild thrombocytopenia. Husband noted that she was improving. She completely recovery around 02/15. Discharge diagnosis was rash, fever, lymphadenopathy, and hepatosplenomegaly of unknown etiology, possibly viral infection although drug reaction is possible. During hospital stay, pt received fluids and medications for pain and itching.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD, VARCEL
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Pt received vaccines on 2/14/00, and experienced a generalized seizure on 2/25/00. Pt's mother states "shots caused the seizure".
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Respiratory rate increased, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced 3 episodes of difficulty breathing, shaking and rapid respirations. No color change or loss of consciousness or high fever. Pt was hospitalized and was in no apparent distress.60 day follow-up dated 7/10/00 provided no additional data.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Pain
Clinical narrative: Pt's lungs hurt bad, hurt to breath, and then couldn't breath 2 hours post vax. Pt was taken to ER and admitted to hospital. Put tube in throat so she could breath then gave her a shot to reduce swelling. Took tube out 15 minutes after shot was given.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB
Symptoms: Dyskinesia, Feeling jittery, Pyrexia, Subcutaneous nodule, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Jitters, fever, vomit, jerking of left leg and big lumps in left leg.
Age: 17.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Fall, Pallor
Clinical narrative: Five minutes post vax, pt experience paleness, dizziness, light headedness. Helped to the floor - laid down. Rested for 10-15 minutes with cool cloth on forehead. Assisted to chair and car. At home pt became dizzy and fell down. At emergency room, she was given Epinephrine with an additional shot. Also complained of difficulty breathing.
Age: 54.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Atrial fibrillation, Influenza, Syncope
Clinical narrative: Pt developed flu-like illness, syncopal episode, presented to ER in atrial fibrillation during PM of day after receiving shot. Hospitalized, given IV fluids and consultation by cardiologist.
Age: 15.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Wheezing started shortly after vax. She developed increasing shortness of breath.
Age: 8.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV
Symptoms: Abnormal behaviour, Aggression, Autism
Clinical narrative: Within past month, mother has observed rapid acceleration and violent behavior at school. Prior to that, he had done fairly well for 2 months. The patient is on no medications. He has been tackling other children at school and reportedly told his mother "fighting is exciting." He has had progressively lowering threshold for attacking other children. His mother had picked him up from school on a Wednesday, kept him out the following day. When he returned to school, his mother again had to pick him up only after an hour. His mother noted development of increasing violent behavior after his polio vax.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Antinuclear antibody, Arthralgia, Fatigue, Liver function test abnormal, Memory impairment
Clinical narrative: Skin rashes, joint pain, muscle aches and pain, fatigue, vision problems, memory problems. Time course: October 1998 to present. Treatment: Prescription medications. Currently, under doctor's care. Treatment is still going on. Follow-up information recieved 07/20/00, indicates that pt's events are ongoing and unresolve. These include severe joint/leg pain, muscle aches, skin rashes, fatigue, short term memory loss, and vision problems. Has received dx of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy syndrome from a pain management specialist.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Myalgia, Rash, Visual disturbance, White blood cell count increased
Clinical narrative: Skin rashes, joint pain, muscle aches and pain, fatigue, vision problems, memory problems. Time course: October 1998 to present. Treatment: Prescription medications. Currently, under doctor's care. Treatment is still going on. Follow-up information recieved 07/20/00, indicates that pt's events are ongoing and unresolve. These include severe joint/leg pain, muscle aches, skin rashes, fatigue, short term memory loss, and vision problems. Has received dx of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy syndrome from a pain management specialist.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Eye pain, Fatigue, Injection site oedema, Lacrimation increased, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Swelling around area of shot (in buttocks), deep aching in right hip side of buttocks and upper leg, some nausea and tiredness. 60 day follow-up dated 9/21/00 states that the pt has continuing rashes, burning itching skin, burning watery eyes, various aches in body, fatigue and tiredness. Symptoms aren't constant but seem to run in cycles.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Pain, Rash, Skin burning sensation
Clinical narrative: Swelling around area of shot (in buttocks), deep aching in right hip side of buttocks and upper leg, some nausea and tiredness. 60 day follow-up dated 9/21/00 states that the pt has continuing rashes, burning itching skin, burning watery eyes, various aches in body, fatigue and tiredness. Symptoms aren't constant but seem to run in cycles.
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: Pt received the anthrax vaccine during deployment, pt developed Rheumatoid Arthritis 5 years later. No family history of RA. Paternal grandmother had history of Multiple Sclerosis. States perhaps a predisposition to autoimmune disorders.60 day follow-up dated 7/21/00 provided no additional data. Per annual report-  Diagnosed with RA in 1998, onset of symptoms beginning 1996.  RA (rheumatoid arthritis) not yet in remission &/or "cured" -in maintenance only-joints in hands and feet bilateral involved, systemic affects also. Per annual report additional comments- no family history of such disease, increased incidence of RA and other autoimmune disorder noted in Gulf War veterans by medical experts but largely unrecognized by US gov't (served in Bahreem-1991).
Age: 64.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthropathy, Joint swelling, Rheumatoid arthritis, Synovitis
Clinical narrative: Severe polyarticular inflammatory arthropathy with active synovitis in hands and knees following second Lymerix dose. No improvement despite over 6 months of triple remittive drug therapy. Also, joints were noticably swollen- legs, ankles and wrists. Pt. has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.
Age: 39.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced aching in joints, chronic tiredness
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, HEP
Symptoms: Erythema, Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Child received 1st Hep-B shot on 2/2/2000. On 2/4/2000, the child complained of 3 small hives on left back and shoulder with itchiness and redness. No diarrhea. Mom went to PMD (surgeon) for something else and be examined the hives, but could not determine if they were related to vaccine.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Infection
Clinical narrative: Herpes zoster in left thigh. No treatment.
Age: 1.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site mass, Rash, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the child began having a rash. Rash was described as being erythemic and slightly raised. Rash was on abdomen, trunk, and lower extremities. Child has not had any signs of itching, fever, shortness of breath or other problems. Pt also ingesting antibiotics and may be allergic to medication. Parent also reports a small lump at one of the injection sites on left leg.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 2/10/00, the pt called to ask if there was any sulfa in the Flu vaccine. The pt received the vaccine on 01/19/00 within less than 24 hours, the pt developed sore throat. The symptoms worsened on the second day, sought medical intervention, pt was placed on antibiotics. Symptoms worse in 48 hours.  Pt saw a throat specialist and was diagnosed with allergies. Client has jut completed a course of Bactim prior to flu shot. Stayed on Bactrim again this week and developed hives. Sulfa allergy is suspected.
Age: 9.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: 02/11 pt developed rash - fine red non-raised, on legs, arm, back, trunk and faintly on face (off school 02/14 & 02/15). Rash reported to nurse on 02/14. Denies fever, sore throat, or difficulty breathing. Physician prescribed Pediatric Prednisone, decreasing dose. Returned to school 02/16 - lace like rash on trunk, back, arms and faintly on legs, and face. Pt reports possible fever 02/15.
Age: 9.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Headache, Nausea, Pyrexia, Somnolence, Vaccination complication
Clinical narrative: 02/09, Pt received 3 vax in series. That evening post vax, he developed chills, fever of 99.7. At 1:30 AM following morning, he awoke with severe headache and fever of 102.2. Temperature ranges from 99-101.2 that day and he felt nauseated and slept alot. 02/11, his temperature was still 101. Physician examined him 02/10 and did not see cause of illness. Informed his mother that it was possibly related to the vax.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, child developed classic urticarial rash over arms, legs - no itching. Rash was fading by the next day.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Pt expereinced a pustular pox-like rash on right arm and right cheek area.
Age: 9.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt contracted varicella which lasted an average time with no complications.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed varicella which lasted an average time frame with no complications.
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt developed whelts and rash approximately 8:00 PM on day of vax. Broke out head to foot by the next day. Somewhat itchy. No fever or breathing difficulties. Was seen by family MD and given Atarax. Rash is resolving. MD didn't feel like it was due to the injection, but nothing else had been performed recently except on 1/2/00, the pt was given adult Nyquil, had been receiving children's Nyquil prior.
Age: 9.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Agitation, Crying, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Approximately 10 minutes post vax, the pt complained of pain in left arm at injection site extending to the top of shoulders. Child was seen at the dentist immediately following injection. 45 minutes after returning home the child began crying due to pain at injection site. Child cried and wailed for  1 hour. Arm looked "normal" to parent with no redness or edema.
Age: 85.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, TTOX
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a red, itchy area on left upper arm approximately the size of a 5 x 6 cm erythematous hot non tender area. No fluctuance, no streaks. MD prescribed erythromycin and Benadryl. Phone call to pt reports not taking prescription. Site healed.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Asthenia, Dizziness, Lymphadenopathy, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: On 2/10 pt complained of dizziness, weakness, swollen glands. Treated with Zithromax and duratuss per pt report. On 2/11, the pt complained of rash on abdomen, chest and neck and a fever of 99.8. On 2/14 the pt is feeling better, requested a release of medical records for report.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Asthenia, Dizziness, Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a local rash at site of injection. Lightheadedness and weakness about 20 minutes post vax. No shortness of breath or other problems. Pt's mom was at the school volunteering and she transported child to the pediatrician. MD gave Benadryl by mouth, assesses and released to mom's care or back to school. Physicians order states no more Hep B vaccines to be given.
Age: 24.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Chills, Dizziness, Hyperhidrosis, Tremor
Clinical narrative: The pt called the clinic at 4:00 PM on 1/6/00 to report that he experienced sweating, shaking, chills and dizziness at 3:45 PM. The pt denied having breathing problems, nausea and hives or rash. He was advised to have someone take him to an ER or Physician for evaluation of symptoms. He was alone at his employment site when symptoms started. When he called don 1/7/00 he reported that he didn't go to any medical facility for evaluation and the symptoms were gone.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced a small raised red rash on legs the following afternoon of vax. This progressed to a large raised red rash on legs on 2/26/00 and rash on arms 2/26/00. No rash noted on abdomen or back.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt has urticaria like skin rashes all over the surface of the body since 3 hours post vax. The rash comes and goes, which was relieved by Benadryl and Zantac temporarily. No respiratory difficulty.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DT, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pt's mom noticed redness and rash on left upper thigh. The following morning she noticed swelling. Left thigh was 1 " larger than right thigh. Pt was seen by a CRNP and was instructed to use ice/cold compresses to right thigh, Benadryl and to monitor the child's temp and behavior. Go to ER with any problems.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Swelling of left thigh.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Pt received DTAP, IPV and MMR on 3/15/2000. Grandmother called on 3/16/2000 to report that child was experiencing fever (unknown how high), diarrhea 3 times today, vomited twice and had dry heaves, chills and abdominal pain. Grandmother was treating child with Tylenol and Advil.
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Developed chicken pox -03/09/00 after receiving vaccine 07/98
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Blood pressure increased, Feeling cold, Hot flush, Nausea, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Pt received Hep-B and PPD and went to bathroom. Pt was in bathroom complaining of feeling sick, hot, nausea and shaking. BP once she was laying down was 120/80, HR 72, Resp 24. Then 5 minutes later, HR 2, resp 12 and BP 120/80. No shaking, nausea or feeling hot. Pt wanted to sit up. BP sitting up was 160/100. Pt layed back down and starting shaking again and complained of being cold. BP laying down was 120/80. Talked to pt's MD and he requested 10 mg Benadryl be given IM. Pt was given the Benadryl and sent by family to MD's office.
Age: 1.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Red spot on 3/10 at injection site. Edema and redness began on 3/11.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Headache, Lymphadenopathy, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt has complaints of sore throat, he has swelling and erythema in his left arm in addition to warmth to the touch, after he received an Anthrax immunization. He has complained of flu-like symptoms of malaise, fatigue, in general achiness. He has positive lymph nodes bilaterally in the anterior cervical chain, but he's otherwise in NAD and is not in any respiratory distress at this time. Dx of generalized anxiety disorder and contact dermatitis.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Subcutaneous nodule
Clinical narrative: Pt has complaints of sore throat, he has swelling and erythema in his left arm in addition to warmth to the touch, after he received an Anthrax immunization. He has complained of flu-like symptoms of malaise, fatigue, in general achiness. He has positive lymph nodes bilaterally in the anterior cervical chain, but he's otherwise in NAD and is not in any respiratory distress at this time. Dx of generalized anxiety disorder and contact dermatitis.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Anxiety, Feeling hot, Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Pt has complaints of sore throat, he has swelling and erythema in his left arm in addition to warmth to the touch, after he received an Anthrax immunization. He has complained of flu-like symptoms of malaise, fatigue, in general achiness. He has positive lymph nodes bilaterally in the anterior cervical chain, but he's otherwise in NAD and is not in any respiratory distress at this time. Dx of generalized anxiety disorder and contact dermatitis.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Lymphadenopathy, Malaise, Pain, Pharyngolaryngeal pain
Clinical narrative: Pt has complaints of sore throat, he has swelling and erythema in his left arm in addition to warmth to the touch, after he received an Anthrax immunization. He has complained of flu-like symptoms of malaise, fatigue, in general achiness. He has positive lymph nodes bilaterally in the anterior cervical chain, but he's otherwise in NAD and is not in any respiratory distress at this time. Dx of generalized anxiety disorder and contact dermatitis.
Age: 1.49
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR
Symptoms: Aphasia, Autism, Gastrointestinal disorder, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning a 7-year son who was vaccinated on 7/21/95, at 30 months of age, with one dose of MMR. He also received Tetanus toxoid adsorbed, Purogenated in 1994 at approximately 18 months of age. Subsequently the pt developed a fever of approximately 105 degrees F, autism and lost his speech abilities. The pt also developed gastrointestinal problems. The pt was reported to be doing much better now. The pt did not receive additional boosters of the MMR vaccine. The pt's autism was determined to be an "other medical event: Additional information has been requested.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Coordination abnormal, Eye disorder, Myoclonus, Nervous system disorder
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a doctor of pharmacy concerning a 5 year old male pt who in December of 1997 was vaccinated with MMR and Varicella vaccines. In January of 1998, the pt was dx with CNS complications including ataxia, myoclonus, opsoclonus.
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Grand mal convulsion
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning her 31-year-old son with allergy to oysters and psoriasis vulgaris who was vaccinated (following the regular dosing regimen) with MMR vaccine. In 1979 at age 11, the pt developed grand mal seizures and was placed on therapy with phenytoin (Dilantin). The dosage was then increased until the pt became toxic. The reporter noted that the pt is currently under the care of a neurosurgeon who is regulating the dosage. The pt's experiences is considered an "other medical event." Additional information has been requested. FU information received from a physician indicated that he has "no information which would indicate the seizure disorder has anything to do with MMR immunization."
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Diplopia, Headache, Liver function test abnormal, Vasculitis
Clinical narrative: Pt dx with systemic vasculitis, unknown etiology. pt had headaches, double vision, vomiting and abdominal pain. FU indicates most symptoms are resolving (according to mother). Child continues to complain of pains in back, chest, and abdomen. He is under care of psychologist who is helping him deal with illness, symptoms, and affect on lifestyle (missed a month in school). He is to have FU MRT in June 2000 then FU with neurologist. Was hospitalized twice.
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Pt dx with systemic vasculitis, unknown etiology. pt had headaches, double vision, vomiting and abdominal pain. FU indicates most symptoms are resolving (according to mother). Child continues to complain of pains in back, chest, and abdomen. He is under care of psychologist who is helping him deal with illness, symptoms, and affect on lifestyle (missed a month in school). He is to have FU MRT in June 2000 then FU with neurologist. Was hospitalized twice.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Facial palsy, Hypoaesthesia
Clinical narrative: Left side of face drawn upward, numbness of face, unable to close right eye. Dx - Bell's Palsy. Treated with steroids. Unknown at this time if permanent disability will result.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Halo vision, Vision blurred, Visual acuity reduced
Clinical narrative: Eyesight was excellent with a slight degradation in ability to focus which I will concede was probably related to age. Started noticing a mark change in vision after 3rd vax in series. Then again after the 4th. I can read the letters but for a lack of a better description, they seem blurred with a dark halo around them. Doctor stated that she is experiencing a decrease in near vision coincidentally occurring while receiving Anthrax.
Age: 19.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, FLUX, JEV
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Large local reaction with paresthesia requiring Benadryl.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Nausea, Pain
Clinical narrative: Fever, chills, nausea, body aches (like flu), lasting 3 days. Swelling and soreness at injection site, lasted until next injection/2 weeks.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever, chills, nausea, body aches (like flu), lasting 3 days. Swelling and soreness at injection site, lasted until next injection/2 weeks.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Nausea, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt developed fever, chills, nausea, body aches, swelling at injection site, and soreness at injection site which lasted 3 days.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Fatigue, Headache, Nausea, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 10-12 hours post vax, the pt developed fevers, nausea, body aches, headaches, and fatigue.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Oedema peripheral
Clinical narrative: Swelling in back of left arm from mid tricep down to elbow.
Age: 39.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt complained of numbness and loss of sensation in left hand for 3 days.
Age: 45.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Fatigue, Influenza like illness, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Pt relates flu-like symptoms with stiffness for 2 days that resolved except for tiredness. Tiredness and stiffness increased after 3rd shot. Pt stated he is sleepy all the time.
Age: 39.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Dizziness, Headache, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: Headaches (almost continuous). Joint stiffness and soreness with some dizziness.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: Pain in both shoulders and across the center of his back.
Age: 20.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced abdominal pain, fever to 102.2, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Age: 20.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced abdominal pain, fever to 102.2, headache, diarrhea, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt developed a generalized pruritic rash. Treated with Benadryl and prednisone. Rash resolved by 9/3/99.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH, FLU3
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: 24 hours post vax, the pt developed hives/urticaria. Pt went to ER and was given Benadryl IM and sent home on oral Benadryl. Symptoms resolved completely in 2 days.
Age: 31.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Hypertension, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site pain, Vertigo
Clinical narrative: 24 hours post vax, the pt developed tenderness and erythema in left deltoid. He also developed vertigo symptoms and hypertension.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH, HEP
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral, Pain
Clinical narrative: 30 cm area on left forearm with erythema, swelling, and pain.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site oedema, Myalgia, Paraesthesia, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt developed swelling at injection site. Symptoms progressed to include itching, more swelling at injection site, peripheral paresthesias in injection arm, myalgias, headaches, tinnitus. No dyspnea or throat discomfort. No other rashes. Naprosyn initiated but unhelpful. Treated with prednisone and Allegra.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Tinnitus
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt developed swelling at injection site. Symptoms progressed to include itching, more swelling at injection site, peripheral paresthesias in injection arm, myalgias, headaches, tinnitus. No dyspnea or throat discomfort. No other rashes. Naprosyn initiated but unhelpful. Treated with prednisone and Allegra.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site warmth, Malaise
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced a 20 cm induration, erythema, warmth to elbow, and general malaise.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Cardiac disorder, Pain, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a rash, soreness and bad joint pain. Pt also experienced a heart reaction.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt received Anthrax vaccine #4. Three days post vax, the pt experienced redness and pruritus at the injection site with 3 cm induration and erythema.
Age: 31.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Asthenia, Hemiparesis, Paraesthesia, Rotator cuff syndrome, Subcutaneous nodule
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced subcutaneous nodule to the posterior right shoulder. Impingment of Rotator cuff, minor and paresthesias and weakness of ulnar and median nerve. Right side and weak grip.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a papular rash on right upper extremities and back, 1 day post Anthrax vaccine. Resolved with oral Benadryl, no sequelae.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Movement disorder, Swelling
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced joint pain, swelling and immobility starting in early 1/00. Joint involved are right more than left hand, (specifically MCP in the 4th digit), both feet and right elbow. Immobility with the right hand was such that she could not perform many of her activities of daily living. She had no relief from Motrin and then tried Naprosyn, (still no relief). Shw now has much improvement with prednisone.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH, MEN, TYP
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Hypoaesthesia, Joint stiffness, Menorrhagia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Starting approximately on 10/30/99, the pt developed menstrual bleeding which increased to 3-4 per week. In approximately early 12/99, bleeding became almost constant, with maybe 1 or 2 clear days per month. Intensity also increased from light bleeding to bleeding similar to my period. Bleeding was not related to intercourse. This continued until 3/6/00 when the bleeding stopped following my regular monthly period. In approximately 11/99, I noticed that in the mornings my knees were very stiff and sore. In 1/00, I increased my running and since then the problem has subsided. Also in early 12/99, the pt noticed that she had a small rash or dry looking skin patch. Starting in 1/00, the pt applied Bacitracin once a day, every day for a month. The area did not clear up and is actually still there. In late 10/99/early 11/99, I began to notice that my hands, arms, and feet were falling asleep when I laid down and when I slept. This occurred in any position, on both sides of body, typically once or twice per night and almost every night. One night, she woke up and the right side of her face was asleep. The numbness usually takes 1-5 minutes to subside. The pt saw a physician but all lab work was normal.
Age: 32.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced generalizes systemic cutaneous eruption after fifth vaccine in series.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Localized swelling approximately 4 x 6 " in diameter associated with a temperature of 102. Fever lasted approximately 6 hours, swelling for a week.
Age: 21.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral
Clinical narrative: Right arm had moderate edema, erythema extending from deltoid to elbow. Treated with Benadryl IM.
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral, Pain
Clinical narrative: Pt developed left arm pain and swelling, erythema extending from deltoid to elbow. Treated with Benadryl.
Age: 26.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt complains of pain, swelling, and pruritus at injection site extending to elbow.
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Left arm, pain and swelling. Exam: Left arm, moderate erythema, edema, rubor, extending from deltoid to elbow. Tx: Benadryl 50 mg IM.
Age: 35.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Malaise
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, the pt developed pain and swelling at injection site. He also experienced headache for 72 hours and generalized malaise.
Age: 55.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: Post vax, Pt developed a sore left arm. Symptoms resolved in one minute.
Age: 77.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Back pain
Clinical narrative: One week post vax, pt experienced lower back pain radiating to his knees which comes and goes. Symptoms resolved in 1-2 weeks.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Asthenia, Hyperhidrosis, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Two weeks post vax, pt experienced weakness, subnormal temperatures, sweating, scratchy throat, and tiredness. The pt was found to have a virus and was treated with antibiotics. Pt still experiences sweating.
Age: 30.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: In September, 1999, the pt received her first dose of Lymerix. The next day, she experienced flu-like symptoms and fever. No treatment was given. The most recent information, received on 9/25/99, reports that the condition of the pt is recovered.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: The next day, post vax, the pt experienced redness, warmth and induration at the injection site. Warm soaks were applied. The most recent information, received on 9/30/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 67.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Post vax, pt experienced itching at the injection site and rash. She was treated with hydrocortisone.
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Erythema marginatum, Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: One week post vax, the pt developed erythema chronicum migrans rash at the injection site. The rash was brownish in color, 3 cm, and centrally clear. The rash faded after one week.
Age: 35.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache, Influenza like illness, Malaise, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: A few days post vax, pt experienced flu-like symptoms consisting of myalgias, headache, and malaise. These adverse events resolved after a few days.
Age: 16.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Fracture, Pain
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a mother referring to her 16 year old son. The pt received second "arm" dose of Lymerix in mid-September, 1999. One week, post vax, the pt experienced lower leg pain (inner calf and shin area) which was considered to be probable stress fractures. Lymerix was discontinued. The results of the bone scan show a local area of increased uptake in the right mid-shaft tibia, consistent with a healing stress fracture and a more diffuse pattern in the left tibia, consistent with medial tibial stress syndrome of shin splints. Dx is probable healed stress fracture right mid-shaft tibia. Physician stated that he was not sure that Lymerix had anything to do with the shin splints or stress fracture. He thought that this was more coincidental than causative. The most recent information, received on 10/25/99, reports the condition of the pt is unknown.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Headache, Laboratory test abnormal, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Three hours post vax, the pt experienced intense joint pain, headache, fever, occasional nausea and weakness. She continued to have joint pain on and off. Fever and nausea resolved. She took aspirin for the pain.