chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Gastroenteritis, Injection site erythema, Injection site rash, Injection site warmth, Livedo reticularis
Clinical narrative: Fever on site of injection. Developed into Acute gastroenteritis. On day 2 had red rash at site of injection. Lasted 48 hrs. Mottled.
Age: 6.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt c/o swelling, warm to touch,and extreme pain radiating up and down L arm; fever, Pt was treated with pain medicine.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema multiforme
Clinical narrative: erythema multiforme - developed several hrs post vaccine. resolved 4 days later
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Laboratory test abnormal, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Within 2 hrs post vaccine had temp spike 103F, less than 24hrs repeat evaluation revealed R hip pain. NL CBC. ESR-17, CRProtein, Hip ultrasound negative sign of fluid.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL, PNC, VARCEL, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Urticarial rash post vaccine, IM Solumedrol, benadryl.
Age: 1.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion, Dyskinesia
Clinical narrative: Liam seemed fine after the shots - until morning. On the way to school he made strange jerking motions. I was then called 3 hrs later & told that he slept all morning, could not sit up, talk or walk. We went to the ER & they confirmed it was a seizure.
Age: 1.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, PNC
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Erythema, Feeling hot
Clinical narrative: Left leg erythematous, no induration, no fluctuance, slight warm, Probable cellulitis.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: Within 8 hrs of vaccine pt developed fever 103.5F, fever lasted 2 days, developed little rhinorrhea, was fussy, had somewhat puffy eyes - all by parent report. Not examined. Treated with antipyretic. Not examined.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, PNC
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Hypersensitivity, Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Leg (upper left) red & swollen at injection site - over 8x6cm area - induration, discoloration, warmth at injection site - type 4 hypersensitivity reaction.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, PNC
Symptoms: Skin discolouration
Clinical narrative: Leg (upper left) red & swollen at injection site - over 8x6cm area - induration, discoloration, warmth at injection site - type 4 hypersensitivity reaction.
Age: 3.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Pyrexia, Swelling face, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: 4 hour post vaccine pt developed fever 103.4F, bilateral swelling of lip, SOB and vomiting.
Age: 0.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Rash macular, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Child received vaccine on 3/23/01 and on 3/24/01 had red, blotchy rash at injection site: Hives which continued to spread hives systemically. No shortness of breath or stridor.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, PNC
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Redness extending 5cm from area of injection of Prevnar with slight swelling of right arm. Fever of less than 102F.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Knot on thigh of both legs the day after immunizations. No redness or edema. Used warm compresses.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Screaming
Clinical narrative: Uncontrollable screaming for 4 hours, post vax. Treated with Tylenol.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Febrile convulsion, Heart rate increased, Postictal state
Clinical narrative: At 17:46 in ER, post-ictal; temperature 102.6F; pulse 163. Dx'd with febrile seizure. Mother witnessed seizure driving child home from daycare at 17:30.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Rash erythematous, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Mom called approx. 6 hours, post vax, and stated pt awoke from sleep with reddened raised whelps starting on sides. Denied any SOB, choking sensation or trouble breathing. Pt started on Zyrtec. The next day, pt doing better with a rash.
Age: 38.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Asthenia, Dizziness, Hot flush, Nervous system disorder, Vertigo
Clinical narrative: Dizziness, vertigo, falling over from standing if eyes closed, hot flashes and early AM weakness. Onset a few weeks after initial Anthrax vaccination. Dizziness slowly resolved. Continued early morning weakness and hot flashes. Normal electrolytes, CBC, thyroid. Neurology consult on 11/17/98; Brain MRI.  Follow up:  Patient has not recovered from adverse event.  Patient experiences hot flashes, body temperature has low tolerance to heat.  Patient's current work duty status is full duty.  Patient has been evaluated by a physician or health care provider.  Patient did receive further shots since reported event, however no effects were taken place." The follow up received on 4/24/01 states hot flashes, body temperature has low tolerance to heat.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Hypokinesia, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: 1 or 2 days, post vax, had very bad muscle pain in left arm at shoulder radiating down to elbow and under arm, causing pain, tingling and numbness. Could not lift arm without using right arm for support. Pain has become less severe since February, but is still there. Took  much Advil and got cortisone shot in shoulder on 1/12/01, but did not help.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Cough, Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: Mother reports chickenpox, fever of 103F. Has 4 or 5 bumps and had chickenpox vaccine as a baby. She said he had a runny nose and an occasional cough x 2 days. Developed 2 little bumps and had chickenpox vaccine on 2/27/97. Had had fever with this. Exam shows child is alert and cheerful and talkative. He has nasal congestion with scant clear drainage. Has eczematous rash on arms and 2 small vesicular lesions, one on right arm and one on abdomen. Dx: viral illness, possible varicella and eczematous rash. Treat with Benadryl, HC cream and Tylenol. Return if not resolving or if problems.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Mother reports chickenpox, fever of 103F. Has 4 or 5 bumps and had chickenpox vaccine as a baby. She said he had a runny nose and an occasional cough x 2 days. Developed 2 little bumps and had chickenpox vaccine on 2/27/97. Had had fever with this. Exam shows child is alert and cheerful and talkative. He has nasal congestion with scant clear drainage. Has eczematous rash on arms and 2 small vesicular lesions, one on right arm and one on abdomen. Dx: viral illness, possible varicella and eczematous rash. Treat with Benadryl, HC cream and Tylenol. Return if not resolving or if problems.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Eczema, Infection, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Mother reports chickenpox, fever of 103F. Has 4 or 5 bumps and had chickenpox vaccine as a baby. She said he had a runny nose and an occasional cough x 2 days. Developed 2 little bumps and had chickenpox vaccine on 2/27/97. Had had fever with this. Exam shows child is alert and cheerful and talkative. He has nasal congestion with scant clear drainage. Has eczematous rash on arms and 2 small vesicular lesions, one on right arm and one on abdomen. Dx: viral illness, possible varicella and eczematous rash. Treat with Benadryl, HC cream and Tylenol. Return if not resolving or if problems.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: Pt developed red area approximately 2 cm diameter on right deltoid. Follow up information received indicates no further redness developed and the area is fading in color.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MEN, RAB, TYP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Pruritus, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a 1.5 to 2" diameter red, raised itchy area at injection site. Pt treated with Benadryl.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Anorexia, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, the pt was seen in the ER with a fever of 104 and lack of appetite. Pt developed no rash.
Sex: F
Vaccine: MEA
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: Pt received rubeola vaccine results showed no evidence of antibodies.
Age: 1.9
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt developed herpes zoster.  Follow up: cannot find information.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash morbilliform
Clinical narrative: One week post vax, the pt awakened with a rash that looked like measles. It started on the face and eventually affected her limbs and torso. Pt had a low grade fever of 100 - 102.5.  The symptoms lasted for two days.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a local systemic reaction to left arm.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a mild generalized rash and was seen in the ER. Treated with Benadryl for 4 days.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced an injection site reaction characterized by redness, heat and swelling to the size of a baseball. Pt advised to treat with heat/cold alternately and Motrin or Tylenol.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, pts arm was red, swollen and sore. Three days post vax, pt seen for PPD results and arm remains red swollen and sore - area approximately 50 mm diameter. Pt reports that previous TD was in 1997.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, TYP
Symptoms: Arthropathy, Muscle disorder
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced left sided muscle tightness in jaw and was unable to open mouth one day post vax, until massaged. Subsequent to massage, the pt could open mouth but was unable to close mouth completely.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Oedema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt developed hives approximately 20 minutes post vax, accompanied by swelling. Treated with Benadryl.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis, Drug ineffective, Infection, Otitis media, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to exposure at a group home, pt developed full blown varicella, with fever, associated right otitis media and early impetigo involving a few lesion right arm, all skin and mucosal surfaces involved. Pt also has otopic dermatitis, no recent topical steroids.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, VARCEL
Symptoms: Skin disorder
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to exposure at a group home, pt developed full blown varicella, with fever, associated right otitis media and early impetigo involving a few lesion right arm, all skin and mucosal surfaces involved. Pt also has otopic dermatitis, no recent topical steroids.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Post vaccine pt developed fever, aches, rash on chest, back, arms and hairline.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Rash, Vomiting projectile
Clinical narrative: 2 hrs post vaccine vomited forcefully, then developed rash that started on forehead and spread to abdomen, back, arms.
Age: 7.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, OPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Started breaking out on 3/27/01, spots on face, back, chest.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Mild induration erythema, 101F fever at injection site.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL, HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Anorexia, Dyskinesia, Fatigue, Heart rate increased, Hypotonia
Clinical narrative: High fever of 101F and was given Tylenol; shaking and jerking (from fever); no appetite; limp and fatigue and heart rate was high.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL, HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Tremor
Clinical narrative: High fever of 101F and was given Tylenol; shaking and jerking (from fever); no appetite; limp and fatigue and heart rate was high.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, VARCEL, HEP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dyskinesia, Flushing, Heart rate increased, Lethargy, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: High fever of 101F and was given Tylenol; shaking and jerking (from fever); no appetite; limp and fatigue and heart rate was high.
Age: 35.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Tendonitis, Vaccination complication
Clinical narrative: Persistent tendonitis supraspiratous tendon, 3 months after injection; not caused by needle but by TD.
Age: 1.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Approximately 3" erythematous and edematous area about 3/4" to 1" medial in length at injection site. Treated with applying ice 24 hours then moist heat X 2 hours and observe.
Age: 3.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: 20-30 erythematous lesions with central papule. Dad dx'd with varicella 10-14 days after child's breakout.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Irritability, Lymphadenopathy, Pyrexia, Rash morbilliform, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: On 12/29/00, mom reports 104F (R) temperature. Child cranky and with all over body rash. Pt seen by MD that day for illness. MD noted measles rash on cheeks, lower extremities and soles of feet. Rash blanches; bilateral inguinal nodes and anterior cervical adenopathy. CBC done which showed right shift consistent with viral illness.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Accident, Erythema, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced rash on chest and face/scalp on 2/27/01 and complained of itchiness and redness, especially on face and scalp. States this lasted about 2 weeks after onset of symptoms on 2/27/01. States she had another bout of facial rash on 3/17/01. (Pt also exposed to chemicals at work site on the same date of 2/26/01).
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site inflammation, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Client awoke on the day after vaccines given, 3/21/01, to find his left upper arm, outer aspect, to be inflammed and slightly tender distally to inflammed site. Client assessed at health dept by PHN on 3/22/01 at 10:00. Left upper outer arm noted to have a warm erythematous site measuring 8cm noted. Recommend warm and moist packs alternated with cold packs every 1/2 hour, 4 X a day until improved. OK to use topical hydrocortisone 1% cream. Child's mother was instructed to call PMD if worse or not improving.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Nausea, Neck pain, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On 3/27/01, complained of "flu-like" symptoms; nausea, low-grade fever, neck, shoulder and arm pain.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Vaccine on 2/13/01 (varivax). Hives began on 2/21/01 AM. Prelone was initiated on 2/23/01. D/t large response with arthralgias at this pt. Resolving quickly (skin and joints).
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: 3/26/01; Rash on abdomen and spreading to extremities.
Age: 1.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Cellulitis
Clinical narrative: Dx'd with cellulitis by MD and treated with Keflex.
Age: 35.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: After receiving TD injection, while at home, pt developed a rash (localized) itching and pain at the site of injection. Developed cellulitis at site. TD given on 2/20/01. Dx'd with cellulitis on 2/26/01. Treated with Augmentin 875mg X bid X 9 days. Symptoms lasted 7 days, per pt.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Platelet count decreased, Rash
Clinical narrative: 03/27/2001 had red dots on lips and back; on 3/17/01 and 3/18/01 had diarrhea.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Mild case (<50 lesions) of papulo-vesicular rash after exposure to sibling (or he and sibling may have been exposed to the same index case).
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: Lack of seroconversion-negative titer on 2/16/01. Had Recombivax HB lot 0079J on 5/7/99 and on 6/10/99.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: Lack of seroconversion-negative Titer on 2/16/01; repeated on 3/23/01 (different lab)-<2.0. Had Recombivax-HB on 8/13/99 (lot 0256J) and 9/20/99 (lot 0654J).
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: The pt has a lack of sero conversion - negative titer on 2/16/2001.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: The pt had a lack of sero conversion - negative titer on 2/16/01.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Drug ineffective
Clinical narrative: The pt had a lack of sero conversion - negative titer on 2/16/01.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Rash, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced a rash on the legs, face, and tummy right after the hepatitis B vaccine. 15-30 minutes post vax. The erythematous rash was located at the thigh, papular and red on the face.
Age: 86.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Pt's left arm swelled, was very red and warm to the touch.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pts leg was swollen to the knee. Pt was seen twice by a physician and treated with Benadryl and Tylenol. Follow-up information indicated that the pt recovered from this experience. No further information is anticipated for this report. The case is closed.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to receiving vax, the pts right arm became swollen and red. Pt was advised to treat with Tylenol and compresses. The redness and swelling resolved.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: The same day as vax, the pt experienced seizure like activity, came to the office and was transferred to the hospital. The seizure activity lasted about 40 minutes.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion, Dyskinesia, Otitis media, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: The same day as vax, the pt experienced seizure like activity, came to the office and was transferred to the hospital. The seizure activity lasted about 40 minutes.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion, Dyskinesia, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: The same day as vax, the pt experienced seizure like activity, came to the office and was transferred to the hospital. The seizure activity lasted about 40 minutes.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT, PNC
Symptoms: CSF test abnormal, Crying, Difficulty in walking, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that an 18 month old female received vaccinations on 2/8/01. The following day, the child was not ambulating well and was unable to stand. She also had a fever of 101-103F with pain and crying. She was given an injection of an unspecified pain medication with some relief, however, her symptoms returned. On 2/11/01, the child had a rectal temperature of 103F with no nuchal rigidity, nor erythema or induration at the injection site. The reporting physician is currently testing for meningitis. Follow-up information received on 3/20/01, from the child's physician revealed increased red blood cell (13/uL) and segmented neutrophils (4%) found upon exam of cerebrospinal fluid. Total white blood cell count in CSF fluid yielded a normal level of 2/uL. No signs of meningitis were detected. The child was transfused and admitted to another hospital for further evaluation. Note: This report has been upgraded to a 15-day expedited report upon receipt of follow-up information on 3/20/01, which indicated the pt was hospitalized.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DT, PNC
Symptoms: Red blood cell abnormality
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that an 18 month old female received vaccinations on 2/8/01. The following day, the child was not ambulating well and was unable to stand. She also had a fever of 101-103F with pain and crying. She was given an injection of an unspecified pain medication with some relief, however, her symptoms returned. On 2/11/01, the child had a rectal temperature of 103F with no nuchal rigidity, nor erythema or induration at the injection site. The reporting physician is currently testing for meningitis. Follow-up information received on 3/20/01, from the child's physician revealed increased red blood cell (13/uL) and segmented neutrophils (4%) found upon exam of cerebrospinal fluid. Total white blood cell count in CSF fluid yielded a normal level of 2/uL. No signs of meningitis were detected. The child was transfused and admitted to another hospital for further evaluation. Note: This report has been upgraded to a 15-day expedited report upon receipt of follow-up information on 3/20/01, which indicated the pt was hospitalized.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Decreased appetite, Impaired gastric emptying, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Information has been received regarding a 21 year old female who received a booster dose of TD because of a scrape on her hand from a rusty fence. Three to four days, post vax, the pt began to experience loss of body weight and developed persistent nausea, early satiety, abdominal cramps and vomiting. She was hospitalized and treated with IV fluids. A dx of gastroparesis was made. She was initially treated with metoclopramide and erythromycin and later with cisapride. The pt experienced only mild improvement of her symptoms. Cisapride was replaced by domperidone. She has taken domperidone for 9 months of therapy and her symptoms have improved significantly and her body weight has stabilized.
Age: 21.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: Information has been received regarding a 21 year old female who received a booster dose of TD because of a scrape on her hand from a rusty fence. Three to four days, post vax, the pt began to experience loss of body weight and developed persistent nausea, early satiety, abdominal cramps and vomiting. She was hospitalized and treated with IV fluids. A dx of gastroparesis was made. She was initially treated with metoclopramide and erythromycin and later with cisapride. The pt experienced only mild improvement of her symptoms. Cisapride was replaced by domperidone. She has taken domperidone for 9 months of therapy and her symptoms have improved significantly and her body weight has stabilized.
Age: 0.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Autism, Disturbance in attention, Hearing impaired, Immune system disorder, Opisthotonus
Clinical narrative: The pt lost speech that had developed at 6 months. Became increasingly uncomfortable, arching back, and screaming for hours after a fever for 3 days following vaccination. FOLLOW-UP information received in an annual follow up report states, " Unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated, extreme temper, tantrums due to inability to communicate visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune, system dysfunction." The annual follow-up states "unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated extreme temper tantrums due to inability to communicate, visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune sytem dysfunction. This doctor did not react when I had concern. Infact, he almost vaccinated my child again one momth later until I stopped him and seeked better care. My child has suffered and my family has suffered ever since that day. Residual effects are my son had decreased blood flow to the social/comunication part of the brain because of a viral infection he caught when his immune system was compromised from the vaccines. The symptoms were "mimicking autism" and he was diagnosed as such by three doctors, all neuro-pediatricians. MD found the viral infection my son's weakened immune system could not fight."
Age: 0.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia, Screaming, Speech disorder, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: The pt lost speech that had developed at 6 months. Became increasingly uncomfortable, arching back, and screaming for hours after a fever for 3 days following vaccination. FOLLOW-UP information received in an annual follow up report states, " Unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated, extreme temper, tantrums due to inability to communicate visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune, system dysfunction." The annual follow-up states "unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated extreme temper tantrums due to inability to communicate, visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune sytem dysfunction. This doctor did not react when I had concern. Infact, he almost vaccinated my child again one momth later until I stopped him and seeked better care. My child has suffered and my family has suffered ever since that day. Residual effects are my son had decreased blood flow to the social/comunication part of the brain because of a viral infection he caught when his immune system was compromised from the vaccines. The symptoms were "mimicking autism" and he was diagnosed as such by three doctors, all neuro-pediatricians. MD found the viral infection my son's weakened immune system could not fight."
Age: 0.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: The pt lost speech that had developed at 6 months. Became increasingly uncomfortable, arching back, and screaming for hours after a fever for 3 days following vaccination. FOLLOW-UP information received in an annual follow up report states, " Unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated, extreme temper, tantrums due to inability to communicate visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune, system dysfunction." The annual follow-up states "unable to attend, loss of concentration, uncoordinated extreme temper tantrums due to inability to communicate, visual sensitive, audio sensitive, immune sytem dysfunction. This doctor did not react when I had concern. Infact, he almost vaccinated my child again one momth later until I stopped him and seeked better care. My child has suffered and my family has suffered ever since that day. Residual effects are my son had decreased blood flow to the social/comunication part of the brain because of a viral infection he caught when his immune system was compromised from the vaccines. The symptoms were "mimicking autism" and he was diagnosed as such by three doctors, all neuro-pediatricians. MD found the viral infection my son's weakened immune system could not fight."
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Irritability, Pruritus, Pyrexia, Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: This child had a maculo-papular rash 180 noted on 04/01/01, started initially on extremities, then trunk and face. It was initially small, then generalized on the 2nd day associated by fever, itching, and fussiness.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Febrile convulsion, Otitis media
Clinical narrative: This patient had two febrile seizures on 03/29/01. One at 1:30 AM and one at 5:30 AM. He was seen on 03/29/01 for otitis media.
Age: 1.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Injection site induration, Oedema peripheral
Clinical narrative: This child had erythema, induration, swelling, and elevated warmth, of entire right thigh for 1-2 days following DTaP, Hib, and Hep B.
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: This child had urticaria on the back and upper extremities. The resolved after Epi.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DT
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Development of raised, reddened, slightly edematous area approximately 2" diameter. Warm to touch. Responded to applications of ice 20 minutes at a time, for 48 hours. No other treatment needed.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Oedema peripheral, Pain, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: This patient had hives on his face 20 minutes after vaccinations. He was given Benadryl, the hives resolved by 45 minutes after the vaccinations. His right tricep area also slightly swollen and tender.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash papular, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: This child had scattered papules on her face and trunk approximately 10 lesions in total, starting to come to a head. Temperature 100.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: This child had swelling of her hands and redness of the arm administered. Also itching. Immunization given on 03/27/01. Seen in the office 03/29/01, the entire left upper arm. No fever.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dyskinesia, Hypertonia, Hypotonia, Lethargy, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This child had a fever by touch, generalized tonic / clonic jerking for 2 -3 minutes, lethargy.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Injection site warmth, Oedema peripheral, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: This patient's left upper arm and shoulder became swollen, red, hot to touch and itchy on Saturday morning. The mother called the PMD. Ice was applied to the area, Benadryl spray was applied, and the child was given Benadryl suspension.
Age: 1.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Right mid-thigh with some swelling and superficial erythema.
Age: 1.9
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pts thigh was red and swollen half way down. The pt was treated with Tylenol. No further information is anticipated for this report. The case is closed.
Age: 1.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Crying
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, the pt had intermittent and inconsolable crying for over two hours. Further information requested.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Within 6 hours post vax, the pt developed a fever of 103.8F and a local reaction to site 3 X 4 inch red area (site not specified). File to be completed.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, the pt developed an area 17 X 15 cm of the left thigh that was warm to the touch and swollen accompanied by a slight fever. Further information requested.
Sex: U
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to receiving vax, the pt developed a local reaction of redness, swelling and hardness. No specifics were provided. Further information requested.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: JEVX
Symptoms: Tic
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to receiving vax, the pt experienced an increase in tics.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: JEV, TYP
Symptoms: Dermatitis exfoliative, Oedema peripheral, Rash pruritic
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a female pt received a JE-VAX vaccination on 3/14/00. Reportedly sometime after the vaccination the pt developed erythema from axilla to elbow. Additional information is being requested. From Correspondence received on 5/2/00, it was reported, the pt experienced a local reaction to her 2nd JEV vaccination. Onset of itching to site followed by a 50 cent piece size welt and finally enlarging to involve her whole upper left arm from axilla to elbow. All of the skin has peeled. In further questioning, the pt did have "stinging, itchy sensation locally with the 1st injection of JEV." The pt also received a Typhim VI vaccination, the same day as the 2nd JEV vaccination. From follow-up correspondence received on 10/09/01, it was reported that the patient's recovery status is unknown. No further information is available regarding this patient or this case. This case is closed.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: JEV, TYP
Symptoms: Contusion, Pain, Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 24 year old female patient received a JE-VAX and a Typhim VI vaccination on 08/07/00. Reportedly that same day the patient complained of "raised tender area on the dorsum of the right hand 3/4 diameter, looked like a bruise. It was reported that a 24 year old female received a JE-VAX and a Typhin VI vaccination on Aug 7, 2000. Reportedly that same day the pt complained of raised tender area on dorsum of right hand 3/4 diameter, looked like a bruise. Follow up #1 (Sept 24,2002) During internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the adverse event coding.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, JEV
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Dizziness, Erythema, Face oedema, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 33 year old male patient received a JE-VAX and a Hepatitis B vaccination on 08/16/00. Reportedly 4 days after the vaccination 08/20/00, the patient developed itchy, red, and puffy rash over her entire body. She had fatigue, mild dizziness, nausea, swelling of her eyes, lower lips, hands, and joint pain. From additional correspondence received on 10/12/00, it was reported that the patient recovered from this experience. Additional vaccine, patient and responsible physician info was also provided. No further info is expected, this case is closed.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, JEV
Symptoms: Nausea, Oedema peripheral, Pruritus, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 33 year old male patient received a JE-VAX and a Hepatitis B vaccination on 08/16/00. Reportedly 4 days after the vaccination 08/20/00, the patient developed itchy, red, and puffy rash over her entire body. She had fatigue, mild dizziness, nausea, swelling of her eyes, lower lips, hands, and joint pain. From additional correspondence received on 10/12/00, it was reported that the patient recovered from this experience. Additional vaccine, patient and responsible physician info was also provided. No further info is expected, this case is closed.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: JEVX
Symptoms: Rash pruritic, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 23 year old female pt received a JE-VAX vaccination on 10/16/00 at 15:00. Reported in the morning on 10/17/00, the pt noted redness of the face, itching of the face and hives. The pt required treatment with Zyrtec 10mg po every 12 hours. From additional information received on 02/01/01, patient and physician information were updated.
Age: 1.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Contusion, Petechiae, Purpura
Clinical narrative: Pt received varivax vaccine on 1/31/01 and was seen on 2/20/01 for bruising petechiae and platelet count decrease 13 and was subsequently treated with Winrow and IVIG; platelet counts 231 on 3/8/01; 244 on 3/14/01; 231 on 3/08/01; 150 on 3/21/01; 119 on 3/27/01. Still ongoing evaluations.
Age: 1.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Petechiae, Platelet count decreased
Clinical narrative: Pt received varivax vaccine on 1/31/01 and was seen on 2/20/01 for bruising petechiae and platelet count decrease 13 and was subsequently treated with Winrow and IVIG; platelet counts 231 on 3/8/01; 244 on 3/14/01; 231 on 3/08/01; 150 on 3/21/01; 119 on 3/27/01. Still ongoing evaluations.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, IPV, MMR, PNC, HIBV, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Contusion, Otitis media, Platelet count decreased, Thrombocytopenic purpura, Vaccination complication
Clinical narrative: A 15 month old received vaccines on 9/2/00. On 9/25/00, he presented for otitis media where the physician noted that the pt had possible bruising on the chest. The physician speculated that this may have been secondary to trauma. On 9/29/00, he had more bruising and was brought in by his parents. He was hospitalized. He was treated with a IV immunoglobulin  and the following day his platelet count was 13,000 cell/mm3. He was discharged on 10/2/00 with a platelet count of 103,000 cells/mm3. The next day, he was seen and his platelet count was 295,000 cells/mm3. Both the investigator and the medical monitor agree that idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (not expected) was 'possibly related' to either Prevnar or other vaccines administered." From follow-up correspondence received on 5/1/01, received medical records (for the period 6/25/99 to 10/10/00) show that the pt did not have any signs of platelet disorder up to 9/24/00. More medical records were requested (10/10/00 to present). Addendum to previous follow-up report; The correct vaccination date for this pt is 9/1/00. Additional pt and vaccine information was also provided from the follow-up correspondence received on 5/1/01. F/U correspondence rec'd on 8/8/01 it was reported the pt experienced mild nose bleed X 2 with increased bruising. He was sent for CBC and to urgent care to await results. Referred for admission for possible ITP. Pt was admitted to hospital, given IV with NSS. IIG 500mg/lg as per phone consultation with pediatric hematologist. ER follow up URI, called home numbe and spoke with pt's father who stated pt is better today.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, IPV, MMR, PNC, HIBV, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Contusion, Otitis media, Platelet count decreased, Thrombocytopenic purpura
Clinical narrative: A 15 month old received vaccines on 9/2/00. On 9/25/00, he presented for otitis media where the physician noted that the pt had possible bruising on the chest. The physician speculated that this may have been secondary to trauma. On 9/29/00, he had more bruising and was brought in by his parents. He was hospitalized. He was treated with a IV immunoglobulin  and the following day his platelet count was 13,000 cell/mm3. He was discharged on 10/2/00 with a platelet count of 103,000 cells/mm3. The next day, he was seen and his platelet count was 295,000 cells/mm3. Both the investigator and the medical monitor agree that idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (not expected) was 'possibly related' to either Prevnar or other vaccines administered." From follow-up correspondence received on 5/1/01, received medical records (for the period 6/25/99 to 10/10/00) show that the pt did not have any signs of platelet disorder up to 9/24/00. More medical records were requested (10/10/00 to present). Addendum to previous follow-up report; The correct vaccination date for this pt is 9/1/00. Additional pt and vaccine information was also provided from the follow-up correspondence received on 5/1/01. F/U correspondence rec'd on 8/8/01 it was reported the pt experienced mild nose bleed X 2 with increased bruising. He was sent for CBC and to urgent care to await results. Referred for admission for possible ITP. Pt was admitted to hospital, given IV with NSS. IIG 500mg/lg as per phone consultation with pediatric hematologist. ER follow up URI, called home numbe and spoke with pt's father who stated pt is better today.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Chest discomfort, Dizziness, Flushing, Hyperhidrosis
Clinical narrative: Pt received the vaccines and several minutes later, he became diaphoretic, flushed, complained of light-headedness and some tightness in his chest. BP-128/68; P-88. After about 10 minutes, BP-120/60 and P-80. The flushing and diaphoresis diminished. Per telephone call, the father reports that the pt has a lump at the sight of left arm where the pneumonia shot was given. On 1/29/01, talked with parent and the allergist was very concerned about the reaction after the shots because he was thinking that the reaction could be a response to thermerisol or gelatin. He has suggested that the pt get all of his future vaccinations at this doctor's clinic and not even at another MD's office and they could then monitor him more closely. He has a follow-up appt in 6 months. The mother also feels that the pt has had more minor asthma attacks that require his inhaler use since the flu and pneumonia vaccines were given.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Asthma, Blood pressure increased, Chest discomfort, Dizziness, Flushing
Clinical narrative: Pt received the vaccines and several minutes later, he became diaphoretic, flushed, complained of light-headedness and some tightness in his chest. BP-128/68; P-88. After about 10 minutes, BP-120/60 and P-80. The flushing and diaphoresis diminished. Per telephone call, the father reports that the pt has a lump at the sight of left arm where the pneumonia shot was given. On 1/29/01, talked with parent and the allergist was very concerned about the reaction after the shots because he was thinking that the reaction could be a response to thermerisol or gelatin. He has suggested that the pt get all of his future vaccinations at this doctor's clinic and not even at another MD's office and they could then monitor him more closely. He has a follow-up appt in 6 months. The mother also feels that the pt has had more minor asthma attacks that require his inhaler use since the flu and pneumonia vaccines were given.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Hyperhidrosis, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Pt received the vaccines and several minutes later, he became diaphoretic, flushed, complained of light-headedness and some tightness in his chest. BP-128/68; P-88. After about 10 minutes, BP-120/60 and P-80. The flushing and diaphoresis diminished. Per telephone call, the father reports that the pt has a lump at the sight of left arm where the pneumonia shot was given. On 1/29/01, talked with parent and the allergist was very concerned about the reaction after the shots because he was thinking that the reaction could be a response to thermerisol or gelatin. He has suggested that the pt get all of his future vaccinations at this doctor's clinic and not even at another MD's office and they could then monitor him more closely. He has a follow-up appt in 6 months. The mother also feels that the pt has had more minor asthma attacks that require his inhaler use since the flu and pneumonia vaccines were given.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Arthritis, Arthropathy, Feeling hot, Tendonitis
Clinical narrative: Joint pain, arthritis in knee and elbows. Pain started about 3 months, post vax of 1st 2 vaccines. Had X-rays, pain killers and inflammatory medicines. Also, had an MRI.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Arthritis
Clinical narrative: Joint pain, arthritis in knee and elbows. Pain started about 3 months, post vax of 1st 2 vaccines. Had X-rays, pain killers and inflammatory medicines. Also, had an MRI.
Age: 0.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Apnoea, Cardiac arrest, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: The mother found the baby in the crib in cardiac arrest and not breathing suddenly and unexpectedly. He had a tem of 101 in the AM. He was acting fine with good feeding.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, MMR
Symptoms: Convulsion, Encephalitis, Pyrexia, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: On 12/94, 4 months or 6 months, the child had a temperature, and didn't make any eye contact for a few seconds. In 02/95, the doctor said if no changes or more symptoms and didn't continue not to worry. On 01/01/96, the child had a high fever 105 - 106 causing prolonged seizure, happened at 2 AM. Taken to the ER then the hospital until 02/06/01. Diagnosed with presumed viral encephalitis. 60 day follow up states patient is unable to walk or talk and cannot take care of herself.
Age: 1.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion, Tremor
Clinical narrative: The mother reported the shaking of extremities that stopped if she held his hand. The pt was admitted to the hospital to rule out seizure. Neurologist did not think this was a seizure.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Arthritis
Clinical narrative: Pain in all joint; arthritis-like symptoms every morning since receiving vaccine. Right shoulder still very painful, 24 hours a day.
Age: 86.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Blood pressure increased, Dehydration, Injection site swelling, Loss of consciousness, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt states arm swelled with red streaks radiating out and developed a fever of 104F the next day. Saw private MD and had increased BP; collapsed/passed out in yard after the doctor visit. Taken by 911 to ER; hydrated and released. ER doctor not sure if vaccine cause of collapse. Pt feels all is related.
Age: 86.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Skin striae
Clinical narrative: Pt states arm swelled with red streaks radiating out and developed a fever of 104F the next day. Saw private MD and had increased BP; collapsed/passed out in yard after the doctor visit. Taken by 911 to ER; hydrated and released. ER doctor not sure if vaccine cause of collapse. Pt feels all is related.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, UNK
Symptoms: Convulsion, Laboratory test abnormal, Oral intake reduced, Pharyngitis, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Decreased activity, rash, temperature of 105F, seizure, pharyngitis and poor appetite.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, UNK
Symptoms: Rash, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Decreased activity, rash, temperature of 105F, seizure, pharyngitis and poor appetite.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, HEP, IPV
Symptoms: Autism, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Pt had a 7 hour, prolonged sleep on the day of administration of vaccines (DPT shot-1st one) and dx'd with autism at the age of 3 years. Treatment was elimination of pertussis vaccine in the future. Doc 212260, annual follow up states the following: lifetime diagnosis of autism. Also states that ongoing research is needed to investigate link between pertussis vaccine and autism etiology.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Difficulty in walking
Clinical narrative: On 6/16/00, went to ER; could not put any weight on my right knee. I was given medicine and a shot to ease the pain (ketorolac). Did not associate with Lymerix shot at this time. 60 day follow up states patient has slurred speech, memory lapses, mood swings and difficulty going up and down stairs. Per annual follow-up, doc #214882, patient is still receiving shots in knees, tried therapy, she does not believe it helped. She went to FLA for 2 months, she felt better there. She still has a lot of pain. The left knee is worse than the right one. The follow up received on 6/4/01 states, "5/24/01-no vaccine given unaware of any adverse events."
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Difficulty in walking, Dysarthria, Memory impairment, Mood swings
Clinical narrative: On 7/21/00, the pt went to the ER with excruciating pain in the left knee. Could not walk was given crutches. The pt states (This is when I realize my pain was from Lymerix). 60 day follow up states patient has slurred speech, memory lapses, mood swings, and difficulty going up and down stairs.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Vaccine positive rechallenge
Clinical narrative: On 7/21/00, the pt went to the ER with excruciating pain in the left knee. Could not walk was given crutches. The pt states (This is when I realize my pain was from Lymerix). 60 day follow up states patient has slurred speech, memory lapses, mood swings, and difficulty going up and down stairs.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Pemphigoid
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced Pemphigus Vulgaris.
Age: 1.59
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Bacterial infection, Rash morbilliform
Clinical narrative: Measles-type rash, especially arms which began on 1/19/01. Was dx'd with Scarlet Fever on 1/12/01. Also, has joint pain, especially in elbows.