chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TTOX, TD
Symptoms: Influenza, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Swelling, pain, redness, induration involving the entire left upper arm; associated with flu-like symptoms. Prolonged course-poorly responsive to antihistimines or antibiotics. Admitted to hospital 4/30/00. Follow-up reports that the pt still has a hard knot on the arm in the area of vax and also complained of fatigue. Per F/U; the pt was seen by the physician on 4/13/00 because of a left thumb crushing injury. He was administered Tetanus Toxoid. He was dx'd on 4/19/00 with cellulitis and administered IM ceftriaxone sodium for 2 days, then prescribed oral amoxicillin/clavulanate for 7 days. He later received IM ceftriaxone sodium for the next 3 days. The next day, the physician performed a needle aspiration to decompress the area because it was firm approx. the size of a 50 cent piece. His physician prescribed cefazolin for 3 days to be given at an infusion facility. The pt was depressed. At the infusion facility, the pt indicated that he had lost 7 pounds, had no appetite and experienced diarrhea for the past 2 weeks. On 4/30/00, his arm infection worsened; he developed streaking. He was admitted to the hospital for IV antibiotics with a dx of "Type III hypersensitivity", "arthur" reaction, "serum sickness", left arm pain and possible abscess, cellulitis and lymphangitis. He was treated also with rocecoxib. Then Citalopram was prescribed. Methylprednisolone sodium succinate was prescribed and the pt was discharged from the hospital with an additional prescrition for rabeprasole. He was prescribed propoxyphene napaylate for pain on 5/5/00. On 5/10/00, the MD noted that the pt experienced a red face, palpitations, hand shaking and urinary hesitancy with dribbling. Nitrofurantoin was prescribed and his dosage of prednisone was decreased. This did not help. Tamsulosin hydrochloride was prescribed on 5/17/00. The pt continued to have urinary frequency, hesitancy, difficulty urinating, tremors and sleeplessness. On exam, the fibrous thickened area at the injection site on his left arm had improved. Flomax was discontinued; prednisone tapering was initiated. As of 5/16/01, the pt had recovered.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TTOX, TD
Symptoms: Leukopenia, Nausea, Somnolence, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Swelling, pain, redness, induration involving the entire left upper arm; associated with flu-like symptoms. Prolonged course-poorly responsive to antihistimines or antibiotics. Admitted to hospital 4/30/00. Follow-up reports that the pt still has a hard knot on the arm in the area of vax and also complained of fatigue. Per F/U; the pt was seen by the physician on 4/13/00 because of a left thumb crushing injury. He was administered Tetanus Toxoid. He was dx'd on 4/19/00 with cellulitis and administered IM ceftriaxone sodium for 2 days, then prescribed oral amoxicillin/clavulanate for 7 days. He later received IM ceftriaxone sodium for the next 3 days. The next day, the physician performed a needle aspiration to decompress the area because it was firm approx. the size of a 50 cent piece. His physician prescribed cefazolin for 3 days to be given at an infusion facility. The pt was depressed. At the infusion facility, the pt indicated that he had lost 7 pounds, had no appetite and experienced diarrhea for the past 2 weeks. On 4/30/00, his arm infection worsened; he developed streaking. He was admitted to the hospital for IV antibiotics with a dx of "Type III hypersensitivity", "arthur" reaction, "serum sickness", left arm pain and possible abscess, cellulitis and lymphangitis. He was treated also with rocecoxib. Then Citalopram was prescribed. Methylprednisolone sodium succinate was prescribed and the pt was discharged from the hospital with an additional prescrition for rabeprasole. He was prescribed propoxyphene napaylate for pain on 5/5/00. On 5/10/00, the MD noted that the pt experienced a red face, palpitations, hand shaking and urinary hesitancy with dribbling. Nitrofurantoin was prescribed and his dosage of prednisone was decreased. This did not help. Tamsulosin hydrochloride was prescribed on 5/17/00. The pt continued to have urinary frequency, hesitancy, difficulty urinating, tremors and sleeplessness. On exam, the fibrous thickened area at the injection site on his left arm had improved. Flomax was discontinued; prednisone tapering was initiated. As of 5/16/01, the pt had recovered.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anxiety, Chills, Hyperhidrosis, Hypotension, Nausea
Clinical narrative: About 45 mins post vax, pt became nauseated, vomiting, chilling perspiring, anxious and pale. Symptoms continued with no decrease or increase. Adrenaline was given, anxiety decreased, nausea and vomiting, chilling decreased. Color and strength returned. Pt had not eaten breakfast. Recommended she consult her private health care provider. Family member called.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pallor, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: About 45 mins post vax, pt became nauseated, vomiting, chilling perspiring, anxious and pale. Symptoms continued with no decrease or increase. Adrenaline was given, anxiety decreased, nausea and vomiting, chilling decreased. Color and strength returned. Pt had not eaten breakfast. Recommended she consult her private health care provider. Family member called.
Age: 22.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Erythema, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt developed > 10 cm swelling, redness after 1st and 2nd shots that lasted longer than 3 weeks. No systemic symptoms.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Infection, Lymphadenopathy, Rash macular, Vaginal haemorrhage
Clinical narrative: Pt states that somewhere between 2nd and 3rd shot a rash and swollen gland on right hip appeared, she went to the MD and was diagnosed with a form of the chicken pox virus. MD stated that it was a form that only elderly people get. The swollen gland was due to the infection on the right hip, pt stated she was given antibiotics and the rash cleared in a little over a weeks time. Pt states that the next incident happened in late March. In early April, 99 she experienced profuse bleeding during intercourse. The bleeding stopped after intercourse. The pt states that she had an annual pap smear which results cam back abnormal, she also received a colposcopy and biopsy (there was an additional pap smear before biopsy because of the bleeding) . The results from the pap, colposcopy and biopsy came back normal. The pt states that during intercourse there was no pain just allot of blood.
Age: 34.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Haemorrhoids, Influenza like illness, Injection site mass, Insomnia
Clinical narrative: Pt states after 4th Anthrax shot he started having severe flu-like symptoms, hemorrhoids, symptoms intensive, insomnia, knee joints ache and knots or lumps in the upper left arm where shots were administered. Pt states that also these symptoms continued up to or through the 5th vaccine. Pt states that after the 5th shot, the flu-like symptoms were so severe that he actually thought he had the flu. The pt states also to currently be taking medication for insomnia.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH, YF
Symptoms: Ecchymosis, Oedema, Pain, Skin nodule
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced swelling, bruising and a large painful lump several hours post vax.
Age: 22.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Erythema, Eyelid oedema, Oedema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a rash/erythema, pruritis, edema approximately 30 hours post injection. Pt also experienced a swollen eyelid, 5 x 9 cm on right lower quarter patch of abdomen. 7x7 cm left lower quarter of abdomen. No wheezing, no pharyngeal edema. Symptoms resolved with steroid treatment. No systemic involvement.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Apnoea, Cardiac arrest, Coma, Feeling abnormal, Sudden infant death syndrome
Clinical narrative: Found lifeless, unresponsive and transported to hospital; CPR unsuccessful. SIDS. A follow up report received 6/12/2000 adds: Spoke to reporter who gave info from pt's chart. Pt was a 33 week preemie and had bradycardia at birth which resolved almost immediately. Remained in hospital 13 days with twin who was smaller and was born with a cardiac defect. The baby was put to sleep on his side and was found by parents on stomach - resuscitation unsuccessful. He had not exhibited any problems in the evening before he was put to bed. Twin had no adverse reaction after vaccines. Pt was developmentally as advanced as full term baby. ME gave preliminary cause of death as SIDS.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Coma, Sudden infant death syndrome
Clinical narrative: Found lifeless, unresponsive and transported to hospital; CPR unsuccessful. SIDS. A follow up report received 6/12/2000 adds: Spoke to reporter who gave info from pt's chart. Pt was a 33 week preemie and had bradycardia at birth which resolved almost immediately. Remained in hospital 13 days with twin who was smaller and was born with a cardiac defect. The baby was put to sleep on his side and was found by parents on stomach - resuscitation unsuccessful. He had not exhibited any problems in the evening before he was put to bed. Twin had no adverse reaction after vaccines. Pt was developmentally as advanced as full term baby. ME gave preliminary cause of death as SIDS.
Age: 66.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the vaccinee experienced a round, slightly raised, red, indurated area below the injection site with red margins.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the vaccinee experienced aches in muscles which lasted a few days and then resolved.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the vaccinee experienced a bullous type of rash from head to toe. He was treated with Benadryl.
Age: 54.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Two weeks post vax, the vaccinee experienced mild muscle aches.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Headache, Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the vaccinee experienced a severe itchy maculopapular rash all over his body. Additionally, he experienced a mild headache, and five episodes of abdominal pain which passed each time with a bowel movement. The vaccinee's symptoms were treated with Medrol Dosepak and Zyrtec.
Age: 48.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the vaccinee experienced joint pain. He initially treated himself with Advil. He then presented to his physician who treated him with anti-inflammatories.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache, Malaise, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the vaccinee experienced chills, fever, slight headache, general achiness, and malaise. The reaction lasted approximately 12 hours.
Age: 71.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Joint swelling, Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: This is an unconfirmed spontaneous report from a lawyer referring to a 71 year old male who claims to have experienced knee swelling after the 3rd Lymerix shot. The pt had no history of Lyme disease or arthritis. In March, April and May of 1999 the pt received Lymerix shots and immediately following the 3rd injection, the pt's knees swelled up so badly that he had to use a cane. He has since tested "DR4 positive". Treatment was not specified. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000 reports the outcome of the events as lessening but still present. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is an unconfirmed spontaneous report from a lawyer referring to a 40 year old female who claims to have experienced sharp, debilitating pain in most of her joints on the right side of her body after the 2nd dose of Lymerix. On an unspecified date, the pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix with no reported events. In August, 1999, the pt received her 2nd dose of Lymerix  and some time after the shot (exact date not provided), the pt experienced sharp, dibilitating pain in most of her joints on the right side of her body (in her foot, hip, shoulder, hand and neck). The pain was reported to be "like nothing she had ever experienced" and the pt has been considered incapacitated. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, reports that the symptoms are ongoing. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Pain
Clinical narrative: Two weeks post 2nd dose of vax, the pt experienced arthritic-type symptoms in his shoulders and hips. Treatment included prednisone and cortisone.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is an unconfirmed spontaneous report from a lawyer referring to a 57 year old male who claims to have experienced pain in his shoulders, legs, hands, arms and wrists after his 1st dose of Lymerix. Pt had no history of Lyme disease or arthritis. A few days, post vax 1st Lyermix, (date unspecified), the pt experienced severe pain in his shoulders, legs, hands and arms. He never received any further injections. An initial course of doxycycline helped the shoulder and leg pain but he has continued to experience severe pain in his hands and wrists. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates the pain in his wrists and hands has gotten worse. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 69.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is an unconfirmed spontaneous report from a lawyer referring to a 69 year old male who claims to have experienced ankle, knee and foot pain after the 1st and 2nd Lymerix vaccinations. The pt had no history of Lyme disease or arthritis. In July, 1999, the pt received his 1st dose of Lymerix and felt ankle, knee and foot pain (exact start date not provided). He reports that his physician "told him this would go away". A month later (August, 1999), he received the 2nd shot and his symptoms became dramatically worse. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, reports the outcome of the events as unknown. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is an unconfirmed spontaneous report from a lawyer referring to a 42 year old male who claims to have experienced pain and tightness in his heels, knees, hips and elbows, after his 2nd dose of Lymerix. The pt has no history of Lyme disease or arthritis nor any arthritic-type symptoms. In April, 1999, the pt received his 1st injection of Lymerix with no reported events. In May, 1999, the pt received his 2nd dose of Lymerix and approximately a week later (May, 1999), experienced pain and tightness in his heels, knees, hips and elbows. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, reports that the pain continues on an intermittent basis. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date, the pt received her 1st injection of Lymerix and about 1 week, post vax, she experienced extreme pain in her joints. She has also "since tested DR4 possitive". The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, does ot provide outcome.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Movement disorder
Clinical narrative: Pt received injections of Lymerix in September and October, 1999 and  for 2 weeks after 2nd shot, he could not lift his arm. He also experienced constant pain and tightness in his right shoulder and all his joints were sore "to some extent". The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates he symptoms are ongoing. Additional information has been request.
Age: 53.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: In September, October and November, 1999, the pt received Lymerix vaccines. Immediately, after each injection (exact date not provided), he had pain which resolved. Then in January, 2000, he experienced a severe flare-up of pain in his knees and his thighs. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates the outcome of the symptoms as unknown. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: In April 1999, the pt received his first injection of Lymerix and after the injection. he felt very achy which laster about a day. He experienced the same symptoms after the 2nd shot (injection date not provided). Then 2 weeks later, his symptoms returned and "have lasted". It was noted that he found a tick on himself prior to the 2nd injection. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates the outcome of the symptoms as ongoing. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Back pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: Within 1 week of receiving the 1st and 2nd Lymerix injection on 6/2/99 and 6/30/1999, the pt experienced knee and back pain. The most recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates that the pain is reportedly "so bad that he cannot run and has a constant and dull ache in his knees". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: In April, 1999 and May, 1999, the pt received her 1st and 2nd injection of Lymerix. In June, 1999, she experienced pain in her finger joints, which then spread to he ankles and toes. Treatment included prednisone and Vioxx to which she had some reactions (nos). The pt was given her 3rd injection of Lymerix on 11/3/1999 and her symptoms got immediately worse. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 38.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: In April, 1999 and May, 1999, the pt received his 1st and 2nd injections of Lymerix. Then, in July, 1999, the pt felt terrible and was treated initially for Lyme disease with antibiotics. Now he has aches and pains "arthritic-like" in his knees, hands, shoulders and sometimes elbows. The pt is now being treated with antibiotics on a daily basis. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Back pain, Bone pain, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: The pt received her 1st Lymerix injection in March, 1999. In April, 1999, the pt received her 2nd injection of Lymerix and that same night, the pt experienced "bone pain". These symptoms have never gone away and since then her hips and lower back have become very sore and stiff. The pt has been receiving treatment with Biaxin and steroids (nos). Additional information has been requested.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: After receiving Lymerix (dose and series not provided), the pt's symptoms "immediately and serverely worsened". The moste recent information received on 2/17/2000, indicates that the pt continues to experience joint  inflammation and fatigue. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 59.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: In April, 1999 and May, 1999, the pt received her 1st and 2nd dose of Lymerix vaccine and she immediately starting having pain in her right shoulder which then spread to her left shoulder and her hips. It was not clarified if these adverse events began after the 1st or 2nd injection. In the fall of 1999, the pt was dx'd with rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment includes Enbrel and Celebrex. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Joint stiffness, Joint swelling
Clinical narrative: On 5/20/99, the pt received his 1st Lymerix injection and experienced tight, stiff and swollen fingers. On 6/11/99, he received his 2nd Lymerix injection and the symptoms worsened. The pt was treated with prednisone, Vioxx and Celebrex. The treatment has reduced the symptoms, somewhat, but they still are present. Additional information has been reequested.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Infection parasitic
Clinical narrative: On 11/11/99, the pt received her 1st injection of Lymerix and in early December, 1999, the pt experienced a severe burning in her knees, shoulders and elbows. Relevant lab test results include a Western Blot that has tested positive for several strains as well as Erlichia. Treatment was not specified. The pt has never received the 2nd injection of Lymerix vaccine. The most recent information received on 2/17/200 reports the outcome of the adverse events as unknown. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Muscle twitching, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a male pt who on 9/20/99, self-administered his 1st dose of Lymerix. The next day, on 9/21/99, he experienced a low intensity feeling on his inner thighs that "felt like worms moving around inside:. This feeling lasted 1 day. On 10/20/99, the pt self-injected his 2nd dose of Lymerix and again had the "worm-like feeling" and resolved after 1 day. On 11/20/99, the pt self-administered his 3rd dose of Lymerix. The worm-like feeling occurred again and resolved after 1 day. On about 1/12/00, the worm-like feeling came back and was now constant with the intensity going up and down, but never completely going away. At the same time, he began experiencing severe pain in his knees which comes and goes, the same worm-like feeling in his chin which comes and goes (and once lasted for 3 days) and muscle twitches mainly in his left arm which also comes and goes (the last episode being all day on 1/30/00). The pt stated that all the symptoms, except for the severe knee pain are symptoms he experienced when h was dx'd with Lyme disease. Over the past 3 weeks, all symptoms have been getting progressively worse. The most recent information, received on 2/2/00, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 31.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Dizziness, Fatigue, Muscular weakness, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: On approximately 2/25/99 the pt received his first dose of Lymerix.   Subsequently, he experienced extreme fatigue and his legs occasionally buckled.  In 1999, approximately one year ago, the pt received his second dose of Lymerix.  Subsequently, he experienced dizzy spells, muscle and joint pain in the knees and neck. An MD visit was required. Lymerix was discontinued.  The most recent information received on 2/25/00 reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia, Rash
Clinical narrative: In 1/00, the pt received his second dose of Lymerix. One month later, in 2/00, the pt experienced myalgias and rash. He was treated with pain medication. The most recent information received on 3/1/00 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 37.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Drug ineffective, Laboratory test abnormal, Malaise
Clinical narrative: On 1/28/99, the pt received his first injection of Lymerix. with no ill effects. On 2/19/99, the second dose was given and sometime afterward he experienced joint pain and general illness. He was tested for Lyme antibody and was negative. On 1/10/00, the pt received his third injection of Lymerix and one month later on 2/12/00, blood work was performed. An enzyme linked immunosorbent assay was used to test for Lyme antibody. The ELISA revealed anti - IgK antibodies and no anti - IgG antibodies. This was reported as lack of effect.  The previous experience of joint pain and general illness was not reported after the third dose of Lymerix.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Headache
Clinical narrative: At an unspecified time, the pt received the first injection with Lymerix at an unspecified dose. Sometime thereafter, the pt experienced a headache and arthralgias.   The information received on 3/3/00 does not provide an outcome.
Age: 58.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site warmth, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: On 8/9/99, the pt received her first injection of Lymerix with no apparent ill effects. On 5/21/99, the pt received the second dose and sometime thereafter experienced nausea, vomiting, pain and warmth at the injection site. The information received on 3/6/00 reports the symptoms as resolved.
Age: 47.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: On 3/12/99, the pt received the first injection of Lymerix with no adverse effects. On 4/12/99, he received the second dose and approximately 5 months later, he experienced a sore stiff knee. He reports he may have hyperextended the knee while exercising.  No treatment was given and the pt plans to get the third injection of Lymerix. The information received on 3/8/00 reports the symptoms are improving but are ongoing.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Influenza like illness, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: At an unspecified time in 1999, the pt received his first injection with Lymerix. A few days later, he experienced a fever and "fluish symptoms", which resolved in 3-4 days. The pt received the second dose of Lymerix at an unspecified time and a few days later had the same symptoms. Also, he experienced joint pain. These symptoms worsened, and the pt had an MRI and nerve conduction testing, the results were not provided. The syptoms were treated with a muscle relaxant, and an anti-inflammatory and a pain medication.  The information received on 3/20/00 reports the joint pain is ongoing.
Age: 52.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: On 2/17/99 and in 3/99, the pt received the first and second doses of Lymerix.  The pt's arm was very sensitive a the injection site after the first and second doses.  After either the first or second dose, she experienced generalized pain (neck, shoulders, lower back, right hip, and all over).  The most recent information received on 3/10/00, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Bone disorder
Clinical narrative: In 5/99 and on 6/28/99, the pt self-administered the first and second left thigh doses of Lymerix using pre-filled syringes.  Six weeks after receiving dose 2, on 8/9/99, the pt experienced a new onset of shooting pains through multiple joints. An MD's visit was required, and she was treated with an unspecified medication. The treating medication masks the pain but does not take it away. She has been to several MD's and no one can come up with any cause other than Lymerix. She went to an infectious disease physician and the Western blot was negative. X-rays taken "recently" showed nothing but "some degenerative changes" but physicians feel that the joint pain is not from this. "They have narrowed it down to Lymerix."  The most recent information received on 3/10/00 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 45.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Asthenia, Headache, Influenza, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: At the end of February, 99, the pt received his first injection with Lymerix. Sometime thereafter, the pt experienced a "full blown flu", headache, severe body aches, general lack of energy, and a low fever. No treatment was given, and the symptoms resolved after one week.   In late March, 99, the pt received the second dose of Lymerix with no ill effects.
Age: 45.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Influenza, Malaise, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: On approximately 1/8/00, the pt received his first IM dose of Lymerix.  A few days post vax, he experienced malaise, fever of 103 degrees for one week, chills, exhaustion, arthralgia, and myalgia. He was diagnosed and treated for influenza. Symptoms resolved after three weeks.  On approximately 3/1/00, the pt received his second IM dose of Lymerix.  A few days post vax, the pt experienced a fever of 100, myalgia and arthralgia.  The most recent information, received on 3/13/00, reports the condition of the pt as resolving.
Age: 45.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On approximately 1/8/00, the pt received his first IM dose of Lymerix.  A few days post vax, he experienced malaise, fever of 103 degrees for one week, chills, exhaustion, arthralgia, and myalgia. He was diagnosed and treated for influenza. Symptoms resolved after three weeks.  On approximately 3/1/00, the pt received his second IM dose of Lymerix.  A few days post vax, the pt experienced a fever of 100, myalgia and arthralgia.  The most recent information, received on 3/13/00, reports the condition of the pt as resolving.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Condition aggravated
Clinical narrative: At an unspecified time in 1999, the received the first injection with Lymerix. Sometime thereafter, she experienced an exacerbation of her arthritis. The second dose of Lymerix was given in 1999 while the symptoms were ongoing.  The information received on 3/21/00, reports the symptoms remain ongoing.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Fatigue, Influenza like illness, Pain
Clinical narrative: On 3/26/99, the pt received her first injection of Lymerix. She received her second injection on 4/27/99 and her third on 3/7/00. Three hours post vax (3rd), the pt experienced flu-like symptoms, body aches, and fatigue.  The most recent information received on 3/15/00 reports the outcome of the events as resolved after one day.
Age: 80.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Bone pain
Clinical narrative: In February, 99, the pt received her first injection of Lymerix. (She had spent 6 months in a high tick area.) She received her second injection in August, 99, and the third injection in February, 2000. About 2-3 months ago, the pt experienced achiness in her rib (where old fracture was). The achiness occurs while either sitting or lying down. The most recent information received on 3/15/00 reports the outcome of the achiness as ongoing.
Age: 54.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Pain, Tremor
Clinical narrative: On 3/15/00, the pt received his third injection of Lymerix. Two hours later, the pt experienced uncontrollable trembling and his body ached. He called the ER and was told he was having an allergic reaction.  The pt was treated with Benadryl. The most recent information received on 3/16/00 reports the outcome of the events as resolved.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Malaise, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Two hours post vax, the pt experienced aches, chills, fever, and felt sick. The next day she experienced hip and knee pain.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the vaccinee's legs became progressively more sore and achy. He noted that the soreness is primarily between the hip and knee in both legs and has become progressively worse with each injection. At some point, the events required a doctor's visit. No treatment has been given.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Headache, Infection, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: On 5/25/99, the pt received his first injection of Lymerix, with localized soreness which resolve. On 6/26/95, he received the second dose, and 23 days post vax he experienced a bull's eye rash between two toes on his left foot. Also, the pt experienced testicular pain, headache, fever, and heavy joint pain; and went to his MD. Blood work was performed on 7/8/99 which tested positive for Lyme disease. The pt received a prescription for antibiotics which were to be taken for 10-14 days. On 10/16/99, the pt received the third injection  and has not gone back to the MD.   The information received on 3/16/00 provides no further information.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Similar reaction on previous exposure to drug, Testicular disorder
Clinical narrative: On 5/25/99, the pt received his first injection of Lymerix, with localized soreness which resolve. On 6/26/95, he received the second dose, and 23 days post vax he experienced a bull's eye rash between two toes on his left foot. Also, the pt experienced testicular pain, headache, fever, and heavy joint pain; and went to his MD. Blood work was performed on 7/8/99 which tested positive for Lyme disease. The pt received a prescription for antibiotics which were to be taken for 10-14 days. On 10/16/99, the pt received the third injection  and has not gone back to the MD.   The information received on 3/16/00 provides no further information.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Neck pain
Clinical narrative: At an unspecified time, the pt received an injection of Lymerix. Sometime thereafter, the pt experienced neck pain.
Age: 18.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint effusion
Clinical narrative: On 3/10/00, the pt experienced right wrist pain and left wrist swelling. It was noted that the right wrist was positive for effusion, however, the left wrist was negative. The pain and swelling were worse in the morning. The effusion was not aspirated. The events required a visit to the doctor's office.
Age: 71.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced right knee pain.
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, she experienced generalized joint pain. This was reported to have been ongoing for a while.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Cough, Pharyngolaryngeal pain
Clinical narrative: Five days post vax, he experienced a sore and raspy throat, colored mucous, and cough. He was dx with an upper respiratory infection. Symptoms resolved by 3/22/00.
Age: 28.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Asthenia, Pain
Clinical narrative: Since June 1999, the pt has experienced pain in her right arm, which hurts all the time. she also has diminished strength in her hand as she cannot raise it.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Aphasia, Cough, Dyspnoea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, pt developed croup and high fever. Within two weeks, he had developed speech loss from approximately 50 words to 2 or 3 words.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Dysphonia, Epiglottitis, Grunting, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever up to 101 in 24 hours. Respiratory symptoms, grunting, pharyngeal pain, hoarseness of voice. 05/16/2000. Re: need for consent. will send. 05/17/2000 Consent sentto parent. 06/21/2000 2nd request sent. 07/28/2000 Unable to reach by phone-recording it's disconnected. 3rd and final request for consent mailed. Did not follow thru with mailing. MD's office says they moved but don't have the address. # was given for dad's work also listed as disconnected. Case closed for lack of means to obtain additional data. 05/16/2000. pt was hospitalized for only four for observation. Finally recovered. Now beleive the vaccines are responsible for child's sx's according to MD. MD will send for med record or request of consent. 07/28/2000 Call to reporter to request an updated address or phone for parents.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Respiratory disorder
Clinical narrative: Fever up to 101 in 24 hours. Respiratory symptoms, grunting, pharyngeal pain, hoarseness of voice. 05/16/2000. Re: need for consent. will send. 05/17/2000 Consent sentto parent. 06/21/2000 2nd request sent. 07/28/2000 Unable to reach by phone-recording it's disconnected. 3rd and final request for consent mailed. Did not follow thru with mailing. MD's office says they moved but don't have the address. # was given for dad's work also listed as disconnected. Case closed for lack of means to obtain additional data. 05/16/2000. pt was hospitalized for only four for observation. Finally recovered. Now beleive the vaccines are responsible for child's sx's according to MD. MD will send for med record or request of consent. 07/28/2000 Call to reporter to request an updated address or phone for parents.
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Anorexia, Lethargy, Staring, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Upper body and hand tremors with blank staring lasting approximately 10 sec. Occurring greater than 48 hours post vax with associated lethargy and anorexia.
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Haemoptysis, Infection, Rash, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: Approximately 2-3 days post vax, pt began to cough up blood, brown and green mucous. The pt's inner thigh had a red and purple rash, nose was inflamed with lesions, and mucosa. Pt experienced joint pain in elbow, and knees. Pt's nose is bloody and infected with a pus type discharge.
Age: 32.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Blood testosterone decreased, Fatigue, Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a 7 x 6 cm erythematous, swollen, firm local reactions to the left deltoid following dose #4 of Anthrax. No systemic symptoms yet. Follow up information received 09/18/02 states, "Low testosterone production due to brain lesion on the hypo thalmus gland, fatigue, mild muscle soreness". Hypothalmus lesion stable.  Pt on hormone replacement (testosterone) with good results.  Still c/o sever soreness in muscles, very painful feet, stiffness after sitting.   Pt. recalls golf-ball size swelling + itching at injection site after doses 1+2 of ANTHRAX and worse after dose #3.  Began to experience fatigue + loss of libido.  After dose #4 pt's local symptoms more severe in spite of prophylactic BENADRYL PO.  Grapefruit-size "lump" in arm, itchiness + rash in arms and legs.  Open lesions in some areas of arms and legs.  Fatigue + decrease libido more severe.  Consulted with PCP + low testosterone levels noted. MRI revealed hypothalonic lesion.  This was monitored for 3-4 months of requent MRI.  Lesion was stable + pt started hormone therapy.  Meanwhile muscle pain severe + CPK elevated to 920.  Numbness , neurological tests + blood tests were (-) including EMG.  CPK did return to normal, but muscle pain unchanged.  Family member notes pt. had short-term memory loss after doses #3+4 of ANTHRAX.  This abated however + pt was not aware of it.  Other tests incl.  lumber puncture (-).  Trial of PREDNISONE did not help symptoms.
Age: 32.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a 7 x 6 cm erythematous, swollen, firm local reactions to the left deltoid following dose #4 of Anthrax. No systemic symptoms yet. Follow up information received 09/18/02 states, "Low testosterone production due to brain lesion on the hypo thalmus gland, fatigue, mild muscle soreness". Hypothalmus lesion stable.  Pt on hormone replacement (testosterone) with good results.  Still c/o sever soreness in muscles, very painful feet, stiffness after sitting.   Pt. recalls golf-ball size swelling + itching at injection site after doses 1+2 of ANTHRAX and worse after dose #3.  Began to experience fatigue + loss of libido.  After dose #4 pt's local symptoms more severe in spite of prophylactic BENADRYL PO.  Grapefruit-size "lump" in arm, itchiness + rash in arms and legs.  Open lesions in some areas of arms and legs.  Fatigue + decrease libido more severe.  Consulted with PCP + low testosterone levels noted. MRI revealed hypothalonic lesion.  This was monitored for 3-4 months of requent MRI.  Lesion was stable + pt started hormone therapy.  Meanwhile muscle pain severe + CPK elevated to 920.  Numbness , neurological tests + blood tests were (-) including EMG.  CPK did return to normal, but muscle pain unchanged.  Family member notes pt. had short-term memory loss after doses #3+4 of ANTHRAX.  This abated however + pt was not aware of it.  Other tests incl.  lumber puncture (-).  Trial of PREDNISONE did not help symptoms.
Age: 28.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Asthenia, Loss of consciousness, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 24 hours post immunization, pt developed fever of 101, felt weak, passed out in shower. Treated with Tylenol and bed rest for 24 hours
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced severe headache for 70 hours, redness and hardness of right arm, soreness in elbow for 5 days.
Age: 26.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, FLU3, MEN
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced swollen, hot, red arm 22 x 12 cm. Arm also itches and hurts. No systemic symptoms, no lost duty time.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Muscle twitching
Clinical narrative: Pt states that after receiving 5th Anthrax vaccine within 24 hour he started experiencing muscle twitching in the whole left arm. The pt states that the twitching lasted about 10 minutes on 5 different occasions.
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Pt developed redness at injection site. Lump in arm, nausea for 1 day. Pt has lumps from all three injections.
Age: 34.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Eczema, Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced a rash at site of injection, subsequent eczema on hands and upper body.
Age: 31.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, pt experienced local soreness, swelling, redness from deltoid to elbow.
Age: 0.9
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Left thigh with 4 x 3 cm area of redness induration and some warmth.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Received Prevnar vaccine on 5/8/00. Approximately 4-5 hours post vax, pt developed multiple papules on extremities, chest, abdomen, back. No fever was noted and no other symptoms were experienced.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Pt received vaccine on 5/8/00 and approximately 4-5 hours late developed multiple 1mm erythematous papules on extremities, chest, abdomen and back. No fever was noted. No other symptoms.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Skin nodule
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced swelling and redness at injection site of left thigh. Onset the following morning. Warm to touch. No fever was noted. Bumpy at site and dependent knee. Child is playful, no irritability.
Age: 0.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Agitation, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Mom stated that infant experienced increased irritability 1 day post vaccine with hives to right leg. Tylenol was given by mom. Seen in MD's office and rash was subsiding.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Erythema nodosum
Clinical narrative: On 3/10/98, the pt experienced signs and symptoms of erythema nodosum and arthralgia. It was reported that the pt's nodules and arthralgia persisted for nine weeks. She was treated with naproxen sodium, during that time. Subsequently, the pt recovered.
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Haemolysis, Infection, Oedema peripheral
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 21 month old female who on 7/30/99 was vaccinated with one dose of varicella. On 3/15/00, the pt developed chicken pox, was seen in the ER and was treated with acyclovir for two days. On 3/17/00, the pt was hospitalized with chicken pox and a swollen right lower leg. Her right lower leg swelling was diagnosed as acute cellulitis with beta hemolytic streptococcus group A infection post varicella outbreak and she was treated with antibiotics. On 3/31/00, the pt was discharged from the hospital however, the outcome was not reported. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB
Symptoms: Agitation, Cellulitis, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Three days post vax, the nurse noted that this child was crying more following vax 'than with the individual components' and occasionally developed a knot at the injection site. The pt sought unspecified medical attention. Follow-up information from a registered nurse indicated that on 02/25, the pt developed cellulitis, induration, and erythema in the following area: left leg 20x30 mm and right leg: 45x45 mm. These adverse experiences required medical/surgical intervention to prevent a serious outcome. The pt was treated with cephalexin monohydrate 250 mg/5cc, for 10 days. On 02/28 the pt recovered. Follow up information from an RN states that on 2/25/00, the pt developed cellulitis, induration, and erythema in the following areas; left leg, 20x30 mm and 45x45 cm indurtion. The pt recovered.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Lymphadenopathy, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This 12-month-old, with a upper respiratory infection at the time of vax, experienced two swollen, infected, suppurative lymph nodes and a fever of 101 degrees F eight days post vax. It was noted that the pt had two extractions form the lymph node. Follow-up was received from a medical assistant. On 04/10/2000, cultures of the area revealed heavy growth of methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus. She was treated with vancomycin for 10 days. She was also treated with Augmentin and Zithromax, then with Augmentin, Tylenol, and Motrin. Subsequently, the pt recovered and was discharged from the hospital after ten days. The reporter noted informed mom probably causal relationship: doubt to secondary to varicella virus vax live. No further information is available.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Dyskinesia, Heart rate increased, Lymphoedema, Platelet production decreased, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On 5/2/2000, mom called and stated MD told her that pt had a reaction to MMR vaccine. She stated  that she had a fever, Friday night. Saturday a rash started all over her body. She was admitted to the hospital on 5/1/2000. Began jerking on 5/1/2000, that night. She was also told that the pt's lymph nodes were swollen, heart rate was elevated, platelets were low. The pt's skin was hot to touch but she had no fever.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Rash, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: On 5/2/2000, mom called and stated MD told her that pt had a reaction to MMR vaccine. She stated  that she had a fever, Friday night. Saturday a rash started all over her body. She was admitted to the hospital on 5/1/2000. Began jerking on 5/1/2000, that night. She was also told that the pt's lymph nodes were swollen, heart rate was elevated, platelets were low. The pt's skin was hot to touch but she had no fever.
Age: 1.7
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Laboratory test abnormal, Red blood cell sedimentation rate increased
Clinical narrative: Extensive induration with swelling of right thigh, resolved slowly over 3-5 days. Completely resolved on follow-up exam 04/21/2000.  Recieved authorization to release information on 09/29/2000."
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Eye movement disorder, Gastrooesophageal reflux disease, Hyperglycaemia, Hypocalcaemia
Clinical narrative: Pt was given vax on 04/25/2000. On 05/01,pt experienced a seizure at home and was hospitalized. Parent described the activity as stiffening of his arms, legs, and his eyes were rolled back into his head. His face was pale and legs were purple. The episode lasted for about one minute. Pt was seen by neurologist. Recommendation was to avoid Pertussis and to give DT from now on. Diagnosis on 5/4/00 is seizures and reflux.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Hypochromic anaemia, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Pallor, Skin discolouration, Thrombocythaemia
Clinical narrative: Pt was given vax on 04/25/2000. On 05/01,pt experienced a seizure at home and was hospitalized. Parent described the activity as stiffening of his arms, legs, and his eyes were rolled back into his head. His face was pale and legs were purple. The episode lasted for about one minute. Pt was seen by neurologist. Recommendation was to avoid Pertussis and to give DT from now on. Diagnosis on 5/4/00 is seizures and reflux.
Age: 15.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Psychotic disorder
Clinical narrative: 20 hours post vax, the vaccinee had a psychotic break. No other precipatiting conditions. The pt got better within 2 months with short course of Zyprexa. A follow up report received 8/1/2000 adds: (5/17/00) Pt was hospitalized for a weekend and is now fully recovered.