chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Candidiasis, Dizziness, Dysgeusia, Hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 38 year old female consumer who, on 7/13/99, received her 1st Lymerix injection. Ten days later, on 7/23/99, the pt experienced itching of the entire injection site arm. On 7/27/99, she experienced worsening of the itching. She saw a physician and Benadryl was prescribed without results. On 7/31/99, she experienced nausea. On approximately, 8/2/99, she had bumps on her arm with more itching. She was treated with clobetasol propionate cream, oral Solu-Medrol (6 day taper) and Zyrtec. The itching still did not resolve. The pt saw her physician again and had pustules oozing from the injection site down to her hand not proximal to injection site. The physician said that the arm looked like the pt had poison ivy. The pt reported that the rash was improving. On 8/7/99, she experienced nausea, dizziness, joint pain (mainly legs), fever of 102, flu-like symptoms, thrush and metallic taste. The thrush was treated with Diflucan and is improving. The most recent information, received on 8/5/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Nausea, Pruritus, Pyrexia, Rash pustular
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 38 year old female consumer who, on 7/13/99, received her 1st Lymerix injection. Ten days later, on 7/23/99, the pt experienced itching of the entire injection site arm. On 7/27/99, she experienced worsening of the itching. She saw a physician and Benadryl was prescribed without results. On 7/31/99, she experienced nausea. On approximately, 8/2/99, she had bumps on her arm with more itching. She was treated with clobetasol propionate cream, oral Solu-Medrol (6 day taper) and Zyrtec. The itching still did not resolve. The pt saw her physician again and had pustules oozing from the injection site down to her hand not proximal to injection site. The physician said that the arm looked like the pt had poison ivy. The pt reported that the rash was improving. On 8/7/99, she experienced nausea, dizziness, joint pain (mainly legs), fever of 102, flu-like symptoms, thrush and metallic taste. The thrush was treated with Diflucan and is improving. The most recent information, received on 8/5/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 62.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Pain
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 62 year old female pt who in approximately early June 1999, received her 1st dose of Lymerix. Shortly thereafter, she experienced a very sore arm and had difficulty lifting with it. The pt considered not receiving the 2nd shot of Lymerix. The most recent information on 7/2/99, reports the symptoms resolved.
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache, Neck pain, Pain, Pyrexia, Shoulder pain
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced severe whole injection arm ache, fever, headache, shoulder ache, and neck ache. She was in bed for several days and needed to see a physician. Symptoms are improving but are not resolved yet.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chest discomfort, Condition aggravated, Fatigue, Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Immediately post vax, the pt experienced a buzzing pressure around her heart, worsening shingles, joint pain, and fatigue.
Age: 63.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Three days post vax, the pt developed a rash from his arm to upper breast which itched.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Eye disorder, Eyelid ptosis
Clinical narrative: Several days post vax, the pt experienced unioccular ptosis which was worse later in the day than in the morning.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Asthenia, Diarrhoea, Myalgia, Pelvic pain
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced severe epigastric pain, sharp constant pelvic pain bilaterally, vague viral type reaction, loose bowel movements, weakness, and myalgias. He was treated with Prevacid.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache, Hyperhidrosis, Liver function test abnormal, Malaise, Muscle spasms
Clinical narrative: On 6/21/99, pt experienced headache and malaise. On 6/25/99, his headache worsened and he experienced a rash on his groin and ankle and a fever of 101 degrees. The fever ended on 6/29/99. On 6/30/99, he had heavy sweats and a stiff neck. On 7/1/99, his rash was present on his chest and leg. The groin rash was resolved. He had calf cramps. The pt was seen by physician several times and treated with Motrin, Excedrin, antibiotics, and anti-fungal lotion. He was dx with viral syndrome.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Musculoskeletal stiffness, Pyrexia, Rash, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: On 6/21/99, pt experienced headache and malaise. On 6/25/99, his headache worsened and he experienced a rash on his groin and ankle and a fever of 101 degrees. The fever ended on 6/29/99. On 6/30/99, he had heavy sweats and a stiff neck. On 7/1/99, his rash was present on his chest and leg. The groin rash was resolved. He had calf cramps. The pt was seen by physician several times and treated with Motrin, Excedrin, antibiotics, and anti-fungal lotion. He was dx with viral syndrome.
Age: 53.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, he experienced headaches behind sides of ears.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced arthralgias. An ER visit was required. The pt was treated with ibuprofen.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Back pain, Blood pressure increased, Dizziness, Headache, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hours post vax, the pt experienced headache, severe low back pain, black floaters in her left eye, dizziness, injection site pain, and elevated blood pressure. An ER visit was required. She was treated with Naprosyn, ice packs, and acupressure with tennis balls.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Vitreous floaters
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hours post vax, the pt experienced headache, severe low back pain, black floaters in her left eye, dizziness, injection site pain, and elevated blood pressure. An ER visit was required. She was treated with Naprosyn, ice packs, and acupressure with tennis balls.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site pain, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pt experienced a reddened, sore, and warm injection site. Treated with Advil.
Age: 76.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chills, Decreased appetite, Headache, Pruritus, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: On 6/27/99, the pt experienced a twinge of a headache. On 6/28/99, he had a runny nose, headache on and off, and fleeting shivers. On 6/29/99, he experienced lack of appetite. On 6/30/99, he had a headache with any sudden motion. On 7/2/99, he had a fever of 103. On 7/4/99, he had a truncal rash without itching. There were three separate rash areas on the pt's left side described as 10" x 6" on left hip, 9" X 4" on left groin, and 4" x 1" on left chest. On 7/4/99, he was seen by a physician who started him on doxycyline.
Age: 76.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Rash, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: On 6/27/99, the pt experienced a twinge of a headache. On 6/28/99, he had a runny nose, headache on and off, and fleeting shivers. On 6/29/99, he experienced lack of appetite. On 6/30/99, he had a headache with any sudden motion. On 7/2/99, he had a fever of 103. On 7/4/99, he had a truncal rash without itching. There were three separate rash areas on the pt's left side described as 10" x 6" on left hip, 9" X 4" on left groin, and 4" x 1" on left chest. On 7/4/99, he was seen by a physician who started him on doxycyline.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chills, Headache, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Five days post vax, pt experienced a headache and chills off and on. She also experienced muscle and joint pain of her fingers, knees, hips, wrists, and legs which started between7/22/99 and 7/29/99. She was seen by a physician and treated with Advil.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Influenza like illness, Malaise, Pyrexia, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Two hours post vax, the pt experienced flu-like symptoms, joint pain, malaise, shakiness, chills, and a fever of 101. Tylenol was given and Lymerix was discontinued.
Age: 64.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a doctor of pharmacy referring to a 64 year old male pt who on 1/10/99, received the 2nd dose of Lymerix. Within 24 hours, post vax, he experienced bilateral shoulder stiffness and could not raise his arms. The most recent information, received on 7/5/99, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Lymphoedema, Red blood cell sedimentation rate increased
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 56 year old female pt who received the 1st and 2nd dose of Lymerix on 4/30/99 and 6/4/99, respectively. In early July, 1999, one month after 2nd dose of Lymerix and 64 days after 1st dose, the pt developed a swollen lymph node in her left armpit. At approximately the same time, the pt had poison ivy exposure to her left hand. The pt indicated that a surgeon was possibly going to operate on the swollen lymph node. The most recent information, received on 8/31/99, reported the condition of the pt is unknown.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chills, Pain, Tremor
Clinical narrative: This is a report referring to a 29 year old male who, on 6/6/99, received his 1st dose of Lymerix. Four hours later, the pt experienced chills, shakes and body aches. These symptoms lasted for 2 hours and then resolved. No treatment was given. The most recent information, received on 7/8/99, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Cough, Fatigue, Respiratory tract infection, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a female pt who in April 1999, received her 1st dose of Lymerix, with no untoward effects. In May 1999, she received the 2nd dose and 1 day later, experienced severe joint aches, a respiratory infection, hacking cough and generalized fatigue and sleepiness. She remained in bed for 1 week. The pt was treated with an antibiotic and Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information received on 7/9/1999, reports the symptoms resolved.
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Pain, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a nurse referring to her 41 year old husband. The pt received his 1st Lymerix shot on 6/7/99 and on the same day, he experienced a sore left arm which resolved in 2 days. On 6/9/99, he experienced paresthesias (tingling and numbness) in his left arm. He saw a physician and had an electromyogram performed on 7/1/99 which revealed carpal tunnel syndrome of the left wrist. This was treated with a wrist splint. On 6/7/99, the received the 2nd Lymerix shot in his right arm, with no untoward affects. The most recent information received on 7/9/99, reports the paresthesia of the left arm and carpal tunnel syndrome on the left wrist are ongoing.
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Feeling cold, Hot flush, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a 41 year old male. On 5/26/99, the pt received is 1st dose of Lymerix. Approximately 10 days later, on 6/7/99, the pt experienced generalized rash, itching, shortness of breath, dizziness and hot/cold flashes. She was seen twice by a physician and treated with Medrol Cospak. The most recent information, received on 8/11/99, reports the condition of the pt is recovered.
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a 41 year old male. On 5/26/99, the pt received is 1st dose of Lymerix. Approximately 10 days later, on 6/7/99, the pt experienced generalized rash, itching, shortness of breath, dizziness and hot/cold flashes. She was seen twice by a physician and treated with Medrol Cospak. The most recent information, received on 8/11/99, reports the condition of the pt is recovered.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report referring to a 20 year old female who on 5/21/99, received her 1st dose of Lymerix. The next morning, on 5/22/99, the pt was very itchy and had a very light rash on her arms and legs. She was treated with Benadryl for a "few" days. Symptoms resolved after a "few" days. The most recent information, received on 7/8/99, reports the condition of the pt as resolved.
Age: 49.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chills, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a nurse referring to a 49 year old female pt who on 4/9/99, received her 1st treatment with Lymerix, with no untoward affects. On 6/11/99, she received the 2nd dose and 6 to 12 hours later, she experienced flu-like symptoms and chills. No treatment was given. The most recent information received on 8/9/99, reports the symptoms resolved after 2 weeks.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced joint pain in middle fingers of both hands spreading to whole hand.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Back pain, Diarrhoea, Fatigue, Gastrointestinal disorder, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: Ten days post vax, the pt experienced pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site, fatigue, back pain, fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, gastrointestinal symptoms, and diarrhea. An ER visit was required. The pt was treated with Decadron and Benadryl.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Ten days post vax, the pt experienced pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site, fatigue, back pain, fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, gastrointestinal symptoms, and diarrhea. An ER visit was required. The pt was treated with Decadron and Benadryl.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint swelling, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced severe myalgia, joint pain, and swelling of the ankles and elbow.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypoacusis
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced hearing loss.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Fatigue, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a male pt who received his 1st and 2nd doses of Lymerix on 6/25/99 and 7/27/99, respectively. Following the 2nd dose, the pt experienced unusual fatigue, sleeping several nights from 20:00 to 07:00. He was seen by a physician. No treatment was given. Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information, received on 8/12/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Alcohol poisoning, Chills, Fatigue, Hyperhidrosis, Muscle spasms
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 59 year old male pt who received the 1st and 2nd dose of Lymerix on 3/23/99 and 4/27/99, respectively. Starting in June 1999, the pt experienced excruciating pain, tingly sensation, numbness and cramps (muscular) on the left side of his body. Additionally, he experienced chills, sweats, vertigo and fatigue. He has not driven a car in 6 weeks. He had one glass of wine and felt very drunk. He was seen by a physician and treated with ice packs, physical therapy, electro-stimulation, ultrasound therapy and ibuprofen. The most recent information received on 8/12/99, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain, Paraesthesia, Vertigo
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 59 year old male pt who received the 1st and 2nd dose of Lymerix on 3/23/99 and 4/27/99, respectively. Starting in June 1999, the pt experienced excruciating pain, tingly sensation, numbness and cramps (muscular) on the left side of his body. Additionally, he experienced chills, sweats, vertigo and fatigue. He has not driven a car in 6 weeks. He had one glass of wine and felt very drunk. He was seen by a physician and treated with ice packs, physical therapy, electro-stimulation, ultrasound therapy and ibuprofen. The most recent information received on 8/12/99, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Headache, Hypokinesia, Injection site nodule
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 54 year old female pt and follow-up from her physician. The pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix on 5/28/1999. Afterward, she experienced mild joint pain. On 6/29/1999, she received the 2nd dose of Lymerix and afterward she experienced joint pain, nausea, a bulls-eye rash on her arm, a knot above her injected elbow and she was weak and unable to lift her arm. Aspirin was taken for the headache. On 7/13/99, the pt was treated with prednisone. The most recent information received on 8/11/99 does not provide an outcome.
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Nausea, Rash
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 54 year old female pt and follow-up from her physician. The pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix on 5/28/1999. Afterward, she experienced mild joint pain. On 6/29/1999, she received the 2nd dose of Lymerix and afterward she experienced joint pain, nausea, a bulls-eye rash on her arm, a knot above her injected elbow and she was weak and unable to lift her arm. Aspirin was taken for the headache. On 7/13/99, the pt was treated with prednisone. The most recent information received on 8/11/99 does not provide an outcome.
Age: 52.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt developed a reddened area at the injection site. No treatment was given. This adverse event resolved after 1 1/2 weeks.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Fatigue, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt had her first episode of arthritic symptoms. She had a tick bite about six weeks ago and had erythema around the bite. She then had the second episode of arthritic symptoms since taking Lymerix and felt arthritic pain in back and thumbs. Additionally, she was feverish and exhausted. She felt worse than with previous episodes. The pt did not have any lab test to verify dx and did not yet seek treatment.
Age: 72.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Cellulitis, Joint swelling
Clinical narrative: In July 1999, post vax, he experienced left ankle swelling and was dx with cellulitis. He was treated with a cephalosporin but did not respond. He was subsequently treated with doxycline and an anti-inflammatory drug and he had inflammatory arthritis since he responded so well to treatment.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Muscular weakness
Clinical narrative: Immediately post vax, the pt experienced severe pain at injection site and muscle weakness in left arm.
Age: 58.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a 58 year old female who received her 1st dose of Lymerix on 4/1/99 and 2nd dose on 5/03/99, respectively. 37 days after 2nd dose, on 6/10/99, and 70 days after 1st dose, the pt reported that she had experienced fatigue and dyspnea. She was seen by a physician, who changed her treatment with atenolol to Norvasc. The most recent information, received on 8/17/99, reports the condition of the pt is recovered.
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint stiffness, Malaise, Myalgia, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 34 year old female who received 1st dose of Lymerix in April, 1999, and 2nd dose in May, 1999, respectively. One day after 1st dose, the pt experienced a fever (102) which resolved. One week after receiving 2nd dose, the pt experienced joint and muscular pain, malaise and stiffness in hands, knees and feet. The pt stated that when the 2nd dose was given, the nurse hit a nerve and she had instant pins and needles to her hands. No treatment was given. The fever resolved. All other adverse events are ongoing. The most recent information, received on 8/18/99, reports that the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 34.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 34 year old female who received 1st dose of Lymerix in April, 1999, and 2nd dose in May, 1999, respectively. One day after 1st dose, the pt experienced a fever (102) which resolved. One week after receiving 2nd dose, the pt experienced joint and muscular pain, malaise and stiffness in hands, knees and feet. The pt stated that when the 2nd dose was given, the nurse hit a nerve and she had instant pins and needles to her hands. No treatment was given. The fever resolved. All other adverse events are ongoing. The most recent information, received on 8/18/99, reports that the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chest pain, Injection site pain, Pain, Vaccine positive rechallenge
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 56 year old male who, received his 1st Lymerix on 3/28/1999 and subsequently, for 3-4 days he had discomfort at the injection site which resolved. On 4/28/99, the pt received his 2nd Lymerix and subsequently, he had pain at the injection site radiating to the chest for "several" months. The pt stated that his doctor recommended that the pt receive corticosteroid injection or physical therapy. The pt has used Advil for 1 month to treat discomfort. The most recent information, received on 8/18/1999, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing. On 3/10/00, the pt's wife reported that the pt had experienced lack of mobility again in shoulder and has completed four months of physical therapy. His symptoms are much improved, but are below his baseline. Additionally, the pt experienced pain in knucles.
Age: 68.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint stiffness, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and a 68 year old male pt who, in September of 1999, had symptoms of Lyme disease; severe fatigue and rapid arrhythmia. He received antibiotic treatment and the fatigue resolved immediately but the arrhythmia persisted. Lyme test (December, 1998) was negative. On 7/13/1999, the pt received his 1st dose of Lymerix and 1 week later on 7/20/1999, he experienced minor joint pain in both knees, myalgia and stiffness in ankles, knees and feet which soon went away. On 8/19/1999, the pt received his 2nd dose of Lymerix and on 8/20/1999, he again experienced joint pain in both knees, myalgia and was very stiff to a more severe degree. His knees were x-rayed and he was treated with Celebrex after the 2nd dose. The most recent information, received on 9/9/99, reports the condition of the pt is unknown.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a female who, in August, 1999, received the 1st dose of Lymerix and for several hours after the 1st dose, the pt experienced injection site pain. The most recent information, received on 8/19/1999, reports the condition of the pt is unknown.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a 55 year old female who in April of 1999, the pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix and subsequently, she experienced arthralgia in both hands which did not resolve. In May, 1999, the pt received her 2nd dose of Lymerix and subsequently, she experienced arthralgia in both hands which did not resolve. The physician does not believe that the pt's arthralgia was caused by Lymerix. The most recent information, received on 8/19/1999, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a nurse referring to a 65 year old male who on 7/14/99, received his 1st dose of Lymerix and 3 days later, he developed a rash which covered 1/2 to 3/4 of his upper left arm. The rash lasted 4 days. The most recent information, received on 8/20/1999, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Nausea
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a nurse referring to a 59 year old male who, on 5/27/1999, received his 1st Lymerix shot and several hours later, he experienced nausea for several hours. The symptoms resolved on the same day. The most recent information, received on 8/20/99, reports the condition of the pt as resolved.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Musculoskeletal stiffness, Neck pain, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician and from a 59 year old male pt who, on 3/2/99, received his 1st dose of Lymerix and 1 day later, he experienced a stiff neck, which resolved in 1 week. On 5/11/99, the pt received the 2nd dose of Lymerix, and 1 day later, he experienced a stiff neck, neck pain and tingling from ear lobe to his chin. He was treated with NSAIDS (nos). The most recent information, received on 9/10/99, reports the condition of the pt as unknown.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Back pain, Myalgia, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a female pt in her forties, who received her 1st dose of Lymerix in March of 1999, and experienced lower back pain, which resolved. Also, she experience paresthesias. In April of 1999, she received the 2nd dose and shortly thereafter, she experienced a recurrence of back pain, myalgias, and arthralgias. Treatment included Relafen and Naprosyn. The information received on 8/23/99, reports the symptoms are ongoing. The most recent information received on 8/24/99, does not provide an outcome.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis, Hypokinesia, Pain
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a registered pharmacist referring to a male who received his 1st dose of Lymerix on 2/2/99 and his 2nd dose on 3/2/99, respectively. On 5/13/99, while jogging, the pt experienced arthritis-like pain of both knees. He could not drive his car. He was seen by a physician and was treated with ibuprofen. As of 8/24/99, his pain has slowly abated. He still has some discomfort. The most recent information, received on 8/24/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing. The most recent information received on 5/31/00 reports the condition of the pt as resolved.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Oedema peripheral, Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a 56 year old female who received her 1st dose of Lymerix on 5/5/99 and shortly thereafter, she experienced joint pain and her knee pain increased. Outcome is ongoing. On 6/5/99, she had her 2nd dose of Lymerix and subsequently, she had swelling in her hands and wrists. The physician stated that the pt has been given a tentative dx of rheumatoid arthritis. The pt plans to see a rheumatologist. The most recent information, received on 8/25/99, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache
Clinical narrative: Immediately post vax, the pt experienced a headache. She was seen by a physician and treated with Fioricet and Excedrin.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Lethargy, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced fever and lethargy.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, she experienced joint pain and generalized achiness.
Age: 62.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Pain
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt experienced a very sore left arm and was unable to move it. No treatment was given.
Age: 52.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: In July 1999, she experienced one day of aches and a few days of fever. She was treated with Amoxicillin.
Age: 68.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Asthenia, Dyspnoea, Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: In July 1999, the pt developed acute general weakness, weight loss, and shortness of breath.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced pain in shoulder at injection site which lasted 35 days.
Age: 60.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: In August 1999, post vax, the pt experienced fever. A doctor visit was required and the pt was treated with Tylenol.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Joint swelling, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced knee swelling and diffuse myalgias.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Influenza like illness, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a 50 year old male who received the 1st dose of Lymerix on 7/22/99 and 2nd dose on 8/26/99. Two days after receiving 2nd dose, the pt experienced flu-like symptoms, aching joints, fever, fatigue and nausea. The most recent information, received on 8/30/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint swelling
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician forwarded by a representative referring to an unspecified pt who received his 1st Lymerix injection and on 4/15/1999, the pt received the 2nd dose and on 5/13/99, experienced swollen painful joints described as migratory. Symptomatic treatment was given. The most recent information received on 9/3/1999, reports the symptoms are ongoing. The physician is not sure if the symptoms are related to Lymerix.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Chills, Headache
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician assistant referring to a 14 year old male who on 6/29/99 received his 1st dose of Lymerix and 15-30 minutes later, on 6/29/99, he experienced severe headache, chills and rigors. He was treated with IV Benadryl. The pt was "fine" after 24 hours. Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information, received on 8/27/99, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Malaise, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report by a 47 year old female pt who received her 1st dose of Lymerix on 7/7/99 and 15 days later on 7/22/99, she went to the ER due to a fever of 104.6 and joint pain. She was given medication (nos) to lower her temperature and a 21 day supply of doxycycline. The fever abated and the joint pain decreased. The pt received her 2nd dose on 8/4/99 and subsequently, she experienced fatigue, joint pain and malaise. Her joint pain is getting worse, and the bones in the top of her feet and hands also hurt. Today, she says the joint pain is getting much worse (not the same joint pain one gets with the flu). The most recent information, received on 8/31/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 67.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Pemphigoid
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 67 year old male who in late May, 1999 and late June, 1999, received his 1st and 2nd Lymerix, respectively. At the end of July, 1999, the pt developed a full body rash, which was treated with Atarax, Eurax lotion and Lidex cream. He was dx'd with bullous pemphigoid, which physician described as a "blistering disease." The most recent information, received on 9/1/99, reports that the pt has not yet recovered.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Nausea, Pain, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a male in his thirties who received his first dose of Lymerix on 7/29/99 and subsequently, he felt achy. This symptom resolved. The pt received his 2nd dose of Lymerix on 8/4/99. Seven days later, on 8/11/99, he experienced flu-like symptoms, vomiting and nausea. A doctor visit was required. The most recent information, received on 9/1/99, reports the condition of the patient is ongoing.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a male in his thirties who received his 1st Lymerix and 2 weeks later, he found a deer tick on his chest. The tick was not engorged and came right off. On 8/18, the pt developed a rash on his chest which was splotchy with individual spots varying in size. It was not a bullseye rash. It was not itchy and there were no pustules. During the last week of 8/99, the pt received his 2nd dose of Lymerix. Subsequently, there was no change in the rash. The most recent information, received on 9/1/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Joint stiffness
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 52 year old male who on about 8/2/99, received his 1st dose of Lymerix. The pt is an outdoorsman and has, on occasion, taken ticks off himself. "Soon after" receiving the 1st dose, the pt experienced pain and stiffness in his left knee. He was treated with anti-inflammatory medicine and symptoms resolved. On 9/2/99, the pt received his 2nd dose and 1 hour later, the pt experienced pain and stiffness in his right knee. A doctor visit was required. The pt was treated with Advil. Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information, received on 9/2/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chills, Feeling hot, Muscular weakness, Nausea
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a husband referring to his 51 year old wife who at the end of 4/99, the pt received her 1st left arm dose of Lymerix. Two weeks later, she experienced right arm, elbow and wrist pain; her joints ached; she had chills and then felt hot; she could not lift up a coffee cup, and she was nauseous. These symptoms are getting worse. An ER or doctor visit was required. She was treated with Vicodan, which she found to be ineffective. Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information, received on 9/3/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Rash
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date, the pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix and immediately afterwards, the pt had an allergic reaction with generalized rash. She was treated with an unspecified medication. The rash lasted for approximately one week. Lymerix was discontinued. The most recent information, received on 9/7/99, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Rash
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a RN referring to a 38 year old female who on 9/2/99, the pt received her first dose of Lymerix and within 2 hours, the pt experienced an allergic rash. She was treated with Benadryl and the rash resolved. The most recent information, received on 9/3/99, reports the condition of the pt is resolved.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: On 8/27/99, the pt received the first dose of Lymerix. Six days later on 9/2/99, the pt experienced arthralgia in upper extremities, feet, and back. Additionally, he developed a pruritic erythematous rash on trunk and both arms. He was prescribed an anti-inflammatory for the arthralgia and Benadryl for the rash.  The arthralgia is resolving but all symptoms remain.  The most recent information received on 9/7/99 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 59.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Influenza like illness, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: One week following the 3rd dose of Lymerix, the pt experienced flu-like symptoms, myalgias and arthralgias.  The most recent information received on 9/3/99, reports the pt made a full recovery.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: On 5/21/99, the pt received his first treatment with Lymerix. The same day, he experienced muscle and joint pain.  No treatment was given. The most recent information received on 9/9/99 reports the symptoms resolved after approximately one month. The reporting physician considered these adverse events to be disabling and incapacitating.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: The pt received the first and second doses of Lymerix in June, 1999 and July, 1999 respectively.  In August, 1999, the pt experienced myalgia and pain in his buttocks.  The most recent information, received on 09/13/99, reports the condition of the pt is unknown.  No further information is available.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Myalgia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician referring to a female pt who is approximately 65 years of age. The pt received her 1st dose of Lymerix in June of 1999 and her 2nd dose in July of 1999. In August of 1999, she experienced myalgia. The most recent information, received on 9/13/1999, reports the condition of the pt in unknown. No further information is available.
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a physician/pt, on an unspecified date, received a dose of Lymerix and subsequently, he experienced considerable pain in the shoulder. The most recent information, received on 9/20/99, reports the condition of the pt is unknown.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Fatigue, Infection parasitic, Malaise, Pharyngitis
Clinical narrative: This is a spontaneous report from a 26 year old female pt who in April 1999, received her 1st dose of Lymerix and subsequently, she experienced fatigue, joint pain and malaise. Outcome: the joint pain lessened, and the fatigue and malaise resolved. The pt received her 2nd dose on 5/21/99 and in July, 1999, she experienced pharyngitis, and joint pain. The joint pain has lessened but the pharyngitis persists. An ER or doctor visit was required. Lab work was done on 8/30/1999 and she was dx'd with Lyme disease. She was treated with doxycycline starting on 9/2/99. The pt reported that she had lack of effect from Lymerix (although she had not completed the Lymerix series). The most recent information, received on 9/14/99, reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache
Clinical narrative: Within 48 hours post vax, the pt experienced a severe headache. He was treated with Tylenol and Advil. The headache resolved in 22 hours. In addition to this pt several other pts have complained of headache.
Sex: U
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Dizziness, Hyperhidrosis, Nausea
Clinical narrative: 30 minutes post vax, the pt became dizzy, nauseated, and broke into a sweat. The pt called a physician who was certain that the pt had had a reaction to Lymerix.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthritis
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, he experienced migratory arthritis which persisted for three weeks. He was treated with prednisone for eight days.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pharyngeal oedema, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Approximately 7 hours post vax, pt began itching all over and subsequently broke out in rashes. The itching moved to her throat and pt felt swelling in the back of her mouth. Pt was seen in the ER on 06/06/2000.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Pt developed red raised bumps with white heads all over body.
Age: 1.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Skin nodule
Clinical narrative: Pt developed erythema on left thigh, with induration that lasted 36 hours.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Agitation, Emotional disorder, Mental retardation severity unspecified, Pyrexia, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Pt developed slight fever after 1st DPT. Pt developed slight fever, screaming episodes and limbs trembled after 2nd DPT. Pt developed slight fever, screaming episodes and became introverted after MMR vax.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Fatigue, Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt developed an injection site reaction characterized by swelling, redness and pain.  Pt experienced extreme fatigue and flu like symptoms for two days.  Pain and swelling remain at injection site.
Age: 9.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a slightly tender 3 X 3 area erythema on left arm.
Age: 18.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MEN
Symptoms: Disorientation, Eye movement disorder, Feeling abnormal, Pallor
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt felt funny and became pale. Then pt's eyes rolled up and hands were clenched by his side. He became disoriented, thrashing, yelling leave me alone. Then pt came to and did not remember his actions.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Neck pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hours post vax, pt developed neck and leg pains. Dx arthralgia.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Oedema peripheral, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt developed right thigh swelling and hives.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Asthenia, Pallor, Stupor
Clinical narrative: Pt turned pale and weak with decreased responsiveness to stimulation X 40 minutes.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Swelling, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: A few hours post vax, pt developed hives on soft tissue of eyes. Pt experienced severe swelling.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Febrile convulsion, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced febrile seizure X 15 minutes temp 103, pt also developed rash
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site mass, Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: Mom called, and reported that the child has a few bumps around site and a knot the size of a quarter.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Pt developed swelling from injection site to the knee. Felt warm to touch.
Age: 1.7
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Erythema, Feeling hot, Oedema
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, pt developed redness and swelling.  Warm to touch. Treated with Augmentin, Benadryl, and Tylenol.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Pt's mother reported the pt experienced a red raised area at the injection site, with warmth to the touch. The office applied a topical cream and gave Benadryl. Pt was observed for 30 minutes and the edema and erythema decreased.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: 5 - 10 minutes post vax, pt developed an urticarial rash.  The rash persisted and lasted approximately 2 - 3 hours each occurrence.  Atarax is being administered every 4 - 6 hours.
Age: 1.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt had a fever of 104 F, 12 days post vax.  Taken to ER.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Back pain, Dyspnoea, Eye oedema, Face oedema, Pain
Clinical narrative: 2 days post vax, pt experienced swelling of face and eyes, slight shortness of breath,and legs and back ached.  On the third day pt went to ER and got some "little orange pills", (does not know name) for swelling. After 3 - 6 days pt recovered.
Age: 37.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain
Clinical narrative: The day of vaccination pt experienced throbbing sensation with pain that radiates into shoulder that is still present.  Pt was advised to see his PMD to be evaluated.
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: 2 days post vax, pt developed a lumpy itchy rash on abdomen, arms and legs.  The rash lasted 2-3 weeks.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Ecchymosis, Pain
Clinical narrative: Approximately one week post vax pt developed a sore arm with a bruise from shoulder to elbow. Pt indicated that he did some heavy lifting and felt a "pop".  Arm became really sore and whole upper arm black and blue.
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Infection, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced immediate swelling at injection site.  Suspected infection - pt on antibiotics.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Coma, Confusional state, Eye movement disorder
Clinical narrative: Approximately 2 weeks post vax, pt was playing at home then laid on floor unresponsive; eyes rolled up; glazed ; knees drawn up; no jerking at all; lasting for 1 minute.  Pt confused for 1 minute after.  No incontinence, no vomiting. Pt back to normal in few minutes and slept on the way to hospital.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Dyskinesia, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Subsequently post vax, the pt experienced a fever of 101 for 2 days. On 6/2/00, the pt experienced a jerking motion of her right arm and leg, shrugging of her shoulders, and random or choreiform movements of her arms. The pt was hospitalized and referred to a neurologist for evaluation. The reporter had a concern about the lot of vaccine administered.  Follow-up information from a physician indicated that the pt's mother reported twitching or tic much less often. These symptoms were noticed more during recent febrile episodes.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV
Symptoms: Meningitis
Clinical narrative: It was reported a 2 year old female pt received an Act-Hib vaccination on 9/22/98. Reportedly on 5/24/00, the pt was admitted to the hospital for a duration of 10 days. Diagnosed with H flu Meningitis serotype 4. Further information has been requested. FOLLOW-UP correspondence received 04/23/2001, it was reported patient treated with cefotax and Ceftriaxone for ten days (IV). "Patient returned to our clinic post hospitalization only once on 06/05/2000, at that time progress note indicates. Patient has only fever from an unrelated illness, a cold most likely. Patient has not been seen here since june 2000. Mailed follow-up correspondence received on 06/13/2001 stated the route and site of the administered vaccines are not available.  FOLLOW-UP correspondence received on 10/29/2001, it was reported, "The patient has not been seen since 06/05/2000 as previously noted Upon review of copy of vaccination record, patient appears to have been admitted to hospital by primary care attending. Current status of patient is unknown.
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: Three days post vax the pt died of unknown cause most likely related to severe BPD, prematurity and failure to thrive.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Difficulty in walking, Fatigue, Immune system disorder, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced flu like symptoms, severe body pain with joint pain. After second injection in June, 99, pt experienced more pain throughout body for the past year, was unable to walk for a short period. 60 day follow-up dated 10/03/00 provided no additional data. The annual follow-up states pain; extreme fatigue; paralysis; autoimmune; lyme WB -.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Laboratory test abnormal, Pain, Paralysis
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced flu like symptoms, severe body pain with joint pain. After second injection in June, 99, pt experienced more pain throughout body for the past year, was unable to walk for a short period. 60 day follow-up dated 10/03/00 provided no additional data. The annual follow-up states pain; extreme fatigue; paralysis; autoimmune; lyme WB -.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Difficulty in walking, Laboratory test abnormal, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced flu like symptoms, severe body pain with joint pain. After second injection in June, 99, pt experienced more pain throughout body for the past year, was unable to walk for a short period. 60 day follow-up dated 10/03/00 provided no additional data. The annual follow-up states pain; extreme fatigue; paralysis; autoimmune; lyme WB -.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, TD
Symptoms: Anaphylactic reaction, Asthenia, Chills, Hypotension, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Anaphylactic reaction after vax. Hypotension, chills, nausea, weakness, and prolonged sleepiness.