chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 41.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthritis
Clinical narrative: Arthritis developed one day after receiving shot. He has been under a doctors care since Sept 99 after receiving his 5th Anthrax shot.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Hyperventilation, Irritability, Pyrexia, Splenomegaly
Clinical narrative: On 3/14/00, the pt had a viral illness with fussiness and discomfort. On that same day, he received Extendryl and Comvax. He takes Tylenol.  On 3/14/00, the pt received an injection of Infanrix. On 3/14/00, the pt experienced constant irritability, a worsening of his baseline condition, after receiving his immunizations. The pt developed a fever greater than 104 degrees rectally. The pt was seen in a clinic as a first time pt on the day of admission (3/15/00) with extreme excessive irritability, extremely difficult to console. At that time, the fever was greater than 104. Due to the excessive irritability and  marked febrile illness, the pt was admitted for observation and further care.  At the time of admission, temp was 103/3, pulse 136, respiratory rate 40 even and unlabored. He was discharged on 3/17/00 with final diagnoses of irritability and reaction to DTaP.  He was treated with IV fluids and Tylenol. further treatment of pt during hospitalization is unknown as hospital discharge summary was not provided.  The most recent information received 4/27/00 reports the condition of the pt as fully recovered.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: On 3/14/00, the pt had a viral illness with fussiness and discomfort. On that same day, he received Extendryl and Comvax. He takes Tylenol.  On 3/14/00, the pt received an injection of Infanrix. On 3/14/00, the pt experienced constant irritability, a worsening of his baseline condition, after receiving his immunizations. The pt developed a fever greater than 104 degrees rectally. The pt was seen in a clinic as a first time pt on the day of admission (3/15/00) with extreme excessive irritability, extremely difficult to console. At that time, the fever was greater than 104. Due to the excessive irritability and  marked febrile illness, the pt was admitted for observation and further care.  At the time of admission, temp was 103/3, pulse 136, respiratory rate 40 even and unlabored. He was discharged on 3/17/00 with final diagnoses of irritability and reaction to DTaP.  He was treated with IV fluids and Tylenol. further treatment of pt during hospitalization is unknown as hospital discharge summary was not provided.  The most recent information received 4/27/00 reports the condition of the pt as fully recovered.
Age: 1.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Platelet count decreased, Thrombocytopenic purpura
Clinical narrative: Child developed thrombocytopenic purpura 17 days post vax. Hospitalized and treated with intravenous gamma globulin with resolution.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Fatigue, Guillain-Barre syndrome, Hypoaesthesia, Muscular weakness
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced chronic fatigue, muscle pain entire body, spinal column hard, inflamed. Skin on back, arms, legs and neck very thick (hard). Numbness in feet and hands, heavy legs. Very strange mucous coming from lungs, very thick, shortness of breath. Possible Guillain Barre syndrome. Annual follow up states patient still has muscle weakness, fatigue, and inflammation in arms and legs.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Myalgia, Opisthotonus, Productive cough, Sensation of heaviness, Skin disorder
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced chronic fatigue, muscle pain entire body, spinal column hard, inflamed. Skin on back, arms, legs and neck very thick (hard). Numbness in feet and hands, heavy legs. Very strange mucous coming from lungs, very thick, shortness of breath. Possible Guillain Barre syndrome. Annual follow up states patient still has muscle weakness, fatigue, and inflammation in arms and legs.
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Amnesia, Chills, Convulsion, Cyst
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Dizziness, Eye movement disorder, Fatigue, Headache, Heart rate increased
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Pain, Rash, Respiratory arrest, Sinus tachycardia
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Staring, Tinnitus, Vision blurred, Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Apnoea, Convulsion, Dermal cyst, Fatigue, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, ANTH
Symptoms: Sleep disorder, Syncope
Clinical narrative: Fourth vax received on 09/17/1999. Post vax, previous reactions became worse (burning sensation and pain where shot was given, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, cysts on scalp) and developed new ones. Lost  50 pounds since 4th vax. Sought medical attention but no resolution. Began eating anything and everything and weight finally stabilized. Noticed red bumps on arms and legs, experiencing dizziness and felt as if would pass out on daily basis. Vision was blurry and narrowing down. Ears started ringing periodically and experienced chills frequently. Have been unable to gain any weight previously lost. Still experiencing dizzy spells, ear ringing, and headaches. Also severe abdominal pains when going to the bathroom, shin pains which last for a few hours for no apparent reason, and fatigue.  Is so tired in the afternoon, that taking a nap doesn't do any good. Began experiencing short term memory loss with the dizziness a couple of days ago and lasts for 10 to 20 minutes. Physician stated that cysts could be caused from working out. Something to do with sweating. He also doubts that it might be anthrax related but said he is uncertain.  Dizzy spells are more frequent, eventually turning into seizures lasting from 10-30 minutes. First occurred 02/30. Vision narrowed and then all black. Was taken to hospital, tests scheduled and released. Was restricted from driving. Over the weekend experienced dizzy spells, light headedness and the blank stare with no response for several minutes. Later found out these were a different form of seizures. Following an additional seizure on 03/04, pt wash hospitalized overnight and tests scheduled all of which came back negative. After heart rate readings during seizure were obtained, physician concluded diagnosis of Sinus Tachycardia. Was prescribed heart, anxiety, and sleep medication. Was placed on convalescent leave for two weeks.  03/08 experienced seizure, eyes rolled back, eyes dilated, rapid pulse, and breathing stopped. Wife began CPR until revived. Same afternoon at commanding officer, experienced another seizure. Breathing ceased for 5 minutes and CPR was performed. Was hospitalized and referred to cardiologist. Was instructed to wear events monitor and not to drive, go to work, or to be alone. Experience fatigue and shortness of breath easily and often. Feel confused, irritable, disoriented dazed, and forgetful daily. 60 Day FU indicates still suffering chronic insomnia/sleep deprivation with secondary neuropsychological deficits
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Cyst, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: I still felt the burning sensation and pain where the shot was given. Soon after, I started developing cysts on my scalp. No treatment received.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Cyst
Clinical narrative: Same symptoms as with previous 2 shots and more cysts developed. I had 10 cysts surgically removed.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Abdominal pain upper, Chills, Dizziness, Ketosis, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: My reactions with previous shots had gotten and I developed new ones. Lost 50 pounds, dizziness at least 10 times per day, ears began ringing periodically and got the chills often. Developed 2 new bumps on my penis and have muscle and stomach pains.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Skin nodule, Tinnitus, Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: My reactions with previous shots had gotten and I developed new ones. Lost 50 pounds, dizziness at least 10 times per day, ears began ringing periodically and got the chills often. Developed 2 new bumps on my penis and have muscle and stomach pains.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Muscle twitching
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced muscle twitching in right arm around previous injection site post vax, lasting for approximately 10 days. This is a reoccurring event happening each time the pt receives vax.   Muscle twitching is almost continuous post vax and lasts about one week. This vax was in left arm but twitching occurred in the right around injection site.
Age: 34.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Sore, red spot 1.5" to 2" across upper arm, lasted 3 days and soreness lasted 6 days.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Fatigue, Headache, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: Approximately 3 months post vax, pt developed night sweats, fatigue, fevers, abdominal pain, nausea, headaches, knee pains, and adenopathy that has persisted.
Age: 27.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Nausea, Night sweats, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Approximately 3 months post vax, pt developed night sweats, fatigue, fevers, abdominal pain, nausea, headaches, knee pains, and adenopathy that has persisted.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Convulsion, Febrile convulsion, Laboratory test abnormal, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Pt with fever of 103.8 and 1st seizure 48-72 hours post 5th vax in series. Seen at ER. Dx was strep throat and seizure, possibly febrile seizure per neurologist. Given IM Ceftriaxone. Sent home. To follow up 8 hours later.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Syncope
Clinical narrative: Syncope, dehydration, dizziness, epistaxis, headache. 03/01/2000, the pt experienced the first of many fainting episodes. The reporter noted, 'She goes completely unconscious for about one or two minutes' and 'when she wakes up, she doesn't remember anything about the fainting.' The reporter noted that the fainting had been happening almost every day, sometimes twice a day. The reporter indicated that 'there was a period of seven days with no episodes, however, she experienced two episodes on Saturday, and another on Sunday and Monday.' The reporter noted that the pt had no previous history of fainting episodes or unconsciousness prior to receiving the vax. Unspecified cardiovascular and neurological tests have shown no abnormality. Follow-up information received from a mid-wife revealed that the pt was having nosebleeds as well, described as 'frequently spontaneous and a lot of bleeding.' She had nosebleeds 5-6 times per day lasting 15-20 minutes, but sometimes lasting as long as one hour. Additional follow-up received from a physician indicated the pt was a normal, '100% healthy, athletic' teenager with no significant medical history. She received the vax because she was planning to travel as part of a high school class trip. The physician confirmed he has seen this pt 'a number of times' since March 1st, for what had been described by the pt and her parents as 'fainting episodes.' The physician stated these events have been witnessed by the pt's school nurse, and that at one point, the pt was having as least one fainting episode per day. In addition to the reporting physician, the pt work-ups including numerous lab/diagnostic testing. To date, all test results have been normal with the exception of a 'positive tilt test.' Additionally, the reporting physician noted the pt was 'slightly dehydrated.' As a result, she has been diagnosed with 'neurogenic syncope', which the cardiologist feels is related to her not drinking enough. She experienced dizziness with syncope 3-4 times per week. She also had pain in the left lateral head preceding syncope 5 times in 2 weeks. The pt has been told to increase her fluid intake. The reporting physician indicated he had not spoken with the pt/family since she began increasing her fluid intake, so he does not know if this has resulted in the resolution of the fainting spells. Additionally, the reporting physician confirmed the pt has experienced several nosebleeds, though he did not indicate they were severe or persistent. He stated she has been examined thoroughly, and there is no problem with her nose, nor is there any abnormality with the bloodwork/platelet counts. The reporting physician believes the nosebleeds are unrelated to the neurogenic syncope, and feels that they are 'seasonal.' Though the pt's experiences are temporally associated with the vax, the physician stated that he really does not think the events are related to the pt's vax, though he cannot say for certain they are unrelated. The neurogenic syncope was considered an 'other medical event.' Additional information has been requested.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Electroencephalogram abnormal
Clinical narrative: Partial Seizures. A physician reported that 2 days post vax on 01/29, child experienced a seizure that lasted 5-6 seconds. 01/30, he experienced another seizure and on 01/31, he experienced 2 seizures each of which lasted a 'few' seconds. The pt was seen by a physician. There he developed a seizure, an EEG was done and blood sample (unspecified) was taken. He was admitted to a hospital, where EEG, MRI and blood draw (unspecified test) were performed. During the EEG, he experienced a partial seizure. The pt was treated with valproic acid and discharged. The pt had seizures ever hour while on the valproic acid. Tegretol was started and valproic acid discontinued.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection, Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: Haemophilus influenza type b bacteremia in a child that had been fully immunized at various health clinics. Dates are as follows: 06/06/95, 11/22/95, 8/25/96, 08/22/99. Immunologic evaluation is in process to exclude underlying immunodeficiency.  60 day follow-up dated 09/27/00 states was not a vaccine failure.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Stupor
Clinical narrative: Hyporesponsive - mother could not awaken child this morning even when bathing him. No fever or other signs of illness.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MEA, MEA
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Lymphadenopathy, Myalgia, Pharyngitis, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt recv vax on 3/30/99; on 4/9/99 pt exp headache, myalgia, arthralgia, rash on entire body, swollen/ tender submandibular nodes, sore throat
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Face oedema, Hypoaesthesia, Lymphoedema, Tinnitus
Clinical narrative: Approximately 4 weeks, post vax, occasional tinnitus in left ear became constant as of December 1998. Left side of face numbness for 7 months in 1999. After June inj, face swollen, glands in left ear swollen, lasted several days.
Age: 39.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: Post 2nd vax in series, pt experienced a miscarriage. Lab work was taken prior to and following the adverse event. This report is part of the pregnancy registry. Correction to this report the pt did not experience a miscarriage as an adverse event.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: RV
Symptoms: Intussusception
Clinical narrative: On 4/26/2000, pt developed intussusception, non-reducible by barium enema. Was reduced in surgery. Bowel intact and no illness or stomach flu.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Post vax, 5th and 6th doses of Anthrax, pt had approximately 15cm erythematous, edematous, local reaction in left upper arm.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Hypoaesthesia oral, Periorbital oedema, Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 3/26, woke with large hives covering entire body, swollen eyes, swollen and numb lips and itchy. No SOB. Seen at ER and given IV Benadryl, IV Pepcid and IV prednisone. Rx for oral prednisone, Benadryl and Tagamet. 3/27, improved, but on 3/28, hives flared. No SOB. Seen by com. personal physician and given Solu-Medrol, IM, and increased oral dose of prednisone. On 3/29, seen by allergist and dx'd with possible Anthrax vaccine adverse event. Continued 3 week course of prednisone with steadily decreasing symptoms. Completely recovered.  Follow up 06/05/2000: "Patient recovered from adverse event."
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Pruritus, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: Twenty-four hours post vax, noted itching. Forty-eight hours post vax, noted red, swollen, hot area 6x3 inches at site of injection. Symptoms continued through 96 hours post vax.  All symptoms completely resolved. No symptoms at this time, except subcutaneous nodule not painful but still persistent.
Age: 24.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: 10 x 12 cm indurated erythematous patch consistent with large local reaction.
Age: 25.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: None Stated
Age: 23.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Headache
Clinical narrative: Headaches started after 5th shot. He was getting 4-5 per day in the bitemporl area. Treated with Motrin and told to follow up with his primary care physician.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: Three days post vax, pt experienced 12 x 18 cm erythematous area on left triceps area.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site inflammation
Clinical narrative: Within a few hours of injection, pt developed a 50 cent piece size area of inflammation. Two days later, it had progressed to 4
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Migraine
Clinical narrative: Complained of migraines related to anthrax developing post 3rd vax in series. Approximately 4-5 migraine episodes. No historically triggering events noted. No family history of migraines; no prior history of migraines. Responded promptly to SQ Imitrex during episode.
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Chest discomfort, Condition aggravated, Dyspnoea, Heart rate increased, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: One hour post vax, pt had sudden onset of shortness of breath. Used inhaler with Primatene mist with some relief of symptoms. Pt describes chest tightness with jaw tingling and left arm/shoulder tingling that persisted Occasional episodes of fast heart rate. She was driven to an occupational health clinic by significant other but upon her arrival, she refused any evaluation or treatment. She rested at home with observation by significant other. Symptoms alternately improved and flared over next two days. All symptoms resolved at this time.
Age: 30.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Pain, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Neck and body aches starting day of vax. Itching, redness and swelling on the site - induration and erythema involves approximately 3 cm above injection and 15 cm below injection.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chills, Nausea
Clinical narrative: Nausea, achy joints, chills.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Anxiety, Astigmatism, Condition aggravated, Depression, Eye disorder
Clinical narrative: 02/25/2000 Pt sought treatment for left arm pain which had increased since the most recent vax in series. 03/22 Pt sought medical treatment and physician ruled out carpal tunnel syndrome, left ulnar neuropathy, and left brachial plexopathy in muscles. 04/03 Pt received a 13 day leave from work due to dx of anxiety and depression. 04/05 Pt consulted with ophthalmologist for adult strabismus in right eye which had also become more erratic post his 4th vax. His dx was intermittent exotropia, convergence insufficiency, and myopic astigmatism. Noted also that his medical history was significant for left arm pain and numbness of unknown etiology. Pt is also experiencing neck pain.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Myopia, Neck pain, Pain, Strabismus, Torticollis
Clinical narrative: 02/25/2000 Pt sought treatment for left arm pain which had increased since the most recent vax in series. 03/22 Pt sought medical treatment and physician ruled out carpal tunnel syndrome, left ulnar neuropathy, and left brachial plexopathy in muscles. 04/03 Pt received a 13 day leave from work due to dx of anxiety and depression. 04/05 Pt consulted with ophthalmologist for adult strabismus in right eye which had also become more erratic post his 4th vax. His dx was intermittent exotropia, convergence insufficiency, and myopic astigmatism. Noted also that his medical history was significant for left arm pain and numbness of unknown etiology. Pt is also experiencing neck pain.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: The following morning post vax, noticed site of injection was warm, red, swollen to size of silver dollar.
Sex: F
Vaccine: MEA
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: Lack of response. Information received regarding an adult female who received vax. Subsequent laboratory evaluation revealed no immunity. No further information is available.
Sex: U
Vaccine: MEA
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist relayed information from a physician concerning a pt who received vax live. Subsequently, within the same month the pt experienced measles. The reporter expressed concern with the vax lot. No further information is available.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MEA
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Laboratory test abnormal, Lymphadenopathy, Oedema peripheral, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: This 22-year-old female received vax in left arm. Four days post vax, pt experienced adenopathy and hand swelling and arthralgia. Three months post vax, 10/98, pt experienced swollen knees and also experienced swelling in right hip and adenopathy was noted more on the right side. Follow up information reported that the pt was referred to a rheumatologist who dxed Parvovirus. The pt tested positive. The physician felt symptoms were not related to the vax. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 0.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Seven post vax administration, this child began to have seizures. Her grandmother called the manufacturer and described the seizures as stiffening of the arms and legs followed by shaking of the torso for about 3 seconds. The child would seem unaware that anything had happened and would continue her activity after the seizure. At first this occurred once daily, but the frequency has increased over time, according to the grandfather. Treatment being sought through hospital. Tests are pending.
Age: 0.6
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Cough, Drug ineffective, Infection, Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: 06/18/99 pt received second pertussis vax along with other vaxs. On an unknown date, the pt was exposed to an aunt who had pertussis. On 07/09, the pt tested positive for pertussis and was not hospitalized. She was treated with Zithromax for her cough. Subsequently, she recovered.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Agitation, Screaming
Clinical narrative: This 2 month old pt received vaxs on 05/17/99. Two days post vax, 05/19. she experienced irritability and crying from 3:30 AM - 6:00 PM. She was seen in the ER and hospitalized. No fever was noted. A sepsis work-up was completed. Cultures and lumbar punctures were negative. Subsequently, the pt recovered and on 05/21 she was discharged.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site haemorrhage, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: On 08/20/99, this 5 year old child received first vax in the DTaP series. The following day, 08/21, he experienced the injected arm becoming swollen to 3.5 inches, tender to the touch and discolored. The most recent information received on 08/24, reports the symptoms have improved.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, RV
Symptoms: Rash papular
Clinical narrative: At the time of vax, the infant's father had a cold sore and the infant was breast fed by his mother, who had herpes simplex virus. On 05/17/99, the pt received vaxs. Later that same day, he developed papules ranging form 'eraser-head' size to 'pinpoint' over the trunk, neck and bilateral, proximal upper extremities. Physician attributed the rash to exposure to herpes simplex-1. The most recent information , received on 09/29/99 report the condition of pt is resolved.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: This 18 month old female received her fourth dose of vax on 09/27/99. In the evening of the same day, she experienced a local reaction at the injection site with redness, swelling, and tenderness. The following the site was less hot, but the event continued. Ice and ibuprofen were used to treat the reaction. The most recent information received on 09/29, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: On 09/27/99, this 18 month old pt received his fourth vax in series. That evening post vax, pt experienced a local reaction at the injection site consisting of redness, swelling, tenderness, and heat. The site was less red and hot the following day. Ice and ibuprofen were used to treat the reaction. The most recent information received 09/29, reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: This 15 month old male received his fourth dose of vax in series on 09/27/99. During the evening of the same day, he experienced a local reaction at the injection site consisting of redness, swelling, tenderness and heat. The following day, the site was less red and hot. The site was treated with ice and ibuprofen. The most recent information received on 09/29, report the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: On 10/05/1999, this 5 year old pt received his 5th dose in the series. Two days later, 10/07, he experienced severe erythema, swelling, and harness at the injection site. The most recent information received on 10/12, reports the condition of the pt as unknown.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: This 2 year old female received her fourth dose of vax in series on 10/05/99. Three days later on 10/11, she experienced severe erythema, swelling, and harness at the injection site. The most recent information received on 10/12 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: This 4 month old baby received her second vax in the series on 10/19/99. The same day post vax, she experienced redness and swelling of her injected right leg, and a large 30 cm knot appeared on her right leg. No treatment was given. The most recent information received on 10/22, reports the symptoms are better, but the right thigh is still swollen.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Ecchymosis, Erythema, Pain, Skin nodule
Clinical narrative: On an unspecified date, this 5 year old female received her fourth dose of vax in series. One day later she developed an area on the deltoid of erythema and induration. The induration was approximately 2 inches with some slight ecchymosis. The pt complained that her arm was sore. She was instructed on cool compresses and Tylenol. The most recent information received on 10/21 reports the condition of the pt is ongoing.
Age: 0.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Gastroenteritis, Rash, Vomiting neonatal
Clinical narrative: This 44-day-old female received vaxs on 04/26/1999. Within 2 hours post vax, the infant developed a red rash that looked like a 'rough rash' which worsened, and extended to her chest, back, arms and legs. She also developed vomiting and 'explosive green loose stools' which started one day post vax and lasted for 2 days. The pt was presented to the physician and was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Subsequently, the pt recovered form acute gastroenteritis. No further information is available.
Age: 0.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Erythema, Faeces discoloured, Gastroenteritis, Rash
Clinical narrative: This 44-day-old female received vaxs on 04/26/1999. Within 2 hours post vax, the infant developed a red rash that looked like a 'rough rash' which worsened, and extended to her chest, back, arms and legs. She also developed vomiting and 'explosive green loose stools' which started one day post vax and lasted for 2 days. The pt was presented to the physician and was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Subsequently, the pt recovered form acute gastroenteritis. No further information is available.
Age: 0.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, RV
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: This 44-day-old female received vaxs on 04/26/1999. Within 2 hours post vax, the infant developed a red rash that looked like a 'rough rash' which worsened, and extended to her chest, back, arms and legs. She also developed vomiting and 'explosive green loose stools' which started one day post vax and lasted for 2 days. The pt was presented to the physician and was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Subsequently, the pt recovered form acute gastroenteritis. No further information is available.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Irritability
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 10 week old male who, post vax, became very fussy and inconsolable. On 11/25/98, the pt was seen by a physician who noted the pt to be less irritable. On an unspecified date, the pt recovered. Additional information has been requested. Follow up provided no additional data.
Age: 0.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, RV
Symptoms: Cyanosis, Rash macular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a RN concerning a 6 month old female pt who, post vax, within minutes, mother notified office staff that the pt's legs became blotchy, turned purplish, and had a dusky appearance (mottling). The pt was seen by the physician, who noted that only the left leg appeared as the mother reported. The pt's left thigh appeared blue/red dusky, post vax. The color of the leg improved after the pt's diaper was removed.  Follow up on 03/15/2001: "Information has been received from a RN concerning a 6 m;onth old Caucasian female patient who on 05/19/1999 was vaccinated with a third dose of hepatitis b vaccine recombinant (yeast) IM in the right lower thigh.  Concomitant vaccinations that same day included a third dose of diphtheria toxoid (+) pertussis
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Nasopharyngitis, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning his 11 year old son with a head cold who, on 12/30/99, post vax, experienced fever and arm soreness. On the morning of 12/31/99, the pt's fever was 101.7F. The reporter noted that the pt, along with his siser are both experiencing head colds and he is unsure as to whether or not the pt's experiences are related to the vaccine or the cold. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Erythema multiforme, Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from an RN concerning a female pt who, post vax, within 24 hours, developed "a hypersensitivity reaction and was seen by a dermatologist who dx'd erythema multiforme, which was confirmed by biopsy." Additional information has been requested. Follow up information from a registered nurse reported that the patient developed the rash on her arms and chest. It was noted that no further vaccinations were administered and that the patient had not had any problems with previous vaccinations. The patient subsequently recovered.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Globulins increased, Red blood cell sedimentation rate increased
Clinical narrative: In April, 1999, the pt received her first injection of Lymerix, with no side effects. In May, 1999, she received the second dose and the frequency of her arthralgias seemed to lessen. Approximately 5 months later, October, 1999, he arthralgias increased, and she went to a rheumatologist. She was found to have an elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and on 10/25/1999 was diagnosed with Waldenstroms macroglobulinomia. She was hospitalized in late November 1999 and received chemotherapy for one week. She again was hospitalized on 1/7/00 and received another week of chemotherapy.  The information received on 4/27/00 provides no further information.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Blood disorder, Condition aggravated, Red blood cell sedimentation rate increased
Clinical narrative: In April, 1999, the pt received her first injection of Lymerix, with no side effects. In May, 1999, she received the second dose and the frequency of her arthralgias seemed to lessen. Approximately 5 months later, October, 1999, he arthralgias increased, and she went to a rheumatologist. She was found to have an elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and on 10/25/1999 was diagnosed with Waldenstroms macroglobulinomia. She was hospitalized in late November 1999 and received chemotherapy for one week. She again was hospitalized on 1/7/00 and received another week of chemotherapy.  The information received on 4/27/00 provides no further information.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Apnoea, Blood urine present, Cyanosis, Depressed level of consciousness, Glucose urine present
Clinical narrative: Post vax, mom put child to sleep and when she went to check on him she found him face down in the crib
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Haematochezia, Proteinuria, Red blood cells urine, Urinary tract infection
Clinical narrative: Post vax, mom put child to sleep and when she went to check on him she found him face down in the crib
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Sudden infant death syndrome
Clinical narrative: The reporter received a telephone call from a medical examiner who indicated that on 4/9/00, the pt died of a presumed SIDS. History that the medical examiner obtained from the mother indicated that she and the baby had gone to bed about 3:00am which was not unusual for the baby. The mother slept in the bed with the baby until about 2:00pm when mom awoke. She found the baby dead. The baby was sleeping on his tummy, which has been her practice, as she indicated to the medical examiner that the baby seemed to sleep better and longer and fussed less when he slept on his tummy. In addition, the medical examiner notes that this was a soft bed with a depression in the middle with quite a bit of bed clothes etc, including an electric blanket. He indicates that the entire family were heavy smokers. Medical examiner did not see any evidence of foul play. He is signing this out as a SIDS.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Grand mal convulsion
Clinical narrative: Child found in AM of 3/26 in the process of a grand mal seizure and taken to ER. He was admitted for overnight stay. He had 6 more seizures since 3/26/99, the last one on 4/11/2000.