chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 5.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Had shots on 9/15/02 was fine x 2d. On 9/17/02 left arm where DTaP given became reddened, itchy and warm to touch. Mom phoned us late afternoon told to ice pack it and give Benadryl. Called us again and stated it was somewhat better, no fever, no drainage, no spread of redness. On 9/20/02 I called them-mom reported the redness, itching was coming and going at time the area looks normal. Told to continue Benadryl and cool packs.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: pt rec'd varicella on 9/5/02, on 9/12 developed fever and pain at injection site L arm; on 9/14 pt Rx Keflex for cellulitis. On 9/15 increased redness and swelling on L deltoid; Keflex dose increased. 9/16 again, worsening redness and swelling, IM Ceftriaxon given today. 9/17 Ceftrixone repeat 1000mg. Decreased swelling/redness. Completed Keflex x 8 days. Twin sib received same imm/same day/same route-no reaction.
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site warmth, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pain, hives, and hotness of upper arm.
Age: 4.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Redness and swelling around site of DTaP vaccine.
Age: 70.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Sx began on 9/18/02 pm with severe pain in deltoid, 9/19/02 swelling 1-2+ with pain entire arm.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: R arm mild induration, swelling, minimal tenderness around injection site.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Chills, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Approx. 3 hrs after injection: vomiting, chills/fever 101.2 F, headache, hives on face and neck. Denied photophobia, dizziness, tinnitus, paresthesia, or shortness of breath. Symptoms continued x 24 hrs. Seen by PCP next day 9/18/02. Rx: Benadryl. Pain and redness at injection site.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Urticaria, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Approx. 3 hrs after injection: vomiting, chills/fever 101.2 F, headache, hives on face and neck. Denied photophobia, dizziness, tinnitus, paresthesia, or shortness of breath. Symptoms continued x 24 hrs. Seen by PCP next day 9/18/02. Rx: Benadryl. Pain and redness at injection site.
Age: 68.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Pain
Clinical narrative: Large red area around injection site. Skin warm to touch. Pt states feeling achy over body.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Redness, swelling.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Redness, swelling.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 42 year old female patient received a Typhim VI vaccination in January 2000 (exact date not specified) and subsequently developed swollen lymph nodes in the groin area which lasted several weeks. Patient also developed an injection site reaction characterized by swelling and soreness, which lasted four days. Reportedly the patient recovered from this experience.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, TYP, YF
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: From an initial report received on 12/27/00, it was reported a 61 year old female was given YF-VAX, Hepatitis A, hepatitis B and Typhim VI vaccines on 11/29/00. Patient reportedly experienced "within 24 hours, injection site red and swollen, also developed lesions - looked like chicken pox over left clavicle, also a few on both arms and legs Was not seen by a physician. Lasted  3 weeks.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, TYP
Symptoms: Hyperbilirubinaemia, Jaundice, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: "A nurse reported that a 7 year old male received Typhoid vaccine, USP, Heat Phanol Inactivated and Havrix vaccines. post-immunization, he developed increased bilirubin and scleral jaundice. CANCELLED: Follow-up information received from the vaccine provider on 08/21/00 indicated that the patient received typhim VI rather than Typhoid Vaccine USP, Heat Phanol Inactivated. From additional correspondence received on 03/16/01, it was reported "The child received typhim VI and Havrix , went overseasand became ill. Increased bile, nausea and vomit. Recovered and has moved to another part of the state. The file is closed.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MEN, TYP
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Pain, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 46 year old female patient received Typhim VI, an IPOL and a Menomune A/CY/W-135 vaccinations on 01/31/01 reportedly a day after the injections the patient developed pain in her shoulder and arm around injection site, numbness in her fingers. She was seen by her family physician who told her it was a "protein reaction" and treated her with Flxeril and Celebrex. The symptoms are still not resolved. From additional correspondence received on 03/09/01, it was reported. "Patient was asked to call us about condition -but did not.' Additional patient, vaccine, vaccine administrator and responsible facility information was provided.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Migraine, Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 13 year old female patient received a Typhim VI vaccination on 02/26/01.Reportedly 48 hours after vaccination, the patient developed a migraine headache and lose of vision in one eye for 20 minutes. These symptoms repeated again in 24 hours. Further information is requested.
Age: 58.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, TYP
Symptoms: Malaise, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male patient received a Typhim VI and a Hepatitis A vaccination on 05/03/01. Reportedly that same day, the patient developed general malaise and a rash on his arms. A physician did not evaluate the patient. From mailed correspondence received on 06/18/01, it was reported that the patient recovered from this experience. Additional patient, vaccine, responsible physician and vaccine administrator information was provided. This case is closed.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: On 07/26/02, it was reported that a 4year old male patient received Daptacel (lot # C0725AA), administered IM in the right deltoid), IPOL (lot # U0823, administered Sc in the left arm), MMRII (lot 1545L, administered SC in the left arm) and VZV ( lot # 0289M, administered SC in the left arm) vaccinations on 07/22/02 at 12 PM. On 07/23/02 at 3 pm,the child's right deltoid was red, swollen, hot to touch, area measuring 65 X 80 mm. Treatment of cold compresses and Tylenol was advised. The patient reportedly recovered from this event.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: On 07/30/02, it was reported that a 4 year old male patient received Daptacel (lot # C0725AA, administered in right deltoid), IPOl (lot 3u0823, administered in right deltoid), and Hepatitis A (lot # 0409M, administered in left deltoid) on 07/25/2002. On 07/26/02 at 7;50 pm, the patient experienced an allergic reaction versus cellulitis of the right deltoid, area measured 16 x 12cm of erythema and induration, no tenderness to palpation. Patient did have a fever but is on antibiotics for Strep throat. The patient was seen by by doctor. His recovery status is unknown. Linked cases u2002-00597, U2002-00599 & U2002-00600.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Pruritus, Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: From a telephone call received on 08/13/02, it was reported that a 5 year old patient was vaccinated with Daptacel, IPOL & MMR vaccines (sites and lot numbers not provided) on 08/08/02. On 08/09/02, the patient developed redness, swelling, pain, itching and three nickel size hives at the injection site. Tylenol and Benadryl. These symptoms resolved per reporter. Case linked reports U20002-00633 & U20002-00634. From follow up info received on 11/14/02, it was reported htat the pt had no illnesses or allergies at the time of vaccination. No lab work or diagnostic tests were performed. Pt was not on any other medication at time of vaccination. Physician's info has been updated. No further info has bene provided. The case is closed.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: From a telephone call received on 08/13/2002, it was reported that a five year old male patient was vaccinated on 08/08/02 with Daptacel and IPOl/ On 08/09/02, developed fever (no temperature documented), redness and pain at the injection site. The physician prescribed Tylenol and ice packs to the site. The patient was seen in physician's office for follow-up. The symptoms resolved. Case linked linked with reports U2002-006632 & U20002-00634. The follow up info received on 11/14/02, it was reported that the pt had no illnesses or pre-existing condition at the time of vaccination. No other medications were take at the time of vaccination. Lot number for IPOL is U1275-2. Physician's info has been updated.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: From telephone call on 08/13/02, it was reported that an 18 month old male patient was vaccinated on 08/09/02 with a Daptacel and a MMR vaccination. On 08/10/02, the patient developed a fever of 102f, along with pain and redness at the injection site (site not specified). Physician prescribed Tylenol and these symptoms resolved. The lot numbers are not available to provide. Case linked with reports U2002-00623 & u2002-00633. Follow up received on 11/14/02, it was reported that the pt did not have any illnesses, pre-existing conditions or allergies at time of vaccination. Pt was not on any other medications at time of vaccination. Pt's birth weight was 3880 grams lot number for MMR is 0528M. Pt's birthday was corrected to 11/1/00. The case is closed.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, MMR
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Erythema, Oedema, Pyrexia, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Patient received MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine SQ right arm--where shot given, area developed a knot, reddened, swollen and tender, this started about the next day after shot, then 9-22-02 patient had an increased temp 101, went to Dr. on 9-24-02, diagnosis of cellulitis, given antibiotic dicloxacillin qid x 7 days
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Skin discolouration, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Follow up received 8/13/02 from physician included recovery status, concomitant vaccines and copy of VAERS report. A physician reported that a 16 month old male received his first dose of Prevnar and second doses of Engerix B, Act-HIB, Polio vaccine, and Infanxrix on 5/6/02. Two hours post immunization, the child developed hives on his left leg and on his back. Prevnar and Engerix B vaccines were administered in the child's left leg. Parents described the child's left leg as being blue to the toes. Cyanosis faded after 20 minutes. Hives on left leg disappeared after 30 minutes, but returned 3 hours later. On 5/6/02, at 3:30 PM (6 hours after vaccines given), exam at the clinic showed discoloration gone from his left leg and residual flat hives still seen on the child's back. Diphenhydramine was prescribed for ten days. The reporter noted that this event was reported at that time via a VAERS form, ID #184885.
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cyanosis, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Follow up received 8/13/02 from physician included recovery status, concomitant vaccines and copy of VAERS report. A physician reported that a 16 month old male received his first dose of Prevnar and second doses of Engerix B, Act-HIB, Polio vaccine, and Infanxrix on 5/6/02. Two hours post immunization, the child developed hives on his left leg and on his back. Prevnar and Engerix B vaccines were administered in the child's left leg. Parents described the child's left leg as being blue to the toes. Cyanosis faded after 20 minutes. Hives on left leg disappeared after 30 minutes, but returned 3 hours later. On 5/6/02, at 3:30 PM (6 hours after vaccines given), exam at the clinic showed discoloration gone from his left leg and residual flat hives still seen on the child's back. Diphenhydramine was prescribed for ten days. The reporter noted that this event was reported at that time via a VAERS form, ID #184885.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Hyperventilation, Nausea, Shock
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 9/20/02 from a health care professional concerning an 11 year old female patient who was vaccinated with first dose of Td (lot number U0382AA) IM in the left deltoid and second dose of MMR (lot number 0741L) SQ in the right arm on 8/22/02 at 08:20. It was reported that 5 minutes after the vaccination, patient experienced dizziness, nausea, and shallow breathing--signs and symptoms of shock. Epinephrine 0.3 ml SQ was given. Patient became more responsive. Emergency technicians arrived and oxygen on 2 1/min started. Pulse oximetry was 98%. Patient was stable by 09:00 and released to mother. Patient was still stable at 14:30 with no complaints. From additional info received on 9/29/03 from a telephone conversation with the reporter, the telephone and fax numbers for the responsible physician were provided. The reporter stated that "the original info on the VAERS, other than the physician bio, was all they have regarding each individual adverse event case." She also stated that the five immunixzation clinics under public health stopped giving TD with MMR as policy and have not seem reactions as reported herein. The adverse event coding was updated. No further info is anticipated, this case is closed.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Hypoventilation, Nausea, Shock
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 9/20/02 from a health care professional concerning an 11 year old female patient who was vaccinated with first dose of Td (lot number U0382AA) IM in the left deltoid and second dose of MMR (lot number 0741L) SQ in the right arm on 8/22/02 at 08:20. It was reported that 5 minutes after the vaccination, patient experienced dizziness, nausea, and shallow breathing--signs and symptoms of shock. Epinephrine 0.3 ml SQ was given. Patient became more responsive. Emergency technicians arrived and oxygen on 2 1/min started. Pulse oximetry was 98%. Patient was stable by 09:00 and released to mother. Patient was still stable at 14:30 with no complaints. From additional info received on 9/29/03 from a telephone conversation with the reporter, the telephone and fax numbers for the responsible physician were provided. The reporter stated that "the original info on the VAERS, other than the physician bio, was all they have regarding each individual adverse event case." She also stated that the five immunixzation clinics under public health stopped giving TD with MMR as policy and have not seem reactions as reported herein. The adverse event coding was updated. No further info is anticipated, this case is closed.
Sex: U
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Cognitive disorder, Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a child who was vaccinated with MMR II. Subsequently the pt developed a seizure and lost cognitive ability. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Upon internal review, the convulsions and cognitive disorder were considered to be other medical events. The registered nurse also reported that another child developed seizures (WAES0209USA01885). Additional info has been requested.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Autism, Injection site nodule
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer's mother concerning  her 12 month old son with no prior medical history and no known allergies who on 10/29/98 was vaccinated with a dose of MMRII. Concomitant vaccinations included a doss of Varicella virus vaccine live (MSD) and a dose of poliovirus vaccine (manufacturer unknown). Subsequently , the patient developed nodules in his thigh under the area where the vaccines were administered. The nodules lasted for nine months. In approximately, 2000, at three year old, the patient was diagnosed with autism. The reporter stated that she "believes that he was autistic from birth, but was now diagnosed until he was three year old" Unspecified medical attention was sought. Upon internal review, autism was determined to be an other important medical event. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 17.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, TD
Symptoms: Cyanosis, Hyperhidrosis, Pallor, Shock
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 9/22/02 from a health care professional concerning a 17 year old male pt who was vaccinated with first dose of Td (lot U0343AA) IM in the left deltoid and second dose of hep A IM in the right deltoid and hep B (lot 701A2) on 6/27/02 at 8:45. It was reported that 5-7 minutes after the vaccination pt became faint. He progressed to shock and being in and out of consciousness. His color was dusky and ashen. He was also diaphoretic. His blood pressure was 70/30 pulses were weak and thready. Paramedics arrived and transported pt to the hospital. Pt recovered. See case U20020078 and U200200769, same reporter. From additional info received on 9/29/03 from a telephone conversation with the reporter, the telephone and fax numbers for the responsible physician were provided. The reporter stated that "the original info on the VAERs, other than the physician bio, was all they have regarding each individual adverse event case." The adverse event coding was updated. No further info is anticipated, this case is considered closed.
Age: 15.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, TD
Symptoms: Coma, Convulsion, Nausea, Petit mal epilepsy
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 9/20/02 from a health care professional concerning a 15 year old male patient who was vaccinated with first dose of Td (lot number U0381AA) IM in the left deltoid and second dose of MMR (lot number 1480L) SQ in the right arm. No date of vaccination was provided. It was reported that 5 minutes after the vaccination, patient complained of feeling sick and slumped in chair, had petit mal seizure for 3-4 seconds and was unresponsive on the floor. Oxygen started at 2L/min via mask. Epinephrine was given SQ in the right arm. Vital signs: blood pressure - 100/60, pulse - 60, respiration 28. Ambulance arrived 10 minutes later to transport patient to the ER. Patient was stable. Diagnosed with vasovagal response. From additional info received on 9/29/03 from a telephone conversation with the reporter, the telephone number and fax number for the responsible physician was provided. The reporter stated that "the original info on the VAERS, other than the physician bio, was all they have regarding each individual adverse event case." She also stated that the five immunization clinics under public health stopped giving TD with MMR as policy and have not seen reactions as reported herein. The adverse event coding was updated. No further info is anticipated, this case is closed.
Sex: U
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Autism
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning two of her friend's children who were each vaccinated with a dose of MMR (second generation). Subsequently the patients developed autism, as a result of receiving MMR (second generation). Medical attention was not sought. Upon internal review, autism was considered to be an other important medical event. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Autism
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning 3 male patients (ages not given) who were vaccinated on unknown dates with doses of MMR (second generation) (lot # not given). Subsequently the patients developed autism. It was unknown if the patient's sought medical attention. The reporter did not have patient's demographics or doctor information. Upon internal review, autism was determined to be an other important medical event. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUX
Symptoms: Asthenia, Back pain, Convulsion, Dizziness, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: Headache, dizziness, blurred vision, paralysis, weakness, fatigue, seizures, joint pain, lower back pain, pulling in neck, and spinal cord, weight loss, fever, tremors, Has seen multiple specialist over the last 2 years.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUX
Symptoms: Headache, Neck pain, Paralysis, Pyrexia, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Headache, dizziness, blurred vision, paralysis, weakness, fatigue, seizures, joint pain, lower back pain, pulling in neck, and spinal cord, weight loss, fever, tremors, Has seen multiple specialist over the last 2 years.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUX
Symptoms: Vision blurred, Weight decreased
Clinical narrative: Headache, dizziness, blurred vision, paralysis, weakness, fatigue, seizures, joint pain, lower back pain, pulling in neck, and spinal cord, weight loss, fever, tremors, Has seen multiple specialist over the last 2 years.
Age: 0.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Approximately 2 days post immunizaiton 6/11/01 pt had temp 105 rectally and in ear *tympanic) and vomiting. Vomited from 6/11/01 until discharge from hospital. Acute febrile illness.
Age: 0.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTP, OPV
Symptoms: Abnormal behaviour, Crying
Clinical narrative: After getting 2nd DTP shot on 9/30/97 pt started behaving different. He stopped looking at me and avoided my gaze, started screeching instead of his normal happy coo's. Cried unconsolably.  Annual follow up on 03/22/04: "Pt has not recovered from adverse events. Autism."
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever to 103 degrees late the night of vaccination, accompanied by seizures x 2 one GTC, the other tonic partial. Valium given rectally to treat 2nd seizure. Pt subsequently placed on Tegritol.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAPH, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Pyrexia, Rash, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Fever and rash started 10 days post imms. Had several erythematous (3-7mm) lesions on trunk and chest with central excretion (sloughed vesicle?).
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, PNC
Symptoms: Apnoea, Hypotonia, Lethargy, Pallor, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Vaccine admin. approx. 10:40 in am, at 3:30pm parent called that pt vomited x 1, was lethargic and pale. Advised to come to office; limp, pale, easily aroused decreased tone, brief periods of apnea hypotonic reaction prob 2 hours to pertussis. Admitted to hospital. Hypotonic reaction.  Follow up: becomes serious care.  after discharge from hospital.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Screaming
Clinical narrative: Mother states that after 1st immunization 6/28/02-child experienced inconsolable crying for approx 3 hrs on 6/29/02, no fever. Mother had regularly adm Tylenol 6/28+6/29/02. Child had no other problems and was fully recovered 6/30/02.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Excessive irritability, fever. Follow up:  Irritability, subsided after 5 days.  No site reaction.  Tylenol.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLUX
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: "Flu shot" at 11am; at 11:20am began to itch and broke out in a rash in various areas. (Like poison ivy or oison oak). Staff examined rash at their cost. No treatment except home remedies-baking soda etc. Six weeks to clear. Photo tells it all! Rash over 30% of my body-arms, legs, lower torso, belt line, buttocks and other private areas.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, TYP
Symptoms: Injection site discolouration, Injection site erythema, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site induration, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Over course of 22 days, + erythema, with minimal induration throughout erythemic area, minimal T, + blanching on pressure. +/- pruritus.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH, TYP
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Over course of 22 days, + erythema, with minimal induration throughout erythemic area, minimal T, + blanching on pressure. +/- pruritus.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Mild 2cm localized erythematous rash without induration L thigh. Tx: Benadryl 12.5mg/5ml-2.5ml given.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: 9/28/02 rash started. > 30 pox noted on body. No fever, still with rash. Follow up: Dr attributes skin eruption to vaccine.  13 day interval.  Prescribed: Benadryl.
Age: 1.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration
Clinical narrative: Lg induration on L ant. thigh with erythema 12.5cm (w)x8cm(L). Pt seen 9/19/02.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Pyrexia, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Brief 1 day fever and viral exanthem rash (more papular) with several 3-?mm erythematous lesions.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAPH, VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Erythema, Pyrexia, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Erythematous 3-7mm lesions chest trunk and back. Starting with central vesicle where soon popped. Fever approx 24 hours. Lesions 3-4 days.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: HBHEPB, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash erythematous, Rash macular, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: "Hives" began day after shots given, worse by 2nd day. Eyes puffy. Areas affected included arms, legs, face, ears. Blotchy reddened, raised patches. NO circular, resp. easy, alert. Child very fussy PTA here but smiling, quick-not scratching.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Arm swelled almost immediately. Arm was real inflamed and sore, Next day arm swelling to twice ther size past the elbow and turned red and was really sore, Received shot of Decatron next day.
Age: 21.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPAB, TYP
Symptoms: Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: pt was dispensed Vivatif four caps on 9/18 for suf administration. He began the series that date; he took the third capsules 9/22 in the morning-noted itching at that time and then hives. Tx'd with Kenolog hydrobyzine. Advised not to take oral typhoid again.
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Rash maculo-papular, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Migrating erythema 1/2cm assymettical to oval raised patches some with sm. pustules scattered over neck shoulder trunk arms legs.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Infection
Clinical narrative: Received Varivax 5/9/02. Developed clinical varicella 9/20/02. No fever or complications. Less than 20 pox lesions.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Agitation, Pyrexia, Screaming
Clinical narrative: 20 mins post receiving vaccination, pt began inconsolable screaming and temperature to 100 degrees.
Age: 1.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV
Symptoms: Convulsion, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever and seizures fever to 103 in ER convulsion at home-to ER no known sz activity.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Autism, Drug toxicity
Clinical narrative: We learned on 8/29/02 from a phone call from the mom that the child had been diagnosed with autism. She also reported that the mercury used as a preservative could have caused some of the problems and said all of this was related to the vaccines.
Age: 19.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash, Rash maculo-papular, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Imm. Thurs 9/19/02 given. Rash on arms and chest with itch. Began raised bumps progressed to whelps as described by pt. This occurred Friday 9/20/02. 12N took Benadryl, Friday 2 pills q 6h x 24 hrs. Use Moisturizer on areas. Areas improved Sunday.
Age: 3.9
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Within 15-20 minutes of receiving hep A vax pt developed urticaria over ant. area on same arm. No systemic sx. Benadryl was given q 6-8 over five days producing temporary relief. Reaction resolved on day 5.
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Pharyngitis, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Adverse event, fever and pharyngitis initial letter mailed to you 9/24/02. Throat culture now positive for strep, group A, so not a vaccine reaction at all, just a coincident infection.
Age: 1.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Swelling, warmth, tenderness. On antibiotic for cellulitis.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: He had hives and a few red pox. The hives changed location several times, going from torso to back, some on his arms and legs. They were completely gone by 9/14/02-about 22 days. Pt never ran a fever nor did he seem bothered but I was very worried because it was not on the sheet as a possible reaction.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: L deltoid area red, hot to touch, hard pinker area in center of 2 1/2" x 2" area. Febrile increase 101 per parent (98 in office).
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Dysphonia, Hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: 8/9/02 TC from pt's mother. Child had hoarsenes 2 hrs after vaccines given 8/12/02. TC to pt's mother. Child still hoarse MD ordered antihistamine and diagnosed allergies not vaccine related.
Age: 4.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Abdominal pain upper, Hot flush, Hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Approx 30 minutes post vaccines administered, child became very flushed, c/o stomach ache, feet itching. Mother took child to ER-dx as allergic type reaction. Tx with Epinephrine and Benadryl and released home with instr to adm more Beandryl.
Age: 4.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Lymphadenopathy, Platelet count decreased, Purpura, Pyrexia, Thrombocytopenia
Clinical narrative: Pt went to MD and was seen by nurse practitioner. Lab revealed low platelet count and enlarged lymph nodes of neck and groin. Thrombocytopenia.
Age: 27.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Chills, Myalgia, Pain, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Several hours after receiving Td became very sore (from elbow to neck). had several episodes of shaking chills. Did not have a thermometer to take temp. Called family MD instructed by nurse to apply hot/cold compresses and to call if not better. All pcn sulfa codiene. Also instructed to take Motrin for pain.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Red painful localized swelling approx golf ball size to IM injection site (DTap).
Age: 4.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Monday 9/16/02 vaccinated 9am. 11:30am vomited x 3  T 100.3 at noon. 4:30pm R arm swollen, red, hot, blotchy. Gave Tylenol used warm compresses. Tuesday 9/17/02 R arm continued to swell T 100. gave Tylenol and Benadryl, warm compresses. Wednesday 9/18/02 8:30 examined by nurse practitioner R arm red, swollen, blotchy from elbow up six inches 5 1/2" circumference. Neg nodes t 98 advised Tylenol, cold compresses. Thursday 9/19/02 examined R arm swelling decreasing T 99.1 arm not painful-continue Tylenol as needed. Is getting better.
Age: 4.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Rash macular
Clinical narrative: Monday 9/16/02 vaccinated 9am. 11:30am vomited x 3  T 100.3 at noon. 4:30pm R arm swollen, red, hot, blotchy. Gave Tylenol used warm compresses. Tuesday 9/17/02 R arm continued to swell T 100. gave Tylenol and Benadryl, warm compresses. Wednesday 9/18/02 8:30 examined by nurse practitioner R arm red, swollen, blotchy from elbow up six inches 5 1/2" circumference. Neg nodes t 98 advised Tylenol, cold compresses. Thursday 9/19/02 examined R arm swelling decreasing T 99.1 arm not painful-continue Tylenol as needed. Is getting better.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: L deltoid distribution erythema, heat. Rx'd Keflex 250mg/5cc po quid.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Erythema and swelling over vaccine administration site. ? last two days after vaccine was given.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Redness swelling hives around vaccine site ~ 3 hours post vaccine disipating over next 15-20 min.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Redness/swelling/hives near vaccine site on arm. Improved after dose of Benadryl. Duration ~ 15 minutes.
Age: 11.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Flushing, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Face flushed, Itching started on right arm, Went back of neck and head, then down her body. Itching More severe on upper torso than legs. Mother took child to ER. Child received Benadryl.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Red, swollen area at injection site. Cold compress, Benadryl. Reaction was at DTaP site.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: L leg red, swollen, warmth given samples of Zyrtec, Zithromax. Reaction occurred at DTaP injection site.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Left leg red, swollen, painful, warm to touch, Cold compresses, Tylenol, Benadryl, if needed, Reaction occurred at DTaP site.
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Oedema
Clinical narrative: (?)Erythema, Warmth, edema, Starting on day #3, Rx- Keflex 300 mg bid X7 days.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection
Clinical narrative: Breakthrough chicken pox post vaccine.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Crying, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Mother reports constant crying, non-stop, for several hours, Redness and swelling to all immunization sites
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Swelling and redness at L extensor arm mild induration and tenderness with demarcotex about 14cm long and 17cm wide L deltoid not meeting-middleline on fluxor or maybe are mid deltoid area per mom started today 9/4/02. Treated with Rocephin and Augmentin.
Age: 4.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Client awoke 8/17/02 with dollar to pea size hives on face, under arms, legs, stomach and back. Mom gave Benadryl 1t in am. At 5pm, seen at urgent care facility. Given steroid shot and Benadryl. Took Prednisolone 1r q morning and Benadryl HS. Mom stated hives disappeared morning after given Prednisolone but reappeared between 6-7pm. Hives occurred on 8/22/02 mom contacted health dept 8/31/02. Nurse advised client needed to be reevaluated by a physician . Last contact with mom was 8/27/02. Mom stated that client "was fine." Client never taken for a medical reevaluation.
Age: 8.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Itchy raised bumps at site of injection, appeared ~ 5 days post injection. Rash resolved with Benadryl.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Asthenia, Discomfort, Fatigue, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Profound local reaction with swelling, pain, a toxic feeling of weakness, fatigue, malaise and low grade temp. 3x3" circular area (5 days later) on arm of induration, discomfort to touch with slight ? in heat. Positive rubor. No infection-local reaction. Zyrtec 10mg qhr.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Malaise, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Profound local reaction with swelling, pain, a toxic feeling of weakness, fatigue, malaise and low grade temp. 3x3" circular area (5 days later) on arm of induration, discomfort to touch with slight ? in heat. Positive rubor. No infection-local reaction. Zyrtec 10mg qhr.
Age: 4.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Tenderness and swelling of the whole L thigh 2 days after administration.
Age: 17.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Dizziness, Loss of consciousness
Clinical narrative: Passed out, voided on self dizzy. Went to emergency dept then followed up with MD next day.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: L arm became severely swollen and tight and hard-tender to touch. Very red-to ER-on Benadryl-3 days later still with swelling only.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Child's R arm was swollen, tight and red-also tender to touch. Lasted 48 hrs. Gave Benadryl Motrin and used warm compresses.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt's shots given at 12:30p. Reaction to Hib at 12:45. Reddened welt on L thigh injection site measuring 2.25cm x 6cm. No other s/s. Pt released to home at 13:00. At 14;38 mother was called for report on pt's progress. pt resting well and symptoms nearly resolved. She started pt had reaction in the past with 1st DTaP. She was given and reaction then was gradual onset. 1st DTaP was given 7/25/01.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Abdominal pain upper, Chest pain, Dizziness, Headache, Pain
Clinical narrative: "Fever, dizzy, chest and stomach pain, hurts everywhere, bad headache." "Started approx 2 hrs after injection" per pt.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: "Fever, dizzy, chest and stomach pain, hurts everywhere, bad headache." "Started approx 2 hrs after injection" per pt.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site abscess sterile, Injection site mass, Injection site pain, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Child received DTaP in R thigh on 9/20/02. Called physician on call on 9/21/02 c/o "orange-size" know at injection site; warm to touch, painful. Seen in ER same morning. Diagnosed with a sterile abscess. Given dose of Ibuprofen. Given prescription of Cephalexin 250/5 T tsp TID to take only if fever > 100.4. Mom called office on 9/23/02 to report incident. Child has had no fever to this point.
Age: 1.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever; swelling status post DTaP Orapred 10mg BID x 3-5d.
Age: 1.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Abnormal behaviour, Autism
Clinical narrative: Retrosectively, mom remembers an acute disinterest in booles/printing to pictures three days after vaccines. Recently he has been dx'ed with autism, mild ?. Previous to vaccination we had concerns to speech.
Age: 1.7
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAPH, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Redness, swollen area on left thigh, tenderness. Motrin, Zyrtec, cool compress. All reactions occurred at DTaP injection site.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Drug ineffective, Otitis media
Clinical narrative: Additional information was received on 7/15/02 from the physician regarding infant's medical history. A physician reported that a 4 month old male received his second dose of Prevnar on 2/25/02. The infant had a medical history of three episodes of acute otitis media. On 5/28/02, at age 7 months, he developed pneumococcal bacteremia and pneumonia. On 6/2/02, a blood culture was performed; Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 14 was isloated. He was hospitalized that day. He had a good outcome and was discharged on 6/5/02. At the date of this report, no further information was available.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Bronchitis, Respiratory distress
Clinical narrative: Follow up information received from a physician on 8/1/02 provided vaccine administration details, including vaccines administered within 4 weeks of Prevnar and lot numbers; illness at time of vaccination; and additional patient information. A physician reported that a 19 month old female with a history of asthma received her first dose of Prevnar on 12/29/00 at 4 months of age. At the time of vaccination, the child reportedly had bronchitis, with an illness onset of 12/15/00. On 3/31/02, she developed pneumococcal bacteremia and pneumococcal pneumonia. She presented to a hospital on 4/1/02 in respiratory distress. A blood culture was performed the same day; Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 4 was isolated. She was intubated for 24 hours and remained in the intensive care unit for 2 days. She reportedly had a good outcome and was discharged on 4/9/02.
Age: 0.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Sepsis
Clinical narrative: Additional information received 07/24/02 from physician reported the serotype is 33 (not a Prevnar serotype) Additional information received 07/17/02 from the reporter includes  name and address of patient and dates of immunizations of concomitant vaccine. Additional information received 07/16/02 from the reporter that include dates of 3 Prevnar immunizations and corresponding lot numbers. A physician reported via a compamy representative that an 8 month old female received a 3rd dose of Prevnar (pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccine), Comvax, (Merck), DTAP (Aventis) (diptheria and tetanus toxoids/acellular pertussis vaccine adsorbed) and Polio Vaccine Pasteur (poliomyelitis vaccine inactivated) vaccines on 05/08/02. On 07/13/02, the infant developed fever and was taken to the ER. A blood culture was performed with positive results for pneumococcal bacteria. She was treated with ceftriaxone sodium (Rocephin). On 07/16/02, she was seen by her health care provider and prescribed amoxycillin sodium and potassium clavulanate (Augmentin)
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Laboratory test abnormal, Sepsis
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 5 month old infant received an initial dose of Prevnar vaccine at 2 months of age along with all recommended immunizations. When the infant was 4 months of age Prevnar was deferred due to decreased product availability. The infant received all other recommended vaccines at this 4 month visit. In Jan 2000, the infant was admitted to the PICU. A blood culture revealed S. pneumoniae. Within 24 hours of admission, the child died of overwhelming sepsis. The reporter noted that by the time he was notified of this case and asked microbiology to subculture the original isolate, the organism had autolysed. The original isolate had been maintained on a culture of media slant, the specimen was not lyophlized or otherwise preserved. No additional information was available as of the date of this report. Additional information received 18-Oct-2002 from reporter contained name and address of a pediatrician that cared for the child. A physician reported that a 5 month old infant received an initial dose of Prevnar (pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccine) vaccine at 2 months of age along with "all recommended immunizations" (immunizations not specified). When the infant was 4 months of age Prevnar was deferred due to decreased product availability. The infant "received all other recommended vaccines" at this 4 month visit (immunizations not specifeid). in Jan-2002, the infant was admitted to the pediactric ICU. A blood culture revealed S. pneumoniae. Within 24 hours of admission the child died of overwhelming sepsis. The reporter noted that by the time he was notified of this case and asked Microbiology to subculture the original isolate, the organism had autlysed. The original isolate had been maintained on a culture of media slant, the specimen was not lyophlized or otherwise preserved. no additional information was available as of the date ofthis report(10/22/2002).
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Gastroenteritis, Pallor, Sepsis, Upper respiratory tract infection
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 5 month old infant received an initial dose of Prevnar vaccine at 2 months of age along with all recommended immunizations. When the infant was 4 months of age Prevnar was deferred due to decreased product availability. The infant received all other recommended vaccines at this 4 month visit. In Jan 2000, the infant was admitted to the PICU. A blood culture revealed S. pneumoniae. Within 24 hours of admission, the child died of overwhelming sepsis. The reporter noted that by the time he was notified of this case and asked microbiology to subculture the original isolate, the organism had autolysed. The original isolate had been maintained on a culture of media slant, the specimen was not lyophlized or otherwise preserved. No additional information was available as of the date of this report. Additional information received 18-Oct-2002 from reporter contained name and address of a pediatrician that cared for the child. A physician reported that a 5 month old infant received an initial dose of Prevnar (pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccine) vaccine at 2 months of age along with "all recommended immunizations" (immunizations not specified). When the infant was 4 months of age Prevnar was deferred due to decreased product availability. The infant "received all other recommended vaccines" at this 4 month visit (immunizations not specifeid). in Jan-2002, the infant was admitted to the pediactric ICU. A blood culture revealed S. pneumoniae. Within 24 hours of admission the child died of overwhelming sepsis. The reporter noted that by the time he was notified of this case and asked Microbiology to subculture the original isolate, the organism had autlysed. The original isolate had been maintained on a culture of media slant, the specimen was not lyophlized or otherwise preserved. no additional information was available as of the date ofthis report(10/22/2002).
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Sepsis
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 3 month old male recived his second dose of Prevnar (pneumococcal 7-valent conjugate vaccine on 07/06/02. On 07/21/02, at 4 months of age, he was examined in an emergency department. A blood culture was performed;Streptococcal pneumoniae serotype 23F was isolated.A diagnosis of pneumococcal bactermia (without focus) was made. The child survived. Streptococcal septicemia was considered medically important. As of the date this was reported, no further information was available. Additional information received on 11-Sep-2002 from the reporting physician provided pt's birth weight, concomitant vaccine therapy and additional adverse event information.
Age: 2.8
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Peritonitis
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 4 year old female received her first dose of Prevnar on 1/4/01, at the age of 34 months. Medical history includes nephrotic syndrome and immunosuppressive therapy with FK 506 (tacrolimus). On 6/23/02, the child was hospitalized. A blood culture was performed; Streptococcal pneumoniae serotype 6B was isolated. Diagnoses of pneumococcal bacteremia (without focus) and pneumococcal peritonitis were made. She survived and was discharged from the hospital on 6/26/02. As of the date this was reported, no additional information was available.