chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Sensory disturbance, Temperature intolerance, Ultrasound scan vagina, Walking aid user
Clinical narrative: 10/31/18 Hot/Cold sensitivity. 11/1/18 Paraesthesia BUE, back pain. 11/2/18 Balance Issues. 11/3/18 Paraesthesia moving down back into legs and feet. 11/4/18 Right Abdominal/flank pain and facial numbness. 11/5/18 ER VISIT with Abdominal CT, Vaginal US, labs. 11/6/18 Increased back pain. 11/8/18 PCP VISIT Dropping things, exaggerated movement. Labs completed. 11/11/18 ER VISIT Pain/numbness/sensation in legs, arms worsening, unable to sleep. Impaired gait, ambulates with assist of 2. Brain MRI, Lumbar CT, CXR, labs. 11/14/18 Symptoms constant, at times worse. Multiple falls now. 11/16/18 NEURO VISIT, decreased sensation below C5. Direct admit to hospital for Full Spine MRI, LP. *SUSPECTED MYELITIS*
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Underdose
Clinical narrative: At Hepatitis A Outreach, box of pediatric Hepatitis A vaccine in cooler instead of adult formulation. Used vial of pediatric for adult client.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HPV9
Symptoms: Postictal state, Presyncope, Seizure
Clinical narrative: Administration of vaccine was well tolerated. About five minutes after, the patient felt vaso-vagal. She leaned back on the table and had a subsequent convulsion episode, lasting about 30 seconds with no loss of consciousness. Pt able to breathe. Post ictal for about 30 minutes after episode. No N/V, and no second episode.
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Immediate post-injection reaction, Injection site bruising, Injection site discolouration, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Immediately after the vaccine was administered on 02NOV2018, noticeable swelling and rigidity occurred at the injection site. The mother of the patient treated the affected area with warm compress and massage. According to the patient's mother, the induration seemingly became worse after the next two weeks. On 16NOV2018, the mother and the patient returned to the immunizations clinic. The affected area was still rigid and had turned purple from bruising. The patient was referred to their PCM and advised to continue home treatment.
Age: 1.75
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Muscle rigidity
Clinical narrative: Immediately after the vaccine was administered on 02NOV2018, noticeable swelling and rigidity occurred at the injection site. The mother of the patient treated the affected area with warm compress and massage. According to the patient's mother, the induration seemingly became worse after the next two weeks. On 16NOV2018, the mother and the patient returned to the immunizations clinic. The affected area was still rigid and had turned purple from bruising. The patient was referred to their PCM and advised to continue home treatment.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HPV9
Symptoms: Pruritus generalised, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt received 1st HPV vaccination 11/14/18. Later the evening in the 14th began to noticing generalized itchy feeling, isolated hives on forearm. States forearm hives have resolved, but today 11/16/18, more hives have cropped up on her neck and she is still feeling itchy. Denies wheezing, shortness of breath. Has used hydrocortisone cream with good relief to relieve hives. Information relayed to clinician via telephone encounter. Continued monitoring and PO BENADRYL recommended for comfort. Pt instructed to RTC if symptoms worsen or do not resolve. Pt instructed to seek emergency care for any respiratory symptoms.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Erythema, Syncope, Vomiting, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Redness, wheezing, syncope, emesis. Pt given 2 doses of IM epinephrine, BENADRYL, PEPCID and DECADRON. Required hospital admission.
Age: 80.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PNC13
Symptoms: Pain in extremity, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Patient came to me (11/16/18) and stated she started having a sore arm with itching that started yesterday. She did say that she has been cleaning house and didn't know if she had caused something to happen or if it was the vaccine she was having a reaction to.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Exposure during pregnancy, Underdose
Clinical narrative: Patient 13 weeks pregnant. To view with OB/GYN at apt-revaccination. At Clinic, box of Hepatitis A pediatric in cooler instead of adult formulation and pediatric dose given.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Immediate post-injection reaction, Injection site discomfort, Injection site joint pain, Joint range of motion decreased, Weight bearing difficulty
Clinical narrative: Patient c/o pain and pressure in her left shoulder joint immediately after the vaccine injection. She came to me for evaluation on 11/08/2018 initially. She rated her left shoulder/arm pain 5-6 /10 aching, annoying, sore. She c/o decreased ROM. She was unable to lift 5# with LUE. I saw her again on 11/15/18 for a follow up visit and she reported limited improvement in the left shoulder. I am sending her for an orthopedic consult 11/19/18. She is taking OTC remedies for the pain and applying ice prn.
Age: 66.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache, Pain, Photophobia
Clinical narrative: According  to his wife, his symptoms include lightheadness, severe dizziness, body aches, headaches, extreme tiredness, "whooshing in his head," light sensitivity. All effects started within hours of recieving the vaccine and have persisted over the last 3-4 days without letting up. His primary physician, Dr is evaluating.
Age: 66.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Tinnitus
Clinical narrative: According  to his wife, his symptoms include lightheadness, severe dizziness, body aches, headaches, extreme tiredness, "whooshing in his head," light sensitivity. All effects started within hours of recieving the vaccine and have persisted over the last 3-4 days without letting up. His primary physician, Dr is evaluating.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Injection site cellulitis, Injection site erythema, Injection site inflammation, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: R THIGH FROM NEAR SITE VAC DOWNWARD TO MID KNEE AP RED AND SWOLLEN AND WARM--C/W INFLAMMATION-CELLULITIS, PATIENT WAS PUT ON CEFDINIR SUSPENSION 125 mg/5 mL Suspension for Reconstitution (7 mg/kg/dose; wt: 18.65 kg) 5 mL PO twice daily; for 10 days AND WILL RECHECK IN OFFICE ON MONDAY 11/19/18.
Age: 75.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site bruising
Clinical narrative: Patient had bruising and the injection site. States no pain. Disappeared after 2 days.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Vaccination site pain, Vaccination site swelling
Clinical narrative: Pain, swelling, redness to site of vaccine continues 2 1/2 weeks after administration.
Age: 77.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Developed shingles.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4, HEPA
Symptoms: Immunisation, Underdose
Clinical narrative: At Hepatitis A Outreach, dose of pediatric vaccine taken out of cooler and given. Revaccinated on 11-2-2018 Hepatitis A R018775 Vaqta 2019Aug09.  Box of pediatric vaccine put in cooler instead of adult vaccine.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Abdominal pain upper, Cough, Dyspnoea, Erythema, Feeling hot
Clinical narrative: The day and following my son had a sore arm all night, complaining of being too warm yet no fever, his back itches now yet no breakouts yet, and he complained of stomach ache even though good size BM had already occurred. This was after he was reported as out of sorts all day at school. Weeks later, for a couple of weeks he's been saying his face itches. There is no rash or any different foods here. His face gets red and he complains. This morning he asked "Why are my boy bits itchy again"? I do not have an answer but he seems histamine challenged. At 2 AM he woke up with coughing fit for almost two hours with post nasal drip "My throat tickles mom". His usual gasp for air in addition to coughing for the night while sleeping propped up on pillow or me.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Pruritus, Throat irritation, Upper-airway cough syndrome
Clinical narrative: The day and following my son had a sore arm all night, complaining of being too warm yet no fever, his back itches now yet no breakouts yet, and he complained of stomach ache even though good size BM had already occurred. This was after he was reported as out of sorts all day at school. Weeks later, for a couple of weeks he's been saying his face itches. There is no rash or any different foods here. His face gets red and he complains. This morning he asked "Why are my boy bits itchy again"? I do not have an answer but he seems histamine challenged. At 2 AM he woke up with coughing fit for almost two hours with post nasal drip "My throat tickles mom". His usual gasp for air in addition to coughing for the night while sleeping propped up on pillow or me.
Age: 82.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt states she experienced itchiness at injection site and noticed a red circle at site. She thinks it developed the day after the injection but she is not sure.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Wrong product administered
Clinical narrative: The wrong FLUZONE was given to the patient. All vaccines stored in same fridge and I grabbed and gave the wrong one. Patient was intended to get the FLUZONE QUAD. I immediately called Dr. who is my pediatric vaccination protocol doctor. Her nurse said to inform patients care giver/mom about incident otherwise no other action. Patient left pharmacy fine. I contacted her mom and informed her of the error. I told her if she had any questions or other concerns she could either contact myself, Dr. or her doctor.
Age: 40.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Immunisation, Underdose
Clinical narrative: At Clinic, box of Hepatitis A pediatric put in cooler instead of adult formulation. Pediatric dose given instead of adult dose. Revaccinated 11-2-2018 Hepatitis A VAQTA R018775 exp 2019Aug09.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Induration, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: This patient experienced pain, erythema, swelling within 24hrs at the injection site, the induration remains. And then developed fever greater than 102 within 24hrs and myalgias severe.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: This patient experienced pain, erythema, swelling within 24hrs at the injection site, the induration remains. And then developed fever greater than 102 within 24hrs and myalgias severe.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Chills, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever, chills.
Age: 68.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Eye swelling, Swelling of eyelid
Clinical narrative: At 10:30 AM my eyes began to swell at upper lip and below the eye. My eyes were almost swollen shut in about 15 minutes.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC13
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Patient felt warmth and visibly saw redness and swelling.
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Herpes zoster
Clinical narrative: Information has been received on 14-NOV-2018 from a lawyer regarding a case in litigation concerning a male patient (age unknown). The patient's medical history, concurrent conditions and concomitant medication use were not provided. On or about 24-SEP-2012, a physician administered the ZOSTAVAX, (lot# and route unknown) to the patient. The patient was inoculated with the ZOSTAVAX vaccine to obtain permanent prevention and protection against shingles and zoster-related injuries. On or about November 2016, the patient was treated by a physician for shingles. The patient was diagnosed with shingles and/or other zoster-related injuries after and despite being inoculated with the ZOSTAVAX and suffered serious physical, emotional, and economic damages as a result of the patient's injuries. The patient used the ZOSTAVAX vaccine for the permanent prevention of shingles and zoster-related injuries. The patient was diagnosed with shingles and/or other zoster-related injuries after and despite being inoculated with the ZOSTAVAX vaccine. As a direct and proximate result of the ZOSTAVAX vaccine, the patient has and will continue to suffer ongoing injuries, including but not limited to: mental and physical pain and suffering; extensive medical care and treatment for these injuries; significant medical and related expenses as a result of these injuries, including but not limited to medical losses and costs include care for hospitalization, physician care, monitoring, treatment, medications, and supplies; diminished capacity for the enjoyment of life; a diminished quality of life; increased risk of premature death, aggravation of preexisting conditions and activation of latent conditions; lost wages; loss of earnings capacity; and other losses and damages. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUN4
Symptoms: Mental disorder, Neoplasm malignant
Clinical narrative: A spontaneous report has been received from a consumer concerning female patient. No information regarding the relevant history, concomitant disease and concomitant drug was provided. It was reported that FLUMIST QUADRIVALENT (intranasal) via nasal route, on an unknown date. Reporter stated patient had FluMist Quadrivalent in the past and reported its psychologically damaging to have shot and she had cancer start dates and type of cancer are unknown. It was unknown if the patient had FluMist Quadrivalent prior to having cancer. The outcome of had cancer and psychologically damaging to have shot was unknown. The following event was considered serious due to important medical event: had cancer. The following event was considered non-serious: psychologically damaging to have shot.; Sender's Comments: Neoplasm malignant is not listed in the company core data sheet for flumist quadrivalent. Due to limited information on patient's demographics, medical history, exposure to specific risk factors, concomitant drugs, indication, dose and start date of the suspect drug, onset date and details of the event, diagnostic and aetiologic workup it is not possible to make a conclusive assessment of the causal relationship between the event and suspect drug. Follow up information is being requested to make the case more complete and enable the assessment of the relationship.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Back pain, Burning sensation, Chest pain, Hypoaesthesia, Mobility decreased
Clinical narrative: Onset of scapular/neck pain on or around October 5th. Symptoms spread to deltoid, clavicle, biceps area along with scapular, trapezius and neck pain. Attempted to treat with NSAIDs, ice packs, muscle rub, moist heat for about two weeks. Symptoms progressively increased.  Sought medical care with my primary doctor. The thought was that I might have been experiencing pinched nerve in neck so we began treating with Prednisone taper pack, FLEXERIL 10 mg, analgesics (hydrocodone 5 mg) and neck spasm exercises. On Sunday, October 22nd, the pain in my upper back, shoulder and biceps area intensified severely. I was unable to lay flat in bed without having excruciating pain. I took three FLEXERIL 10 mg and three hydrocodone to try and calm the burning, stabbing, and muscle spasms that night. I went to ER on Monday, 10/22 due to the severe pain I was having. I received cervical x-rays (normal) and IM injection of TORADOL and Prednisone 20 mg tabs for one week. I followed up with my doctor by phone later that day. An MRI of my neck was performed on 11/24 at hospital. The results were normal. The stabbing/throbbing/burning pain continued to intensify now presenting numbness to my biceps, forearm and hand. And then muscle weakness. I can't move my arm more than 45 degrees abduction, unable to extend out to full extension, unable to raise arm overhead. I have pain in the same areas including my left thoracic area. Rotator cuff injury was presumed due to my pain symptoms. I was referred to pain management. A trial of LYRICA was ordered. An MRI of the left shoulder was performed at imaging center on 11/6/18. The results were normal. A tentative diagnosis is Parsonage Turner Syndrome likely related to the vaccine received. Treatment currently is LYRICA 50 mg BID and Physical Therapy. Limited range of motion still persists, numbness to hand, forearm. Pain to scapular, shoulder, biceps and left forearm.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Muscle spasms, Muscular weakness, Musculoskeletal pain, Myalgia, Neck pain
Clinical narrative: Onset of scapular/neck pain on or around October 5th. Symptoms spread to deltoid, clavicle, biceps area along with scapular, trapezius and neck pain. Attempted to treat with NSAIDs, ice packs, muscle rub, moist heat for about two weeks. Symptoms progressively increased.  Sought medical care with my primary doctor. The thought was that I might have been experiencing pinched nerve in neck so we began treating with Prednisone taper pack, FLEXERIL 10 mg, analgesics (hydrocodone 5 mg) and neck spasm exercises. On Sunday, October 22nd, the pain in my upper back, shoulder and biceps area intensified severely. I was unable to lay flat in bed without having excruciating pain. I took three FLEXERIL 10 mg and three hydrocodone to try and calm the burning, stabbing, and muscle spasms that night. I went to ER on Monday, 10/22 due to the severe pain I was having. I received cervical x-rays (normal) and IM injection of TORADOL and Prednisone 20 mg tabs for one week. I followed up with my doctor by phone later that day. An MRI of my neck was performed on 11/24 at hospital. The results were normal. The stabbing/throbbing/burning pain continued to intensify now presenting numbness to my biceps, forearm and hand. And then muscle weakness. I can't move my arm more than 45 degrees abduction, unable to extend out to full extension, unable to raise arm overhead. I have pain in the same areas including my left thoracic area. Rotator cuff injury was presumed due to my pain symptoms. I was referred to pain management. A trial of LYRICA was ordered. An MRI of the left shoulder was performed at imaging center on 11/6/18. The results were normal. A tentative diagnosis is Parsonage Turner Syndrome likely related to the vaccine received. Treatment currently is LYRICA 50 mg BID and Physical Therapy. Limited range of motion still persists, numbness to hand, forearm. Pain to scapular, shoulder, biceps and left forearm.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Neuralgic amyotrophy, Nuclear magnetic resonance imaging normal, Pain in extremity, Spinal X-ray normal
Clinical narrative: Onset of scapular/neck pain on or around October 5th. Symptoms spread to deltoid, clavicle, biceps area along with scapular, trapezius and neck pain. Attempted to treat with NSAIDs, ice packs, muscle rub, moist heat for about two weeks. Symptoms progressively increased.  Sought medical care with my primary doctor. The thought was that I might have been experiencing pinched nerve in neck so we began treating with Prednisone taper pack, FLEXERIL 10 mg, analgesics (hydrocodone 5 mg) and neck spasm exercises. On Sunday, October 22nd, the pain in my upper back, shoulder and biceps area intensified severely. I was unable to lay flat in bed without having excruciating pain. I took three FLEXERIL 10 mg and three hydrocodone to try and calm the burning, stabbing, and muscle spasms that night. I went to ER on Monday, 10/22 due to the severe pain I was having. I received cervical x-rays (normal) and IM injection of TORADOL and Prednisone 20 mg tabs for one week. I followed up with my doctor by phone later that day. An MRI of my neck was performed on 11/24 at hospital. The results were normal. The stabbing/throbbing/burning pain continued to intensify now presenting numbness to my biceps, forearm and hand. And then muscle weakness. I can't move my arm more than 45 degrees abduction, unable to extend out to full extension, unable to raise arm overhead. I have pain in the same areas including my left thoracic area. Rotator cuff injury was presumed due to my pain symptoms. I was referred to pain management. A trial of LYRICA was ordered. An MRI of the left shoulder was performed at imaging center on 11/6/18. The results were normal. A tentative diagnosis is Parsonage Turner Syndrome likely related to the vaccine received. Treatment currently is LYRICA 50 mg BID and Physical Therapy. Limited range of motion still persists, numbness to hand, forearm. Pain to scapular, shoulder, biceps and left forearm.
Age: 71.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Mobility decreased, Pain in extremity, Skin warm
Clinical narrative: Patient called 2 days after receiving SHINGRIX vaccine to report that her arm is sore, warm to touch , and there is redness 2-3" surrounding the injection area. Arm is difficult to move because of soreness. She started feelling soreness at the end of the day when she received vaccine.
Age: 38.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Underdose
Clinical narrative: At Hepatitis A Outreach, box of Hepatitis A vaccine in cooler was pediatric instead of adult formulation. Pediatric dose given instead of adult. Patient discharged 11/2/2018.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Chills, Erythema, Induration, Night sweats
Clinical narrative: Pt received both vaccines ~10:15am and had redness on upper arm by the time he got home, ~11:15am. Redness continued to spread. Called today, 11/16, around 2pm. States entire deltoid muscle currently bright red and hard to the touch, as if flexing continuously. Pt also states having some chills and night sweats. Pt states at this time he wants to wait and see how it is on monday. If has worsened, will seek medical attention. Let pt know ok to take tylenol or ibuprofen if having fevers or pain.
Age: 55.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4, VARZOS
Symptoms: Chills, Fatigue, Headache, Hyperhidrosis, Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: I had shingles approximately 5 years ago on right head/face nerve stem. Received prescription med at the time for the outbreak (intended for early onset of shingles. Cant remember what. A couple of years afterward I was vaccinated for shingles with (ZOSTAVAX?). Last June received first shot of Shingrix since advertised as a more effective shingles vaccine.  On subject date (11/07/18) was vaccinated for flu (FLUARIX QUAD) and then received second SHINGRIX shot. Approximately 10-12 hours later developed a strong headache in area where i had shingles (along right top side of head). Went to bed.  Later woke up with Flu like symptoms. Series of severe chills and sweats cycles lasting all night. Very tired the next day like I had the flu. Fully recovered after a few days of rest. I am other wise in very good health.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Erythema, Pain in extremity
Clinical narrative: Patient presented 2 days later with a red/sore arm, advised patient that this is normal with this vaccine and that if it gets worse to contact the doctor as well.
Age: 87.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC13
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia, Tachycardia
Clinical narrative: Redness, warmth, and edema to site. Fever and tachycardia. Treating w/ tylenol for fever.
Age: 69.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Dyspnoea, Hypersensitivity, Intensive care, Seizure
Clinical narrative: Pt received her FLUZONE HIGH-DOSE vaccine in the left arm at 1600 on 11/14/18 in addition to PNEUMOVAX 23 (NDC: 0006-4837-01) (same arm). Around 2050 (850 pm), she called the pharmacy complaining of shortness of breath, stating that she had been experiencing SOB since 1.5-2 hours after receiving the vaccines (1730-1800). She spoke with RPh: "I explained to Pt that may be a side effect of vaccine, but not likely. Also checked Pt profile to check for any possible effects from different medications that she takes and found no likely ones. I told Pt that it states in leaflet for high-dose flu vaccine that side effect that she describes to me is listed. Then explained to her again that average side effects of both vaccines and told pt that shortness of breath is a reaction to a vaccine and that she may be experiencing an allergic reaction. I advised to her that if she continues to experience shortness for next hour, she should contact a doctor, call 911 and/or seek medical care. Pharmacy received an antibiotic prescription (clindamycin 300 mg caps, 1 capsule every 8 hours) on 11/15/18 at 1334 from DO. The medication was not picked up. When I reached MD office, she explained to me that Pt had been treated for cellulitis of upper extremities (but not shortness of breath). This information was relayed by office staff, so I left a message to have the prescribing doctor call me as soon as she gets in for more details."  Pharmacy store manager was contacted on 11/16/18 in the morning and informed by pt's daughter (who works at the store) that she had been admitted to the intensive care unit for an allergic reaction. Details regarding when she was admitted and her exact symptoms were not given.  **As of 1408 (2:48 pm) 11/16/18, pt is still in ICU and was recently treated for one or more seizure(s)**.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Asthenia, Blood glucose normal, Dizziness, Electrocardiogram abnormal, Head injury
Clinical narrative: Immediate atypical syncopal event, followed by another syncopal event after usual treatment and recovery proceedings; Sent to ER for weakness, dizziness, had another a-typical event striking head on the gurney. No previous history of such, no previous vaccine reaction or history of syncope. ECG SR with pauses noted, that resolved.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Immediate post-injection reaction, Syncope
Clinical narrative: Immediate atypical syncopal event, followed by another syncopal event after usual treatment and recovery proceedings; Sent to ER for weakness, dizziness, had another a-typical event striking head on the gurney. No previous history of such, no previous vaccine reaction or history of syncope. ECG SR with pauses noted, that resolved.
Age: 64.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Electrocardiogram, Laboratory test, Syncope, Unresponsive to stimuli
Clinical narrative: Pt no known history of syncope. Staff reported syncopal event in the shower shortly after returning home from flu vaccine. Pt was found unresponsive in the bathroom.
Age: 76.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC13, TDAP
Symptoms: Peripheral swelling
Clinical narrative: Patient arm got swollen for a few days. Patient did not go to the doctor and arm is back to normal.
Age: 71.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Redness, swelling and mild pain to left upper arm three hours after receiving vaccine.
Age: 72.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Pain in extremity
Clinical narrative: Patient stated that her arm is still sore over one month since vaccine was administered. She states it is not excruciating and may actually be getting better. She described it as a possible muscle pain when lifting her arm.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUC4
Symptoms: Limb discomfort, Myalgia, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Called 11/16/18 and complains that injecion given 11/11/18 after next day around 10 am felt muscle aches all over body (11/12/18) and also pins and needles. I adviced her to seek medical help immediately and will report this on VAERS, she has no fever.
Age: 77.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea
Clinical narrative: I took the Flu Shot at my Dr's. office, all went well until about 5:30 PM, I began to get very dizzy and a little nausea, this lasted at least a couple of hrs. I was a little concerned, because I have a pacemaker and I had experienced this feeling before I got the pacemaker, but I checked my heart rate and it was good, so I felt it was a reaction from the shot. It soon passed and I began to feel alright. I also read on the instruction sheet given to me at the office that this could happen. Not a very good experience.
Age: 72.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Neck pain
Clinical narrative: Neck pain.
Age: 71.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUA3, PNC13
Symptoms: Dizziness, Feeling hot, Injection site haemorrhage, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Patient stated that the PREVNAR 13 inject hurt and there was a small bump where it was injected into her deltoid muscle of the left arm. She bled through her bandaid and down her arm and onto the floor. She felt a little warm and lighted headed. She remained seated for about 45 minutes and drank water. She stated that she felt fine and went ahead and went home.
Age: 68.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Chills, Miosis, Ocular hyperaemia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Very bad chills, Eyes were very bloodshot. Irises were large and pale, pupils were very small. After talking to the on call physician, took 25 mg BENADRYL with water. Vomiting began and lasted for several minutes.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, IPV
Symptoms: Electroencephalogram normal, Head titubation, Meningitis aseptic, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Mother reports child developed a high fever and stiff neck after receiving immunizations-onset of symptoms unclear to this provider. Mother states she took patient back to Clinic on 5/18/2017, Clinic sent patient to ED. Clinic referred patient to a pediatric neurologist. Patient seen by neurologist 6/23/2017 who noted child had high fever and stiff neck after getting DTP vaccine (incorrect vaccine noted). Neurologist not indicated patient has had jerking of bobbing of his head since then. Assessment: mostly aseptic meningitis and Tics secondary to Pertussis vaccination.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, IPV
Symptoms: Tic, Wrong product administered
Clinical narrative: Mother reports child developed a high fever and stiff neck after receiving immunizations-onset of symptoms unclear to this provider. Mother states she took patient back to Clinic on 5/18/2017, Clinic sent patient to ED. Clinic referred patient to a pediatric neurologist. Patient seen by neurologist 6/23/2017 who noted child had high fever and stiff neck after getting DTP vaccine (incorrect vaccine noted). Neurologist not indicated patient has had jerking of bobbing of his head since then. Assessment: mostly aseptic meningitis and Tics secondary to Pertussis vaccination.
Age: 80.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4, PPV
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: About 10 patients including this one appeared with a welt-like formation ranging in size from 2-3  inches on the vaccinated arm about 2 days following administration. All reactions had completely resolved by 11/12. All of these vaccine reactions originated from the same lot and expiration date of FLUARIX.
Age: 67.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Extra dose administered
Clinical narrative: Patient mistakenly received 2 high dose influenza vaccines, first 10/17/18 and the second 10/30/18.
Age: 67.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Pain in extremity, Peripheral swelling
Clinical narrative: Pt stated Right arm was extremely sore, red and swollen. Soreness was finally almost gone on 11/16/18 but still red and swollen.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Electromyogram, Hypoaesthesia, Muscle spasms, Muscular weakness, Nerve conduction studies
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Nerve injury, Nuclear magnetic resonance imaging
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Asthenia, Electromyogram abnormal, Grip strength decreased, Injection site inflammation, Mobility decreased
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Muscle twitching, Muscular weakness, Neuritis, Neuropathy peripheral, Nuclear magnetic resonance imaging abnormal
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Oedema, Pain
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 63.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS, VARZOS, VARZOS
Symptoms: Injection site inflammation, Muscle spasms, Muscle twitching, Muscular weakness
Clinical narrative: Pt received 2nd dose on 06/15/2018. After receiving the shot pt developed cramping in the arm, that cause weekness in the arm. Eventually the arm started to feel numb radiating to the fingers.  Pt saw a physician and couple nerve specialists to diagnose the pain and numbness that never went away for 5 months after receiving the shot. Pt still has numbness and weakness in the arm.
Age: 86.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Injection site bruising, Injection site pruritus, Injection site rash, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Patient developed a bruise at injection site and reported itchiness. Right below injection site, patient developed a crescent shaped rash that was warm to touch. Patient noticed the reaction the day after vaccination. Four days after vaccination patient took TYLENOL and did not have any addition comments. Area looked improved.
Age: 26.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Altered state of consciousness, Dizziness, Head discomfort, Tremor
Clinical narrative: After giving the immunization, while discussing the time frame of the second immunization, the patient said he was feeling a little dizzy. I called for assistance and took the patient's blood pressure but could not get an accurate reading. Once I had assistance we helped the patient over to the pharmacy bench and had him lay down and elevated his feet. The patient said he felt like he was going to pass out so I applied an ice pack to the back of his neck. The patient was asked if he wanted us to call an ambulance, but he said no he thought he was just hungry. I continued to monitor the patient and attempted to take his blood pressure again, but still could not get an accurate reading. The patient began shaking and holding his head. I asked him if he was okay or if he was cold? He said no, he was just trying not to pass out. Again I suggested calling 911 for an ambulance and the patient agreed at this time. EMS arrived and took his blood pressure, which was 108/70 then transported the patient to the hospital.
Age: 60.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Injected limb mobility decreased, Insomnia, Pain, Pain in extremity, Product administered at inappropriate site
Clinical narrative: THIS SHOT WAS GIVEN HIGH INTO MY RIGHT SHOULD BLADE. MY ARM STARTED TO THROB ABOUT 3 HOURS LATER. I HAVE SHOOTING PAIN THROUGHOUT MY RIGHT ARM ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT. ON A SCALE OF 1-10, THE PAIN IS A 20! I CAN BARELY MOVE MY ARM IN CERTAIN DIRECTIONS. PAINFUL TO SHOWER, DRESS, AND TYPE. MY JOB REQUIRES A LOT OF TYPING. I PUT A SALONPAS ON DURING THE DAY AND TAKE ADVIL. AT NIGHT I USE A HEATING PAD LYING ON MY SIDE WITH MY ARM ON A PILLOW. IF I DON'T MOVE I MIGHT SLEEP. I REALLY HAVEN'T SLEPT CORRECTLY IN 3 WEEKS. MY DOCTOR SAID TO ALERT THE PHARMACY REGARDING THE INJURY WHICH I DID DO. I JUST KEEP DOING THE HEATING PAD TREATMENT AND HOPE THE PAIN GOES AWAY AS THE DAMAGE IS ALREADY DONE!
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Headache, Induration, Limb mass, Pain
Clinical narrative: Hard, raised firm lump L arm, approx  4 cm in diameter. Painful, unable to lie on side, also headaches. Treatment is Tylenol and ice.
Age: 73.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Rash
Clinical narrative: Rash.
Age: 72.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Rash.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Blood test, Hypoaesthesia, Injected limb mobility decreased, Muscular weakness, Pain in extremity
Clinical narrative: Left arm pain, numbness, weakness and limited range of motion due to pain.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: X-ray limb
Clinical narrative: Left arm pain, numbness, weakness and limited range of motion due to pain.
Age: 67.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Delirium, Feeling cold, Mood altered, Muscle spasms, Muscular weakness
Clinical narrative: PT GOT FLU SHOT AT APPROXIMATELY 4:10PM AND SYMPTOMS STARTED AT 9PM SAME DAY. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE SEVERE SHAKING, EXTREME COLD FEELING, MUSCLE SPASMS LASTED 3 TO 4HRS (LITTLE OVER MIDNIGHT) THEN THE NEXT DAY 11/8/2018 MUSCLE WEAKNESS AND DELIRIOUS (WAS NOT AWARE OF DATE/TIME OR LOCATION) AND SEVERE MOOD BEHAVIOR CHANGE (LIKE YELLING AT FAMILY MEMBERS). PATIENT WAS FEELING HIMSELF AGAIN AFTER 48 HOURS OF VACCINATION 11/9/2018 4PM.
Age: 67.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Tremor
Clinical narrative: PT GOT FLU SHOT AT APPROXIMATELY 4:10PM AND SYMPTOMS STARTED AT 9PM SAME DAY. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE SEVERE SHAKING, EXTREME COLD FEELING, MUSCLE SPASMS LASTED 3 TO 4HRS (LITTLE OVER MIDNIGHT) THEN THE NEXT DAY 11/8/2018 MUSCLE WEAKNESS AND DELIRIOUS (WAS NOT AWARE OF DATE/TIME OR LOCATION) AND SEVERE MOOD BEHAVIOR CHANGE (LIKE YELLING AT FAMILY MEMBERS). PATIENT WAS FEELING HIMSELF AGAIN AFTER 48 HOURS OF VACCINATION 11/9/2018 4PM.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Bursitis, Pain, Pain in extremity, Product administered at inappropriate site
Clinical narrative: Patient states bursitis was caused by a high injection given on 9/23/2018. Initial pain other than normal flu shot feeling began about two weeks after the shot. The patient is in constant pain when moving his arm and is process of seeking further medical attention.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PNC13
Symptoms: Asthenia, Chills, Corneal disorder, Cough, Erythema
Clinical narrative: Severe pain Left arm during injection, pain not as severe in Right arm. About an hour later feeling hot, face red, achy feeling. Felt like I had the flu, hot one minute, then chills, severe headache. Contacted my doctor and he told me to take something for headache, I took 2 Ibuprofen, laid down and covered up. My nose went from runny to stuffy, I woke up after a couple hours and went to get a tissue and a drink of water, my left eye was swollen and both whites of my eyes were inflamed it felt like I had a scratched cornea on my left eye. I contacted my DR office and they told me to take BENADRYL which I did and laid down, I was very weak and woke up with a slight dry cough which I still have.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PNC13
Symptoms: Eye swelling, Feeling hot, Headache, Influenza like illness, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Severe pain Left arm during injection, pain not as severe in Right arm. About an hour later feeling hot, face red, achy feeling. Felt like I had the flu, hot one minute, then chills, severe headache. Contacted my doctor and he told me to take something for headache, I took 2 Ibuprofen, laid down and covered up. My nose went from runny to stuffy, I woke up after a couple hours and went to get a tissue and a drink of water, my left eye was swollen and both whites of my eyes were inflamed it felt like I had a scratched cornea on my left eye. I contacted my DR office and they told me to take BENADRYL which I did and laid down, I was very weak and woke up with a slight dry cough which I still have.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PNC13
Symptoms: Nasal congestion, Pain, Rhinorrhoea, Scleritis
Clinical narrative: Severe pain Left arm during injection, pain not as severe in Right arm. About an hour later feeling hot, face red, achy feeling. Felt like I had the flu, hot one minute, then chills, severe headache. Contacted my doctor and he told me to take something for headache, I took 2 Ibuprofen, laid down and covered up. My nose went from runny to stuffy, I woke up after a couple hours and went to get a tissue and a drink of water, my left eye was swollen and both whites of my eyes were inflamed it felt like I had a scratched cornea on my left eye. I contacted my DR office and they told me to take BENADRYL which I did and laid down, I was very weak and woke up with a slight dry cough which I still have.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: YF
Symptoms: Product storage error
Clinical narrative: Patient did not have any adverse events. Vaccine was stored frozen and manufacturer said it would not have been effective when it was administered.
Age: 66.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Laboratory test, Pain, Pain in extremity
Clinical narrative: Pain in msucle in upper left arm and shoulder a day after the injection. I was to come back the following week for a pneumonia shot, but was in too much pain. Had to take over the counter meds for pain. Pt. has appointment with physician on 11/26 due to prolonged pain in left arm from injection given on 10/17/2018.
Age: 11.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HPV4, MNQ, TDAP
Symptoms: Syncope
Clinical narrative: Pt fainted approx 5-10  mins after receiving vaccine. No Hit to head VSS left after 15 min.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: YF
Symptoms: Product storage error
Clinical narrative: Patient did not have any adverse events. Vaccine was stored frozen and manufacturer said it would not have been effective when it was administered.
Age: 18.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4, HPV9, PPV
Symptoms: Haematoma
Clinical narrative: Hematoma. Known side effect for pt's with VWD.
Age: 67.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Skin warm, Swelling, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Large localized area of erythema, swelling that is warm, tender to touch. Will treat with KEFLEX x 7 days for possible cellulitis.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Dizziness, Immediate post-injection reaction, Pallor, Syncope, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Syncopal episode, pallor, lightheaded, immediately after shot given then vomiting. Was in office for 60 minutes until recovered.
Age: 46.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLUX
Symptoms: Myalgia, Tendon disorder
Clinical narrative: Muscle ache, tendon irritation x 1 month.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MENB
Symptoms: Dizziness, Nausea
Clinical narrative: The day after receiving TRUMENBA number 1, patient felt nauseous and light-headed by did not lose consciousness. Episode resolved spontaneously.
Age: 28.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU4, PPV, TD
Symptoms: Injected limb mobility decreased, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Local reaction, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Severe local reactions to right arm such as: fever, redness, pain to injection site. Severe pain in right shoulder/arm and difficulty moving arm. Started few hours after administration.
Age: 6.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Back pain, Cough, Lymphadenopathy, Neck pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: 48 hours after vaccination pt developed neck and back ache, cough and fever to 101. Lasted for 2-3 day and then recovered. Symptoms came back 5 days later. Exam remained normal except mild cervical adenopathy.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUR4
Symptoms: No adverse event, Product administered to patient of inappropriate age
Clinical narrative: No reaction. 18 yo and older vaccine given to 16 year old.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUR4
Symptoms: No adverse event, Product administered to patient of inappropriate age
Clinical narrative: No reaction. 18 year old and older vaccine given to 13 year old.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC13
Symptoms: Arthralgia
Clinical narrative: PREVNAR 13 caused multiple joint pain.
Age: 74.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLUA3
Symptoms: Myalgia, Pain in extremity
Clinical narrative: Pt claims to have very bad muscle ache that she never experienced from any other vaccines in the past. Pain has radiated down the arm.
Age: 74.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Injection site discomfort, Injection site erythema, Injection site nodule, Injection site pruritus
Clinical narrative: Patient came by the pharmacy with a golf ball size firm, red node on her left arm between her bicep and tricep approximately 7 hours after her vaccine. She reported this node was very itchy and uncomfortable. Patient was instructed to use ice, ibuprofen, and diphenhydramine to treat. Also instructed that if she experienced fever, or if the reaction spreads down her arm or toward her chest she go to the ER.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Asthenia, Discomfort, Impaired driving ability, Loss of personal independence in daily activities, Mobility decreased
Clinical narrative: Lengthy (4 weeks plus) extreme soreness in upper arm, unable to sleep on side. No strength in arm to lift my own body or roll over in bed. Had to have a friend drive me, unsafe/unable to drive myself for 8-10 days. Had to cancel mammography appointment next day because i couldn't lift my arm. Unable to lift arm high enough to comb hair, shower/wash hair, brush teeth etc. Extreme difficulty in lifting arm high enough to dress or pull shirt over my head. Wore blouses with button front for 4 weeks. Still experiencing some mild discomfort 13 weeks later. Reported reaction to Family doctor and my oncology surgeon.
Age: 55.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Pain in extremity, Sleep disorder
Clinical narrative: Lengthy (4 weeks plus) extreme soreness in upper arm, unable to sleep on side. No strength in arm to lift my own body or roll over in bed. Had to have a friend drive me, unsafe/unable to drive myself for 8-10 days. Had to cancel mammography appointment next day because i couldn't lift my arm. Unable to lift arm high enough to comb hair, shower/wash hair, brush teeth etc. Extreme difficulty in lifting arm high enough to dress or pull shirt over my head. Wore blouses with button front for 4 weeks. Still experiencing some mild discomfort 13 weeks later. Reported reaction to Family doctor and my oncology surgeon.
Age: 60.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU4
Symptoms: Muscular weakness, Parkinson's disease, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Next day after given Influenza seasonal vaccine 2017 weakness in lifting full water glass shaky hands. This is when I first noticed symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
Age: 52.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Terrible body aches. Fever. Flu like symptoms.
Age: 0.17
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAPIPVHIB, HEP, PNC13, RV1
Symptoms: Electrocardiogram normal, Electroencephalogram abnormal, Nuclear magnetic resonance imaging normal, Seizure
Clinical narrative: Within a month time my son began to have seizures. Multiple times per day.
Age: 69.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARZOS
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: Mild pain began the next morning. By that afternoon, the site was red and sore. Redness continues today - 3 days post injection.