chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 73.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Antidiuretic hormone abnormality, CSF test abnormal, Guillain-Barre syndrome, Laboratory test abnormal, Paralysis
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 73 year old female pt who on 12/13/00 had vaccines. On 12/16/00 or 12/18/01, the pt experienced "ascending paralysis consistent with Guillain-Barre'. Follow-up information has been received which reports the pt was hospitalized from 12/18/00 to 2/14/01 and had complications of aspiration pneumonia, SIADH and a UTI. It was noted that a LP was done which showed a CSF protein 71 and WBC 1. The pt was in a rehab facility. At the time of the report, 3/20/00, the events were considered to be immediately life threatening, disabling and "Other Significant Medical Event" by the reporter. The outcome was unknown. Follow-up received from a health care provider which states that as of the last doctor visit on 4/9/01, she had recovered from her experience. The pt completed rehabilitation, was functioning well and was able to perform all activities of daily living. It was reported that the only vaccine the health care provider saw reference to, was the flu vaccine. He states he could not definitely state whether or not the pt ever received pneumococcal vaccine 23 polyvalen. He also reported that he did not know if the pt's experieces were even related to her vaccines. The pt's experiences were considered to be immediately life-threatening, disabling and "Other Significant Medical Events" by the reporter. F/U info rec'd on 4/17/01 indicated that the pt recovered.
Age: 73.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV, FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Paralysis flaccid, Pneumonia, Urinary tract infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 73 year old female pt who on 12/13/00 had vaccines. On 12/16/00 or 12/18/01, the pt experienced "ascending paralysis consistent with Guillain-Barre'. Follow-up information has been received which reports the pt was hospitalized from 12/18/00 to 2/14/01 and had complications of aspiration pneumonia, SIADH and a UTI. It was noted that a LP was done which showed a CSF protein 71 and WBC 1. The pt was in a rehab facility. At the time of the report, 3/20/00, the events were considered to be immediately life threatening, disabling and "Other Significant Medical Event" by the reporter. The outcome was unknown. Follow-up received from a health care provider which states that as of the last doctor visit on 4/9/01, she had recovered from her experience. The pt completed rehabilitation, was functioning well and was able to perform all activities of daily living. It was reported that the only vaccine the health care provider saw reference to, was the flu vaccine. He states he could not definitely state whether or not the pt ever received pneumococcal vaccine 23 polyvalen. He also reported that he did not know if the pt's experieces were even related to her vaccines. The pt's experiences were considered to be immediately life-threatening, disabling and "Other Significant Medical Events" by the reporter. F/U info rec'd on 4/17/01 indicated that the pt recovered.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, MMR
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chest pain, Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Feeling cold
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced dizziness, lack of concentration, some nausea and some vomiting. It was noted that the pt has stated that she received MMRII in her childhood and "had a bad reaction". No other pt information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Follow-up information has been received by a phone call to the NP which reports that on 1/22/01, the pt was given a 2nd dose SC of MMRII. On 1/23/01, previously reported as 12/23/00, the pt went to the ER with complaints of hot and cold flashes, chest pain and dyspnea. It was reported that the pt's exam and her lab tests and blood work were unremarkable. She was given IV fluids and IV antiemetics and discharged. The pt was seen on numerous occasions in the clinic with continued complaints of arthralgia, nausea, dizziness and changes in facial sensation. It is indicated that her physical exam remains normal and she was cleared by 2 physicians to return to work. It was reported that the medical doctor feels it is not related and that the pt's symptoms are psychosomatic. The report indicated that the pt was not recovered. Upon internal review it was determined that the chest pain and dyspnea were considered to be "Other Medical Event". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, MMR
Symptoms: Headache, Hot flush, Nausea, Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced dizziness, lack of concentration, some nausea and some vomiting. It was noted that the pt has stated that she received MMRII in her childhood and "had a bad reaction". No other pt information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Follow-up information has been received by a phone call to the NP which reports that on 1/22/01, the pt was given a 2nd dose SC of MMRII. On 1/23/01, previously reported as 12/23/00, the pt went to the ER with complaints of hot and cold flashes, chest pain and dyspnea. It was reported that the pt's exam and her lab tests and blood work were unremarkable. She was given IV fluids and IV antiemetics and discharged. The pt was seen on numerous occasions in the clinic with continued complaints of arthralgia, nausea, dizziness and changes in facial sensation. It is indicated that her physical exam remains normal and she was cleared by 2 physicians to return to work. It was reported that the medical doctor feels it is not related and that the pt's symptoms are psychosomatic. The report indicated that the pt was not recovered. Upon internal review it was determined that the chest pain and dyspnea were considered to be "Other Medical Event". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, MMR
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Blood glucose decreased, Blood urea increased, Chest pain, Disturbance in attention
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced dizziness, lack of concentration, some nausea and some vomiting. It was noted that the pt has stated that she received MMRII in her childhood and "had a bad reaction". No other pt information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Follow-up information has been received by a phone call to the NP which reports that on 1/22/01, the pt was given a 2nd dose SC of MMRII. On 1/23/01, previously reported as 12/23/00, the pt went to the ER with complaints of hot and cold flashes, chest pain and dyspnea. It was reported that the pt's exam and her lab tests and blood work were unremarkable. She was given IV fluids and IV antiemetics and discharged. The pt was seen on numerous occasions in the clinic with continued complaints of arthralgia, nausea, dizziness and changes in facial sensation. It is indicated that her physical exam remains normal and she was cleared by 2 physicians to return to work. It was reported that the medical doctor feels it is not related and that the pt's symptoms are psychosomatic. The report indicated that the pt was not recovered. Upon internal review it was determined that the chest pain and dyspnea were considered to be "Other Medical Event". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, MMR
Symptoms: Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Feeling cold, Flushing, Laboratory test abnormal
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced dizziness, lack of concentration, some nausea and some vomiting. It was noted that the pt has stated that she received MMRII in her childhood and "had a bad reaction". No other pt information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Follow-up information has been received by a phone call to the NP which reports that on 1/22/01, the pt was given a 2nd dose SC of MMRII. On 1/23/01, previously reported as 12/23/00, the pt went to the ER with complaints of hot and cold flashes, chest pain and dyspnea. It was reported that the pt's exam and her lab tests and blood work were unremarkable. She was given IV fluids and IV antiemetics and discharged. The pt was seen on numerous occasions in the clinic with continued complaints of arthralgia, nausea, dizziness and changes in facial sensation. It is indicated that her physical exam remains normal and she was cleared by 2 physicians to return to work. It was reported that the medical doctor feels it is not related and that the pt's symptoms are psychosomatic. The report indicated that the pt was not recovered. Upon internal review it was determined that the chest pain and dyspnea were considered to be "Other Medical Event". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, MMR
Symptoms: Lymphocytosis, Mental disorder, Nausea, Sensory disturbance, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Post vax, the pt experienced dizziness, lack of concentration, some nausea and some vomiting. It was noted that the pt has stated that she received MMRII in her childhood and "had a bad reaction". No other pt information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. Follow-up information has been received by a phone call to the NP which reports that on 1/22/01, the pt was given a 2nd dose SC of MMRII. On 1/23/01, previously reported as 12/23/00, the pt went to the ER with complaints of hot and cold flashes, chest pain and dyspnea. It was reported that the pt's exam and her lab tests and blood work were unremarkable. She was given IV fluids and IV antiemetics and discharged. The pt was seen on numerous occasions in the clinic with continued complaints of arthralgia, nausea, dizziness and changes in facial sensation. It is indicated that her physical exam remains normal and she was cleared by 2 physicians to return to work. It was reported that the medical doctor feels it is not related and that the pt's symptoms are psychosomatic. The report indicated that the pt was not recovered. Upon internal review it was determined that the chest pain and dyspnea were considered to be "Other Medical Event". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Mom phoned to report that infant daughter may have had a reaction to IZ. Possible seizure. No elevated temperature reported. Infant being assessed and tested for reaction. Prior to IZ, infant had to be hospitalized for Rotavirus. Awaiting further report from parent and physician.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL, MMR, PNC, VARCEL, PNC
Symptoms: Bronchitis acute, Cardio-respiratory arrest, Contusion, Nasal congestion, Pulmonary oedema
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative concerning a 15 month old white female who on 2/20/01 was vaccinated and that day the child was seen at the doctor's office for a 15 month checkup where mild wheezing was noted on exam. It was reported that nebulizers were not used and the child had never been hospitalized. The child was afebrile and was prescribed Zithromax and albuterol sulfate syrup. On 2/23/01, the pt experienced an unexplained cardiorespiratory arrest and died. It was reported that the pt's mother found the child blue and without vital signs and all attempts to resuscitate her were unsuccessful. It was noted that the physician is questioning "what correlation between vaccines, medications, wheezing and cardiorespiratory arrest". Additional information is expected.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL, MMR, PNC, VARCEL, PNC
Symptoms: Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative concerning a 15 month old white female who on 2/20/01 was vaccinated and that day the child was seen at the doctor's office for a 15 month checkup where mild wheezing was noted on exam. It was reported that nebulizers were not used and the child had never been hospitalized. The child was afebrile and was prescribed Zithromax and albuterol sulfate syrup. On 2/23/01, the pt experienced an unexplained cardiorespiratory arrest and died. It was reported that the pt's mother found the child blue and without vital signs and all attempts to resuscitate her were unsuccessful. It was noted that the physician is questioning "what correlation between vaccines, medications, wheezing and cardiorespiratory arrest". Additional information is expected.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL, MMR, PNC, VARCEL, PNC
Symptoms: Cardio-respiratory arrest, Cyanosis, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative concerning a 15 month old white female who on 2/20/01 was vaccinated and that day the child was seen at the doctor's office for a 15 month checkup where mild wheezing was noted on exam. It was reported that nebulizers were not used and the child had never been hospitalized. The child was afebrile and was prescribed Zithromax and albuterol sulfate syrup. On 2/23/01, the pt experienced an unexplained cardiorespiratory arrest and died. It was reported that the pt's mother found the child blue and without vital signs and all attempts to resuscitate her were unsuccessful. It was noted that the physician is questioning "what correlation between vaccines, medications, wheezing and cardiorespiratory arrest". Additional information is expected.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL, MMR, PNC, VARCEL, PNC
Symptoms: Cardio-respiratory arrest
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a company representative concerning a 15 month old white female who on 2/20/01 was vaccinated and that day the child was seen at the doctor's office for a 15 month checkup where mild wheezing was noted on exam. It was reported that nebulizers were not used and the child had never been hospitalized. The child was afebrile and was prescribed Zithromax and albuterol sulfate syrup. On 2/23/01, the pt experienced an unexplained cardiorespiratory arrest and died. It was reported that the pt's mother found the child blue and without vital signs and all attempts to resuscitate her were unsuccessful. It was noted that the physician is questioning "what correlation between vaccines, medications, wheezing and cardiorespiratory arrest". Additional information is expected.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a 4" X 3" raised, red area, tender to touch over biceps of left arm that lasted for 5 days.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a 4" X 3" raised, red area, tender to touch over biceps of left arm that lasted for 5 days.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Crying, Eye disorder, Hyperhidrosis, Hypertonia, Hypotonia
Clinical narrative: The infant had an instant scream with administration of Prevnar (IPV 1st, Prevnar 2nd, Hib 3rd). The infant became pale, diaphoretic, hypotonic, hyporesponsive, turned bluish across the eyebrows with circumora.. His eyes deviated sharply to the upper right side held there about 30 secs. When his eyes returned to normal position he responded to painful stimuli to ear lobes then to mandibular joints. Cry resulted in color of skin normalization after 15:20. The patient was left clonic. The DTaP was administered to the infant he turned slightly pale, but quickly recovered with mother consoling. The infant firmly began to suck his bottle. The doctor Administered 0.4 ml of APAP med for fever precaution. The mother instructed in what to watch for in the infant behavior for immunization reaction and seeking emergency help. The mother expressed understanding via spanish interpretation. When the infant left the clinic he had good color and was sleeping in the infant seat about 4:50 pm. No oxygen was ever needed, as the infant was treated the doctor responded very quickly. The infant maintained respiratory and heart rate; CPR not needed.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Pallor, Skin discolouration, Stupor
Clinical narrative: The infant had an instant scream with administration of Prevnar (IPV 1st, Prevnar 2nd, Hib 3rd). The infant became pale, diaphoretic, hypotonic, hyporesponsive, turned bluish across the eyebrows with circumora.. His eyes deviated sharply to the upper right side held there about 30 secs. When his eyes returned to normal position he responded to painful stimuli to ear lobes then to mandibular joints. Cry resulted in color of skin normalization after 15:20. The patient was left clonic. The DTaP was administered to the infant he turned slightly pale, but quickly recovered with mother consoling. The infant firmly began to suck his bottle. The doctor Administered 0.4 ml of APAP med for fever precaution. The mother instructed in what to watch for in the infant behavior for immunization reaction and seeking emergency help. The mother expressed understanding via spanish interpretation. When the infant left the clinic he had good color and was sleeping in the infant seat about 4:50 pm. No oxygen was ever needed, as the infant was treated the doctor responded very quickly. The infant maintained respiratory and heart rate; CPR not needed.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cyanosis, Eye movement disorder, Hyperhidrosis, Hypotonia, Pallor
Clinical narrative: The infant had an instant scream with administration of Prevnar (IPV 1st, Prevnar 2nd, Hib 3rd). The infant became pale, diaphoretic, hypotonic, hyporesponsive, turned bluish across the eyebrows with circumora.. His eyes deviated sharply to the upper right side held there about 30 secs. When his eyes returned to normal position he responded to painful stimuli to ear lobes then to mandibular joints. Cry resulted in color of skin normalization after 15:20. The patient was left clonic. The DTaP was administered to the infant he turned slightly pale, but quickly recovered with mother consoling. The infant firmly began to suck his bottle. The doctor Administered 0.4 ml of APAP med for fever precaution. The mother instructed in what to watch for in the infant behavior for immunization reaction and seeking emergency help. The mother expressed understanding via spanish interpretation. When the infant left the clinic he had good color and was sleeping in the infant seat about 4:50 pm. No oxygen was ever needed, as the infant was treated the doctor responded very quickly. The infant maintained respiratory and heart rate; CPR not needed.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Screaming, Strabismus
Clinical narrative: The infant had an instant scream with administration of Prevnar (IPV 1st, Prevnar 2nd, Hib 3rd). The infant became pale, diaphoretic, hypotonic, hyporesponsive, turned bluish across the eyebrows with circumora.. His eyes deviated sharply to the upper right side held there about 30 secs. When his eyes returned to normal position he responded to painful stimuli to ear lobes then to mandibular joints. Cry resulted in color of skin normalization after 15:20. The patient was left clonic. The DTaP was administered to the infant he turned slightly pale, but quickly recovered with mother consoling. The infant firmly began to suck his bottle. The doctor Administered 0.4 ml of APAP med for fever precaution. The mother instructed in what to watch for in the infant behavior for immunization reaction and seeking emergency help. The mother expressed understanding via spanish interpretation. When the infant left the clinic he had good color and was sleeping in the infant seat about 4:50 pm. No oxygen was ever needed, as the infant was treated the doctor responded very quickly. The infant maintained respiratory and heart rate; CPR not needed.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cyanosis, Eye movement disorder, Hypotonia, Hypoxia, Pallor
Clinical narrative: The infant had an instant scream with administration of Prevnar (IPV 1st, Prevnar 2nd, Hib 3rd). The infant became pale, diaphoretic, hypotonic, hyporesponsive, turned bluish across the eyebrows with circumora.. His eyes deviated sharply to the upper right side held there about 30 secs. When his eyes returned to normal position he responded to painful stimuli to ear lobes then to mandibular joints. Cry resulted in color of skin normalization after 15:20. The patient was left clonic. The DTaP was administered to the infant he turned slightly pale, but quickly recovered with mother consoling. The infant firmly began to suck his bottle. The doctor Administered 0.4 ml of APAP med for fever precaution. The mother instructed in what to watch for in the infant behavior for immunization reaction and seeking emergency help. The mother expressed understanding via spanish interpretation. When the infant left the clinic he had good color and was sleeping in the infant seat about 4:50 pm. No oxygen was ever needed, as the infant was treated the doctor responded very quickly. The infant maintained respiratory and heart rate; CPR not needed.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Amnesia, Arthralgia, Arthritis, Dizziness, Dysarthria
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced Lyme disease symptoms. Chronic arthritis, significant joint and muscle pain. Lightheadedness, blurred vision, memory loss, slurred speech and sleep disorder. The pt has constant stiffness.
Age: 44.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Infection, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Myalgia, Sleep disorder, Vision blurred
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced Lyme disease symptoms. Chronic arthritis, significant joint and muscle pain. Lightheadedness, blurred vision, memory loss, slurred speech and sleep disorder. The pt has constant stiffness.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Mother reports seizures that started one day post vaccine, gradually lessened in frequency, last seizure 2/25/01. EEG normal.
Age: 1.46
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Ear disorder, Infection, Pyrexia, Rash, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: It was reported post vaccine pt had temp of 103-104F and hives, 10 days later increased rash, legs clustered red papular 1mm-3mm size. Also with otitis.
Age: 1.46
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: It was reported post vaccine pt had temp of 103-104F and hives, 10 days later increased rash, legs clustered red papular 1mm-3mm size. Also with otitis.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Erythema multiforme
Clinical narrative: It was reported 5 days post Prevnar pt developed erythema multiforme on face, legs and arms.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Otitis media, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Mother reports pt fell asleep at noon after receiving vaccine and slept all day, Mom had to wake to feed not easily aroused and only took 4oz of formula, had voided. early OM - TM red.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Erythema
Clinical narrative: It was reported post vaccine pt had erythema of right anterior thigh with 5x8cm (medial aspect) no sign of infection.
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Gait disturbance
Clinical narrative: Pt unable to bear weight later same evening.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister
Clinical narrative: Vesicular lesions - appearing on face trunk, extremities.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hrs onset of fever 101.5F, irritable, erythematous rash - seen by MD on 3/19/01. Fever subsided - rash faint per MD report.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Gastroenteritis, Injection site reaction, Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt sent home from school vomiting, temp 102F, sleeping a lot. Mom took him to ER temp 104F, vomiting, hives at waistline,armpits,and on face. ER report says temp 101.7F and dx gastroenteritis, 1 day post vaccine injection site puffy, complained of abdominal cramps.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Pt sent home from school vomiting, temp 102F, sleeping a lot. Mom took him to ER temp 104F, vomiting, hives at waistline,armpits,and on face. ER report says temp 101.7F and dx gastroenteritis, 1 day post vaccine injection site puffy, complained of abdominal cramps.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, PNC
Symptoms: Irritability, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever and extreme fussiness 1 hr post immunizations
Age: 0.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, PNC
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Reported from Mom 3/22/01 RT raise bump size of 50 cent piece, warm to touch, not fussy, no fever, no treatment sought. Mom will call or come in if treatment is sought.
Age: 0.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Irritability, Screaming
Clinical narrative: Crying & irritability times hours. Possible fever
Age: 0.51
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Agitation, Cough, Otitis media, Screaming
Clinical narrative: Mom states in PM of 3/26/01 child non-stop crying, greater than 3 hrs and child was inconsolable. Child seen 3/27/01 by Dr and dx with cough and BSOM and treated.
Age: 0.75
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Temp to 101F 36 hrs after
Age: 58.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Fatigue, Headache, Pain
Clinical narrative: Tired- headache- achy 1st day, 2nd day exhausted & aches everywhere, missed work. Extreme fatigue like never before.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Chills, Disorientation, Fasciitis, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: Immediately following vaccines, flu like symptoms, fatigue, joint pain (especially knees) headache, disorientation and ringing ears. Elevated cholesterol, excessive sweating and chills,plantar fascitis, large muscle group fatigue. Treatment on going, dr's care.  Follow up:  Do not know lot numbers.  Vaccine administered by employee, do not wish to question unless required.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Headache, Hyperhidrosis, Influenza like illness, Laboratory test abnormal, Muscular weakness
Clinical narrative: Immediately following vaccines, flu like symptoms, fatigue, joint pain (especially knees) headache, disorientation and ringing ears. Elevated cholesterol, excessive sweating and chills,plantar fascitis, large muscle group fatigue. Treatment on going, dr's care.  Follow up:  Do not know lot numbers.  Vaccine administered by employee, do not wish to question unless required.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME
Symptoms: Tinnitus
Clinical narrative: Immediately following vaccines, flu like symptoms, fatigue, joint pain (especially knees) headache, disorientation and ringing ears. Elevated cholesterol, excessive sweating and chills,plantar fascitis, large muscle group fatigue. Treatment on going, dr's care.  Follow up:  Do not know lot numbers.  Vaccine administered by employee, do not wish to question unless required.
Age: 42.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Pt received shot on 3/8/01 (Anthrax shot #5) and within hours, noted swelling and warmth in the area of injection (left arm) site. ^3cm X 3cm. Area slowly started to shrink but on 3/21/01 at 19:00, pt had acute swelling, papular rash in same area. He was given Ativan 25mg po X 1 with resolution of symptoms. No history of prior adverse reaction to Anthrax. He does have a history of allergic reaction to bee stings in the past.
Age: 36.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Dizziness, Sinusitis
Clinical narrative: 3 days, post vax of Anthrax #1, pt developed giddiness; no fever. Evaluation revealed sinusitis. It was treated with antibiotics and corticosteroids. The follow-up states that the patient is not fully recovered,"dizziness symptoms no longer present but still takes Allegra for allergy symptoms."
Age: 6.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Developed varicella on 3/27/01.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Erythema multiforme, Oedema peripheral, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Pt received MMRII vaccine on 3/12/01. Was being treated for otitis media with Augmentin. On day 8, (3/20/01) pt developed fever of 102F and erythema multiforme with rash and swollen hands and feet. Required treatment with prednisone and antihistamine. Condition resolved in 5 days.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash morbilliform
Clinical narrative: Rash; resembles measles for 5 days and a fever of 104F for 3 days.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: Splotches on face and stomach about 2-3 hours, post vax.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DT, HIBV, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 3/15/01, had DT Pediatric, Hib, IPV and MMR. Within 1 hours, post vax, had full body hives. He was treated with Benadryl and Ora Pred. Symptoms resolved on 3/19/01.
Age: 1.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR, OPV
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Mother states that child had temperature of 106F, post vax, but can't remember if it was day of immunizations or the day after. Mother gave Tylenol and Motrin for fever and placed child in tepid bath. No seizure activity. Mother cannot remember details clearly and doesn't remember how long fever lasted. Did not seek medical attention (per telephone call with RN).
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site abscess
Clinical narrative: Abscess at site of injection, 48 hours later.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Very swollen red upper third of left arm, warm to touch.
Age: 3.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site swelling, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Pt developed swelling around injection site, had 10 x 10cm area of erythema, induration, tenderness.
Age: 8.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, HEPA, IPV, TD
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Swelling and redness of L arm, approximately size of a silver dollar.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection, Pyrexia, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Child exposed to sibling with chicken pox 2 weeks ago. Now has developed low grade fever and about 200 lesions in past 3 days.
Age: 0.56
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt presents with generalized hives contacted Dr, advised Benedryl Q6H prn.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Erythema, Rash
Clinical narrative: Developed rash, redness across chest, arm and face within 2 hours of receiving injection. Given benadyl and Zantac at ER.
Age: 7.8
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: No data provided.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Cellulitis
Clinical narrative: Cellulitis 48 hrs after vaccine in left arm. Tx with Zithromax with good response.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV
Symptoms: Erythema
Clinical narrative: Developed large erythematous local reaction from shoulder to elbow, which developed on night of and morning after vaccine. No systemic symptoms. resolved within 24-48 hrs.
Age: 1.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Malaise, Nausea, Pyrexia, Rash erythematous, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Child experiencing generalized malaise, temp 101.2, nausea and vomiting, rash top of foot red raised non pruritic.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Convulsion, Syncope
Clinical narrative: Syncope, fainting, clonic seizure activity within 5 min of immunization.
Age: 70.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Chills, Erythema, Pain, Pruritus, Rash macular
Clinical narrative: Swelling and pain started within 1/2 hr after shot given - extreme by night fall. Advised to use ice and aspirin. Red blotches appeared on entire upper arm following day. Chills the first night. Pain replaced by itching after 2 days. All symptoms gone after a week.
Age: 70.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Swelling
Clinical narrative: Swelling and pain started within 1/2 hr after shot given - extreme by night fall. Advised to use ice and aspirin. Red blotches appeared on entire upper arm following day. Chills the first night. Pain replaced by itching after 2 days. All symptoms gone after a week.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Asthenia, Blood pressure decreased, Chest pain, Erythema, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: 3/14 felt funny tired, 3/15 am passed out BP dropped arm red and swollen to ER, 3/16 back to ER c/o chest pain, weakness, headache, put on heart monitor. A follow up report received 1/8/2003 adds: It was reported that a pt (3 of 5) received an Imovax Rabies ID vaccination on 03/14/2001. Reportedly the pt developed a headache, sore muscles, and a local reaction. Further info is requested. From telephone conversation on 04/06/2001, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience. From additional correspondence received on 04/18/2001, it was reported that the pt did not experience nightmares or insomnia. On 03/14/2001, the pt felt "funny" in the evening. During the morning of 03/15/2001, the pt passed out at home. 911 was called and pt was taken to the ER. The pt's BP was decreased and developed an injection site reaction. The pt left from the ER feeling weak and her was red and swollen at the site. On 03/16/2001, the pt went back to the ER, stayed for 8 hours: pt was put on heart monitor, complained of chest pain, weakness and headache. From additional correspondence received on 05/21/2001, the required ER/doctor visit was marked in box 8 of the VAERS form. "Reviewed 05/14/2001. Emergency Room Visit Summary can be secured. Follow-up #1 - No further info was provided from mailed correspondence received on 06/25/2001. This case is closed.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Headache, Loss of consciousness, Malaise, Swelling
Clinical narrative: 3/14 felt funny tired, 3/15 am passed out BP dropped arm red and swollen to ER, 3/16 back to ER c/o chest pain, weakness, headache, put on heart monitor. A follow up report received 1/8/2003 adds: It was reported that a pt (3 of 5) received an Imovax Rabies ID vaccination on 03/14/2001. Reportedly the pt developed a headache, sore muscles, and a local reaction. Further info is requested. From telephone conversation on 04/06/2001, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience. From additional correspondence received on 04/18/2001, it was reported that the pt did not experience nightmares or insomnia. On 03/14/2001, the pt felt "funny" in the evening. During the morning of 03/15/2001, the pt passed out at home. 911 was called and pt was taken to the ER. The pt's BP was decreased and developed an injection site reaction. The pt left from the ER feeling weak and her was red and swollen at the site. On 03/16/2001, the pt went back to the ER, stayed for 8 hours: pt was put on heart monitor, complained of chest pain, weakness and headache. From additional correspondence received on 05/21/2001, the required ER/doctor visit was marked in box 8 of the VAERS form. "Reviewed 05/14/2001. Emergency Room Visit Summary can be secured. Follow-up #1 - No further info was provided from mailed correspondence received on 06/25/2001. This case is closed.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Chills, Lethargy
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hrs my arm became very sore and I started to feel as though I was getting the flu. I became very lethargic and weak and later that evening very chilled, the chilled effect last most of the night and by morning it subsided. I still felt very weak the entire next day but by the third day I was feeling fine but still had a sore arm. I never remember having any reaction ever before with any vaccine.
Age: 0.4
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, IPV
Symptoms: Crying, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Cried for 24 hrs continually, rt leg swollen.
Age: 6.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pain, Pruritus, Rash, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Pt started with rash on back which increased overnight, presented in office on next day with 2 circular areas around size of silver dollar. Vesicular lesions which were painful and itchy. No history of varicella. no specific treatment required.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Swelling, warmth, tenderness at injection site.
Age: 59.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: 8 days post vaccine, pt presented with 1 day h/o wheezing and local induration at site of injection.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Injection site pain, Pain in jaw, Toothache
Clinical narrative: Hep B injection given, approx 30 min later pt c/o dizziness, sore jaw and lower teeth. Nausea approx 3 hrs later c/o slight SOB after walking 100 yards, also c/o pain at injection site L deltoid and down entire L arm. Labs done. Phenengan 25mg given.
Age: 32.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Blood pressure decreased, Chest discomfort, Heart rate decreased, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Onset chest tightness approx 10 min post HBV, 10:45 BP 80/64,pulse 50 reg, R 12,lungs CTA, no wheezing, itching, rash, no edema. 10:50 epinephrine IM, 911 called,pt felt relief in chest, BP 80/64, P 64 reg, R 12, 11:02 BP 104/58,P64, 11:05 P88 lungs clear. 11:12am EMS arrived pt transported to Yonkers Gen ER.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Tenderness at injection site,something down deep, throbbing pain radiating from shoulder to elbow.
Age: 54.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Dry mouth, Dysphagia, Malaise, Nausea, Rash
Clinical narrative: Post vaccine approx 10-15 minutes later pt started feeling funny, she developed rash, dry mouth and felt like she had a hard time swallowing which lasted several hrs, she was nauseated. Symptoms lasted 24 hrs then she felt ok.
Age: 6.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Skin disorder
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a generalized varicella rash all over body, with no fever and two small areas of psoriasis.
Age: 1.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Convulsion, Fall, Hypotonia, Opisthotonus
Clinical narrative: Per farther, pt fell bumping right knee and when picked up, pt arched her back stiffly, groaned, then went limp in forward slump for several moments. Pt regained normal wakeful behavior when parent thumped gently on the back. Pt experienced a similar episode later that same day. Two days later pt bumped her head, and experienced the same seizure type activity. Unable to take temperature.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced shortness of breath and swelling of right deltoid 2 hours after leaving clinic. Treated with Benadryl. Pt continues to have shortness of breath one week later.
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt experienced left upper extremity pain with swelling into left hand persisting for 4 days. Pt also developed erythema at injection site.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Face oedema, Hypoxia, Injection site erythema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Approximately 30 minutes post vax, the pt developed a pruritic, erythematous, maculo-papular rash, facial swelling and mild wheezing with increased work of breathing. Treated with oxygen, epinephrine and Benadryl.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash maculo-papular, Wheezing
Clinical narrative: Approximately 30 minutes post vax, the pt developed a pruritic, erythematous, maculo-papular rash, facial swelling and mild wheezing with increased work of breathing. Treated with oxygen, epinephrine and Benadryl.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth, Pain
Clinical narrative: Subsequently starting on 2/17/00, the pt experienced significant local swelling (twice as big), hot to the touch, redness, pain and tenderness at the injection site. He could not walk. The most recent information received on 2/18/00 reports the outcome of the pt as resolved.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: One hour post vax, the pt experienced a red, swollen (softball size) leg which was warm to touch. The pt said it was painful. A doctor visit was required. Parent was instructed to use ice packs and Tylenol. Swelling was focal around injection site. No fever, crepitus or drainage was noted. As of 04/04/2000, no follow-up was received.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, on 4/5/00, the pt experienced swelling, erythema and induration at the injection site which increased in size. At the time of the report, the pt had 11 mm induration 50 mm erythema and the site was firm and hot. An ER room or doctor visit was required. No treatment was given. The most recent information received on 4/7/00 reports the condition of the pt as ongoing.
Age: 63.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Asthenia, Back pain, Muscle spasms, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: Light flashes in eyes, periodic pain in upper back, numbness and tingling in feet and numbness in both arms, muscle weakness in arms and hands. Symptoms continue intermittently. Has seen ophthalmologist, neurologist and an internist. No evidence of diabetes found.
Age: 63.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: Light flashes in eyes, periodic pain in upper back, numbness and tingling in feet and numbness in both arms, muscle weakness in arms and hands. Symptoms continue intermittently. Has seen ophthalmologist, neurologist and an internist. No evidence of diabetes found.
Age: 63.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: LYME, LYME
Symptoms: Back pain, Muscular weakness, Paraesthesia, Photophobia
Clinical narrative: Light flashes in eyes, periodic pain in upper back, numbness and tingling in feet and numbness in both arms, muscle weakness in arms and hands. Symptoms continue intermittently. Has seen ophthalmologist, neurologist and an internist. No evidence of diabetes found.
Age: 64.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Bronchitis, Cough, Dyspnoea, Influenza
Clinical narrative: He was having breathing problems, bronchitis and developed influenza on 11/17/00, 1 month, post vax. Still sick but doing better as of 3/27/01. 60 day follow-up states the pt still has a slight cough and bronchitis.  Follow up:  MD's office had no further information.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3
Symptoms: Cachexia, Faecal incontinence, Injection site pain, Myelitis transverse, Paraplegia
Clinical narrative: Transverse Myelitis; Over a few days, pt developed complete plegia of legs and sensory level at T2 with bladder and bowel incontinence. This has persisted. Pt also has persistent pain at site of injection. Rash. Able to do self care. Stimulation only was walker in house. Wheelchair when goes out. Tired easily. Transverse myelitis.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3
Symptoms: Urinary incontinence
Clinical narrative: Transverse Myelitis; Over a few days, pt developed complete plegia of legs and sensory level at T2 with bladder and bowel incontinence. This has persisted. Pt also has persistent pain at site of injection. Rash. Able to do self care. Stimulation only was walker in house. Wheelchair when goes out. Tired easily. Transverse myelitis.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3
Symptoms: Myelitis transverse, Paralysis
Clinical narrative: Transverse Myelitis; Over a few days, pt developed complete plegia of legs and sensory level at T2 with bladder and bowel incontinence. This has persisted. Pt also has persistent pain at site of injection. Rash. Able to do self care. Stimulation only was walker in house. Wheelchair when goes out. Tired easily. Transverse myelitis.
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: IPV
Symptoms: Guillain-Barre syndrome, Laboratory test abnormal, Myelitis, Myelitis transverse, Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: The pt experienced transverse myelitis in cervical region versus Guillain-Barre. Lumbar puncture showed increased myelin, evolving symptoms, some of which have improved. Persistent paresthesia to the left upper extremity. Cervical lesion on MRI. No hx of MS.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Chest pain, Electrocardiogram abnormal, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Within 2 hours post vax, the pt experienced chest pain, left arm pain, EKG changes, low grade fever. These are the symptoms the pt described over the phone.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, IPV, PNC, DTP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cold sweat, Depressed level of consciousness, Hypotension, Pallor, Respiratory depression
Clinical narrative: Marked pallor, generalized depression central nervous system, central respiratory depression and cold skin. Diagnosed with hypotensive, hyporesponsive reaction.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, IPV, PNC, DTP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Stupor
Clinical narrative: Marked pallor, generalized depression central nervous system, central respiratory depression and cold skin. Diagnosed with hypotensive, hyporesponsive reaction.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, IPV, PNC, DTP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Coma, Hypertonia, Hypotonia
Clinical narrative: Marked pallor, generalized depression central nervous system, central respiratory depression and cold skin. Diagnosed with hypotensive, hyporesponsive reaction.
Age: 0.9
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Oral intake reduced, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: 2 days post vaccine pt had fever and vomiting. Ran low grade fever and not eating for whole week. Seen by physician on 4/2/01 still not wanting to eat solid foods, only takes bottle.
Age: 0.3
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Injection site rash
Clinical narrative: Report of rash around injection site post vaccine.
Age: 0.5
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: L thigh bright red huge welt, Hives all over, onset less than 10 minutes post vaccine.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Red raised lump, non-tender area around injection site. Started 2 wks post vaccine. Hard white head - now resolving, no fever, non-indurated,1cm area on R leg.  Follow up:  This information was not available-the family could not remember when it started.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: Developed redness, erythema at injection site.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Injection site induration
Clinical narrative: Induration at injection site
Age: 1.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Febrile convulsion, Laboratory test abnormal, Postictal state, Tremor
Clinical narrative: Temp 101F, febrile seizure - 30 seconds tonic/clonic then intermittent tremors for 15 minutes. Postictal drowsy for 1-2 hrs.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site mass, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Reports swelling L thigh, hot, induration 9x3cm pain/tender erythema mass, L inguinal swelling.
Age: 1.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: PNC, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Reports swelling L thigh, hot, induration 9x3cm pain/tender erythema mass, L inguinal swelling.
Age: 2.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: Mother brought child in for TB reading concerned about redness on L thigh. Nurse measured red area approx 45x55cm warm to touch. Pt evaluated by Dr no further tx at this time. Child was vaccinated PCV7 on 3/7/01 reaction noted on 3/9/01.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Decreased appetite, Irritability, Pyrexia, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: 2-3 hrs post vaccine had fever 103F, irritable increased sleeping and decreased appetite. Symptoms lasted 24-36 hrs told to go to ER, didn't go because symptoms improved.
Age: 0.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Roseola
Clinical narrative: Mom states area around vaccine red and broke out in rash all over body. appears to be roseola  rash not reaction.