chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 77.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Rash macular, Rash papular, Renal failure, Syncope
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 78 year old male who on 10Aug04 was vaccinated IM in the left deltoid with a 0.5ml dose of pneumococcal 23v polysaccharide vaccine (lot 645255/1212M). On 12Aug04, two days post vaccination, the pt developed a macular, papular rash on the arm that spread all over his body. The pt was treated with unspecified oral steroids and the rash did not improve. One month after vaccination, the client was seen by two dermatologists and was treated with unspecified creams, unspecified steroids and salve. In Jan 2005, the pt was seen by an allergist and there was no improvement in the rash. The pt presented to his primary care physician on 08Feb05 with shortness of breath and rash. Chest x-ray and computed axial tomography (CT scan) were ordered. Two days later on 11Feb05, the client was enroute to see his physician when he collapsed. He was taken via ambulance to the hospital and admitted with the diagnosis of allergic alveolitis. The pt had diffuse infiltrates of both lungs and kidney failure. A Ct scan was performed (results not reported). He was taken to intensive care and placed on very high doses of steroids for weeks, and a full face mask for breathing. While on the high dose steroids the rash disappeared, but when the steroids were reduced to 2.5mg the rash reappeared. The pt was hospitalized for approx two weeks and released when he was breathing better, kidneys were responding and he was able to urinate. The outcome of the reappearing rash was unk. A concern regarding the lot was reported by the physician. Macular papular rash, allergic alveolitis, kidney failure and collapse were considered to be disabling and immediately life threatening events that required intervention to prevent serious criteria.  Additional information has been requested.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthenia, Condition aggravated, Convulsion, Encephalopathy, Guillain-Barre syndrome
Clinical narrative: 10/05/2003 admitted for UTI, 10/7/03 home (not related). 10/15/03 admitted loss of mobility, 10/23/03 home. 10/28/03 ER UTI, vomiting, home. 11/6/03 Vomiting, weakness admit, died 11/21/03.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Laboratory test abnormal, Neuropathy, Pulmonary embolism, Urinary tract infection
Clinical narrative: 10/05/2003 admitted for UTI, 10/7/03 home (not related). 10/15/03 admitted loss of mobility, 10/23/03 home. 10/28/03 ER UTI, vomiting, home. 11/6/03 Vomiting, weakness admit, died 11/21/03.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: 10/05/2003 admitted for UTI, 10/7/03 home (not related). 10/15/03 admitted loss of mobility, 10/23/03 home. 10/28/03 ER UTI, vomiting, home. 11/6/03 Vomiting, weakness admit, died 11/21/03.
Age: 58.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anorexia, Cough, Dizziness, Dysphonia, Tinnitus
Clinical narrative: Chronic cough, hoarseness, phlegm, tinnitus, dizziness, anorexia.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: SMALL
Symptoms: Erythema, Polyarthritis, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: 14 days status post vaccination, developed non-erythematous polyarthritis of wrists, hands, fingers, knees, and ankles. Diagnosed as viral arthritis.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Chest pain, Cough, Drug ineffective, Dyspnoea, Fatigue
Clinical narrative: Service member is a 49 year old patient who experienced several episodes chest pains described as pressure several times approximately 6 weeks after receiving Anthrax #3. He recalls feeling tired, having a rapid resting heart rate (90) and wispy breath for 3-4 days after receiving his first anthrax injection (he also received Td and Influenza at the same time). On 3/20 he developed a cough productive for yellow phlegm and a burning pain in his mid chest that increased when he was lying down and decreased when when he was up and active. He sought medical care and was treated with Cipro. By 3/28 he reports having increasing fatigue and SOB. On 3/31 he experienced severe upper chest pains with radiation to his back and SOB. He sought aid and was treated with NTG, pain medication and evacuated to a hospital. On 4/2 he was admitted where an admission EKG revealed evidence of a recent anterior wall STEMI. He was given standard therapy and immediately referred for mechanical reperfusion. This was accomplished with PTCA and stent deployment within the proximal left anterior descending coronary artery. He was evacuated on 4/8 with recommendations for continued medical care and cardiac rehab.  He continues to have periodic episodes of sharp chest pains that are usually located in his left armpit and sometimes up into left neck. Additionally, he complained of left hip pains.
Age: 49.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Heart rate increased
Clinical narrative: Service member is a 49 year old patient who experienced several episodes chest pains described as pressure several times approximately 6 weeks after receiving Anthrax #3. He recalls feeling tired, having a rapid resting heart rate (90) and wispy breath for 3-4 days after receiving his first anthrax injection (he also received Td and Influenza at the same time). On 3/20 he developed a cough productive for yellow phlegm and a burning pain in his mid chest that increased when he was lying down and decreased when when he was up and active. He sought medical care and was treated with Cipro. By 3/28 he reports having increasing fatigue and SOB. On 3/31 he experienced severe upper chest pains with radiation to his back and SOB. He sought aid and was treated with NTG, pain medication and evacuated to a hospital. On 4/2 he was admitted where an admission EKG revealed evidence of a recent anterior wall STEMI. He was given standard therapy and immediately referred for mechanical reperfusion. This was accomplished with PTCA and stent deployment within the proximal left anterior descending coronary artery. He was evacuated on 4/8 with recommendations for continued medical care and cardiac rehab.  He continues to have periodic episodes of sharp chest pains that are usually located in his left armpit and sometimes up into left neck. Additionally, he complained of left hip pains.
Age: 9.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEPA
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Patient developed fever and rash after receiving Hepatitis A vaccine.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Diagnosed with chicken pox after vaccine at urgent care center.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Back pain, Pharyngitis, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Rhinitis
Clinical narrative: 5/2/05 Received first HB vaccine. 5/3/05 Late afternoon/early evening, started experiencing sore throat and lower back pain. 5/4/05 Above symptoms still present but lessened. 5/5/05 Back discomfort subsided. Sore throat developed into cold.
Age: 9.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Received a #5 DTaP and a #3 Hep B on 5/10 and on 5/11 developed swelling around area on left arm and it was red and hot to touch. As of 5/16/05, there is no more swelling per mom. Also, the hot to touch is gone but there is still some redness.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Injection site warmth, Pyrexia, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Yesterday had DTaP, MMR, and IPV. Today had fever, 4cm area of erythema, hot to touch, tenderness right arm.
Age: 1.4
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Has large, pink urticaria wheals on face, neck, trunk, upper and lower extremities. No fever. Wheals are dissipating; were present beginning four days after injections. On fifth day, dissipating. Treated with Benadryl PO.
Age: 0.22
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAPHEPBIP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Rash erythematous, Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: Infant developed generalized erythematous maculopapular about 24 hours after vaccination. No history of fever.
Age: 48.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Fatigue, Headache, Laboratory test abnormal, Lymphopenia, Pain
Clinical narrative: Received Td booster left deltoid 0.5ml IM on 5/11/05 at about 10:30 AM. Awoke about 08:00 on 5/12/05 with generalized aches and fatigue. By 10:30 AM, had headache (bilateral temples) throbbing. Fever 100.8 after one Tylenol taken. On 5/13/05 only symptoms are body ache and fatigue. 5/14/05 back to normal.
Age: 48.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Pyrexia, White blood cell count increased
Clinical narrative: Received Td booster left deltoid 0.5ml IM on 5/11/05 at about 10:30 AM. Awoke about 08:00 on 5/12/05 with generalized aches and fatigue. By 10:30 AM, had headache (bilateral temples) throbbing. Fever 100.8 after one Tylenol taken. On 5/13/05 only symptoms are body ache and fatigue. 5/14/05 back to normal.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Disorientation, Dizziness, Nausea, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Next morning, patient had episode of dizziness, disorientation, nausea, and fever of 103.0. Patient went to bed and slept most of the day. Felt back to normal Thursday.
Age: 33.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Member received Typhoid shot around 10:30 5/14/05. Then she became , mouth itchy, general vesicular rash to extremities around 1300.
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Lymphadenitis, Lymphadenopathy, Pain
Clinical narrative: About 30 hours after vaccine, patient complained of pain, erythema, and large right groin lymphadenitis versus lymphadenopathy and right thigh erythema.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema, Pain
Clinical narrative: Redness, swelling and tenderness on arm. Significant swelling prompted appointment in Urgent Care.
Age: 0.19
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAPHEPBIP, HIBV, DTAPHEPBIP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Medication error
Clinical narrative: Infant was given immunizations of DTaP, HIB, Hep B, and IPV on 5/9/05 and was repeated on 5/16/05. Parent was told to observe infant for any adverse reactions.
Age: 1.39
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, PNC
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Redness and swelling at both site of immunizations.
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: None stated.
Sex: M
Vaccine: PNC
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Seizure.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Discomfort, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Approximately 4 hours after immunizations, child developed swollen, reddened, warm to touch area. Extends from base of deltoid to just above left elbow. Child complains of discomfort and itching at home. Had IPV and DTaP in that arm. Able to flex elbow joint, leaving reddened creases on lower arm. No complaints of finger or arm numbness. Recommended Motrin every 4-6 hours PRN Pain. Recommended Benadryl Elixir every 4-6 hours for itching.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Injection site swelling, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: Injection site raised, warm, erythema 15cm. No systemic reaction.
Age: 28.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Laboratory test abnormal, Unintended pregnancy
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician through a pregnancy registry concerning a 29 year old female pt with no previous pregnancies, no pertinent medical history  and no known allergies, who on 03-Nov-2003 was vaccinated with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (645297/0331N) and a second dose of varicella virus vaccine live (645297/0331N) was administered on 15-DEC-2003. The physician reported the pt's LMP was 15-Dec-2003. The physician also reported that a home and office pregnancy test was positive with the expected date of delivery reported as 20-SEP-2004. There was no treatment required. It was noted the pt did not have a local reaction at vaccination site, chicken pox or herpes zoster symptoms following vaccination. It was also noted that on 24-Sep-2003, before vaccination with varicella virus vaccine live, the pt had been tested for varicella antibodies and the results were negative. There was no product quality complaint reported. Follow-up information received from a physician reported that the pt had taken prenatal vitamins throughout her entire pregnancy as per routine and iron 325 mg TID for anemia. She had no infections or illnesses during the pregnancy. On 23-APR-2004 a routine ultrasound was normal and a maternal serum alpha-feto protein test was negative. On 24-SEP-2004 a Cesarean section was performed for breech presentation of the infant. It was noted that on 24-SEP-2004, at 40 4/7 weeks from LMP, a normal male infant weighing 9 lbs and 4 ounces was delivered via Cesarean section. The male infant had no congenital anomalies. It was noted that the infant did not have any feature of congenital varicella zoster syndrome. Unspecified medical attention was sought. No additional information is expected.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Unintended pregnancy
Clinical narrative: Information has been received through a pregnancy registry from a LPN, two employees in the office and a 24 year old female with a history of 3 previous pregnancies (one live birth and two miscarriages) who on 29-DEC-2003 was vaccinated by her PCP with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot# 644973/0195N) after first having a negative antibody test on 15-AUG-2003. Following vaccination the pt denied local reaction, varicella symptoms, or Herpes zoster symptoms. On 22-Jan-2004 the pt reported that she may have been 3-6 days pregnant at the time of vaccination. On 27-Jan-2004, after an ultrasound to determine viability which demonstrated positive fetal heart tone, the office reported that the pt was 7 weeks pregnant. Her LMP was 09-DEC-2003 and the estimated date of delivery was 12-SEP-2004. She was placed on prenatal vitamins daily. On both 23-APR-2004 and 26-JUL-2004 ultrasounds were done to follow renal pelvis dilation in fetus; this resolved. On 5-SEP-2004 (38 weeks and 4 days from LMP) an 8 lb normal male infant was born without congenital anomalies or complications. No product quality complaint was involved. No further information is available.
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Unintended pregnancy
Clinical narrative: Information has been received through a pregnancy registry from a physician and from a 36 year old female patient with a concurrent condition of low blood pressure, an allergy to "talabet" and a medical history of 2 pregnancies with no birth defects, still births or miscarriages who on 08-DEC-2003 was vaccinated subcutaneously with a 0.5 ml dose of VARIVAX "2 days before conception". There was no concomitant medication. No adverse symptoms were noted. Diagnostic laboratory tests performed on 19-MAR-2004 were: ultrasound: "normal fetal anatomy: anatomic survey"; amniocentesis: "46 xx; normal female karotype" and "MSAPP" was "WNL". The LMP was 14-Nov-2003. The EDD was 24-AUG-2004. Unspecified medical attention was sought. There was no product quality complaint involved. Follow-up information was received from a physician who reported that the pt had no infections, illnesses or complications during her pregnancy, and no complications during her labor/delivery. It was also noted that the mother did not have any local reaction, varicella or herpes zoster symptoms post vaccination. It was noted the pt did not have concurrent medical conditions. Other medications used during pregnancy included nitrofurantoin 500 mg twice per day, started on 15-MAR-2004 for seven days to treat a urinary tract infection, bismuth subgallate (+) praxomine hydrochloride occasional, prn and ferrous sulfate started on 07-JUL-2004. On 26-AUG-2004 38 5/7 weeks from LMP the mother delivered an 8 pond 8.6 ounce normal live born female infant. It was noted that the infant had no congenital anomalies or other complications or abnormalities. The reporter did mention that the infant experienced an adverse event (no further details provided).
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash erythematous, Rash maculo-papular, Rash pruritic, Rash vesicular, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received concerning a 5 year old male pt who on 04-JUN-2001 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot number 637668/1607K). There was no illness at the time of vaccination. There were no adverse events following prior vaccinations. On 14-MAR-2004, the pt developed a "rash - maculopapular erythematous to vesicular rash" all over the body of approximately 35 lesions. It was noted that the rash was itchy with one crusted lesion. There were no laboratory diagnostic tests performed. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash papular, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a licensed professional nurse (LPN) concerning a 35-month health white female with no known allergies and a history of coarctation of the aorta and heart surgery at two days old who on 11-Apr-2002 was vaccinated in the right arm with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (Oka/Merck) (Lot #640155/0580L). There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On 17-Apr-2002, the patient was vaccinated in the left arm with the first dose of measles virus vaccine live (Moraten)(+)mumps virus vaccine live (Jeryl Lynn) (+)rubella virus vaccine live (Wister RA 27/3)(Lot #640912/1521L). The LPN reported that on 17-Mar-2004, the patient developed a bumpy vesicular rash on her chest and back consisting of 10-12 papules with central vesicles. The patient was noted to be afebrile and in no pain. The patient was seen by her physician and a diagnosis of umcomplicated varicella was made. The patient was treated with oatmeal bathe and calamine(+)camphor(+)diphenhydramine HCl (Caldryl) and on approximately 28-Apr-2004, the patient's varicella resolved. Additional information is not expected.
Age: 17.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: YF
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Paraesthesia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: About one hour after receiving the yellow fever vaccine pt developed paresthesias of her lips, facial and neck hives and difficulty breathing. She was at the local health department when this occurred and was then transferred via emergency squad to hospital. She was observed over night in their facility and received anti-histamines and steroids and made an excellent recovery.
Age: 9.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a health professional concerning a healthy 9 year old female who on 10-MAR-1997 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot# 621192/1550D). On 16-MAR-2004 the pt experienced breakthrough described as a mild rash and itching. Medical attention was sought and the pt was treated with Benadryl. No product quality complaint was involved. The nurse also reported another pt (WAES0404USA02192) who experienced breakthrough after vaccination with varicella virus vaccine live. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer concerning his 19 month old daughter with no past medical history who in August 2003, was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. There was no concomitant medication. On 18-MAR-2004, the pt developed what appeared to be a breakthrough of varicella. On 18-MAR-2004, the reporter scheduled an appointment with a physician for the pt. At the time of the report, laboratory tests had not been performed. At the time of the report, the pt had not recovered. A product quality complaint was not involved. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.1
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 6 year old female who on 10/22/98 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 627336/1056H). The RN reported that in approximately March 2004, the patient developed chicken pox. Unspecified medical attention was sought and the patient was treated with acyclovir. It was noted that hospitalization was not required. At the time of this report, the outcome was unknown. No further information is available.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a certified medical assistant concerning a 30 year old male who on 1/22/04 was vaccinated SC with a 0.5ml dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 644568/1152M). Subsequently the patient developed a mild outbreak of varicella-type rash. The reporter stated that she could not remember the patient's identity or how many lesions he had. Unspecified medical attention was sought and no treatment was required. Subsequently the patient recovered. No product quality complaint was involved. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Skin ulcer, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning an adult male patient who was vaccinated with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live. Subsequently, about 15 days post vaccination, the patient developed a mild chickenpox rash on his trunk and neck with about 20 lesions. No other symptoms were noted. There was no product quality complaint involved. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.08
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash maculo-papular, Skin ulcer, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a health professional concerning an 8 year old white female with allergies to Amoxil and Cefzil and no other pertinent medical history who on 5/10/096 was vaccinated SC in the left arm with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 608585/0390B). Concomitant medication included a first dose of SC in the right arm of MMR (lot # 613240/1414B). There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On approximately 3/16/04 the patient developed chicken pox. It was reported that she had 18-25 lesions located on the chest, legs, and arms. Unspecified medical attention was sought. No product quality complaint was involved. No additional information was provided. Follow up information from the health care professional indicated that the patient's chicken pox started on 3/17/04. It was described as 18-25 insect bite like lesions on the chest/UE/LE, lasting for 5-7 days. There were no labs or diagnostic tests done. It was reported that the patent recovered. Additional follow up indicated that the patient had 18-25 maculo papular lesions on the chest and extremities that began on 3/17/04. At the office visit she had a temperature of 100.6. It was also reported that the child had exposure to varicella during the prior week. Additional information is not expected.
Age: 1.01
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 45 year old white male with a penicillin allergy who on 5/17/01, at 14:30, was vaccinated SC in the right leg with the first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 635948/1333K). There was no illness at the time of vaccination. The RN reported that on 2/27/04, the patient developed a rash, itching and fever. It was unknown if medical attention was sought. At the time of this report, the outcoe was unknown. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 0.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Computerised tomogram, Convulsion, Electroencephalogram
Clinical narrative: Seizures started 2/3/05 subsequently multiple seizures. Pt has been evaluated by pediatric neurologist. Seizures
Age: 52.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Contusion, Diarrhoea, Injection site pain, Pyrexia, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Pt states she had to go to ER because of high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, pain and bruising at injection site. Was told she had intestinal virus.
Age: 52.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Pt states she had to go to ER because of high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, pain and bruising at injection site. Was told she had intestinal virus.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Lymphadenopathy
Clinical narrative: Local reaction at injection site L deltoid, lymphadenopathy developed in axilla with persistent local pain.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Chicken pox, mild
Age: 5.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Oedema
Clinical narrative: 4"x2" area of edema L thigh, warm to touch.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: DTaP and IPV were administered at left deltoid location on 5/11/2005.  The next day the left upper arm developed swelling.  Swelling increased and became erythematous over the next day.  Patient was assessed at the office 5/13/2005 and had a 10 X 10 cm swollen, erythematous, warm area over the left deltoid and upper to mid triceps area of the left arm.
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Cellulitis, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Injection site pain. Cellulits at the injection site. 103.4 F temparature. Treatment: Levofloxacin 500 mg iv x 3 days Vancomycin 1 gram q12n x 2 days Patient was positive for Staph/-Coag Neg
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: White blood cell count increased
Clinical narrative: Injection site pain. Cellulits at the injection site. 103.4 F temparature. Treatment: Levofloxacin 500 mg iv x 3 days Vancomycin 1 gram q12n x 2 days Patient was positive for Staph/-Coag Neg
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, YF
Symptoms: Chills, Headache, Joint stiffness, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Pain
Clinical narrative: Client reports onset of chills and fever on days 5 and 6 and again on days 11 and 12, following receipt of vaccines.  She states her normal temperature is about 97F and during the above incidents, it was about 100 degrees.  She adds that she experienced generalized body aches and joint stiffness, some neck stiffness and Headache.  Client states she did not seek treatment, nor did she contact her PMD.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, YF
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Client reports onset of chills and fever on days 5 and 6 and again on days 11 and 12, following receipt of vaccines.  She states her normal temperature is about 97F and during the above incidents, it was about 100 degrees.  She adds that she experienced generalized body aches and joint stiffness, some neck stiffness and Headache.  Client states she did not seek treatment, nor did she contact her PMD.
Age: 54.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Chills, Injection site induration, Injection site pain, Nasal congestion, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Had fever (103F) and chills night of injection with tetanus/ diptheria, low grade temperature for 3 days following vaccination. Throat congestion noted.  Now has 26cm x 18cm area of induration around injection site on left deltoid. Area painful. Extends up over left shoulder and down to elbow.  Physician prescribed ibuprofen 800mg TID, hydroxizine 50mg HS and recommended ice to area to reduce swelling.  Note given to patient--no further tetanus/diptheria injections to be administered.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Oedema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: SYMPTOMS NOTED BY PARENT THIS AM. RIGHT THIGH SWOLLEN, ITCHING AND VERY RED AND WARM TO TOUCH
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: large area localized swelling and redness at site of DTaP injection in r deltoid
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEPA, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Whole-arm swelling and erythema at site of DTaP vaccine.  Swelling occurred 24 hours after injection and has persisted for another 24 hours.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Anaphylactic reaction, Arthralgia, Asthma, Hypersensitivity, Injection site erythema
Clinical narrative: Anthrax shot #1 red, itchy knot in the area the shot was administered. Anthrax shot #2 same reaction as the first.  Anthrax shot #3 same reaction as first two; along with severe respiratory and allergen problems in Jul 1999.  Was only given nebulizer treatments and albuterol. I had also developed severe muscle aches and pain in my upper and lower back, hips, knees, feet, and ankles.  I had to go to physical therapy once a week.  Anthrax shot #4 same reaction and treatments as the first three. Anthrax #5 same reaction as first four. Was given an allergy skin test in Oct 2000.  This is when I first found out why I was developing breathing problems after being exposed to any type of nature environment.  I am severely allergic to all trees, grasses, weeds, cats, dogs, dust, dust mites, salt water, peanuts, and soy.  I was treated as a patient with asthma, and was given two prednisone treatments in Oct 2000 (10mg of prednisone) and Dec 2000 (20mg of prednisne).  I had also started receiving allergy shots in early 2001, where I would receive 3 shots twice a week. I had experienced a anaphalaxis attack after receiving my shots in Dec 2001.  I was given 40mg of prednisone, Benadryl, and albuterol to help reverse the reaction.  I was also placed on Singulair, Flovent, Serevent, and Zyrtec in Oct 2000.  I later developed liver problems in May 2003.  I was hospitalized May 9 - 11, 2003. 12/31/09 Respiratory infection and allergies has gotten worse. Muscle and joint pain was worsen and joint pain had developed into Osteoarthritis. The muscles pain is Fibromyalgia. There are no changes in the migraines.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Injection site mass, Liver disorder, Myalgia, Pain, Respiratory disorder
Clinical narrative: Anthrax shot #1 red, itchy knot in the area the shot was administered. Anthrax shot #2 same reaction as the first.  Anthrax shot #3 same reaction as first two; along with severe respiratory and allergen problems in Jul 1999.  Was only given nebulizer treatments and albuterol. I had also developed severe muscle aches and pain in my upper and lower back, hips, knees, feet, and ankles.  I had to go to physical therapy once a week.  Anthrax shot #4 same reaction and treatments as the first three. Anthrax #5 same reaction as first four. Was given an allergy skin test in Oct 2000.  This is when I first found out why I was developing breathing problems after being exposed to any type of nature environment.  I am severely allergic to all trees, grasses, weeds, cats, dogs, dust, dust mites, salt water, peanuts, and soy.  I was treated as a patient with asthma, and was given two prednisone treatments in Oct 2000 (10mg of prednisone) and Dec 2000 (20mg of prednisne).  I had also started receiving allergy shots in early 2001, where I would receive 3 shots twice a week. I had experienced a anaphalaxis attack after receiving my shots in Dec 2001.  I was given 40mg of prednisone, Benadryl, and albuterol to help reverse the reaction.  I was also placed on Singulair, Flovent, Serevent, and Zyrtec in Oct 2000.  I later developed liver problems in May 2003.  I was hospitalized May 9 - 11, 2003. 12/31/09 Respiratory infection and allergies has gotten worse. Muscle and joint pain was worsen and joint pain had developed into Osteoarthritis. The muscles pain is Fibromyalgia. There are no changes in the migraines.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Vaccine positive rechallenge
Clinical narrative: Anthrax shot #1 red, itchy knot in the area the shot was administered. Anthrax shot #2 same reaction as the first.  Anthrax shot #3 same reaction as first two; along with severe respiratory and allergen problems in Jul 1999.  Was only given nebulizer treatments and albuterol. I had also developed severe muscle aches and pain in my upper and lower back, hips, knees, feet, and ankles.  I had to go to physical therapy once a week.  Anthrax shot #4 same reaction and treatments as the first three. Anthrax #5 same reaction as first four. Was given an allergy skin test in Oct 2000.  This is when I first found out why I was developing breathing problems after being exposed to any type of nature environment.  I am severely allergic to all trees, grasses, weeds, cats, dogs, dust, dust mites, salt water, peanuts, and soy.  I was treated as a patient with asthma, and was given two prednisone treatments in Oct 2000 (10mg of prednisone) and Dec 2000 (20mg of prednisne).  I had also started receiving allergy shots in early 2001, where I would receive 3 shots twice a week. I had experienced a anaphalaxis attack after receiving my shots in Dec 2001.  I was given 40mg of prednisone, Benadryl, and albuterol to help reverse the reaction.  I was also placed on Singulair, Flovent, Serevent, and Zyrtec in Oct 2000.  I later developed liver problems in May 2003.  I was hospitalized May 9 - 11, 2003. 12/31/09 Respiratory infection and allergies has gotten worse. Muscle and joint pain was worsen and joint pain had developed into Osteoarthritis. The muscles pain is Fibromyalgia. There are no changes in the migraines.
Age: 1.05
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Bacterial infection, Cough, Pruritus, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a woman in a pediatrician's office concerning a 4 year old male student with seasonal allergies who on 10/19/00 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. It was reported that on 3/2/04 the patient developed red bumps on his body, cough, fever, and itching. A diagnosis of chicken pox was made. The patient was subsequently seen by a physician. On 3/3/04, the patient's cough resolved and after several days his fever also resolved. In March 2004, the patient recovered from his chicken pox. Follow up information received on 3/30/04 contained the following adverse experiences: strep throat (3/23/04). No further information is available.
Age: 1.05
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a woman in a pediatrician's office concerning a 4 year old male student with seasonal allergies who on 10/19/00 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. It was reported that on 3/2/04 the patient developed red bumps on his body, cough, fever, and itching. A diagnosis of chicken pox was made. The patient was subsequently seen by a physician. On 3/3/04, the patient's cough resolved and after several days his fever also resolved. In March 2004, the patient recovered from his chicken pox. Follow up information received on 3/30/04 contained the following adverse experiences: strep throat (3/23/04). No further information is available.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning an 11 year old male with no allergies or medical history who on 1/3/97 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 618233/0781D). There was no concomitant medication. On 3/18/04, the patient experienced a rash on the trunk, face, and arms. Unspecified medical attention was sought and he was treated with calamine (+) camphor (+) pramoxine hydrochloride bath and acyclovir. A product quality complaint was not involved. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 1.56
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash macular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 39 month old white male with epilepsy who on the afternoon of 6/18/02 was vaccinated SC in the right thigh with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 638810/0497L). Concomitant vaccine therapy included a fourth dose given IM in the right lower thigh of diphtheria toxoid (+) pertussis acellular 3-component vaccine (+) tetanus toxoid (lot # 975A2) and a fourth dose given IM in the right lower thigh of HIB conjugate vaccine (lot # 477255). There was no illness at the time of vaccination. On 3/3/04 at 0900 the patient's mother reported that she noticed a macular rash on the patient's left side that had spread to the chest, back, down the legs, on the face, and in the hair. The nurse reported that the patient had chicken pox. On 3/15/04 the rash was beginning to dry with scabbing. The mother used calamine lotion for itching. On 3/17/04, after about 2 weeks, the patient recovered, which was reported as uneventful. It was noted that the patient had no adverse events following prior vaccinations. No further information is expected.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a licensed practical nurse concerning a 9 year old male student with an allergy to pencillin who on 02/12/1998 was vaccinated subcutaneously in the left arm with a first 0.5ml dose of varicella virus vaccine live (Oka/Merck) (lot # 624640 / 1424E).  There were no adverse events following prior vaccination.  Illness at the time of vaccination included fever on 02/12/1998, which was diagnosed as a viral syndrome and treated by the "fever protocol".  There was no concomitant medication.  On 03/18/2004, the patient presented with his father to the medical office with greater than 100 lesions scattered throughout and with a temperature greater than 100 degrees.  The reporter stated this was day two of the outbreak  and an onset date of 03/17/2004 was noted.  Calamine, camphor, pramoxine hydrochloride (Aveeno) and over the counter diphenhydramine hydrochloride (Benadryl) were recommended.  The reporter noted no aspirin and isolate.  On 03/22/2004, the patient had a re-check.  The elsions were scabbed and the reporter noted it was okay to return to school in the AM.  Laboratory tests were not performed.  On 03/22/2004, the patient recovered.  The reporter noted therapy with varicella virus vaccine live was discontinued.  A product quality complaint was not involved.  Additional information is not expected.
Age: 1.29
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Dermatitis bullous
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 15 month old while male with no medical history who on 03/03/2004 was vaccinated subcutaneously in the left thigh with the first dose of Varicella virus vaccine live (Oka/Merck) (Lot #647088/0852N).  There was no concomitant therapy or illness at the time of vaccination.  The physician reported that on 03/18/2004, the patient developed four vesicles on an erythematous base with minimal induration.  Medical attention was not sought and no laboratory/diagnostic tests were performed.  Subsequently, the patient recovered from his events.  Additional information is not expected.
Age: 1.05
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from office staff concerning a 4 year old caucasion male with no relevant medical history who on 06/27/2000 was vaccinated on the left side with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (Oka/Merck) (Lot # 632724/0087K).  Concomitant therapy on 06/27/2000 included a second dose on the right side of measles virus vaccine, live mumps virus vaccine, live rubella virus vaccine.  There was no illness at the time of vaccination.  On 03/16/2004, at 14:40, the patient developed a rash that erupted on the trunk area, hand and face with approximately 40 lesions.  It was noted that during the office visit at 14:40 some lesions had vesicular tops with fluid filled tops and itched.  Unspecified medical attention was sought.  Subsequently, the patient recovered.  No further information has been requested.
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a consumer who is the mother of a 36 month old white male with no relevant medical history who on 10/13/1996 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live.  There was not concomitant medication.  There was no illness at the time of vaccination.  It was noted that the patient's mother developed chickenpox at age 37 and 2 weeks later in October 1998, the patient developed a "small case of chickenpox", "with a 6 pox marks total" and was "not sick at all".  There were no diagnostic laboratory tests performed.  It was also noted that the patient was in nursery school at the time.  Subsequently, the patient recovered.  Additional information has been requested.
Sex: U
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Medication error, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a patient who was vaccinated SC with a 0.5ml first dose of varicella virus vaccine live.  Subsequently, 10 days after being vaccinated, the patient developed a rash.  It was noted that the patient received a letter from the old doctor's office where the vaccine was administered stating that the patient may have received "subpotent vaccine".  Unspecified medical attention was sought.  No laboratory diagnostic studies were performed.  Subsequently, the patient recovered from the rash.  There was no product quality compliant.  No further information is expected.
Age: 9.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from the mother of a 9 year old female with no medical history and no allergies who in 1996 was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live.  On 03/17/2004 the patient broke out with the chicken pox with approximately 50 pock marks, which were spread throughout her upper torso (abdomen, chest, and back) and on her face.  Unspecified medical attention was sought and the patient was treated with Acyclovir.  The patient was recovering with sequalae.  No product quality compliant was involved.  It was also reported that two of her daughter's classmates at her school also broke out with chicken pox.  Additional information has been requested.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Medication error
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 30 year old Asian male patient who on 10/24/2003 at 14:00 and on 01/08/2004 was vaccinated on the left side subcutaneously with a first and second dose of varicella virus vaccine live and failed to seroconvert, respectively.  There was no concomitant medication.  It was noted that in approximately December 2003, the patient was ill in between injections.  On 02/17/2004, a titer was drawn and the patient was found to be below acceptable titer with no other symptoms.  Unspecified medical attention was sought.  There was no product quality compliant involved.  Additional information is expected.
Age: 1.01
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Asthma, Drug ineffective, Infection, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 4 year old white male patient with a concurrent condition of Asthma who on 05/16/2000 was vaccinated subcutaneously in the right arm with a 0.5ml first dose of varicella virus vaccine live.  There was no concomitant medication.  On 03/22/2004, the patient developed varicella (previously reported as presented to the office with less than 30 lesions).  The physician noted "more lesions were erupted as he watched the child".  There was no treatment required.  There were no laboratory diagnostic tests performed.  The outcome was recovered.  Unspecified medical attention was sought.  There was no product quality compliant involved.  No further information has been requested.
Age: 1.12
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Pruritus, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning a 14 month old female patient who on 3/2/04 at14:00 was vaccinated SC in the left thigh with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 644796/0336N). On 3/22/04 at 0900, the patient developed about 10 vesicular lesions. Medical attention was sought. On 3/23/04, the patient's mother called the medical office and reported one day of itching vesicles (approximately 10) on the patient's face, scalp, neck and torso. No other symptoms were noted. The mother treated with itching with Aveno and calamine lotion. On 4/2/04 the mother spoke to the medical office and stated the rash had resolved. A recovery date of 4/2/04 was noted. A product quality complaint was not involved. Additional information is not expected.
Age: 1.57
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Blister, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a woman in a physician's office concerning a 4 year old male with reactive airway disease who on 4/23/01 was vaccinated in the right arm with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 632387/1238K). The patient was at a well visit and had right otitis media at the time of vaccination. On 3/16/04 at 0900 the patient developed a rash all over his body with blisters forming and popping. Subsequently the patient recovered. Additional information is not expected.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Skin ulcer, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a registered nurse concerning her 30 month old granddaughter who was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot number not provided) when she was younger. The reporter indicated that in approximately March 2004, the child had a breakthrough of chicken pox. She had twenty to thirty lesions, which were located below the child's waist, primarily on her buttocks and legs. No other information was provided. Unspecified medical attention was sought. There was no product quality complaint.
Age: 1.01
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Erythema, Rash
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a health professional concerning a 12 month old female patient with no pertinent medical history, who on 3/23/04 at10:30 was vaccinated SC in the left deltoid with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (lot # 647262/1135N). Concomitant vaccine administered SC in the right deltoid on 3/23/04, at 10:30 included a dose of MMR vaccine live (lot # 646898/0950N). The health professional reported that the patient had the shots yesterday and today (3/26/04), she has a rash on her entire body. Follow up information from a health care worker confirmed that the patient's rash started on 3/24/04 at 20:00 PM and was described as mild erythema maculopapular rash all over extremities and scant on her trunk area. As per the patient's mother, the patient's rash resolved on 3/28/04. It was noted the therapy was discontinued. No treatment was required for the adverse event and no laboratory studies were performed. There was no product quality complaint reported. Unspecified medical attention was sought. No additional information has been requested.
Age: 7.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a medical assistant concerning a healthy 7 year old female who was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. On 3/7/04, the patient developed an unknown type of rash. It was reported that the physician did unspecified blood work which came back positive for varicella. The rash was on the patient's body and face was itchy and she had a fever as high as 102 F. It was reported that hydroxyzine hydrochloride was prescribed for itching. Subsequently, the patient recovered from varicella. There was no product quality complaint involved. Additional information has been requested.
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a female patient who was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live. Subsequently, the patient presented with break through chicken pox. Unspecified medical attention was sought. A product quality complaint was not involved. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a physician concerning a 5 year old male who was vaccinated several years prior with varicella virus vaccine live. Subsequently, the patient came to the physician's office with a full blown case of chicken pox. There was no product quality complaint involved. The reporter also indicated that another physician reported two sisters who had similar experiences following exposure to varicella virus vaccine live (WAES0405USA00652 and 0405USA00653). Additional information has been requested.