chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 1.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Difficulty in walking, Haemorrhage
Clinical narrative: On 6/5/00, mom noticed blood on blanket and pt chewing on it. On 6/7/00, the child was crawling instead of walking, like he didn't want to step on right foot. Mom moved all limbs, baby fine. On 6/8/00, the pt seemed to favor right leg and had mouthful of blood. The pt was referred to specialist to rule out internal bleeding. Pt was not taken to physician and symptoms resolved.
Age: 75.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Swelling
Clinical narrative: On 6/16/00, the pt reports that her left arm was red and swollen from shoulder to elbow, was very warm to the touch.
Age: 65.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Erythema, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, the pt presented with extreme swelling and redness of right arm from shoulder to elbow. Pt appeared to have cellulitis in tricep region of arm that required antibiotics to treat the inflammation.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, the pt complained of left arm swelling and redness from shoulder region to elbow.
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: This is in follow up to report previously submitted on 5/14/99. Information has been received from a physician concerning a 4 year old female patient with asthma who on 9/13/96 was vaccinated with a first dose of varicella virus vaccine live SC in the right thigh. It was reported that the patient previously was taking loratadine 10mg half a tablet QD. On 1/28/99, the patient developed chicken pox located on her back and legs that consisted of approximately 25 lesions. The patient was treated with diphenhydramine HCl, acetaminophen, and calamine. Additional information has been requested.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anaphylactic reaction, Cough, Dyspnoea, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis
Clinical narrative: Within minutes post vax, the pt developed an anaphylactic reaction characterized by narrowing of the pt's airway, swollen tongue, and shortness of breath. The pt was treated in the ER. A week post vax the pt developed cold symptoms and a cough.
Age: 47.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Tongue oedema
Clinical narrative: Within minutes post vax, the pt developed an anaphylactic reaction characterized by narrowing of the pt's airway, swollen tongue, and shortness of breath. The pt was treated in the ER. A week post vax the pt developed cold symptoms and a cough.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever. A physician reported that a pt received an injection of Flu Shield and within 6 hours, developed a fever which persisted for 7 days, and the pt was hospitalized. This is 1 of 2 reports from this facility of adverse events post vax of this Flu Shield lot.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cough, Influenza, Pain, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 10 year old female, post vax, developed a fever of 104 to 105F, chills, body aches, cough and nasal drainage. A dx of influenza was made; however, the type was not specified.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cough, Influenza, Pain, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a female, post vax, developed a fever of 104 to 105F, chills, body aches, cough and nasal drainage. A dx of influenza was made; however, the type was not specified.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cough, Influenza, Pain, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 7 year old male, post vax, developed a fever of 104 to 105F, chills, body aches, cough and nasal drainage. A dx of influenza was made; however, the type was not specified.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Blood pressure increased, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: A female reported that she received influenza vaccine and the next day, she developed a fever of 101F, her blood pressure increased to 198/110 and her pulse was 110. She was treated with an antibiotic and recovered within a few days. The reporter declined to provide additional information and declined to grant permission for follow-up investigation.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Drug ineffective, Nausea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hours post vax, this pt developed nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and upper respiratory infection. She was seen in a ER where a dx of influenza was made. As of 02/07 the pt recovered.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Within 24 hours post vax, this pt developed nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and upper respiratory infection. She was seen in a ER where a dx of influenza was made. As of 02/07 the pt recovered.
Age: 44.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Chest pain
Clinical narrative: Within a few hours post vax, this pt experienced "crushing" chest pain. She recovered within 4-6 hours post onset of symptoms.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cough, Drug ineffective, Pain, Pyrexia, Rhinorrhoea
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to vax, this pt developed a fever of 104-105 F, chills, body aches, cough, and nasal drainage. A dx of influenza was made, however type was not specified. This pt's children and spouse all developed influenza post receipt of 1999-2000 formula.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Viral infection
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to vax, this pt developed a fever of 104-105 F, chills, body aches, cough, and nasal drainage. A dx of influenza was made, however type was not specified. This pt's children and spouse all developed influenza post receipt of 1999-2000 formula.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Malaise, Musculoskeletal stiffness
Clinical narrative: Subsequent to vax, this pt became sick, developed an injection site reaction characterized by swelling and stiffness.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: This female inadvertently received a subcutaneous injection of flu vax on 10/1/99. Later that day, she presented with injection site reaction characterized by swelling, redness, and tenderness. She recovered.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypersensitivity, Myalgia, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Within 45 minutes post vax, this pt developed muscle pain and soreness. Swelling developed 2 days post vax and she was seen in the ER. Physician indicated that she had had allergic reaction to possible vax additive. The pt recovered.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: This person developed an injection site reaction post vax, characterized by redness, tenderness and hardness.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Pain, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt developed vomiting which lasted 24 hours, arm pain and arthralgia.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Drug ineffective, Fatigue, Influenza, Pain
Clinical narrative: This physician in her 40's received vax and the following day she felt achy. Two days post vax, she felt very tired, had fever, vomiting and diarrhea and was dxed with "full blown flu."
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Viral infection, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: This physician in her 40's received vax and the following day she felt achy. Two days post vax, she felt very tired, had fever, vomiting and diarrhea and was dxed with "full blown flu."
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Conversion disorder, Pain
Clinical narrative: Within 10 minutes post vax, this patient developed extreme pain in her arm and cried "hysterically." The pt self-medicated with Benadryl and Tylenol; she self-treated with applications of ice. The pt recovered within 12 hours.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Abnormal behaviour, Aggression, Agitation, Dysphonia
Clinical narrative: Twenty minutes post vax, this child became extremely agitated and his voice became very hoarse. He tried to hit himself and threatened to kill his mother. No previous history of aggressive. The next day, the aggression resolved without treatment. As of 11/01/1999, pt remains recovered.
Age: 53.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Influenza like illness, Nasopharyngitis, Pain
Clinical narrative: This employee inadvertently received an injection of improperly stored vax which had been left out of refrigeration for one day. The pt developed flu-like symptoms which consisted of a cold, aches, and diarrhea. The pt recovered.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: Within hours post vax, this pt experienced 4 inch area of redness at the injection site which was also indurated, swollen, and warm.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: Post vax, this pt developed an injection site reaction characterized by red, hard, hot "knots" described as the size of "tennis balls."
Age: 37.0
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Face oedema, Flushing, Injection site oedema, Pruritus, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Within 45 minutes post vax, the pt developed swelling and flushing of the face, lips and chest as well as an injection site reaction characterized by swelling and itching. The pt was administered Medrol. Within 1.5 hours, the swelling began to subside.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: Subsequently to vax, the pt experienced an unspecified adverse event. No further information is available at time to this report.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Influenza like illness
Clinical narrative: Post vax, this pt developed flu-like symptoms.
Age: 61.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Condition aggravated, Sinusitis
Clinical narrative: While administering vax to pt,  the syringe disconnect and the vaccine squirted in the nurse's mouth and nostrils. At the time, she was being treated for a sinus infection with Amoxicillin. The infection  worsened within 2 days of exposure to fax and the nurse's physician increased antibiotic dosage. Physician does not correlate worsening of infection to the vax exposure.
Age: 77.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Anorexia, Diarrhoea, Nausea
Clinical narrative: A couple of days post vax, this pt developed nausea and diarrhea and decreased appetite. The pt  self-medicated with Immodium without resolve. As of the date of this report, outcome is unresolved.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: Post vax, hospital employee developed cellulitis at the injection site.  The pt was treated with Keflex.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Infection, Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: Seven days post vax this pt developed red, blotchy "fine bumps" which extended from right elbow to shoulder. Several of the bumps opened and she described her right arm as feeling fatigued. The pt was seen by a physician, 10/16/99, and diagnosed with shingles. She recovered.
Age: 74.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Condition aggravated, Rheumatoid arthritis
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, this pt developed an exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis with lower back pain in her feet. The prednisone therapy had been discontinued on 10/06/1999. On 12/14/99, her rheumatologist reported that the pt's back and foot pain "slightly better."
Age: 50.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Unevaluable event
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, "non-specific test for hepatitis" was reportedly positive. Additional tests didn't confirm this. Most recent information indicated this was a false positive test.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Heart rate increased, Hypertension, Tachycardia
Clinical narrative: This pt developed episodes of tachycardia. It was indicated that the pt reported ongoing tachycardia and an elevated blood pressure following receipt of this vax.
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Laboratory test abnormal, Vasculitis
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that she inadvertently received a subcutaneous injection of FLU SHIELD on 15-OCT-1999. Within 24 hours, she developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness. The patient recovered within 48 hours.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Joint swelling, Pain, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, this pt developed a red, blotchy rash with minor soreness on  her arms and legs. The rash on her arms resolved by the end of that same day and the rash on her legs abated on the following day. She then developed swollen, sore knees.
Age: 64.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Ecchymosis, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, this pt developed an injection site reaction  with redness and a "black and blue" bruise. He recovered.
Age: 77.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Swelling face
Clinical narrative: Within one hour post vax, this pt experienced a puffy lip and loss of feeling in her lip. She was treated with 50 mg Benadryl and recovered.
Age: 42.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Eye disorder, Lacrimation increased, Ocular hyperaemia
Clinical narrative: Two days post vax, this pt eyes began tearing and became red, irritated, and "wrinkled."
Age: 40.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Back pain, Injection site pain, Muscular weakness, Neck pain, Sensation of heaviness
Clinical narrative: Fours days post vax, this pt experienced pain at the injection site which radiated to her shoulder, back, and neck. She also experienced weakness and heaviness in her arm, causing difficulty lifting or using the arm. She recovered in 2 days without treatment.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: This pt experienced burning at the injection site during administration. Within 30 minutes, she experienced itching at the injection site, and then developed redness, swelling also but which comes and goes. She was prescribed Augmentin. Achiness at injection site ensued and radiated down her arm and up into her shoulders and neck. On 10/20, she developed "flu-like" symptoms of sore throat and achiness. She recovered.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: This pt experienced burning at the injection site during administration. Within 30 minutes, she experienced itching at the injection site, and then developed redness, swelling also but which comes and goes. She was prescribed Augmentin. Achiness at injection site ensued and radiated down her arm and up into her shoulders and neck. On 10/20, she developed "flu-like" symptoms of sore throat and achiness. She recovered.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Erythema, Oedema peripheral, Pain
Clinical narrative: Eight days post vax, this pt experienced shoulder pain and upper arm swelling, some erythema, no fever.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Coordination abnormal, Dyskinesia, Gait disturbance, Muscle spasms, Muscle twitching
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 38 year old female received a TD vaccination on  4/19/99. Reportedly, 3 days post vax, the pt developed spasms in the left arm. The pt was seen in the doctor's office and was referred to a neurologist due to movement disorder and ataxia. From additional information received on 5/17/99, it was reported, "Pt noted twitching muscular in back and buttocks right after (minutes after) vaccine administered, but they resolved. Then the next day (4-29-99) in the evening, had onset of pain in left arm (injection arm) and muscle spasm. Was seen by me on 4/21/99, given Vicodin and Flexeril and pain resolved. But on 4/22/99, involuntary twitching of her muscles of trunk, arms, legs, head, neck and decreased coordination and gait disturbance. None of these symptoms have resolved." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported, "Brain MRI-nml."
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 38 year old female received a TD vaccination on  4/19/99. Reportedly, 3 days post vax, the pt developed spasms in the left arm. The pt was seen in the doctor's office and was referred to a neurologist due to movement disorder and ataxia. From additional information received on 5/17/99, it was reported, "Pt noted twitching muscular in back and buttocks right after (minutes after) vaccine administered, but they resolved. Then the next day (4-29-99) in the evening, had onset of pain in left arm (injection arm) and muscle spasm. Was seen by me on 4/21/99, given Vicodin and Flexeril and pain resolved. But on 4/22/99, involuntary twitching of her muscles of trunk, arms, legs, head, neck and decreased coordination and gait disturbance. None of these symptoms have resolved." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported, "Brain MRI-nml."
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Headache, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 30 year old male received a TD vaccination on 5/3/99. Reportedly, 3 hours post vax, the pt experienced a fever, headache, dizziness and light-headedness. In the evening, the pt experienced slight abdominal pain without nausea, which lasted for 3 days. From additional information received, the pt took Tylenol extra strength, 1 tablet 4 x day. The pt reportedly, recovered from this experience.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Malaise, Muscle spasms, Neck pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a pt received a TD vaccination on 5/28/99 and reportedly, on 6/2/99, the pt experienced a fever, local reaction and general malaise. From additional information received on 6/18/99, it was reported that the pt also experienced pain and spasm in neck.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site mass, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported, pt received a TD on 5/11/99 and 12 hours later, pt developed a 6cm erythema, edema and soreness at injection site. Pt also developed malaise and myalgia as well as nausea and vomiting. Doctor treated local reaction with ice to the area and a topical corticosteroid." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported that on 5/12/99 PM, pt had a 6cm X 6cm, raised, red and warm area on left arm, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and a fever (at home). Seen by MD on 5/14/99 and above symptoms remained at his visit. On 5/17/99, visited with pt and she had complete recovery."
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported, pt received a TD on 5/11/99 and 12 hours later, pt developed a 6cm erythema, edema and soreness at injection site. Pt also developed malaise and myalgia as well as nausea and vomiting. Doctor treated local reaction with ice to the area and a topical corticosteroid." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported that on 5/12/99 PM, pt had a 6cm X 6cm, raised, red and warm area on left arm, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and a fever (at home). Seen by MD on 5/14/99 and above symptoms remained at his visit. On 5/17/99, visited with pt and she had complete recovery."
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Malaise, Myalgia, Nausea, Pyrexia, Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: It was reported, pt received a TD on 5/11/99 and 12 hours later, pt developed a 6cm erythema, edema and soreness at injection site. Pt also developed malaise and myalgia as well as nausea and vomiting. Doctor treated local reaction with ice to the area and a topical corticosteroid." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported that on 5/12/99 PM, pt had a 6cm X 6cm, raised, red and warm area on left arm, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and a fever (at home). Seen by MD on 5/14/99 and above symptoms remained at his visit. On 5/17/99, visited with pt and she had complete recovery."
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Vomiting
Clinical narrative: It was reported, pt received a TD on 5/11/99 and 12 hours later, pt developed a 6cm erythema, edema and soreness at injection site. Pt also developed malaise and myalgia as well as nausea and vomiting. Doctor treated local reaction with ice to the area and a topical corticosteroid." From additional information received on 6/7/99, it was reported that on 5/12/99 PM, pt had a 6cm X 6cm, raised, red and warm area on left arm, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and a fever (at home). Seen by MD on 5/14/99 and above symptoms remained at his visit. On 5/17/99, visited with pt and she had complete recovery."
Age: 37.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: MMR, TD
Symptoms: Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: This pt received vax on 06/07/1999. Five days post vax he experienced a hard nodule a the site of injection. *Follow-up report on 2/12/03: From add'l correspondence received on 7/30/99, add'l PT info. was provided. From follow-up #1 correspondence received on 5/7/01, it was reported that the PT can not be identified. This case is closed. See reports U1999-00414 and U1999-00415, same reporter.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: This pt developed redness, swelling and itching at injection site. *Follow-up report on 2/12/03: No add'l info. was provided from follow-up correspondence returned to the mnft'r on 7/30/99. From follow-up #1 correspondence received on 5/7/01, it was reported that the PT cannot be identified. This case is closed. See reports U199900413 and U199900414, same reporter.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 12 year old female pt, 3 weeks post vax, broke out in a rash on her extremities. A week later, the rash was dx'd as a vaccine reaction. DX: contact dermatitis.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TD, MMR, TD, MMR, TD
Symptoms: Dermatitis contact, Hypersensitivity, Rash
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 12 year old female pt, 3 weeks post vax, broke out in a rash on her extremities. A week later, the rash was dx'd as a vaccine reaction. DX: contact dermatitis.
Age: 12.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Hypertension, Muscle twitching
Clinical narrative: 3 min post vax pt had a near syncope episode; pt stated felt like blood rushed out of her; some jerking; almost fell, but remained coherent
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD
Symptoms: Abscess, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Oedema
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt experienced a local reaction consisting of redness, swelling, and edema that measured 4 to 5 inches. The pt was evaluated by the occupational health physician and was treated with steriods. *Follow-up report on 2/12/03: A MRI was performed which showwed edematous changes and an abscess formation in lateral aspect of left arm. No new info. was provided from follow-up #1 correspondence returned on 8/13/01. This case is closed.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD, HEP, TD, HIBV, TD
Symptoms: Myalgia, Nausea, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 14 year old female received a TD and Hep-B vaccine on 4/13/99 and reportedly on 4/14/99, the pt complained of "nausea, backache, joint aches in shoulder, neck, knees and hips". Doctor treated with prednisone.
Age: 14.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD, HEP, TD, HIBV, TD
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Back pain, Nausea
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 14 year old female received a TD and Hep-B vaccine on 4/13/99 and reportedly on 4/14/99, the pt complained of "nausea, backache, joint aches in shoulder, neck, knees and hips". Doctor treated with prednisone.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Headache, Hypokinesia, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 43 year old female received a TD vaccine on 8/20/99 and reportedly, at the time of the injection, "it hurt going in". Later that evening, the pt's left arm was sore and still is. Saturday, the area had a knot at the injection site and site it was swollen and red. The pt also experienced a temporal headache. Today, 8/23/99, the pt still had the headache, area on arm is slightly red and warm to touch and painful when touched or arm is moved. From correspondence received on 10/4/99, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Injection site pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 43 year old female received a TD vaccine on 8/20/99 and reportedly, at the time of the injection, "it hurt going in". Later that evening, the pt's left arm was sore and still is. Saturday, the area had a knot at the injection site and site it was swollen and red. The pt also experienced a temporal headache. Today, 8/23/99, the pt still had the headache, area on arm is slightly red and warm to touch and painful when touched or arm is moved. From correspondence received on 10/4/99, it was reported that the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 73.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Injection site pain, Muscular weakness, Neuropathy peripheral
Clinical narrative: On 9/18, the pt noted a slight deltoid ache and by 9/19; slight weakness of left arm. On 9/21, he noticed the inability to lift or abduct arm from body, tie shoes, buttoning, combing hair, etc. He received hydrocortisone IM on 9/21. He experienced more weakness on 9/22. Dx with brachial plexis neuropathy due to toxic and/or hypersensitivity reaction to vax.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV, TD, PPV, TD
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Pruritus, Vasodilatation
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt noted itching and redness on right hand, then noted it on left hand. Then noted redness across chest and itching. Redness then spread to pubic area, front of thighs, and both deltoids. Increased on deltoid area on 9/29/99 and well as increased skin temperature. Pt received treatment with Benadryl and topical steroid cream.
Age: 30.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV, TD, PPV, TD
Symptoms: Body temperature increased, Erythema, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Next day post vax, the pt noted itching and redness on right hand, then noted it on left hand. Then noted redness across chest and itching. Redness then spread to pubic area, front of thighs, and both deltoids. Increased on deltoid area on 9/29/99 and well as increased skin temperature. Pt received treatment with Benadryl and topical steroid cream.
Age: 15.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Vasodilation procedure
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a male patient received a TD vaccination on 10/14/99. Reportedly on 10/15/99, the patient developed a 6-8 cm area of cellulitis of the deltoid area where the dose was injected. The patient's deltoid was pink, warm and swollen. Treatment of ice and Aleve was given. From follow-up on 5/25/01, it was reported that the patient recovered from this experience. This case is closed.
Age: 29.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Blood pressure increased, Dysphonia, Heart rate increased, Throat tightness
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, this pt experienced trouble speaking, hoarse voice and throat swelling. The pt's chest was clear and had no rash.  He was treated with Epi .035cc SQ and within 10 minutes, his speech cleared. He recovered. He also received Zyrtec 10mg, 1 a day for three days.
Age: 35.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Chest pain, Hypoaesthesia, Hypokinesia, Muscle spasms, Pain
Clinical narrative: Reported the same day post vax, this pt experienced periods of numbness, muscle cramps, shooting pains, tingling of toes, funny sensation in mouth and decreased use of left arm, all intermittent since July. The pt was evaluated in ER for complaint of chest pain. The ER physician dxed her with non-cardiac related chest pain. She was advised to see neurologist to determine cause of symptoms. She did not. She continues to have intermittent numbness in arms and legs, shooting pains in arms, legs and left shoulder. She had difficulty writing some days and left arm periodically gives out. The pt also experiences cramping in left arm and hand.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP, TD, YF
Symptoms: Injection site hypersensitivity, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On taking public transportation back to work that afternoon form the health facility, she began to develop hives and called (the physician's office) and was advised to go to the nearest ER. She was also feeling some perioral sensations and required epinephrine subcutaneously, Benadryl and oral prednisone. She was also given Tagamet 150mg. Her symptoms had cleared the following day. Also reported were red erythema around the site of the yellow fever injection suggesting that this was the causal agent of her allergic reaction.
Age: 51.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, TD, FLU3, TD
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Hypokinesia, Pain
Clinical narrative: This pt received vaxs on 10/27/1999. On 11/05, he developed pain in his shoulder which radiated to his neck and face. The pt was evaluated by the physician at the county health center and was prescribed NSAIDS. The pain is intermittent at this time. As of 02/03/00 he was experiencing nagging pain in left arm for over 2 months. The pain radiates up and down arm into shoulder and neck area. The pt also developed numbness in fingertip of left hand and limited mobility of the left arm "too painful to have full movement." Physician seen 12/7/99 and received prescription of 500 mg Naproxen sodium for 2 weeks, which reportedly didn't help. The pain is still present.
Age: 51.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, TD, FLU3, TD
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Hypokinesia, Neck pain, Pain
Clinical narrative: This pt received vaxs on 10/27/1999. On 11/05, he developed pain in his shoulder which radiated to his neck and face. The pt was evaluated by the physician at the county health center and was prescribed NSAIDS. The pain is intermittent at this time. As of 02/03/00 he was experiencing nagging pain in left arm for over 2 months. The pain radiates up and down arm into shoulder and neck area. The pt also developed numbness in fingertip of left hand and limited mobility of the left arm "too painful to have full movement." Physician seen 12/7/99 and received prescription of 500 mg Naproxen sodium for 2 weeks, which reportedly didn't help. The pain is still present.
Age: 3.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Herpes zoster, Infection
Clinical narrative: 12/2 pt seen with shingles L arm (cx + varicella zoster) that started at approx vaccine site, then scattered down L arm.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Pruritus, Rash maculo-papular
Clinical narrative: On 1/17/00, one lesion appeared at injection site w/itching. It was gone on 1/20/00, but 3 papules appeared on ear, neck & cheeks. No treatment.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, TD, FLU3, TTOX
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Hyperhidrosis, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Leukopenia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 57 year old male pt received a TD and a Flu shield vaccination on 10/25/99. Reportedly that same day, the pt experienced a local reaction of redness and swelling. The MD is stating it is cellulitis. No cultures have been performed to determine if it is a staph or strep organism. The pt was hospitalized on 10/28/99 through 10/30/99 with fever, chills and sweats. Additional information received stated that this may have been a localized reaction due to hypersensitivity and not to drug interaction. The pt's condition is improved at this point in time. A 15-day follow up report received 10/28/2002 adds: From follow-up #1 correspondence received on 04/16/2001, it was reported that the pt recovered, "No problem since October 1999." From follow-up #2 correspondence received on 05/23/2001 it was reported "No additional info. Pt recovered fully and is fine. Last seen winter 2001." This case is closed.  08/26/2002: During internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the seriousness of the case from a serious labeled case to a serious unlabeled 15-Day Alert Report. This case is closed.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, TD, FLU3, TTOX
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 57 year old male pt received a TD and a Flu shield vaccination on 10/25/99. Reportedly that same day, the pt experienced a local reaction of redness and swelling. The MD is stating it is cellulitis. No cultures have been performed to determine if it is a staph or strep organism. The pt was hospitalized on 10/28/99 through 10/30/99 with fever, chills and sweats. Additional information received stated that this may have been a localized reaction due to hypersensitivity and not to drug interaction. The pt's condition is improved at this point in time. A 15-day follow up report received 10/28/2002 adds: From follow-up #1 correspondence received on 04/16/2001, it was reported that the pt recovered, "No problem since October 1999." From follow-up #2 correspondence received on 05/23/2001 it was reported "No additional info. Pt recovered fully and is fine. Last seen winter 2001." This case is closed.  08/26/2002: During internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the seriousness of the case from a serious labeled case to a serious unlabeled 15-Day Alert Report. This case is closed.
Age: 57.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, TD, FLU3, TTOX
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Hyperhidrosis, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: It was reported that a 57 year old male pt received a TD and a Flu shield vaccination on 10/25/99. Reportedly that same day, the pt experienced a local reaction of redness and swelling. The MD is stating it is cellulitis. No cultures have been performed to determine if it is a staph or strep organism. The pt was hospitalized on 10/28/99 through 10/30/99 with fever, chills and sweats. Additional information received stated that this may have been a localized reaction due to hypersensitivity and not to drug interaction. The pt's condition is improved at this point in time. A 15-day follow up report received 10/28/2002 adds: From follow-up #1 correspondence received on 04/16/2001, it was reported that the pt recovered, "No problem since October 1999." From follow-up #2 correspondence received on 05/23/2001 it was reported "No additional info. Pt recovered fully and is fine. Last seen winter 2001." This case is closed.  08/26/2002: During internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the seriousness of the case from a serious labeled case to a serious unlabeled 15-Day Alert Report. This case is closed.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Asthenia, Dry skin, Hypokinesia, Injection site hypersensitivity
Clinical narrative: Swelling, redness upper arm, tingling post vax. Swelling moved to lower arm. Inner forearm swollen, red. Joint aching, pain of movement in elbow. General aching of all joints. Arm dry, flakey, funny color, darker color. Follow up states patient experienced weakness. 1st Varivax given 12/6/99-had one small vesicle-blistered. 1/13/00 client felt stinging sensation in arm. 1/14/00 had appt with her PMD who stated arm was red and swollen. Swelling increased even down to innerside of forearm, cleint c/o joint pain on movement. 2/15+16 experienced joint and general aching through out body; but without aching on movement. 1/20/00-swelling has gone down. Client L arm is dry and feels weird. Has very little feeling to touch on that arm, states swelling ha sgone, no redness, but elbow joint stil tender to touch, but not on movement. 1/21/00 called to verify amt of Benadryl client took on 1/14 +15, took Benadryl q 11. But 1/16-took Benadryl only a few times. Admitte dshe was pretty sleepy at times client concerned about wrinkly ? sluffing off, told to call if further reactions occurred. 1/27/00 no soreness in Lt elbow joint. Skin no longer dry looked healthy. Client stated on 2/14/00 (1 month from raections), woke up aching so she took Ibuprofen-10 tabs in one day-without any effect on the pain. The pain was very severe for 2 1/2 days, until by 2/21/00 only a small amt of pain. Was aching over the entire body. She did not call HD or PMD. Was going to call if not better by 2/22/00. At questioning further, client had severe reaction to bee sting, had to take Epinephrine at approx. 3 yrs.
Age: 37.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Injection site oedema, Oedema peripheral, Pain, Paraesthesia, Skin disorder
Clinical narrative: Swelling, redness upper arm, tingling post vax. Swelling moved to lower arm. Inner forearm swollen, red. Joint aching, pain of movement in elbow. General aching of all joints. Arm dry, flakey, funny color, darker color. Follow up states patient experienced weakness. 1st Varivax given 12/6/99-had one small vesicle-blistered. 1/13/00 client felt stinging sensation in arm. 1/14/00 had appt with her PMD who stated arm was red and swollen. Swelling increased even down to innerside of forearm, cleint c/o joint pain on movement. 2/15+16 experienced joint and general aching through out body; but without aching on movement. 1/20/00-swelling has gone down. Client L arm is dry and feels weird. Has very little feeling to touch on that arm, states swelling ha sgone, no redness, but elbow joint stil tender to touch, but not on movement. 1/21/00 called to verify amt of Benadryl client took on 1/14 +15, took Benadryl q 11. But 1/16-took Benadryl only a few times. Admitte dshe was pretty sleepy at times client concerned about wrinkly ? sluffing off, told to call if further reactions occurred. 1/27/00 no soreness in Lt elbow joint. Skin no longer dry looked healthy. Client stated on 2/14/00 (1 month from raections), woke up aching so she took Ibuprofen-10 tabs in one day-without any effect on the pain. The pain was very severe for 2 1/2 days, until by 2/21/00 only a small amt of pain. Was aching over the entire body. She did not call HD or PMD. Was going to call if not better by 2/22/00. At questioning further, client had severe reaction to bee sting, had to take Epinephrine at approx. 3 yrs.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Influenza, Oedema, Paraesthesia, Skin discolouration
Clinical narrative: On 1/25/00, after being bit in the stomach by a student she teaches, she received a TD Adult. In the morning of 1/27/00, the pt awoke with flu-like symptoms. During the afternoon, the pt's left arm became swollen with a purplish discoloration from elbow to hand which lasted about 6 to 7 hours. The pt went to the ER, that evening, at which time the swelling and discoloration had subsided. The pt's arm felt tingly through 1/29/00. Reportedly, the pt recovered from this experience. Examination at ER; skin warm to touch, otherwise, all symptoms are resolved.
Age: 24.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Influenza like illness, Oedema peripheral, Paraesthesia, Skin discolouration
Clinical narrative: On 1/25/00, after being bit in the stomach by a student she teaches, she received a TD Adult. In the morning of 1/27/00, the pt awoke with flu-like symptoms. During the afternoon, the pt's left arm became swollen with a purplish discoloration from elbow to hand which lasted about 6 to 7 hours. The pt went to the ER, that evening, at which time the swelling and discoloration had subsided. The pt's arm felt tingly through 1/29/00. Reportedly, the pt recovered from this experience. Examination at ER; skin warm to touch, otherwise, all symptoms are resolved.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash pustular
Clinical narrative: On 1/15/00, the pt experienced a temp of 103 and a rash. The pt was seen by a physician and diagnosed with chicken pox. The rash was described as red, pruritic spots that turned into pustules. Approximately 100 lesions were noted. By 1/16/00, the fever had subsided. It was reported that the pt continued to break out until 1/19/00 and then the lesions began to scab. Additionally, it was noted that the pt was possibly treated with Benadryl. On 1/22/00, the pt recovered.  No further information is expected.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Erythema, Infection, Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: On 1/15/00, the pt experienced a temp of 103 and a rash. The pt was seen by a physician and diagnosed with chicken pox. The rash was described as red, pruritic spots that turned into pustules. Approximately 100 lesions were noted. By 1/16/00, the fever had subsided. It was reported that the pt continued to break out until 1/19/00 and then the lesions began to scab. Additionally, it was noted that the pt was possibly treated with Benadryl. On 1/22/00, the pt recovered.  No further information is expected.
Age: 23.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: VARCEL, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash pustular
Clinical narrative: On 1/15/00, the pt experienced a temp of 103 and a rash. The pt was seen by a physician and diagnosed with chicken pox. The rash was described as red, pruritic spots that turned into pustules. Approximately 100 lesions were noted. By 1/16/00, the fever had subsided. It was reported that the pt continued to break out until 1/19/00 and then the lesions began to scab. Additionally, it was noted that the pt was possibly treated with Benadryl. On 1/22/00, the pt recovered.  No further information is expected.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pt developed a fever and an injection site reaction characterized by swelling, induration and erythema. He was admitted to the hospital and treated for possible cellulitis. Complete blood count and blood culture were performed, however, the results were not provided. He was discharged after 7 days. This report was received from the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HBHEPB, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: One day post vax, the pt developed a fever and an injection site reaction characterized by swelling, induration and erythema. He was admitted to the hospital and treated for possible cellulitis. Complete blood count and blood culture were performed, however, the results were not provided. He was discharged after 7 days. This report was received from the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Rash, Swelling
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt developed a rash covering entire body and facial/neck swelling. Additionally, the pt experienced urticaria, beginning at the site of injection and spreading to a generalized urticaria. The reporter indicated that the pt received treatment of epinephrine and Atarax.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEPA, HEPA, HEPA
Symptoms: Face oedema, Rash, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Same day post vax, the pt developed a rash covering entire body and facial/neck swelling. Additionally, the pt experienced urticaria, beginning at the site of injection and spreading to a generalized urticaria. The reporter indicated that the pt received treatment of epinephrine and Atarax.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Fatigue, Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Scalp peeled and had weakness for 10 days. Had extremely high fever (107), extreme kidney stress and extreme blood vessel stress in head.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD, TD
Symptoms: Asthenia, Pyrexia, Renal disorder, Skin exfoliation, Vein disorder
Clinical narrative: Scalp peeled and had weakness for 10 days. Had extremely high fever (107), extreme kidney stress and extreme blood vessel stress in head.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: This pt reportedly experienced cellulitis around the injection site and was hospitalized. Onset occurred 2 days post vax.  Follow up 10/28/2002: "It was reported that the patient's recovery status is unknown.  "I forwarded information to (physician's) office they also filed a VAERS."  From additional correspondence received on 12/03/2001, no further information is available regarding this patient or this case.  This case is closed.  08/26/2002: During internal review of all files, it was deemed necessary to amend the report by updating the narrative from a 57-year-old female to the correct age of 55-year-old female.  Also, this case was upgraded to a 15-Day Alert Report due to unlabeled events."
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Chest discomfort, Chills, Erythema, Eyelid oedema, Flushing
Clinical narrative: 12/08/1998 This employee was to be given a TB test and during the process was inadvertently administered Tetanus and Diphtheria Toxoid intradermally in the forearm, rather than Tubersol . He developed areas of induration and erythema. A week later, they were re-tested and had a negative response. Additional information received also reports chills, flushing, nausea, lethargy, swelling of eyelids, chest tightness. Reportedly the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 43.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Lethargy, Nausea
Clinical narrative: 12/08/1998 This employee was to be given a TB test and during the process was inadvertently administered Tetanus and Diphtheria Toxoid intradermally in the forearm, rather than Tubersol . He developed areas of induration and erythema. A week later, they were re-tested and had a negative response. Additional information received also reports chills, flushing, nausea, lethargy, swelling of eyelids, chest tightness. Reportedly the pt recovered from this experience.
Age: 16.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Headache, Injection site reaction, Malaise, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, this pt experienced nausea and vomiting, headache, and malaise within 2 hours post vax. She also experienced a large local reaction the next day. She reportedly recovered.
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Dyspnoea, Gastrooesophageal reflux disease, Muscle spasms, Nausea
Clinical narrative: This pt experienced nausea and abdominal spasms and had difficulty breathing within 24 hours post vax. The abdominal spasms persisted for approximately 4 months, through 03/29/1999. He was seen by a local physician and a specialist. He has been prescribed Prevacid for GERD. His abdominal spasms persist despite treatment efforts. He was placed on a liquid diet for a period of time but has restarted solids recently.  From follow-up #1 information received on 1-May-2001.  It was reported that the patient's recovery status is unknown.  Last seen in September 1999.  No further information available regarding this patient or this case.  This case is closed.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Dizziness, Headache, Myalgia, Nausea, Vision blurred
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, this pt became nauseated and lightheaded. No syncope. The pt also experienced myalgia of bilateral lower extremities, cephalgia, and visual disturbances - blurred, unable to focus. It is reported that she recovered.
Age: 10.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Visual disturbance
Clinical narrative: The same day post vax, this pt became nauseated and lightheaded. No syncope. The pt also experienced myalgia of bilateral lower extremities, cephalgia, and visual disturbances - blurred, unable to focus. It is reported that she recovered.
Age: 22.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Injection site erythema, Injection site mass, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: On April 10, 1999, the pt had TD on left deltoid. On 4/12/99, she was seen because of pain, redness, swelling of left deltoid area (swelling 6.5cm X 7cm with redness and induration), also some diarrhea.