chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-narrative-generation huggingface dataset:
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Breast tenderness, Myalgia, Myositis
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a 48-year old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 formula) on 08-Nov-2001 and the next day, experienced tenderness at her left neck base, left chest wall and laterally into her left breast. The patient was diagnosed with myositis and prescibed propoxyphene napsylate. She felt better the next day. The reporter spoke with the patient on 13-NOV-2001 and she was much better. This is 1 of 2 patients from this facility who experienced an adverse event following receipt of flu shield (2001-2002 Formula). See MSN HQ895892NOV2001. Additional information received 20-Dec-2001 indicated that the patient recovered.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Blister, Injection site erythema, Injection site hypersensitivity, Injection site oedema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a 43-year-old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 26-Nov-2001 and the next day, developed redness, heat, pain,swelling and itching at the injection site. The patient was seen in the emergency room and a diagnosis of cellulitis was made. The patient was prescribed unspecified antibiotics. The reporter indicated that the administrator of the vaccine "did not swab" the injection site "with alcohol" prior to vaccine administration. This is 1 of 3 patients from this facility who experienced an adverse event following receipt of Flu shield (2001-2002 Formula) lot 4018040. Additional information received 28-Dec-2001 indicated that the "condition on arm cleared", however, the patient developed infectious blisters on her face. The unspecified antibiotic that had been initially prescribed was changed. The blisters and arm swelling abated in less than a week following administration of a different (unspecified) antibiotic. See MCNs: HQ9047703DEC2001 and HQ9984821JAN2002.
Age: 43.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a 43-year-old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 26-Nov-2001 and the next day, developed redness, heat, pain,swelling and itching at the injection site. The patient was seen in the emergency room and a diagnosis of cellulitis was made. The patient was prescribed unspecified antibiotics. The reporter indicated that the administrator of the vaccine "did not swab" the injection site "with alcohol" prior to vaccine administration. This is 1 of 3 patients from this facility who experienced an adverse event following receipt of Flu shield (2001-2002 Formula) lot 4018040. Additional information received 28-Dec-2001 indicated that the "condition on arm cleared", however, the patient developed infectious blisters on her face. The unspecified antibiotic that had been initially prescribed was changed. The blisters and arm swelling abated in less than a week following administration of a different (unspecified) antibiotic. See MCNs: HQ9047703DEC2001 and HQ9984821JAN2002.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female inadvertently received a subcutaneous injection of flu Shield on 11/27/2001 and two days later, developed a red mar, the size of a coffee cup at the injection site. As of the date of this report, no further info was available.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Agitation, Chest discomfort, Chest pain, Injection site pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: A 45 year old female reported that she received an injection of the flu virus vaccine on 11/30/2001. At that time, she developed injection site pain, experienced agitation, and felt hot. The following day, she experienced chest pain and pressure. The symptoms have since resolved. NO further info was available at the date of this report. FOLLOW-UP information received on 02/06/2002 revealed the patient received flu vaccine. this case has since been canceled.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Cellulitis, Hypersensitivity, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: The pt developed an "allergic reaction" described as injection site redness and swelling, with fever. A diagnosis of cellulitis was made and the pt was treated with a 17 day course of an unspecified antibiotic. No further infomation was available at the date of this report.
Age: 69.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dyspnoea
Clinical narrative: A consumer reported that her 69 year old mother received an injection of the 2001-2002 formula of an influenza virus vaccine on 11/30/2001. Later that day, she was taken to a local ER for shortness of breath. She was treated with an unspecified "breathing treatment" and was released. The pt has since recovered. No further info was available at the date of this report.
Age: 38.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Musculoskeletal stiffness
Clinical narrative: A nurse practitioner reported that a 38 year old female received a dose of Flu Shield on 12/06/2001 and immediately experienced neck discomfort and stiffness. The symptoms improved within approx 15 mins. At the date of the report, no further info was available. This is 1 of 2 patients from this facility who experienced an adverse reaction following receipt of flu shield. (2001-2002 formula) lot 4018041. FOLLOW-UP information received from the reporter on 02/05/2002, provided physician information, time of vaccination and stated that, within 24 hours post-immunization, there was no residual effect. (See related HQ9313710DEC2001)
Age: 57.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Sensation of heaviness
Clinical narrative: A nurse practitioner reported that a 57 year old female received an injection of flu shield on 12/06/2001 and immediately experienced a feeling of heaviness in her arm and shoulder. Later that day, her symptoms resolved. At the date of the report no further info was available. This is 1 of 2 pts from this facility who experienced an adverse event following receipt of flu shield vaccine.(2001-2002 formula)lot 4018041 FOLLOW-UP information received from the reporter on 02/02/2002, provided physician information and stated that the patient had no residual effect. (See HQ9313510DEC2001)
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Influenza like illness, Pyrexia, Urinary tract infection, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: A 48 year old female reported that she received injections of Flu Shield and Pnu-Imune-23 on 12/06/2001. Medical history included multiple sclerosis and recent urinary tract infection for which she received 10 days of ciprofloxacin therapy (ending on 12/03/2001). Concomitant therapy included Avonex, (interferon beta), Celexa, baclofen, Provigil, and "Uromax." On the evening of vaccination, the pt experienced flu-like symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, and "low-grade" fever of 99 deg. F. She visited the physician on 12/10/2001 and was prescribed Compazine for vomiting. She was also diagnosed with another urinary tract infection for which she was prescribed Bactrim. FOLLOW-UP information was received on 01/15/2002 from the pt's physician. the pt's medical history included multiple sclerosisis, depression, andasthma. Other concomitant therapies included Topamax, Ditropan, Cylert and Advair. A complete blood countperformed on 12/06/2001 was within normal limits. The reporting physician felt that the symptoms were due to the urinary tract infection rather than an "immunization reaction".
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Rash vesicular
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that 10 to 14 nursing home pts received an injection of flu shield and subsequently, developed a rash with "small blood blister appearance" on the trunk and some pts developed this rash on their scalps. As of the date of this report, no further info was available. The reporter indicated that 10-14 pts experienced this event; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a physician's wife inadvertently received two doses  of flu shield and subsequently developed an injection site reaction characterized by erythema and pain. No further information was available at the date of this report.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site inflammation, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: Report from a consumer who experienced swelling and bleeding at an influenza injection site eight months after starting Enbrel.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Paraesthesia
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that an unidentified pt of a nursing home received flu shield vaccine. The pt developed tingling and a sensation which felt like a vaccine was running down their arms, for a period of 20 seconds. No additional info was available as of the date of this report. The reporter indicated that 6 pts from this facility experienced this event; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction, Pain
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female pt received a dose of flu shield vaccine on 11/05/2001 and developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness, warmth, and pain. The pt recovered. The reporter indicated that 2 pts experienced this event following receipt of the vaccine; however, the second pt is not presently identifiable. An additional report will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a pt received a dose of flu shield on 11/06/2001 and within 6-8 hours, developed an injection site reaction measuring 6cm to 8cm in diameter characterized by redness, swelling, heat and pain. The reporter indicated that 9 pts experienced this reaction; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A pharmacy student reported that an unspecified number of pts received an injection of flu shield. subsequently, the pt developed an injection site reaction characterized by a quarter-sixed area of "hot, red-wheeled indurations." No further info was available at the time of this report. The reporter was unable to specify the number of pts who experienced this event. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: A company representative reported that a pt received an injection of flu shield. Subsequently, the pt developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness and swelling. No further info was available at the date of this report. The reporter was unable to specify the number of patients who experienced this event. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Nausea, Rash, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female pt received an injection of flu shield on 11/15/2001. At the time of immunization, the pt developed pain at the injection site which radiated to her fingertips. Later that same day, the pt developed nausea, vomiting, and her arm ached. On 11/016/2001, she developed a rash on her back. Her symptoms resolved in 48 hours. This is 1 of 4 pts who had an adverse experience following receipt of flu shield.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a pt received an injection of flu shield and subsequently developed induration at the injection site. The pt recovered. This is 1 of 4 pts from this facility who had an adverse experience following receipt of flu shield. The reporter indicated that lot 4018032 had expired June, 2001; however, Product Quality has indicated that this is a valid flu shield lot number.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female pt received an injection of flu shield on 11/13/2001. That same day, the pt developed a grapefruit-sized welt at the injection site. This is 1 of 4 pts from this facility who had an adverse experience following receipt of flu shield.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female pt "in her fifties" received an injection of flu shield on 11/15/2001 and an injection of pnuimune23 on 11/16/2001. Approx. 10 hours following pnuimune23 administration, the pt went to a local emergency with a fever of 106 deg F.; however, the pt was not hospitalized. No further info was available at the date of this report.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: A healthcare professional reported that a female pt received an injection of flu shield on 11/27/2001. Immediately following immunization, the pt developed pain at the injection site. She was seen by a physician and treated with applications of ice to the affected area. No further info was available at the date of this report.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a pt received an injection of flu shield on 11/26/2001. Subsequently, the pt developed swelling at the injection site. No further info was available at the date of this report. the reporter indicated that 2 patients experienced this event; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying info is provided.
Age: 71.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that his 71 year old wife received an injection of flu shield on an unspecified date. On 11/24/2001, approx 2 weeks following vaccination, the pt experienced nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. No further info was available at the date of this report.
Age: 26.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site oedema
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a 26-year-old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 26-Nov-2001 and the next day, developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness and minor swelling. The patient recovered within 48 hours. The reporter indicated that this event was "possibly due to the reported absence of swabbing injection site prior to vaccine administration. As of the date of this report, no further information was available. This is 1 of 3 patients for this facility to experience an adverse event following receipt of flu shield (2001-2002 formula lot 4018040. See MSNs: HQ9041603DEC2001 and HQ9984821JAN2002
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Erythema, Pain
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that "8 out of 10" patients developed injection site reactions following receipt of Flu Shield from two specific lots. The reactions following receipt of Flu Shield from two specific lots. The reactions were characterized by stinging and redness. MANFACTURER'S Comment: The reporter indicated that 8 patients experienced these events; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying information is provided.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a child (age and gender unspecified) received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 formula) on 29-Nov-2001. The following day, the child developed a "lacey rash" over the trunk and extremities. By 3-Dec-2001, the rash had spread to legs and became red, hot, and itchy. The child was being treated with Zyrtec  (cetirizine). No further information was available at the date of this report.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction, Injection site warmth, Skin discolouration
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that an employee received a dose of Flu Shield (2001-2002 formula) on 04-Dec-2001. Two days later, the patient developed an injection site reaction characterized as "silver dollar" size, dark, red and warm. Manufacturer's comment The reporter indicated that 15 out of 16 employees experienced this reaction following receipt of Flu shield (2001-2002 Formula) lot 4018032; however, the other employees are not presently identifiable. Additional  reports will be generated when identifying information is received.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a female employee of a clinic received flu shield vaccine on 11/16/2001. On 11/16/2001, she developed an injection site reaction characterized by pain. The reporter noted that the employee may be allergic to thimerosal. No additional info was available as of the date of this report.
Age: 36.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction, Injection site warmth
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a patient received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) and subsequently developed an injection site reaction characterized by a quarter to half dollar-sized area of redness and heat. The patient was treated with Tylenol (acetaminophen) and applications of ice to the affected area. NO further information was available at the date of this report. Manufacturer's Comment: The reporter indicated that 24 patients experienced this event; however, they are not presently identifiable. Additional reports will be generated when identifying information is provided.
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a 50 year old female received an injection of Flu shield on 12/10/2001. The next day, she developed fever, chills and generalized body aches which persisted for 3 days.
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a male received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 30 NOV 2001. That day, he developed pain at the injection site which was still present after two weeks. No further information was available at the date of this report.
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site reaction, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that an 18 month old male received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 28 DEC 2001. Immediately following immunization, the child developed an injection site reaction characterized by a 12 mm by 13 mm reddened, raised, hive.
Age: 25.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that a 25 year old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) on 26 NOV 2001 and the next day, developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness, pain, and slight swelling. The patient recovered without treatment within 48 hours. The reporter indicated that this event was "possibly due to the reported absence of swabbing injection site" prior to vaccine administration. As of the date of this report, no further information was available. This is 1 of 3 patients from this facility to experience an adverse event following receipt of Flu Shield (2001-2002 Formula) lot 4018040. See MCNs: HQ9047003DEC2001 and HQ9041603DEC2001.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Dermatitis
Clinical narrative: The patient developed a "worse than normal skin reaction" all over her body. The reporter noted that at the time of the vent, she attributed these symptoms to the winter weather and dry skin. The consumer reported two similar occurrences following immunizations with a flu vaccine. See Case ID HQ9120305DEC2001 and HQ8356213NOV2001. No additional information was available as of the date of this report. Follow-up info received on 02/19/2002 from consumer contained name and address of treating physician. The reporter states she has received the flu shot for over 8 years. Over the last 8 years, she has developed increasingly "worsened" rashes, each winter, spreading to more areas of her body, mostly her hands, arms and legs. She has also developed "uncontrollable" itching on the back, face and gums. The consumer stated that her legs and arms would bleed from the "itching rashes." In the last few years she has developed "borderline" asthma. The consumer also noted htat she chose not to receive the flu shot this year and so far has not experienced any of these symptoms. Her dermatologist, determined a positive skin test to thimerosol. FOLLOW-UP information received 04/02/02. The skin test  was noted to be "patch test" and was performed  12/18/98.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a 56 year old female received an injection of Flu Shield (1999-2000 Formula). Subsequently, she developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness, soreness, and warmth which extended to her elbow. The symptoms resolved in 5 days.
Age: 31.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: A physician reported that a 31 year old male received Flu Shield (2000-2001 formula) in November 2000. The patient subsequently developed hives and numbness in his right foot, right leg, right side of face and right arm. As of the date of this report these symptoms are continuing. He was seen by his primary HCP. A neurological exam was negative, with normal MRI and normal nerve conduction studies. The patient was referred to an allergist. No additional information was available as of the date of this report.
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Skin reaction
Clinical narrative: A female consumer reported that she received influenza virus vaccine, trivalent, types a&b (2000-2001 formula)(manufacturer unknown) vaccine. The patients concurrent illnesses include hypersensitivity and eczema with past history of bronchitis and asthma. Following the immunization she developed a "worse than normal skin reaction" all over her body. The reporter noted that at the time of the event, she attributed these symptoms to the winter weather and dry skin. The consumer reported to similar occurrences following previous immunizations with a flu vaccine. See Case ID HQ9120205DEC2001 and HQ9120305DEC2001. No additional information is available as of the date of this report. A 15-day follow up report received 5/15/2002 adds: Follow up info received 02/19/2002 from pt, contained name and address of treating physicians. The reporter states she has received the flu shot for over 8 years. Over the last 8 years, she has developed increasingly "worsened" rashes, each winter, spreading to more areas of her body, mostly her hands, arms and legs. She has also developed "uncontrollable" itching on the back, face and gums. The pt stated that her legs and arms would bleed from the "itching rashes". In the last few years she has developed "borderline" asthma. The pt also noted that she chose not to receive the flu shot this year and so far has not experienced any of these symptoms. Her dermatologist determined a positive skin test to thimerosol.
Sex: U
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Neuritis
Clinical narrative: A pharmacist reported that an unidentified patient received Flu Shield (influenza virus vaccine, trivalent, types A&B)(formula year not identified). Eight weeks post immunization, the patient developed brachial neuritis and subsequently recovered. No additional information was available as of the date of this report.
Age: 56.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction
Clinical narrative: A nurse reported that a 56 year old female received an injection of Flu Shield (2000-2001 Formula). Subsequently, she developed an injection site reaction characterized by redness, soreness and warmth which extended to her elbow. The symptoms resolved in 5 days. A 15-day follow up report received 5/15/2002 adds: Follow-up info received on 02/05/2002 indicated that the pt received an injection of Flu Shield (2000-2001 Formula) on 12/04/2001. That same day, the pt developed the injection site reaction.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3, PPV, IPV, PPV
Symptoms: Ear disorder, Eye oedema, Infection, Pruritus, Skin exfoliation
Clinical narrative: Pt broke out in hives, swelling around eyes drainage from her ears. Was put on Prednisone 4 different times and anti histamine 5 days later skin peeled. One week later antibiotics for ear infection. On Prednisone again.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3, PPV, IPV, PPV
Symptoms: Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt broke out in hives, swelling around eyes drainage from her ears. Was put on Prednisone 4 different times and anti histamine 5 days later skin peeled. One week later antibiotics for ear infection. On Prednisone again.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3, PPV, IPV, PPV
Symptoms: Dermatitis, Eye discharge, Face oedema, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Pt broke out in hives, swelling around eyes drainage from her ears. Was put on Prednisone 4 different times and anti histamine 5 days later skin peeled. One week later antibiotics for ear infection. On Prednisone again.
Age: 65.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, FLU3, PPV, IPV, PPV
Symptoms: Chills, Fatigue, Headache, Otitis media, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: Pt broke out in hives, swelling around eyes drainage from her ears. Was put on Prednisone 4 different times and anti histamine 5 days later skin peeled. One week later antibiotics for ear infection. On Prednisone again.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Autism, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Neurodevelopmental disorder
Clinical narrative: Approx. 20 minutes, post vax, the pt began a high-pitched scream that lasted for nearly 24 hours. He had fever, redness and swelling at the shot site and tenderness. The doctor was called and she said to give him Tylenol. Dx'd with high functioning autism; sensory integration dysfunction; PDD (NOS). Per doc 213503, developmental delays, behavioral problems. Autism spectrum disorder. Per follow up it is unknown if pt has recovered. There are developmental delays that are present (still) we don't know if he will ever catch up.
Age: 0.2
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Screaming
Clinical narrative: Approx. 20 minutes, post vax, the pt began a high-pitched scream that lasted for nearly 24 hours. He had fever, redness and swelling at the shot site and tenderness. The doctor was called and she said to give him Tylenol. Dx'd with high functioning autism; sensory integration dysfunction; PDD (NOS). Per doc 213503, developmental delays, behavioral problems. Autism spectrum disorder. Per follow up it is unknown if pt has recovered. There are developmental delays that are present (still) we don't know if he will ever catch up.
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: SMALL
Symptoms: Antinuclear antibody positive, CSF test abnormal, Hypoaesthesia, Immune system disorder, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: A pustule developed at the vaccine site. It oozed and was painful (left upper arm). The pain and numbness spread to the rest of arm and chest. Pt was hospitalized. Auto-Immune illness dx'd. *F/UP report on 3/7/03: Ongoing neurological, joint?, inflammatory & organ prob's.*
Age: 29.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: SMALL
Symptoms: Injection site vesicles, Nervous system disorder, Neuropathy
Clinical narrative: A pustule developed at the vaccine site. It oozed and was painful (left upper arm). The pain and numbness spread to the rest of arm and chest. Pt was hospitalized. Auto-Immune illness dx'd. *F/UP report on 3/7/03: Ongoing neurological, joint?, inflammatory & organ prob's.*
Age: 1.5
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, PNC
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: Head to toe rash about 24 hours, post vax.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTP
Symptoms: Convulsion, Mental retardation severity unspecified, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever then seizures 10 minutes long, have had them ever since, treatment was drug CT. After various doctors, new doctor ran MRI, MS, Telemetry, Radio Brain spectrum ad Pet Scan. Reviewed the past records and in 2000, said it was most likely the vaccine. Per doc 213024, severe seizures + mental retardation.
Age: 1.25
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAPH, MMR
Symptoms: Autism
Clinical narrative: Child developed symptoms of autism but we did not realize it was autism until speech teacher recommended he be tested. He was diagnosis at hospital. *F/UP report on 3/7/03: Autism*
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBPV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Abnormal sleep-related event, Agitation, Coma, Contusion, Oral intake reduced
Clinical narrative: Temperature of 102.2F, 2 hours post vax. No appetite and heavy breathing. At 20:00, she was alive in parent's bed and found at 10:00 on 1/23/02 (legs were black and blue from hip to knee). Unconsolable crying. Per F/U: child being found unresponsive face-down in a bed Co-sleeping with her father.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBPV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Respiratory disorder
Clinical narrative: Temperature of 102.2F, 2 hours post vax. No appetite and heavy breathing. At 20:00, she was alive in parent's bed and found at 10:00 on 1/23/02 (legs were black and blue from hip to knee). Unconsolable crying. Per F/U: child being found unresponsive face-down in a bed Co-sleeping with her father.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HBPV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC, DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Temperature of 102.2F, 2 hours post vax. No appetite and heavy breathing. At 20:00, she was alive in parent's bed and found at 10:00 on 1/23/02 (legs were black and blue from hip to knee). Unconsolable crying. Per F/U: child being found unresponsive face-down in a bed Co-sleeping with her father.
Age: 27.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Hepatitis, Hypersensitivity, Liver function test abnormal
Clinical narrative: Pt has had chronically elevated liver enzymes since receiving Hepatitis B vaccine series. chronic hepatitis was not present before vaccine. Detected by blood donation - not sure when problem started. Diagnosed with severe allergic reaction. Per doc 212821, 60 day follow up, patient continues to have chronically elevated liver enzymes and is under constant treatment.
Age: 63.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: FLU3, HEPA, TD, TYP
Symptoms: Hypoaesthesia
Clinical narrative: Pt complained  of L arm numbness from injection site down to L pinkie. Saw FMD and was given anti-inflammatory meds after better, next day, numbness sore. No office notes attached.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Fever of 104F rectally and a rash all over body for 24 hrs. Went to ER for evaluation.
Age: 1.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, PNC
Symptoms: Cough, Pyrexia, Rash, Rhinitis
Clinical narrative: Generalized rash, fever 7 days after vaccination. Confluent exanthem coryza, cough, no conjunctivitis.
Age: 0.25
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, IPV, PNC
Symptoms: Decreased appetite, Diarrhoea, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Day of shots, sleepiness, reduced feeding time form 20/30 minutes to 10-15. Started diarrhea that day through 2/5/02, pt had diarrhea for 4 weeks 6-7 times day (orig 1 X day). No fever 99.
Age: 33.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: ANTH
Symptoms: Back pain, Chills, Nausea, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Pt had chills times 1 day, N&V times 4 days and L extremity pain dorsum post vaccination. Sought medical care 3 days post vax with treatment with LMD with otc analgesic and anti-emesis. All conditions resolved with no further problems noted.
Age: 30.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: UNK
Symptoms: Injection site induration, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt came in with C/O soreness to R arm @ deltoid. Site was red 7.5cm X 6cm knot in center 5X5cm. Arm sore but pt able to move it well. Pt called today and said arm slightly worse.
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Chest pain, Dyspnoea, Injection site induration, Laboratory test abnormal, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Fever 101F times 1 week, Eosinophil increased 72, felt ill. 3X5X1 induration @ site. SOB and chest pain times few days.
Age: 1.08
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Somnolence
Clinical narrative: Sleeping a lot more than usual. fever 1/16/02 103F, fever 1/18/02 99F.
Age: 13.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: TTOX
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Rash erythematous, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Red, slightly raised, tender, hot area .5cm x 4cm. Chest xray obtained, westcort cream aid to site. Benadryl 25mg aid or Claritin.
Age: 1.1
Sex: M
Vaccine: HBHEPB, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Fever and papular rash over trunk, back and front. Few on face. Fever of 103.4.
Age: 26.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, MMR
Symptoms: Muscular weakness, Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: Patient received MMR and Hep B vaccine on 12/19/01. 12/27/01 she called to report sore throat and fever of 103. "Muscle weakness".
Age: 6.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash
Clinical narrative: Rash broke out 2/6/02. Temperature today 2/7/02.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Asthenia, Headache, Injection site erythema, Injection site reaction, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Very weak, headache, nausea, vomiting. Vomited 2 times on second day. Headache for a week. Weakness for 12-13 days. Local reaction, red, swollen and very sore 6-7 days. Low grade temperature 2nd day.
Age: 66.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Nausea, Pyrexia, Vomiting
Clinical narrative: Very weak, headache, nausea, vomiting. Vomited 2 times on second day. Headache for a week. Weakness for 12-13 days. Local reaction, red, swollen and very sore 6-7 days. Low grade temperature 2nd day.
Age: 31.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: TYP
Symptoms: Anxiety, Chest discomfort
Clinical narrative: Patient complained of "tightness in chest" starting a few hours after vaccination. He called again, same complaint on 11/27, 11/28, 12/3, 12/12 and 12/13/01, but refused to come in for evaluation. he finally saw his PCP who found no physical basis for his complaint.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Chicken pox outbreak in school. Developed chicken pox rash 02/08/2002 (mild).
Age: 41.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3, PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling, Pyrexia, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: Complained of redness, 3x3 "raised area around injection site". Swelling into axilla and tenderness. Temperature of 100.6.
Age: 20.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Dizziness, Dyspnoea, Rash
Clinical narrative: Patient complained of a rash on both arms and neck with light headedness and shortness of breath approximately 30 minutes after receiving Hepatitis B vaccination. Went to ER and was given Benadryl. (Did not receive word of reaction until today.)
Age: 14.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Skin ulcer, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: Hives--Extensive urticarial rash with some target lesions.
Age: 12.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pityriasis rosea, Skin ulcer
Clinical narrative: Herald lesion on right arm discovered 1/15/02-Hep B shot given on 1/4/02-several lesions on torso 1/5/02-Pityriasis Rosea diagnosed.
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, MMR
Symptoms: Somnolence
Clinical narrative: sleeping twenty hours a day since 10/29/01 immunes
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Pruritus, Rash
Clinical narrative: Rash all over body for 2 days (2/2/02), slightly itchy around face, rash started on face and neck and spread to abdomen and legs by 2/3/02
Age: 50.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Oedema peripheral, Pyrexia
Clinical narrative: swollen arm, redness, warmth, low grade fever. treatment -ice to effected are, ibuprofen, started 24 hours after vaccine.
Age: 62.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Erythema, Influenza, Oedema peripheral
Clinical narrative: sore arm during day of vaccination. twenty-four hours after vaccination, arm swollen and slightly reddened, lasted 1 1/2 -2 days. Pt also felt like had mild case of flu
Age: 2.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, HEPA, HIBV
Symptoms: Rash erythematous
Clinical narrative: small red bumps on back
Age: 6.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, HEP, IPV
Symptoms: Injection site mass
Clinical narrative: Pt developed a mass in right upper arm-was in to see the doctor on 10-16-01. had a MRI & was scheduled with orthopedic . He did a biopsy. Mom feels all related to immunization. Parents refused immunizations as infant for no reason.
Age: 1.6
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Received DTaP #4 (2/4/02). 2/6/02 Large swollen area around the immunization site with erythema. that spread to face, back, arms and left leg, not itching. Will be treated with Benadryl.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Erythema, Feeling hot, Swelling
Clinical narrative: 2/5/02 2pm vaccine given. 2/6/02 am - mom noticed red, warm swelling on left upper arm 2x4". Complained of pain. Tylenol given.
Age: 5.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR, DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Injection site induration, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: 2/5/02 2pm vaccine given. 2/6/02 am - mom noticed red, warm swelling on left upper arm 2x4". Complained of pain. Tylenol given.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: HIBV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Pt broke out in chicken pox rash.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR
Symptoms: Lymphadenopathy, Rash, Swelling, Tenderness
Clinical narrative: 01/24 found tender, swollen lymph nodes around neck and ears which remained until 02/04/2002 when rash appeared on face, neck and back. Went to private doctor and received prednisone 10 mg 48.
Age: 4.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, IPV, MMR
Symptoms: Pharyngolaryngeal pain, Pyrexia, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: 10 days after the vaccines the pt developed hives all over, low grade fever, throat sore. No medication was given.
Sex: F
Vaccine: HEP
Symptoms: Pyrexia, Rash macular, Rash papular
Clinical narrative: Pt presented to ER with fever of 99.5 deg. F. maculopapular rash in arm after 2 daysof receiving hep B vaccine.
Sex: F
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site warmth, Pruritus
Clinical narrative: On an unknown date, the patient began post exposure treatment with the rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine and subsequently developed a large (11 x 14 cm) local reaction (erythematous, hot, and pruritis) to dose #4. This patient then switched to another rabies vaccine and experienced a smaller (3 cm) reaction (erythematous, hot, and pruritis) to dose #5. The event was treated with Tylenol and the patient recovered in 3.5 days.
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Injection site erythema, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Information has been received from a pharmacist with follow-up from an RN concerning a female pt who was vaccinated with a 1st dose of pneumococcal vaccine 23 polyvalent (lot 640577/0995L) at 09:00 on approx. 1/7/02. Subsequently, within 3 hours of vaccination, the pt developed an allergic reaction and complained that the site of injection was sore and red. The pt was seen and given Benadryl. The pt was kept in the office for several hours for observation. The injection site appeared to be getting worse, so the physician ordered that pt to receive a dose of epinephrine. It was reported that the pt has not had any more problems and subsequently recovered. The reporter indicated that this was the 2nd person to experience reaction in this fashion to this vaccine from this vial. The records of testing prior to release of this lot have been checked and found to be satisfactory. The lot complies with the standards and was released. It was reported that 2 or 3 people received doses without incident. Another pt (WAES 0201USA00515) had a similar reaction following receipt of this vaccine. Upon internal review, the pt's events were considered to be "Other Important Medical Events". Additional information has been requested.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Anoxia, Apnoea, Brain oedema, Cardio-respiratory arrest, Encephalopathy
Clinical narrative: SIDS Admitted to hospital through ER with sudden cardiac and respiratory arrest with significan periodic of anoxia/cardiac arrest.  Multiorgan system injury and severe anoxic brain injury. COD as per autopsy exam was anoxic encepalopathy due to resuscitated SIDS. Per F/U 8/13/02: Other conditions: Multisystem ischemia. This is a 2 month old white female who was found unresponsive by her babysitter face-down on a water bed. EMT's arrived and the baby was pulseless but subsequently, on transportation to the ER, a pulse was restored. The infant was transferred to another facility for management of complications of anoxia. It appeared to clinicians that the infant had resuscitated SIDS. At the hospital, the infant showed evidence of severe hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and subsequently, developed multi-organ failure based upon anoxia. The interval between the initial arrest and death was approx. 2 days. Findings on autopsy: Anoxic encephalopathy with brain swelling; reperfusion infarction of the septum of the heart, hemorrhagic and ischemic infarction of the right colon and transverse colon.
Age: 0.2
Sex: F
Vaccine: DTAP, HIBV, PNC
Symptoms: Intestinal infarction, Multi-organ failure, Sudden infant death syndrome
Clinical narrative: SIDS Admitted to hospital through ER with sudden cardiac and respiratory arrest with significan periodic of anoxia/cardiac arrest.  Multiorgan system injury and severe anoxic brain injury. COD as per autopsy exam was anoxic encepalopathy due to resuscitated SIDS. Per F/U 8/13/02: Other conditions: Multisystem ischemia. This is a 2 month old white female who was found unresponsive by her babysitter face-down on a water bed. EMT's arrived and the baby was pulseless but subsequently, on transportation to the ER, a pulse was restored. The infant was transferred to another facility for management of complications of anoxia. It appeared to clinicians that the infant had resuscitated SIDS. At the hospital, the infant showed evidence of severe hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and subsequently, developed multi-organ failure based upon anoxia. The interval between the initial arrest and death was approx. 2 days. Findings on autopsy: Anoxic encephalopathy with brain swelling; reperfusion infarction of the septum of the heart, hemorrhagic and ischemic infarction of the right colon and transverse colon.
Age: 51.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: FLU3
Symptoms: Asthenia, Injection site reaction, Lymphadenopathy, Viral infection
Clinical narrative: A report was rec'd from a hlth professional on 1/30/02 regarding a female pt who experienced injection site reaction, acute viral illness and arm weakness which was considered disabling after receiving a Fluvirin vaccine in 10/01. The pt has had a previous influenza vaccination (brand not specified). In 10/01 the pt rec'd a Fluvirin vaccine and was on an unknown date experienced painful arm at injection site which resolved. Two months later the pt had an acute viral illness which included swollen glands. The pt's arm also became swollen and painful, her arm still remains painful especially around the site of vaccination. The pt feels her arm is weaker and is receiving physical therapy treatment. The pt had not recovered at the time of reporting the event. the reporter did not provide a causality assessment. Follow up 01/20/05: A follow up report was received on 04/16/02 stating that the patient, a 50 year ol female who had received Fluvirin on 11/02/01, had recovered from her general lack of wellbing, but was stil experiencing should pain in the left shoulder, which the reporter felt may be possible tendonitis, arm pain-tender over deltoid and bicept tendon, and exhibited a decreased range of movement. The patient was being trated with physiotherapy and NSAIDS. The painful swollen arm from the injection site reaction was still present. The reactions were still painful, although improved, on 04/10/02. The reporter has assesd the relationship of Fluvirin to the reactions as possible.
Age: 7.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: HIBV, VARCEL
Symptoms: Drug ineffective, Infection
Clinical narrative: Chickenpox lesions began on 2/3/02 and by 2/12/02 had over 100 lesions. Some appeared infected. Rx'd Keflex 250 tid X 10 days. Received Varivax on 2/20/96.
Age: 77.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV
Symptoms: Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Large erythema at injection site for 2 weeks with swelling and pain. Flu-like symptoms associated.
Age: 46.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Arthralgia, Injection site erythema, Injection site induration, Injection site warmth, Myalgia
Clinical narrative: Severe arthralgia and myalgia approx. 18 hours, post vax, with red, warm induration of 5" X 3".
Age: 48.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: PPV, TD
Symptoms: Pruritus, Urticaria
Clinical narrative: On 2/2/04, during the evening, she began to itch all over. The next day, it recurred. Took something she thinks was Promethazine. No itching today. Denies rash but did say after scratching "it welted up".
Age: 1.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: IPV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Infection
Clinical narrative: Mild case of varicella.
Age: 56.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: RAB
Symptoms: Injection site pain, Neck pain, Swelling
Clinical narrative: On 1/29/02, woke up with a sore arm. A few days later, maybe on 2/1/02, was swollen under arm. Left arm from injection site up to left side of neck painful with some types of movement, especially in back. Swelling under arm is gone at this time. But pain from injection site to neck is still there. Referred to physician.
Age: 4.0
Sex: M
Vaccine: VARCEL
Symptoms: Herpes zoster, Infection
Clinical narrative: Received varivax on 3/30/98 through a previous MD. Dx'd with Herpes Zoster on 2/8/02.
Age: 1.14
Sex: M
Vaccine: HEP, HIBV, MMR, VARCEL
Symptoms: Rash
Clinical narrative: The pt developed a bump on head and behind one ear that appeared on 02/08/2002. No other bumps until two days later, client had bumps all over head (02/10/02) then moved down to neck and chest the next day, worse under arms, few down the arm and very few on legs. Saw a physician on 02/11/2002. Doctor ordered Bactroben ointment and Benadryl.
Sex: M
Vaccine: TD
Symptoms: Feeling hot, Influenza like illness, Injection site erythema, Injection site swelling
Clinical narrative: Patient experienced flu-like symptoms with no fever. The injection site was red, swollen, and warm to the touch. The patient was treated with KEFLEX and MEDROL DOSE PAKfor possible cellulitis. However, the doctor did not believe the patient had cellulitis. Patient returned to doctors office for follow up on 11/16/01. Patient was improving. Swelling and redness had decreased. Another follow-up is scheduled for 11/23/01.
Age: 45.0
Sex: F
Vaccine: MMR, TTOX
Symptoms: Hypokinesia, Injection site pain
Clinical narrative: Pt received Td shot on 08/19/2001. She experienced pain in her arm after the shot and has experienced worsening pain and decreased motion since 08/01. Pt was seen at the community health center during the week of 11/25/2001. Pt still complaining of pain and tender.  Reported on 04/09/2003: "Dr. called regarding her patient, who developed pain and tenderness in her arm after receiging a Td vaccination in August of 2001.  Dr. stated that the patient has no use of her right arm, and therefore cannot work.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: RAB, RAB
Symptoms: Convulsion
Clinical narrative: Mom states infant started rabies series. After 1st, sleep disturbances. On 09/11/2001, seizures, has had about 15 lasting from 15-45 seconds. Last 1 about 1 month ago, left arm stiff, stiffness went to left leg to right doing better.
Age: 0.3
Sex: M
Vaccine: RAB, RAB
Symptoms: Convulsion, Musculoskeletal stiffness, Sleep disorder
Clinical narrative: Mom states infant started rabies series. After 1st, sleep disturbances. On 09/11/2001, seizures, has had about 15 lasting from 15-45 seconds. Last 1 about 1 month ago, left arm stiff, stiffness went to left leg to right doing better.