chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-outcomes huggingface dataset:
Had a sore arm; got broncitus for the first and only time in my life; Initial information received on 07-Dec-2020 regarding an unsolicited valid non-serious case from a consumer (patient) via social media.   This case involves a patient with an unknown age who had a sore arm (myalgia) and got bronchitis for the first and only time in my life (bronchitis), while being received vaccine influenza vaccine.  Medical history, past medical treatment, vaccination, family history and concomitant medication were not reported.  On an unknown date, the patient received a dose of suspect influenza vaccine (produced by unknown manufacturer) (batch number and other dosing details were not reported) for prophylactic vaccination.  On an unknown date, (latency: unknown) after administration of the suspect vaccine, patient had a sore arm (myalgia) and got bronchitis for the first and only time in my life (bronchitis).   No laboratory data was reported.  It was not reported if the patient received any corrective treatment.  At the time of reporting, outcome of the event was unknown.  There will be no information available regarding batch number in this case.
Patient called pharmacy and reported that she was itchy after immunization. She reported no hives, rash, or redness.
Swelling or lump at injection site, upon examination and ultrasound, a necrotic lymph node was found an axillary area of same arm
Patient received vaccination 9/27/2019 and continued to have extreme soreness at the site of vaccination. Patient complains of not being able to lift arm , and states she has been going to physical therapy to regain motion in arm and to help with pain that she is still experiencing months later.
Menstrual cycle went from generally regular (average 22-23 day cycle) to erratic 31-24-32-15-34-16 and also from regular to heavy flow to extremely clotty during the 6 months since 2 dose vaccine series
Parent called to report child complaining of being unable to move arm because of discomfort, earache, and has a cough this morning.  Attempted to review side effects as per Vaccine Information Statements with parent and refer to primary care physician/urgent care center if concerned.  Parent uncooperative with answering questions for VAERS report.  Parent hung up phone before nurse able to ask further questions about status.
I had a red and inflamed area 4 inches long x 2.5 wide and the area was raised/swollen approx.  1/8".  The area was warm to touch and the described symptoms last for over a week.   I have been fatigued since the injection.
administered with expired vaccine; This spontaneous case was reported by a nurse and describes the occurrence of EXPIRED PRODUCT ADMINISTERED (administered with expired vaccine) in a 42-year-old female patient who received mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (batch no. 013H21B) for COVID-19 vaccination.     Patient was not tested positive for COVID-19 Patient did not have acute illness at the time of vaccination up to one month before Patient did not have chronic or long standing health conditions.     On 30-Mar-2022 at 11:15 AM, the patient received third dose of mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (Intramuscular) .25 milliliter. On 30-Mar-2022 at 6:00 PM, the patient experienced EXPIRED PRODUCT ADMINISTERED (administered with expired vaccine). At the time of the report, EXPIRED PRODUCT ADMINISTERED (administered with expired vaccine) outcome was unknown.        For mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (Intramuscular), the reporter did not provide any causality assessments.   No concomitant medications were reported  No treatment medications were reported  No adverse events were reported by the patient. The vial was initially stored in the refrigerator on 01-Mar-2022 The vial did not undergo any temperature excursions.   This case was linked to MOD-2022-532165 (Patient Link).
Pt stated when she received the first 4 immunizations, she felt nauseous. Pt then received Smallpox and states she felt her body felt hot, like a body flash hot. Pt then went home and tried drinking water and hoping she would feel better. Pt then was nauseous and tried going to the restroom to throw up but was unable to. Only was able to dry heave. Pt then went to the ER and was given medication for nausea then sent home. At the hospital she was told it was a normal reaction and unfortunately she would feel like this for a while. Next day pt went to sick call with a fever and was given quarters for 24 hours. Was told to take Motrin. The following day pt felt body aches but then started slowly getting better. Pt was unable to eat due to nausea from administration date which was 03Oct17-06Oct17. Pt only ate crackers and water.
Arms went numb from elbow to hand. Went to doctor on 1-14-11 sent to hos, thought I'd had a stroke. Dr at hos checked me out, said I did not have a stroke. Sent me home with instructions to see my doctor next day. Got up next morning and was numb from waist down. Husband took me back to hos where a doctor told him check.
On top of flu like symtoms that didn't concern me I started experiencing numbness and tingling on the right side of my face. I also had irregular heart beat for 16-18 hours. I have had neurological issues with 2 other medications in the past which calmed my concerns. I had my arms lock up on me while on Humira and I had the exact facial numbness and tingling with Enbrel. Both of those drugs work through TNF cells. I do not know the mechanism with J&J vaccine but wanted you to know that.
Day after vaccination patient reports (R) arm red and swollen at injection site. Next day injection site not red, however redness & swelling on inner aspect of (R) upper arm. Swelling was increasing. Upon evaluation medial aspect of (R) upper arm erythematous, swollen & warm to touch. Treating with KEFLEX 500mg BID x 7 days and BENADRYL as directed.
Mild fever, chills, body aches, soreness at injection site, fatigue, moderate headache. Symptoms presented approximately 21 hours after injection and lasted approximately 24 hours.
She was admitted on April 24, 2022 with a diagnosis of abnormal behavior (history of several seizures over the last couple days as well).  Received booster on 3/29/22.
This spontaneous report was received from consumer (patient's daughter) regarding a 89 year old female patient. The patient's pertinent medical history and concurrent conditions were not reported. Approximately on 19-AUG-2015 (also reported as one week ago) the patient was vaccinated with booster for the PNEUMOVAX 23 dose, route unknown. Concomitant medications were not reported. On an unspecified date in August 2015, the patient was admitted into the hospital. Reporter reported that the patient was very sick and probably will die. The outcome of was very sick and probably will die was reported as not recovered. Causality assessment was not provided. PQC was not involved. Additional information has been requested.
refrigerator may or may not have been out of range; This non-serious case was reported by a other health professional via sales rep and described the occurrence of incorrect storage of drug in a female patient who received Herpes zoster (Shingrix) for prophylaxis.   On an unknown date, the patient received the 1st dose of Shingrix. On an unknown date, an unknown time after receiving Shingrix, the patient experienced incorrect storage of drug (Verbatim: refrigerator may or may not have been out of range). The outcome of the incorrect storage of drug was unknown.   Additional Information: GSK receipt date: 06-JUL-2023 The reporter reported that patient came into practice after getting her first Shingrix shot over a year ago at another practice. That practice closed shortly after the patient received the first dose of Shingrix. However, the practice called patient and informed her that their refrigerator may or may not had been out of range and that they were not sure if the dose of Shingrix administered was viable. No further follow up and so the patient transferred to the new clinic and received another dose of Shingrix. Now they wonder what to do in terms of this was finishing the series or they need to give another dose. The patient received Shingrix vaccine of which refrigerator may or may not had been out of range which led to incorrect storage of drug.
09MAR2021-Patient is a 87 y.o. old female with a history of receiving her second COVID vaccine this past Friday.  For the previous 2 to 3 days she has had increasing fatigue and generalized weakness.  Anorexia and nausea have been noted as well.  Apparently has not been eating or drinking well at all.  No vomiting or diarrhea.  No new medication recently.  No fever or chills. Patient was seen and evaluated in the ER tonight by the ER physician.  Significant acute renal failure was noted.  Urinalysis was unrevealing.  Mild hyperkalemia and moderate metabolic acidosis were noted as well.  Initial treatment in the emergency room included a 1 L bolus of normal saline and antiemetic therapy.  The hospitalist service was then consulted for admission."   Discharge Summary Written 20MAR2021-Patient was admitted and started on IV fluids.  Nephrology was consulted.  She was started on a bicarb drip for metabolic acidosis.  Renal US was negative for hydronephrosis but with incidental biliary ductal dilatation which was stable compared to a previous imaging study in 2011.  Unfortunately her renal function continued to worsen and require dialysis.  She had a temporary dialysis catheter placed on 3/12.  She had RRT started on 3/12 and again on 3/13.  Her urine output, electrolytes, and azotemia started to improve slowly.  Renal function continued to improve and she no longer required any RRT.  Her temporary dialysis catheter was removed on 3/19.  Her Foley catheter was also removed on 3/19 and she was urinating well prior to discharge.  She will go home with oral Lasix.  Patient felt much improved and is agreeable for discharge on this date- 20MAR2021  Second Admission- 02APR2021-05APR2021- INDICATION FOR ADMISSION:   This is an 87-year-old female with history of COPD, hypertension, and chronic lung disease, who presented to the Emergency Department on April 2, 2021 with a chief complaint of shortness of breath..  Three days prior to this admission the patient had increasing shortness of breath.  The patient also had a nonproductive cough but denied any fever or chills.  The patient was started on IV Lasix and IV steroids in the ED.  She also had elevated BNP. She was admitted to the hospital for further medical management.   Discharge Summary Written 05APR2021- She was started on IV steroids, IV Lasix, nebulization, and she was monitored closely.  The patient also had HGB dropping to 8.8 from 11.3 back in March 2021.  The patient was started on proton pump inhibitor. Gastroenterology and cardiology eventually were consulted to see the patient.  She did have an EGD done at this time which showed gastritis.  She will continue Protonix for now.  She was started on IV Lasix and she improved with the treatment.  Now she remains on room air.  She denied any respiratory issue.  Her renal function still remains at baseline.  Today creatinine is 1.5.  The patient can be discharged home today and continue oral Lasix at home daily for now.  She was instructed to follow up with her primary care physician and also her cardiologist as outpatient in 1 to 2 weeks.
Red swollen arm around injection site. Pain upon exertion. Radiates heat - cellulitis appearance.
severe localized reaction at vaccine site not resolved after 7 days.  Patient was given combination steriod injection and told to return in one week.  Employee who administered injection SQ instead of IM has been counseled.
First started with intense muscle and joint aches, followed by intense headache that caused nausea and emesis - 1 episode of vomiting on evening of 2/4 and another the afternoon of 2/5.  Very tired , tmax of 99.4.  I was in bed for nearly 18 hours other than to go to bathroom, with couch time before and after.  By evening of 2/5 felt a lot better, then able to work on 2/6 morning.
Complex febrile seizure, telogen effluvium, Todds paralysis.  08/08/08 Reviewed hospital medical records of 6/1-6/2/2007. FINAL DX: febrile seizure & Todd's paralysis Records reveal patient experienced 20-35 min tonic clonic seizure at home following fever.  In ER, confused & somnolent w/decreased tone & movement of right side extremities.  Improved overnight w/complete resolution of symptoms.  D/C to home.  8/19/08  Received H&P, progress notes, ER notes, CXR & CT scan reports.  No new information.  8/26/08 Reviewed dermatology consult of 3/20/2008. FINAL DX: telogen effluvium Records reveal patient had been referred to specialist for second opinion on alopecia. Scalp biopsy had been done 2/2008  c/w trichotillomania but had been done after patient was treated w/triancinolone.  Exam revealed diffuse alopecia of frontal & vertex scalp.
At patients doctor visit on 11/28/18, patient reported to nurse that he was still having pain at injection site and upon movement in that area. The nurse said there was no visible signs (redness, swelling) at injection site. Patient stated that pain was getting better after about a week, but then plateaued and remained same pain with no improvement.
Patient consented to and was given the Janssen Covid-19 vaccine on 05/21/2021 at 3:10pm. Approximately 5 minutes post-administration, the patient reported not feeling well and was given assistance to get seated. She reported dizziness, nausea and numbness in her extremities. Emergency personnel were notified and arrived within 5 minutes. She was asked and accepted to be transported to Hospital for further evaluation.
4/12/23 Client reported she received vaccines on 4/4/23 and on 4/10/23 she noticed a red, itchy swollen rash at the site of the yellow fever vaccination. Client used OTC cortisone cream and hot and cold packs for relief if sx. On 4/18/21 client contacted the health dept and reported that after using these measures the rash had resolved for approximately 2-3 days but the rash has now returned and appears larger than previously noted. Client reports no systemic symptoms. Referred client to her PCP for an evaluation and also to an allergist for evaluation.
Pt states that 5 minutes after receiving the vaccine he became light headed and dizzy. Pt states he felt as if he would lose consciousness. Pt was wheeled via wheelchair to the evaluation room and laid down onto a cot. Pt?s vitals are stable. After 15 minutes the pt states his symptoms have alleviated and would like to go home. Pt refused transport to hospital. On site doctor was consulted and agreed that the pt is stable and can return home. Pt was wheeled via wheelchair to his car and assisted into his passenger seat as a precaution.
Over the course of a few days, loss function of legs, arms, and hands. Unable to control bowel movements and bodily functions. Unable to walk; wheelchair bound for life. Unable to bathe or dress myself. Numerous dental teeth implants fell out. Treatments included medicines, IVig treatments, Plasmapharesis, extensive Physical Therapy, Dental Surgery, among other treatments.
Client was given the vaccines she needed based of her shot record.  Client's mother was informed of what vaccines were needed via translation before they were given and voiced understanding to all discussed. After administering the needed vaccines I charted them and took an updated copy of her shot record to the mother and discussed when her next vaccines would be due via translation. The mother then reaches in her bag and hands me  a shot record. I then entered in all of the historical vaccines that were not in her record. Upon doing so I realized that the client was given Recombivax peds, Pedvax HIB, and IPOL that she did not need. I then called the translation line and explained to the mother what happened and she voiced understanding to everything and had no concerns. My supervisor was notified immediately.
I have a sore left arm in area of where the shot was taken.  Arm accidentally bumped which made the soreness apparent on 5/4.  On 5/5 still very sore.  I cannot raise my arm past shoulder height.
Pt recv vax on 3/26/99; on same day pt exp erythematous macular rash on trunk &extremities; tx=Claritin
extremely left sore shoulder pain at the site of the vaccination and further up my arm into my shoulder and neck. I'm presently sore in the shoulder near the shoulder blade. I have limited are extension and rotation. I'm limited to some degree of daily function i.e. pulling my shirt off or on. I have problem sleeping. It's been over a month since the vaccination was administered.
This spontaneous report was received from a physician via company representatives, and refers to a patient of unknown age and gender. The patient's concurrent conditions, medical history and concomitant therapies were not reported. On 10-SEP-2014, the patient was vaccinated with an unspecified improperly stored dose of PNEUMOVAX 23 with lot number J009689 and expiration date of 29-JAN-2015 (route of administration and anatomical location were not reported), which was stored at 59.9 Fahrenheit (F) Degrees (15.5 Celsius) (highest recorded temperature) for a total of 4872 hours. The vaccine status was reported as "in excursion". The vaccine storage criteria and the vaccine excursion were reported as "Refrigerator(R)". No adverse effects were reported nor product quality complaint was involved. This is one of several cases received from the same reporter. Additional information has been requested.
Patient had pain and woke up crying.  His neck hurt.  We sat with him and gave him heat/ice to subside the pain.  He eventually fell back asleep and woke up fine the next day. On 10/19 patient's head was tilted to the side. Again we thought it was muscle pain.  He was up off and on during the night at one point said his hands and feet felt big.  We went to the ER when patient couldn't walk in the morning of 10/20.
Diarrhea got worse. Color changed from brown to green and was extremely watery and mucousy. Continuous diarrhea for over 2 months now. Some spots and streaks of blood in diarrhea being seen.
Muscle twitching and spasms mainly in feet but also throughout entire body, starting 2 days after vaccination and still present a week later. Slight Facial/ neck numbness 2 hours after vaccination that went away within an hour.
COVID 19  symptoms consistent with a  bad cold. runny nose; sinus congestion;  burning, watery eyes; sore, scratchy throat; mild brain fog
swollen arm, cold and flu like symptoms (cough, congestion, chills, hot sweats), headache, fatigue, dry eyes, muscle and body aches (all last 24-48 hours). Began about 12 hours after injection.
No additional AEs reported; on 30-JUN-2021 a patient was adminis MMRlI that expired on l 7-JUN-2021; Information has been received from a physician referring to a patient of unknown age and gender. The patient's pertinent medical history, drug reactions/allergies and concurrent condition were not provided. Concomitant therapies included sterile diluent (manufacturer unknown).  On 30-JUN-2021, the patient was vaccinated with measles, mumps, and rubella (wistar ra 27-3) virus vaccine, live (recombinant human albumin(rHA)) (M-M-R II) (0.5 ml, lot # S018594, expiration date 17-JUN-2021;  route and anatomical location were not provided) for prophylaxis(Expired vaccine used). The vaccine had not had any temperature excursions. No further adverse event (AE) was reported by the physician. The physician was provided with the expired supported disclaimer. No additional AEs were reported.
Tendinitis in both hands, every finger to the wrist, but not in the wrist. Doc wanted me to take steroids but I?m allergic. So nothing but wait it out. Symptoms started day 3 after second shot.
I woke up with severe face swelling. Trouble opening eyes fully since eyelids and ?bags? were so swollen. No issues breathing, and swelling gradually subsided throughout the day until only mildly puffy face by the end of the day. The next morning I was fine and swelling and completely subsided.
Completely bedridden sick as a dog; Completely bedridden sick as a dog; It's terrified me; This case was reported by a consumer via interactive digital media and described the occurrence of bedridden in a patient who received Herpes zoster (Shingrix) for prophylaxis.   On 16th September 2022, the patient received the 1st dose of Shingrix. In September 2022, less than a week after receiving Shingrix, the patient experienced bedridden, sickness and impending doom. On an unknown date, the outcome of the bedridden, sickness and impending doom were not recovered/not resolved.   It was unknown if the reporter considered the bedridden, sickness and impending doom to be related to Shingrix.     Additional Information: GSK Receipt Date: 19-SEP-2022 Reporter's Comments: This case was received from consumer via interactive digital media. The patient got the first of 2 Shingrix vaccine on Friday and had been completely bedridden sick as a dog from the side affects and was terrified to patient. The patient was not sure he/she would even get the second shot. The follow-up could not be possible as no contact details were available.
This spontaneous report was received from an office manager and refers to multiple unspecified patients of an unknown age and gender. The patients' pertinent medical histories, drug reactions or allergies and concomitant medications were not reported. On unknown dates, the patients were vaccinated with improperly stored doses of VAQTA injection, lot # reported as M027879, expiration date 24-JAN-2018, or lot # L015460, expiration 20-JUL-2017 (dose, route and site of administration were not reported). The administered doses of vaccine were exposed to the temperature of 30 degrees Fahrenheit for 11 hours. No adverse effects were reported. No additional information was provided. This is one of several reports received from the same reporter. Additional information has been requested.
Sore arm for 4 days at injection site initially after injection.  9-13 days after vaccination, I developed itching, mild warmth, bumps, and now red patch at injection site.  It has coincided with a runny nose.  My arm is very uncomfortable.   My continuation page isn't working.  Additional medicines for #9: desvenlafaxine, folic acid, ezetimibe, bentyl, CO Q-10, vitamin D, fish oil, tizanidine HCL, benadryl, Tylenol
4 yo with area of redness and swelling right leg which started in area of vaccine placed 7/14/04. Area is 20cmx12cm
In October 2021 I noticed I was having shortness of breath just to polish my toenails and tie my shoes.  My next physical exam was April 2022, and I told my doctor about my new shortness of breath.  I described the events to her.  We scanned my heart for blockage in April 2022.  They found an ?incidental finding? ?spiculated mass in the upper right lobe?.  I had a pulmonary scan in April 2022.  I was referred to a cancer center in Colorado in July 2022.  They called it a ?low grade neoplasm vs an infection sequala?.  More testing showed elevated carcinoid tumor.  I had a biopsy on the mass in my lung September 2022.  The results were inconclusive.  I also met with thoracic surgeon to discuss taking the mass out.  I am not planning to have the surgery.  I had another scan with a galleon pet scan in September 2022.  As of today, I am uncertain if the mass is malignant, and I do not have surgery scheduled.  When they did the galleon scan, they noticed there was either a second mass attached, or it had spread or it was scar tissue.
Runny eyes, cough, headache, then within 3 days after this, trouble breathing, fever, ache, and coughing.
Flu-like symptoms until 24 hours post-vaccination. General joint pain (6 of 10) with severe joint pain in left SI joint, left shoulder, B/L hip joints. Extreme fatigue, but could not sleep due to pain. Loss of appetite.  Most symptoms resolved with 24 hours after booster shot. Sporadic tinnitus B/L still persists on 11/14.