chrisvoncsefalvay/vaers-outcomes huggingface dataset:
Loss of focus/concentration Forgetfulness Unable to multi-task Sleeping more than usual Fatigued by middle of the day  I never had any of the above issues before getting vaccine, I had chills, fever, body ache on the night of the 8th April after getting vaccine shot and was recovered well by 10th April
Upper left arm swollen, pink/blue in color about 6" plus discoloration at site and temperature, intermittently. No cough, no congestion. Reaction occurred within 24 hours. Ice pack and Tylenol were instructed as well as to call with any changes in area or condition.
11MAY92 pt recvd 3rd dose of Engerix-B & exp a few days of local inject site pain; almost 3 months later, pain is recurrent; no erythema, redness, swelling or fever; pt went to ER; x-ray & CBC findings pendings;
Local site reaction with swelling, pain, bruising, then joint aches, then lip and eyelid swelling, myalgias, fatigue.
SUSPECTED CLINICAL VACCINATION FAILURE; SUSPECTED COVID-19 INFECTION; This spontaneous report received from a patient concerned a 57 year old male of unknown race and ethnicity. The patient's weight was 197 pounds, and height was 64 inches. Patient had no known allergies. Patient had no medical history and no daily medication. The patient received covid-19 vaccine ad26.cov2.s (suspension for injection, route of admin not reported, batch number: 206A21A, expiry: unknown) dose was not reported, 1 total administered on 22-MAY-2021 for prophylactic vaccination. No concomitant medications were reported.  On 05-SEP-2021, patient was tested positive for rapid test (suspected covid-19 infection and suspected clinical vaccination failure). Patient was shocked as he had no symptoms. Again on 08-SEP-2021 patient was tested positive for rapid test. Patient mentioned that he had maybe a little bit of cough and slight head ache in the morning. He stated that the symptoms come and go but he did not felt sick to think they indicate anything. He only noticed after he was tested positive. He was able to do all normal activities. Patient stated that he was exposed to his mom. She tested positive on 01-SEP-2021 and the last exposure to her was on 29-AUG-2021. His mother spent the day with him and his family. The action taken with covid-19 vaccine ad26.cov2.s was not applicable. The outcome of the suspected covid-19 infection and suspected clinical vaccination failure was not reported. This report was serious (Other Medically Important Condition). This report was associated with a product quality complaint.; Sender's Comments: V0: 20210924403- JANSSEN COVID-19 VACCINE Ad26.COV2.S- Suspected clinical vaccination failure . This event(s) is considered not related. The event(s) has a compatible/suggestive temporal relationship, is unlabeled, and has unknown scientific plausibility. There are other factors more likely to be associated with the event(s) than the drug. Specifically: SPECIAL SITUATIONS.
Pt reported a 103 degree F fever for 2 days along with chills and visual disturbances (seeing shadows in the dimly lit bedroom during the night)
This spontaneous report as received from a registered nurse refers to a female patient of unknown age. Relevant medical history and concomitant medication were not provided. On an unknown date in 2007, reported as 6 years ago, the patient was vaccinated with GARDASIL dose 1. Lot number, dose, route and frequency were not provided. The patient received the first dose in the series 6 years ago (date unspecified) and would be administered the 2nd dose today. The nurse inquired if the patient needed to restart the GARDASIL vaccination series. The reporter causality was not related. Additional information has been requested.
Ringing in ears; This is a spontaneous report received from a contactable reporter(s) (Consumer or other non HCP).  An adult male patient received bnt162b2 (BNT162B2), administration date 02Mar2021 (Batch/Lot number: unknown) as dose number unknown, single for covid-19 immunisation. The patient's relevant medical history was not reported. The patient took concomitant medications. The following information was reported: TINNITUS (non-serious) with onset 09Mar2021, outcome "not recovered", described as "Ringing in ears". The event "ringing in ears" was evaluated at the physician office visit. Therapeutic measures were taken as a result of tinnitus.  Additional information: Treatment for the event ringing in ears included injection in ear. The patient had not received any other vaccines within 4 weeks and had not been diagnosed with COVID-19 prior vaccination. Since the vaccination the patient had not been tested for COVID-19.  No follow-up attempts are possible; information about lot/batch number cannot be obtained. No further information is expected.
patient stated feeling dizzy, lightheaded, "stoned," and nauseous and was pale.  had the patient lay down with his feet up and supplied cold compresses. after a few minutes patient said he was feeling better and left the premises.
mom reports that he had a brief seizure (his brother reported he was a complete zombie, eyes rolled out into his head, fell to the floor, shaking uncontrollably, lasted for 30-60 sec), he had another episode while taking a shower the next day (bathroom door was closed, so unwitnessed). He was not evaluated for these. He has not had any similar episodes since, but mom believes his skin rashes started around that same time. The first mention of hives in the PCP's records is on 10/19 when he was reported to have 3 weeks of intermittent hives. Rashes show up randomly, usually itchy, raised, usually last for 1-2 day, go away with hydrocortisone and Benadryl. Taking Claritin daily did not prevent them  He is also very sleepy, tired, missed a lot of school from this. Continue to be able to exercise (baseball), no SOB, cough or excessive fatigue when exercising. Also has some nausea.   the seizure-like episodes resolved, the rest of symptoms continue to be ongoing
This is a girl - no prior immunizations - noted fever on 2/6/11 - 11 days after shots. Then developed rash on face & neck the next day. Lasted 2 days, then resolved. No further symptoms. Advised poss. reaction from MMR.
Erythema and edema of left thigh at the site of the DTAP vaccination cellulitis (VS). Allergic reaction (local) child was seen for follow up on 06/12/2020 it has resolved after antibiotic treatment.
Vaccine was beyond the use date. Administered on 12/27/21- beyond use date 12/24/21, manufacturer date 12/31/21.
p/recv vax pt devel pruritic rash on back & legs, given benadryl
11/25/22 presents to ED for "altered mental status and fever". PMHx of "Alzheimer's dementia, kidney transplant on mycophenolate"
onset sx approx 2 hrs p/shot; throat swelling no difficulty noted w/breathing or swallowing; itchy feeling in throat as well as over entire body; approx 24 hrs p/shot t100, achy feeling in body bones & muscles; congestion, hard to walk;
Trouble breathing/fever/chest tightness and sharp pains... ended up being admitted into the hospital for 5 days
Information was received from Pfizer, Inc. [2017070652] as part of a business agreement on 03-MAR-2017. Information was received originally from a registered nurse regarding a female patient of unknown age. On an unknown date the patient was vaccinated with PNEUMOVAX23 (lot number, expiration, dose and route not reported) for prophylaxis.  On an unknown date the patient experienced drug allergy to PNEUMOVAX23. The outcome of drug hypersensitivity is unknown. Additional information is not expected because information was received from the business partner.
Inappropriate schedule of vaccine; Headache; Nausea; Low grade fever; This case was reported by a other health professional via call center representative and described the occurrence of headache in a 66-year-old male patient who received Herpes zoster (Shingrix) for prophylaxis.   Concomitant products included Herpes zoster (Shingrix).   On 22nd October 2019, the patient received the 2nd dose of Shingrix. In October 2019, less than a week after receiving Shingrix, the patient experienced headache, nausea and low grade fever. On 22nd October 2019, the patient experienced drug dose administration interval too short. On an unknown date, the outcome of the headache, nausea, low grade fever and drug dose administration interval too short were unknown.   It was unknown if the reporter considered the headache, nausea and low grade fever to be related to Shingrix.  Additional case details were reported as follows: This case was reported by the medical assistant. On 10th Se0tember 2019, the patient received 1st dose of Shingrix. The patient was inadvertently received a 2nd dose of Shingrix at public health department, which was earlier than recommended schedule, which led to shortening of the vaccination schedule. The reporter consented to follow up. This case has been linked with case US2019193749, reported by the same reporter.
flu-like symptoms; broke out in whelps on arm, stomach and neck; This spontaneous case was reported by a consumer and describes the occurrence of INFLUENZA LIKE ILLNESS (flu-like symptoms) and URTICARIA (broke out in whelps on arm, stomach and neck) in a 56-year-old female patient who received mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (batch no. 02920A) for COVID-19 vaccination.     The patient's past medical history included No adverse event.   On 16-Feb-2021, the patient received second dose of mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (Intramuscular) dosage was changed to 1 dosage form. On an unknown date, the patient received first dose of mRNA-1273 (Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine) (unknown route) 1 dosage form. On 17-Feb-2021, the patient experienced INFLUENZA LIKE ILLNESS (flu-like symptoms) and URTICARIA (broke out in whelps on arm, stomach and neck). At the time of the report, INFLUENZA LIKE ILLNESS (flu-like symptoms) and URTICARIA (broke out in whelps on arm, stomach and neck) outcome was unknown.            No relevant concomitant medications are provided. No treatment information was provided. Action taken with mRNA-1273 in responsible to the events were not applicable
Second anthrax vaccine received 24 May 07.  Area of induration and erythema and itching minimum 3 by 4 inches in dimension lasting greater than 9 days.  Site of first vaccination on left arm also continues to itch and with marble sized lump in each site.
pt recvd vax & w/in 24hrs pt presented to MD because exp local erythema & shoulder to elbow pain;MD stated a concern w/lot of vax involved in report;pt also exp swelling from the shoulder to elbow, & fever;
FEVER GREATER THAN 102F; This spontaneous report received from a patient via a company representative concerned an adult male. The patient's weight, height, and medical history were not reported. The patient received covid-19 vaccine ad26.cov2.s (suspension for injection, route of admin not reported, batch number: Unk) dose was not reported, administered on 11-MAR-2021 for prophylactic vaccination. The batch number was not reported. We are unable to perform follow-up to request batch/lot numbers. No concomitant medications were reported. On MAR-2021, Laboratory data included: Body temperature (NR: not provided) greater than 102 F. On 12-MAR-2021, the subject experienced fever greater than 102f. The action taken with covid-19 vaccine ad26.cov2.s was not applicable. The outcome of fever greater than 102f was not reported. This report was non-serious.
Patient was anxious before vaccination, I spoke with patient to calm him then adminstered vaccine.  During the 15 minute waiting period, the patient passed out and fell face forward onto the floor.  We administered ice packs, monitored blood pressure (which remained normal) and called 911.  Emergency personnell took over care an monitored blood glucose (98) and bp.  Patient was monitored in an abulance and then allowed to leave on his own will.
Information has been received from a licensed visiting nurse concerning a 14 year old male who was vaccinated with a dose of varicella virus vaccine live (Oka/Merck) when "he was one or two". It was reported that after vaccination the patient broke out with a shingles type rash at the age of 14. The rash was on one side of his back. Subsequently, the patient recovered. There were no laboratory tests performed. There was no product quality complaint. Additional information has been requested.
Experiencing "electrical shocks" lasting up to 3 seconds radiating from Deltoid to elbow 3-4 times daily while at rest or during activity. Reports that elbow joint feels inflamed. No weakness, no change in ROM. Reports that hands feel weak during "electrical shock" but not losing grip of things in hands. Encouraged to take OTC Naproxen or Ibuprofen for anti-inflammatory help.
This is a different pain, it is back of my neck around the collarbone or where got your rib bone go up, it is right around in there. Yesterday a little bit, but now it's excruciating, it hurts, worse; joint pain; In patient right ear she had tinnitus; Patient arthritis pain is mostly in back leg on the side and in patient knees; This is a spontaneous report from a contactable 79-year-old female consumer reported for herself that the patient had received BNT162B2 (PFIZER-BIONTECH COVID-19 VACCINE, solution for injection LOT number:5050), via an unspecified route of administration on an unspecified date (Age at vaccination: unknown) at single dose for Covid-19 immunization. The patient's concomitant medication included Tylenol (Exp date: Jun2024). The patient's medical history was not reported. The consumer reported that he had taken the vaccine and he was not sure what the date was, he has taken it on '4/5' (not clarified further) think that was Monday. And he has now he was reading the side effects of what could happen. So, he had arthritis it's a joint pain, but this is a different pain, it is back of his neck around the collarbone or where got your rib bone go up, it is right around in there and it started like yesterday a little bit, but now it's excruciating. he has arthritis joint pain, but this is a different pain, it's not from the arthritis, his arthritis pain is mostly in his back leg on the side, in his knees that's what, but this one is like on side of my shoulder like from the neck it's like aching I am in pain, it is just started like yesterday a little bit and then he was hoping it would go away and stuff, but it of course it hurts, worse. Outcome of events was unknown  No follow-up attempts are needed; information about lot/batch number cannot be obtained.
severe headache, hallucinations for 5 days, inability to sleep or determine real from unreal. Patient reported hallucinations to law enforcement thinking they were completely real events although no one else could see or hear what he was hearing. He called law enforcement on himself/situations several times over the 5 day period.
This case was reported by a consumer and described the occurrence of sore throat in a 57-year-old female subject who was vaccinated with FLUARIX (GlaxoSmithKline). A physician or other health care professional has not verified this report. Concurrent medical conditions included environmental allergy, food allergy, latex allergy and sulfa allergy. Concurrent medications included NORVASC, ALTACE and Vegetarian MVI. On 20 September 2012 the subject received unspecified dose of FLUARIX (.5 ml, unknown, right arm). On 20 September 2012, within hours of vaccination with FLUARIX, the subject experienced sore throat. On 22 September 2012, two days after vaccination with FLUARIX, the subject experienced big bruise on right arm, headache, coughing, fever and chills. On 26 September 2012, six days after vaccination with FLUARIX, the subject experienced muscle weakness of left arm. At unspecified time after vaccination with FLUARIX, the subject experienced bruise injection site and mild lethargy. The sore throat, fever and chills resolved on 22 September 2012 after treating with ADVIL. On 23 September 2012, the headache resolved. At the time of reporting the bruising of arm improved; cough, weak arm muscles were unresolved; bruise injection site and mild lethargy were unspecified.
Swollen, hard, painful left armpit. Visible swelling from front of the body. Pain is constant during stillness and movement.
Rash noted within 5 minutes of vaccination and wheezing about 4 hours after vaccination
Patient states reaction started 8pm on 8/2/2019. Symptoms included pain, redness, itching at injection site (right arm). Patient calls Health Department  8/6/2019 11:30a to inquire about "what to do?", Is this normal" etc. At that time she listed her symptoms as pain, redness, itching, swelling (half dollar size) at injection site- also hot to touch. Advised her this may be a reaction to vaccine as it contains a partial live virus. To place cool compress on site. If it gets worse as always go to PCP and/Urgent Care. Called patient at 130pm on 8/6/2019 to check on patient, patient states the swelling became worse-spread in both ways, meaning to elbow and very near shoulder. She was very concerned and went to the Urgent Care. Patient states the Urgent care was concerned about the swelling, and a small blister rash developed on back of arm patient was unable to see. Patient states she was given a shot of steroids, a prescription of steroids to begin tomorrow and wrapped her arm in an ace bandage. She was instructed by them to keep covered.
Medication burned as it went in; Initial Report Received on 26-Jun-2019 and 01-Jul-2019  A virtual sales representative reported that a pharmacy technician reported that she, a 31-year-old female (race not provided), received an injection of HEPLISAV-B (hepatitis B vaccine) for hepatitis B immunization and experienced "burning as it went in."  Relevant medical history was not reported. The patient reported that she had no allergies.    Concomitant medications were reported as unknown.    On an unknown date, the patient received the first injection of HEPLISAV-B (lot #, expiration date, and NDC # not provided). The vaccine was administered by a pharmacist at the pharmacy the patient worked at.    On 26-Jun-2019, a virtual sales representative reported that a pharmacy technician reported that when she received the injection, the medication burned as it went in. No lot number or batch number was available when asked. The virtual sales representative stated that the medication might have come from another company and she was unaware if it was a vial or prefilled syringe that the patient got the medication from.   On 01-Jul-2019, the pharmacy technician reported that she told the pharmacist administering the vaccine that the event was not an adverse event but the pharmacist stated that the event needed to be reported. She reported that the burning lasted for 30 seconds and then it resolved. She could not remember if she experienced burning with other vaccines before. She experienced no other adverse events. She reported that she would be getting her second dose.    The reporter did not provide a seriousness assessment for this event.   Company comment: The company assessed the event of injection site burning as non-serious. The event of injection site burning is unlisted per HEPLISAV-B USPI.  ; Sender's Comments: The company assessed the event of injection site burning as non-serious. The event of injection site burning is unlisted per HEPLISAV-B USPI.
Approximately 9 hors after the shot, I experienced aches across the upper body - shoulders and lower skull at the neck
Currently pregnant with November 23, 2023, due date. I usually do not experience side effects from the flu shot, but this time I am experiencing exhaustion, brain fog, intestinal disturbances, and a rash. The rash is itchy. Patches of raised rash bumps can be felt, but the rash is not such that it would be seen by others not looking for it.
Patient complained of a scratchy throat; monitored vitals; EMS administered IV solu-medrol 125 mg and IV diphenhydramine
Large (4 inch x 4 inch) raised red hive type rash. Very red. Very hot to the touch. Occurred one week after vaccine at injection site.
This is a spontaneous report from a contactable pharmacist based on the information received by Pfizer from Merck & Co., Inc. (reference number: 00628732). A 69-year-old female patient of an unspecified ethnicity received five doses of PREVNAR 13, via unspecified routes of administration on an unspecified dates at single doses, all given for immunization. The patient's medical history and concomitant medications were not reported. The patient experienced inappropriate dose of vaccine administered on an unspecified date. The event was further described as "she was vaccinated with PREVNAR 13 approximately 5 times". The patient mentioned that she did not develop an immune response after she was vaccinated. The outcome of the event was unknown.
Very Sore at injection site Sore muscles and joints, body aches, fatigue Very Sleepy within 2 hours needed nap Slight fever Mild Headache Restless sleep Ongoing since yesterday.
Following vaccination patient reported feeling dizzy, lightheaded ,visual changes.  Paramedic and writer evaluated patient.  Patient is alert and oriented.  Able to verbally respond to questions.  VS = 138/68,  73, 17, 98% RA.  Patient states he has a history of anxiety and low BP untreated.  Patient states he believes this is an anxiety related event.  Declined further medical evaluation offered by writer.  Patient waited in monitoring area another 15 minutes with Paramedics on standby.    Left vaccination site with friend.
Sore Knees Hurt to bend knees hurt to stand up stomach pain  throwing up
I started taking Vicam and Vitamin C and Zinc lozenge.  My symptoms were  fatigue and scratchy throat.  It felt like my ears itched.  The sore throat progressively got worse.  I opted not to go on anti-viral because it had been so long since blood tests.  Tuesday I developed a dry cough.  I was beginning to feel better.  But Thursday I was wiped out.  I had run fever, low grade, on Monday but it only lasted about a day.  At night I could not sleep because I felt wired.  I was coughing a lot.  I tested positive again Saturday.  Sunday, 7/31, I felt like myself.  I didn't have any symptoms.  Today I still tested positive.  I wasn't very hungry.  And then I felt nauseated.  And then I felt like I may have diarrhea.  I am only taking ibuprofen.  I began having chills and I was shaking so badly and nauseous again.  I did have diarrhea.  I was able to rest.  I got up later and was still very cold.  I took some ibuprofen and feel better now.  I do not have energy.
Two days after the vaccinations, I couldn't hear normally from my right ear. I did not use any treatment. After a week, I visited my Physician Assistant who diagnosed my hearing status as being fluid from allergies. At her advice, I started decongestants, allergy medicine, and cortisone nasal spray. With no relief for my ears and no other allergy symptoms, I was advised to visit an ENT. No ENT was available soon, so I contacted my Audiologist who has baseline information of my hearing from 2020. Today (11/2/22), my Audiologist did a complete screening and determined I do not have fluid in my ears, but have significant and sudden loss of high frequency hearing in my right ear. (Continued>)
c/o parathesia in deltoid area & shoulder/back area;feels like pains & needles