Received Jul 24, 2026
| Type | Name | Manufacturer | Dose | Lot | Route / Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COVID19 | COVID19 (COVID19 (PFIZER-BIONTECH)) | PFIZER\BIONTECH | 1 | EL9253 | IM / RA |
On 5/16/2021, I received my first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. I initially experienced soreness in my right arm at the injection site. Within days of the first vaccine (by approximately 5/19/2021), I developed sudden and severe pain in both hands, arms, and elbows. I also developed severe diarrhea despite having approximately 43 years of normal gastrointestinal health prior to this. I sought medical evaluation with Dr., where laboratory testing was performed. On 6/6/2021, I received my second Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. On 6/17/2021, I was evaluated by Clinic and diagnosed with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and bilateral cubital tunnel syndrome based on clinical examination. Since onset, I have continued to experience fluctuating but persistent symptoms involving both hands, wrists, arms, elbows, and forearms, including pain, tingling/pins-and-needles sensations, and difficulty with repetitive use. Symptoms have continued despite multiple conservative treatments. I have undergone multiple neurological evaluations and EMG/NCS studies. A 6/9/2023 EMG/NCS evaluating my bilateral hands, elbows, and lower extremity sensory complaints showed normal nerve conduction studies and no active denervation changes. On 4/9/2025, Dr. at Neurology evaluated my ongoing post-vaccination sensory symptoms and noted features suggestive of neuropathic pain, potentially related to nerve entrapment, radiculopathy, or other causes. A repeat EMG/NCS was ordered. The 7/7/2026 left upper extremity EMG/NCS showed very subtle but statistically significant median nerve slowing across the wrist consistent with very mild left carpal tunnel syndrome, with otherwise normal findings. Despite largely normal EMG findings, my symptoms have continued, including persistent burning, tingling, pain, and sensory disturbances affecting my hands, wrists, arms, and upper extremities. My gastrointestinal symptoms persisted after onset and eventually led to further evaluation. A HIDA scan on 12/8/2023 resulted in a diagnosis of biliary dyskinesia, and I underwent gallbladder removal on 12/21/2023. Despite surgery, diarrhea and loose stools have continued. In the months following my vaccination, I developed additional symptoms involving multiple body systems, including intermittent heart/chest pains, lung/chest discomfort, episodes of severe vertigo, dizziness, kidney/flank pain sensations, pelvic floor symptoms, right ankle pain, and random widespread pains throughout my body. These symptoms occurred in addition to my ongoing neurological symptoms and have continued to affect my daily functioning and ability to perform my normal activities. My right ankle MRI showed peroneus longus tendinopathy with possible partial-thickness tearing. I developed pelvic floor dysfunction, which required pelvic floor therapy beginning in 2023. At that time, I had not yet received a formal prolapse diagnosis. My symptoms continued to progress, and in 2026 I was formally diagnosed with Stage 1 uterine prolapse. I have undergone multiple treatments, including physical therapy, pelvic floor therapy, occupational therapy, PRP injections, shockwave therapy, steroid injections, medications, bracing, and other conservative treatments. Despite these interventions, I continue to have symptoms affecting daily activities and my ability to perform my work duties, which require extensive repetitive computer use, typing, clicking, and use of multiple monitors. Occupational therapy in 2026 documented worsening right arm, forearm, and elbow pain, persistent pins-and-needles sensations, pain with gripping and squeezing, wrist aching, and significant pain with resting or touching specific areas of the elbow and forearm. I continue to have functional limitations with use of my arms without pain. Despite multiple treatments and accommodations, symptoms have persisted and continue to affect my ability to perform daily activities and work duties. My physician has placed restrictions including no more than 5 minutes of continuous typing, mouse use, or computer work without a break; avoiding repetitive wrist/forearm movements, forceful gripping, pushing, and pulling; limiting lifting to no more than 2 pounds; and allowing additional rest breaks as needed to manage symptoms. These restrictions significantly limit my ability to perform the essential functions of my job, which requires continuous computer use, typing, clicking, and repetitive hand/arm movements throughout the workday.
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N/A, multi-vitamin at times
Flagyl
In 5/2021, after the first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, lab testing by Dr. showed low ferritin, low vitamin D, and low vitamin B-12. The second Pfizer vaccine was given on 6/6/2021. On 6/17/2021, Clinic evaluated me and diagnosed bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome and bilateral cubital tunnel syndrome based on clinical examination. No EMG was performed at this visit. On 6/9/2023, EMG/NCS testing by Dr. at clinic evaluated bilateral hands, elbows, and posterior legs due to sensory symptoms. Results showed normal nerve conduction studies and no active denervation changes on needle EMG. On 12/8/2023, a HIDA scan at SSM due to persistent gastrointestinal symptoms resulted in a diagnosis of biliary dyskinesia. I underwent cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) on 12/21/2023. On 4/9/2025, Dr. at Neurology evaluated ongoing burning, tingling, and pain symptoms. The assessment noted possible neuropathic pain related to nerve entrapment, radiculopathy, or other causes. Examination showed mild sensory differences in fingertip sensation, and EMG/NCS was ordered. On 11/26/2025, right ankle MRI showed moderate peroneus longus tendinopathy with possible partial-thickness tearing and mild nonspecific edema in the distal tibial diaphysis. On 3/3/2026, right elbow MRI showed common extensor tendon tendinopathy without discrete tear, consistent with possible lateral epicondylitis. On 3/24/2026, I was evaluated by PA, at Urogynecology and diagnosed with Stage 1 uterine prolapse. Pelvic floor therapy was recommended. Pelvic floor dysfunction had started requiring therapy in 2023. On 5/29/2026, I began occupational therapy with Alaine Thigpen at clinic. Diagnoses included right arm pain (M79.601), right forearm pain (M79.631), left forearm pain (M79.632), musculoskeletal symptoms (R29.898), and tendon disorder (M67.90). Therapy documented worsening right arm, forearm, and elbow pain; pins-and-needles sensations; pain with gripping/squeezing; wrist aching; and difficulty using my arms without pain. On 7/7/2026, repeat left arm EMG/NCS showed very mild left carpal tunnel syndrome with subtle slowing of the median nerve across the wrist. The remainder of the study was normal. Treatment history includes bilateral elbow PRP injections on 4/1/2026 by Dr. at clinic; shockwave therapy on 5/7/2026, 5/8/2026, 5/11/2026, 5/14/2026, 5/18/2026, and 5/27/2026; and bilateral elbow steroid injections on 6/25/2026 at clinic.