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Blood thinner & covid 19 vaccination
I am a 71 years male diabetic since 40 years but under control with strict diet control and insulin shorts. I underwent Aortic valve replacement in 2001 after which I was put on blood thinner, Acitrom medication which I take 4mg daily. I also take BP medicine for hypertension.
My query is myself being on blood thinner do taking of covid 19 vaccine would be safe for me? In order words does the administration of covid 19 virus recommended for persons on blood thinner with medical history of cardiovascular and diabetic since long.
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You can take the vaccine.
It is safe.
Vaccine will not alter your cardiac condition.
You might get fever and bodyache after taking the vaccine.
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