Joined: 12/15/2011 Posts: 17888
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J&J vaccine is being investigated regarding blood clot complications in a small number of recipients. There is a condition called antiphospholipid syndrome aka Hughes Syndrome, that causes mini clots and spontaneous miscarriages. It is very rare. I have this condition. My hypothesis is that some women with this pre-existing syndrome could be susceptible to complications. I hope that someone who has contacts with J&J vaccine authorities could pass along my hypothesis.
Iris L.
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Joined: 11/22/2019 Posts: 397
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Certainly seems like a credible path for an expert to explore.
I have no contacts who have contacts in that field, else I would forward it on your behalf.
Spouse and FIL were scheduled to receive the J&J vaccine tomorrow evening, but it is on hold.
It is the only vaccine available in my rural area.
I will be driving back to a county hub two hours away in 10 days for my second Pfizer dose.
FIL would not be able to make that trip, unfortunately.
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Joined: 12/15/2011 Posts: 17888
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Apparently the authorities have already deduced that the clotting complications are an immune-modulated clotting disorder seen in young women. Most likely males have nothing to be concerned about. But in all cases, consultation with one's PCP is important if a person has a pre-existing clotting disorder.
Iris
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