I'm more at risk of getting blood clots so WTF do I do re: AZ?

[StitchInLime]

Hi everyone. So during some fertility tests I discovered I have thrombophilia (specifically something called PAI-1 gene polymorphism). This makes me more susceptible to getting blood clots. It meant I had to have regular clexane injections to ensure I had a healthy pregnancy.

Naturally, all this talk of blood clots has me scrutinising the pros and cons of having the AZ jab if offered (am in my 40s so be offered it soonish, I guess?). I spoke to my GP who said the guidance is pretty basic beyond the 'people under 30s' and I can't 'opt' to have another jab (like the Pfizer one) as as far as he can see from the little info he has, I am not in a risk group. He admitted there was no mention of those with thrombophilia.

Is anyone else in a similar situation and / or can offer any guidance / thoughts? I mean, WWYD in my situation? I don't have any health issues btw (as far as I know).

I have a clotting risk (pregnancy fragmin and for flights). My GP rang me and put me into a surprise group 6. The difference is actually having had a clot I think.

I don't think you can just turn up and say you can only have x jab. It doesn't work like that.

I also have Factor V Leiden and have ha da previous TIA.

Yerp. I had Pfizer. My dad has clots and had Pfizer, mum has Factor V Leiden but no actual clot history, she had AZ. They are old tho!!

@rulewithawoodenfoot did you just tell them you had factor V or did you have to bring a letter like your blood test results as proof? Or do call your doctor to make sure you're in the right list?

My dad has factor V but took AZ as he is far more likely to die of covid than a clot whereas my risk Is incredibly low..