Is Pfizer less of a clot risk than AZ?

[AnswerPlease1]

I’m looking for some answers but too scared to go down the rabbit hole

Also
what are the chances of surviving a brain clot?
Finally does AZ cause low platelets or you already have low platelets therefore there is a risk of blood clots?

Thank you in advance

@kcha302927 thank you - is this related to the heart enlargement issues which came out from Israel? My understanding was that the risk is higher in young males- i might be wrong

@AnswerPlease1 I got pfizer first shot yesterday. So far just a sore arm so hopefully that will be all. At 40 I suppose pfizer is a safer option but don't try to weigh it up too much, I did and nearly drove me insane! In the end I just booked and got it done. Both have a chance of side effects but then you're taking your chances with covid too. I think the heart issues were mainly young males but now they are aware of that they know how to treat it much better.

I'm just over 40 and got Pfizer. Wasn't sure what I would get as I have a medical reason not to take AZ and GP was worried about Pfizer due to allergies. After much discussion with both my GP and the lovely people at the vaccination centre, it was decided Pfizer was safe but that I had to have a nurse with me and wait longer after having it than usual.

It was a complete non event. Nothing happened! I was pretty washed out after the first one and took a couple of days off work but the 2nd one was a sore arm, mild tiredness and that was it.

I was utterly terrified of the vaccine, contemplated not getting it because of my hideous anxiety and had a panic attack after the first one when I was walking back to my car at the realisation at what I had done. Luckily my DH had expected this and was in the car with a starbucks coffee and a cake!!

@EddieVeddersfoxymop I suffer from panic attacks as well- I’m already preparing my husband for massive crying, potential visit to A&E etc

@EddieVeddersfoxymop could I know how long you had to wait? I’m planning on waiting for longer even if they ask me to leave

Am I correct in assuming severe anaphylaxis happens in 15-20 mins?

@AnswerPlease1 yes, I had expected panic as I'd worked myself up into an absolute state about which vaccine, and whether to go ahead at all. I should say that I have been diagnosed with severe anxiety so none of this was unexpected. I rather deliberately made my appt for a work day though, so I couldn't wallow for too long as I was expected in. My boss took one look at me when I arrived and ordered me to sit for a while and gave me coffee and biscuits.

Usually, you wait 15 mins. I had a nurse accompany me at both my first and second appts to ensure no anaphylaxis. I was asked to wait 30 mins but there was no pressure to leave......I could have waited longer if I needed to in order to feel safe.

I'm glad I had it done, hindsight is a wonderful thing and of course the anxious brain doesn't help. I can safely say that Pfizer was fine, I feel no different now I've had it. No real adverse reactions, just so tired after the first one that I'd have been a danger at work. 2nd was a breeze in comparison.

Good luck - you'll be fine. Once the immunity kicks in, you're as protected as you can be and can move on.

Oh, and the nurse said that if I was going to react badly, they'd know pretty fast. 30 mins was just a precaution.

@EddieVeddersfoxymop yes I’ve worked myself into a state as well..I suffer from panic and anxiety attacks.

So the worst of the anaphylaxis happens in 15 - 30 mins is it?

@EddieVeddersfoxymop sorry cross post.

Are you getting help for your anxiety op? That should be your priority. Preparing your H for going to A&E is not a usual reaction. I'm afraid this whole thread is just going to feed your anxiety.

Why do you think you'd be at risk of anaphylaxis?
Do you have other allergies?
Will anything anyone says here make any difference to how you feel?

@NeilBuchananisBanksy I’ve spoken to the go today morning- suggested talking therapy coupled with medication.
Also told me to park the vaccination for now- but I feel I’m between a rock abs a hard place

Yes I have prepped him for A&E - initially for blood clots from AZ - but I think I might get Pfizer as most are offering that so with this one I don’t know- heart issues/anaphylaxis?

[quote AnswerPlease1]@NeilBuchananisBanksy I’ve spoken to the go today morning- suggested talking therapy coupled with medication.
Also told me to park the vaccination for now- but I feel I’m between a rock abs a hard place

Yes I have prepped him for A&E - initially for blood clots from AZ - but I think I might get Pfizer as most are offering that so with this one I don’t know- heart issues/anaphylaxis?[/quote]
You need to engage with the mental health support for now. Prepping for A&E is really quite some reaction. Why do you think you'll get it when 1000s have had the jab with no effects?

@NeilBuchananisBanksy that’s my anxiety speaking I suppose…

Is your husband supportive?

I’m waiting for a call back from IAPT services

[quote AnswerPlease1]@NeilBuchananisBanksy that’s my anxiety speaking I suppose…[/quote]
So trust your Dr. Park the vaccine for now and focus on getting help.

This thread is going to be feeding the anxiety and thought processes, not helping.

@PurpleDaisies - he doesn’t fully understand anxiety- it’s difficult for a lot of people but he does realise that my anxiety makes me irrational

He did say we can drive to the a&e if need be

@AnswerPlease1

Any 40 year olds who have had Pfizer?

I'm 45 and have had two doses of Pfizer. My main side effect was a slightly sore arm.

@NeilBuchananisBanksy I was going to park the vaccine but the case numbers got me worried- with school opening soon (I have a grade 3 primary schooler at home) I fear that I’m running out of time

I have no other exposure - wfh and no outings to crowded places- I still wear a mask

It sounds like you need to talk to your doctor again. It’s a valid choice for you to want to be vaccinated but they’re in a much better position to meaningfully support you than posters here.

I’m 44 I’ve had both shots of Pfizer- only side affect was a sore arm. I requested Pfizer as i have a very small brain aneurism and I thought it was the safer option.

www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.euronews.com/next/amp/2021/07/29/astrazeneca-covid-19-vaccine-blood-clot-risk-similar-to-pfizer-spanish-study-finds?client=safari

Latest research. Similar risk of clotting but much less than catching Covid. You should direct your anxiety towards the fact you are still unvaccinated and more vulnerable to complications due to Covid. Much higher risk than either vaccine.

www.wsws.org/en/articles/2021/08/10/clot-a10.html

And a great recent article with all the facts and basically concluding that there has been political distortion. Scary.