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What is Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) caused by Covaxin?

AstraZeneca has acknowledged that its Covid-19 vaccine, Covishield, may lead to Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS), following legal action over alleged severe harm and deaths linked to the vaccine.

By Ground Report Desk 30 Apr 2024 | Updated On 30 Apr 2024 11:22 IST

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Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia — Jamie Scott sued AstraZeneca after TTS brain injury from April 2021 vaccine administration. Photo credit: PixaHive

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AstraZeneca acknowledges its Covid-19 vaccine can cause Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) after a lawsuit alleging severe harm and deaths. Covishield, developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University and produced by the Serum Institute of India, can rarely lead to this condition.

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What is Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS)?

Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) is a rare condition where blood clots form in unusual places in the body and platelet count decreases. It's observed in individuals who received adenoviral vector COVID-19 vaccines like Vaxzevria, Covishield (AstraZeneca), and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine. TTS is believed to occur due to the immune system's response to the vaccine, causing antibodies to attack a blood clotting protein.

The CDC categorizes TTS into two tiers based on severity: Tier 1 involves rare blood clots in the brain or gut, along with more typical clots in the legs or lungs, often affecting younger individuals. Tier 2 includes more common blood clots in the legs or lungs.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include severe headaches, stomach pain, leg swelling, breathing difficulty, and cognitive issues or seizures. Immediate medical attention is advised for individuals experiencing these symptoms after vaccination.

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