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What are the risks of getting the covid 19 vaccine if i have lymphedema in both of my lower legs?
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No increased risk whatsoever. However, if you are overweight there a significantly increased risk of severe, life-threatening coronavirus infection should you be infected. Consider that a strong suggestion
Answered 8/24/2021
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Not higher than for a person without lymphedema. Strongly recommended.
Answered 8/24/2021
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