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Is it possible taking omega 3 capsules could slow a fracture healing because of thinning the blood?
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Not likely . . .: I just did a quick search & couldn't find any peer-reviewed published data that fish (oil) would slow fracture healing. More recent studies suggest that fish oil doesn't thin blood enough to be problematic for most (i didn't say all) surgeons or procedures. Best to chat w/your orthopedic surgeon. One review (http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pmc/articles/pmc3259713/) suggests that nsaids might slow heal.
Answered 2/3/2015
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No: There is no problem with taking omega 3 supplementation.
Answered 2/3/2015
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