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How Long After Craniotomy It Is Safe To Fly?

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Posted on Thu, 25 Oct 2012
Question: I had a craniotomy in order to take samples of brain tissue 6 weeks ago. I need to know if if I am able to fly asap pls?
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Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (1 hour later)
Hi,
Thank you for contacting Healthcare magic.
As six weeks have passed after the craniotomy, you are fit to fly.
Please remember to take all medicines, as prescribed, especially if any anti-epileptic drugs are there.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX consultant neurologist
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How Long After Craniotomy It Is Safe To Fly?

Hi,
Thank you for contacting Healthcare magic.
As six weeks have passed after the craniotomy, you are fit to fly.
Please remember to take all medicines, as prescribed, especially if any anti-epileptic drugs are there.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX consultant neurologist