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Is Traveling By Flight Advisable After Recovering From Pneumonia?
Question: Hi
I was discharged from hospital 8 days ago after being treated for pneumonia .
My oxygen levels are good and I can walk freely for some distance without being breathless.
I am 3 days off completing my antibiotic course.
My mother has become extemely ill so I have booked a flight (3 hours ) leaving tomorrow.
Am I OK to fly or am I still at risk?
I was discharged from hospital 8 days ago after being treated for pneumonia .
My oxygen levels are good and I can walk freely for some distance without being breathless.
I am 3 days off completing my antibiotic course.
My mother has become extemely ill so I have booked a flight (3 hours ) leaving tomorrow.
Am I OK to fly or am I still at risk?
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can definitely fly. No harm in it.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you can definitely fly.
No need to worry for this.
Pneumonia is lung infection. It is not chronic condition. And you are doing good with your treatment.
So you can definitely fly without any fear.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
Yes, you can definitely fly. No harm in it.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you can definitely fly.
No need to worry for this.
Pneumonia is lung infection. It is not chronic condition. And you are doing good with your treatment.
So you can definitely fly without any fear.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Remy Koshy
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