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Is Flight Journey Advisable For An Anemia Patient?

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Posted on Wed, 14 Sep 2016
Question: Is it safe to fly on an airplane if I have anemia?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
yes, it's safe..

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX, welcome to HCM,

I've gone through your query and understand your concern,

Anemia is not a contraindication for taking flight, but you really should get the complete investigation reports (Hemogram, reticulocyte count, iron profile etc.) for your reference as well as for any doctor's reference before boarding, so that afterwards whenever needed to have a clinical check-up on your progress, there should be a baseline proper medical record which can guide the doctor's accordingly..

Yes, continue the tron pills as instructed by your doctor..while on iron replacement therapy, ensure to remain well hydrated by drinking a lot of water also(~ 2.5 ltr per day)..

Don't worry, let me know if there's any further queries, I'll be glad to guide you..

Take Care
Kind Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Is Flight Journey Advisable For An Anemia Patient?

Brief Answer: yes, it's safe.. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, welcome to HCM, I've gone through your query and understand your concern, Anemia is not a contraindication for taking flight, but you really should get the complete investigation reports (Hemogram, reticulocyte count, iron profile etc.) for your reference as well as for any doctor's reference before boarding, so that afterwards whenever needed to have a clinical check-up on your progress, there should be a baseline proper medical record which can guide the doctor's accordingly.. Yes, continue the tron pills as instructed by your doctor..while on iron replacement therapy, ensure to remain well hydrated by drinking a lot of water also(~ 2.5 ltr per day).. Don't worry, let me know if there's any further queries, I'll be glad to guide you.. Take Care Kind Regards