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Is It Safe To Fly Post Partial Hysterectomy?

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Posted on Fri, 21 Nov 2014
Question: Can I fly 10 days after a partial hysterectomy that was performed laparoscopically, if I wear compression tights and do not do any heavy lifting?
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Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
yes can travel safely

Detailed Answer:
Hello, there is no problem in taking a flight after hysterectomy.
But take care if following points -
- keep flexing and extending your legs in between during flight
- drink lots of water
- wear compression stockings
- in case you feek any tightness in chest or air hunger then inform the crew as soon as possible.
All the best.
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Is It Safe To Fly Post Partial Hysterectomy?

Brief Answer: yes can travel safely Detailed Answer: Hello, there is no problem in taking a flight after hysterectomy. But take care if following points - - keep flexing and extending your legs in between during flight - drink lots of water - wear compression stockings - in case you feek any tightness in chest or air hunger then inform the crew as soon as possible. All the best.