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Ive Got Copd And Had Biolactral Plurelectomey 17yrs Ago, Can I Fly ?

Ive got copd & had surgery called a biolactral plurelectomey 17yrs a go to stop my lungs from collapsing would it be possible for me to fly to spain
Thu, 12 May 2011
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When you travel in the flight, there will be negative gravitational effect on lungs, there are possibilities of breathing problems.. you need to clinically examined and fit before the travel.. consult a physician...
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Ive Got Copd And Had Biolactral Plurelectomey 17yrs Ago, Can I Fly ?

Hi welcome to healthcare magic forum When you travel in the flight, there will be negative gravitational effect on lungs, there are possibilities of breathing problems.. you need to clinically examined and fit before the travel.. consult a physician...