Is it safe to fly 14 hours 4 weeks post-op?

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#1 Post by **palm55** » Thu Sep 15, 2016 8:43 am

All,

Has anyone flown on a long (12+ hours) flight after surgery? I would be 4 weeks post-op at the point of the flight. My surgeon said I could do it, but it may be uncomfortable. I would be traveling alone, which makes me a little nervous. My energy levels are OK, but I'm not feeling 100% myself yet. Thanks in advance for any feedback!

#2 Post by **SingleJawMelb** » Sun Sep 25, 2016 9:38 am

Ask your surgeon
Listen to your body

#3 Post by **glennstanzalone** » Sun Sep 25, 2016 8:54 pm

I flew for one hour about 7 weeks post op and puffed up again. you don't know how much swelling you will have at 4 weeks. mine stuck around forever. i wouldn't suggest it.

#4 Post by **anonimess** » Mon Oct 03, 2016 5:19 pm

I flew that distance about 7 weeks after, and I was fine, but you'll want to be sure to tell them at check in and ask if you can have a seat where people are less likely to accidentally knock your face while walking by or putting luggage up. They were very accommodating for me.

#5 Post by **SingleJawMelb** » Tue Oct 04, 2016 2:30 pm

I flew 24h 4 weeks post op a few days ago. I was fine.

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