flying

[Elup]

Is it safe to fly a week after an operation? I read somewhere that it increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis.

 

[Mandz66]

I suppose it is as the people who go abroad for surgery fly back within the week after. You will have to ask your team & also tell your insurance company that you have had surgery a week ago

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[Paula Garner]

I'd ring your GP and check. You may need a fit to fly letter from them for your insurance company.

 

[Elup]

Thanks for your replies will have to look into it further.

 

[jenny17]

I was told by Sunderland Royal that it was six weeks for long haul flights, but prob a lot less for short haul. Hope that helps x

 

[mazd20010]

Salford Royal say approx 4 weeks for shorter flights

 

[Gaz]

I had my op on October 11th and flew back to UK on October 14th. Had to wear flight socks but otherwise nothing different from a normal flight and no problems

 

[Naddy]

I had my op in brno and they give me an injection everyday while i was there and sent me home with 5 days worth that prevent DVT. I had no problems. So I think clinic's are aware of this and treat people flying home.

 

[Elup]

Thanks for your responses. You have put my mind at ease.