Will the pressure on a flight affect my breast expanders?

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I am going on a 2 hour flight and am concerned about the air pressure in the cabin of planes. Will the pressure affect breast expanders as I am currently having discomfort in the first place.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. The pressure wont cause you any damage but in my practice I recommend to my patients to stay in the country at least 2 weeks after surgery to avoid unnecessary risks.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Luis Tactuk Simó, MD · Answer

Hello, there is absolutely no risk to you or your breast expanders  when flying on an airplane with pressurised cabin (every commercial flight), so go ahead and travel at ease. Best wishes.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.Since you are currently experiencing some discomfort as you are being expanded, best to speak to your Surgeon so he/she can clear you to fly.

The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

best of luck!

Dr Schwartz

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your excellent question.  Though airplane cabin's are pressurized, you may feel a bit more swelling in your breasts during travel.  If you are currently being expanded, and not had any healing issues, it should be safe for you to travel.  Speak to your surgeon about any restrictions based on your recovery course.

Mark A. Brzezienski, MS, MD, FACS · Answer

Commercial airplane cabins are pressurized. There should be no effect on your TE's.  The slight pressure change you may feel manifests as the "ear pop" when the plane takes off and lands.  It makes children restless...but does nothing to your TE's

John J. Obi, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  There should be no problem with flying while you have tissue expanders in place.  The cabins are pressurized and there is no concern.Have a safe trip.John J Obi, MD

William McClure, MD · Answer

Thank you for writing. As the other doctors have noted, there is absolutely no problems flying in a pressurized airplane cabin.

Rodney E. Schmelzer, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. No, airplanes are pressurized cabins and therefore you do not have to worry about any changes of pressure that would affect your breasts.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Yes best to see your PS too discuss the discomfort at present and altitude effects..................

Michael J. Brown, MD · Answer

Hi,Thanks for posting your question. I am happy to try and help you. It is important to remember that a board certified plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, and concerns. Having said that, no you will be fine.  I have patients that are sky divers. Safe travels.I hope you found this helpful. Have a great day.

Will the pressure on a flight affect my breast expanders?

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