I'm having breasst augmentation and I have to take an 1 hour and 30 min flight back home 3 days after the surgery. Is this too soon to fly baack home?
Answer: Flying after surgery Always best to check with your surgeon's protocol. I have had a patient fly from Philadelphia to Utah the day after augmentation and lift surgery with no problems. I don't recommend this and it is possible. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: Flying after surgery Always best to check with your surgeon's protocol. I have had a patient fly from Philadelphia to Utah the day after augmentation and lift surgery with no problems. I don't recommend this and it is possible. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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Answer: Breast Augmentation Hi & thanks for your question! Check with you surgeon when you need to be seen for your post operative appointments. After you are cleared and given instructions you should be good to fly home. Best wishes!
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Answer: Breast Augmentation Hi & thanks for your question! Check with you surgeon when you need to be seen for your post operative appointments. After you are cleared and given instructions you should be good to fly home. Best wishes!
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September 15, 2022
Answer: Post Op Questions Thank you for your question about post op from a breast augmentation. For specific questions like this and about your recovery in general, it is best to speak directly with your doctor or doctor’s representative – such as his or her nurse, or the physician on call for the practice. You will likely get many differing opinions from members of the RealSelf Community, but they have not personally seen or examined you. Nobody should know you or your unique set of circumstances better than your doctor. Hope this helps!
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September 15, 2022
Answer: Post Op Questions Thank you for your question about post op from a breast augmentation. For specific questions like this and about your recovery in general, it is best to speak directly with your doctor or doctor’s representative – such as his or her nurse, or the physician on call for the practice. You will likely get many differing opinions from members of the RealSelf Community, but they have not personally seen or examined you. Nobody should know you or your unique set of circumstances better than your doctor. Hope this helps!
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August 27, 2022
Answer: Flying Hello There is no set agreed upon timeframe. I suggest waiting 72 hours but that is more for sutures and lifting than because of the airplane itself. My bigger concern for you is not the 1.5 hours on the flight but developing a post-operative complication while being too far to come for a quick follow up. I hope you have lined up adequate follow-up care wherever it is you are leaving to. Christopher J Hussussian, MD
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August 27, 2022
Answer: Flying Hello There is no set agreed upon timeframe. I suggest waiting 72 hours but that is more for sutures and lifting than because of the airplane itself. My bigger concern for you is not the 1.5 hours on the flight but developing a post-operative complication while being too far to come for a quick follow up. I hope you have lined up adequate follow-up care wherever it is you are leaving to. Christopher J Hussussian, MD
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August 16, 2022
Answer: Flying Post-Operatively Thank you for your question. I would recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. Each surgeon has different preferences when it comes to the post-surgical period including travel restrictions and when they would like to see you in office. In my practice, one week post-operatively would be an appropriate time frame to fly. Also, keep in mind that you will not be able to carry heavy weights for the first weeks, including suitcases.
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August 16, 2022
Answer: Flying Post-Operatively Thank you for your question. I would recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. Each surgeon has different preferences when it comes to the post-surgical period including travel restrictions and when they would like to see you in office. In my practice, one week post-operatively would be an appropriate time frame to fly. Also, keep in mind that you will not be able to carry heavy weights for the first weeks, including suitcases.
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August 4, 2022
Answer: Fly Yes, the recommended wait time to fly after general anesthesia is 30 days to minimize the risk of blood clots. However, you should wait at least one week.
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August 4, 2022
Answer: Fly Yes, the recommended wait time to fly after general anesthesia is 30 days to minimize the risk of blood clots. However, you should wait at least one week.
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