Can you fly if you have a blocked carotid artery?

It is recommended for travelers with blocked arteries to remain on the lookout for shortness of breath or other symptoms that would show that the situation is becoming risky. This is why a medical escort is ideal if you have a blocked artery and you need to fly.



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recent operation or injury where trapped air or gas may be present in the body (e.g. stomach ,bowel, eyes, face, brain) severe long term diseases that affect your breathing. breathlessness at rest. unresolved pneumothorax (punctured lung)

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Air travel increases the risk of developing blood clots in the veins of the legs, which can then enter the bloodstream and block an artery in the lungs, a condition called pulmonary embolism. In some cases, the opening can allow the blood clot to enter the arteries of the brain, causing a stroke.

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It's not generally recommended to take a long-haul flight soon after having a stent fitted but if you are generally well, and have chatted through your circumstances with your doctor, you may be fit to fly: Two days after a planned, uncomplicated angioplasty. Three to ten days after an uncomplicated heart attack.

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According to the American Heart Association, patients can fly with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) as long as their symptoms are managed. However, this may not be the case for everyone, so always check with your doctor. While air travel is relatively safe for PAD patients, it doesn't come without risk.

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