Question 1

how long after after heart bypass surgery can you fly?

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2-6 weeks: If you're recovering well, 2 weeks would be early but possible. 6 weeks would be entirely reasonable.

Question 2

cholecystomy friday for gallbladder sludge that's inflamed. will i stay longer than 24 hours after surgery? what determines my release from hospi

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Most go home: Most cholecystectomy are laparoscopic and go home the same day or at least the next day with a quick one week recovery.

Question 3

told that 11 year daughter needs lat. release arthiscopy.  how soon after surgery and pt can she fly - we live abroad and 2 long haul flights from usa?

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2-3 weeks: She should be able to manage a long flight a couple of weeks after the surgery. I would try to make arrangements with the airline for bulkhead seats to give her a little extra leg room. Also, make sure your pt person shows her motions to do with the affected leg in-flight to reduce stiffness and reduce chances of blood clots.

Question 4

can you fly after surgery for a spontaneous pneumothorax?

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Yes, after some time: The surgeon and pulmonologist (lung specialist) can advise a person on how long to wait after pneumothorax surgery before flying in an airplane up high, especially if the person is a pilot. There will be a recommended time period after the surgery, when the lungs are healing and probably attaching themselves to the inside chest wall (to make it hard for the lung to collapse down next time).

Question 5

how soon can one fly after surgery for ingual hernia repair ?

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If laparoscopic: 24-48 hrs after surgery.

Question 6

granddaughter is 17. just had tonsils & advose removed on nov 18.  wants to fly florida on 25th.  is that too soon as it's only 7 days after surgery?

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? : Shouldn't be a problem if no active bleeding, but in rare instances bleeding from the scar/scab may happen for as long as 2 weeks post surgery, you may want to double check with the surgeon who operated, wish you both wellness

Question 7

i was found to be anemic due to the large fibroids .my hair -head, has stopped growing.what could be the cause?after surgery, will it grow back longer?

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Maybe but it depends: Your hair can stop growing due to major stress. Typically we think of child birth and hospitalizations but extreme anemia can do this too. Assuming your thyroid is normal and your blood count recovers after your operation, then we would expect your hair to return to normal. But expect several months to go by before you see a full head of hair again.

Question 8

hello! my husband is having robotic laparoscopic surgery on a small hernia in his upper abdomen. can he fly 10 days after surgery? if not, why? thanks

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: As reported, your hubby had uneventful minimally invasive abdominal hernia repair - not specified; congratulation! Clinically and generally speaking, he should have no reason for avoiding flight 10 days after such procedure. But, for sake of safety, asking the surgeon, who knew the best detail and nature of the procedure, is the most reasonable thing to do. Best wishes to his health...

Question 9

apendicitis: how long after surgery can you go back to work?

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Depends on: Extent of surgery and type of work.  I would estimate 1-2 weeks as a general rule, but ask your surgeon for specific recommendation.

Question 10

how long after surgery can metal rods be removed from your leg?

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When fx heals: Hard ware stays till the fracture completely heals, shows good callous tissue forms, may take 8 to 10 wks some timeseven more.

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How long after after heart bypass surgery can you fly?

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Cholecystomy friday for gallbladder sludge that's inflamed. will i stay longer than 24 hours after surgery? what determines my release from hospi

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Told that 11 year daughter needs lat. release arthiscopy. how soon after surgery and pt can she fly - we live abroad and 2 long haul flights from usa?

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Can you fly after surgery for a spontaneous pneumothorax?

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How soon can one fly after surgery for ingual hernia repair ?

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Granddaughter is 17. just had tonsils & advose removed on nov 18. wants to fly florida on 25th. is that too soon as it's only 7 days after surgery?

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I was found to be anemic due to the large fibroids .my hair -head, has stopped growing.what could be the cause?after surgery, will it grow back longer?

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Hello! my husband is having robotic laparoscopic surgery on a small hernia in his upper abdomen. can he fly 10 days after surgery? if not, why? thanks

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Apendicitis: how long after surgery can you go back to work?

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How long after surgery can metal rods be removed from your leg?

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