Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Could i fly with a partially collapsed lung?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
NO: Not a good idea. The airplane air is under prfessure ie pressureized cabin and could increase the ptx while in flight needing emergency chest tube placement.
Answered 6/14/2017
4.7k views
Thank
Could be risky: It depends on the type of "collapsed lung" that you have. But, when flying, there are definite pressure changes that can affect a collapsed lung. So, i would make sure it is ok with your doctor.
Answered 6/29/2016
4.7k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Is it possible for you to fly on plane if you have a collaped lung?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Will a partially collapsed lung re inflate itself over time?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I had lung surgery just over 4 months ago on my right side and my left side had collapsed 3 times but not for over 3 years is it safe to fly toamerica?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What is the risk of flying with a collapsed lung?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
What happens if you try to fly with a partially collapsed lung?
My 4 year old has a partially collapsed lung due to infection. I forgot to ask her consultant if she is able to fly. Could anyone advise?
Cough for about 30 days, Chest x ray revealed partially collapsed lung (about 20%). Just finished azithromycin. PA at urgent care says I can fly?
Could chest pain now be related to a fall 3 months ago that led to a partially collapsed lung?
Can partially collapsed lungs repair themselves?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
