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Can i fly with a brain tumor? my flight is 2 hours 30 minutes no stops.

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Discuss with your MD: If the brain tumor is not being treated, and if the size is large- i don't advise you to fly . However, please discuss with your oncologist or your other md in detail.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/23/2014

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A member asked:

Can i fly with a brain tumor? my flight is 2 hours 30 minutes no stops.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Dr Minich agreed

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