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I have recently been diagnosed with atelectarsis middle lobe collapse - am i able to fly?
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Pulmonologist: A pulmonologist is best qualified to advise you about flying in a comercial aircraft with its pressurized cabin. A cause for the collapse of that lobe will also be pursued as will the type of treatment needed.
Answered 9/30/2014
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I wouldn't : when you have a collapsed lung, the changes in air pressure in flying could cause it to get worse or collapse entirely. Unless it is absolutely necessary, I would stay on the ground.
Answered 9/30/2014
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Atelectasis: If you do not have respiratory symptoms it should be safe for you to travel
Answered 9/30/2014
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