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Could i fly with heterozygous factor v leiden and existing clot?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Sunil Mehra answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Yes, you can: Yes if you are on adequate anticoagulant therapy.

Answered 9/22/2018

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Are you on anti-: Coagulant treatment? I trust that you are being treated with a long term anti-coagulant. It would be prudent to discuss the matter with your doctor, as depending on the anti-coagulant you may need regular monitoring. A short flight is not expected to add to the risk.

Answered 4/14/2017

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