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I found out yesterday i have a cyst on my left ovary 4cm. but because i have back pain and they sending me for mri. i have a family holiday planned but ive been advised not to fly. is it possible with a 4cm cyst i can chance a 1hr flight? thanks?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Flight is NOT contraindicated to women with ovarian cyst(s). Have you had the MRI done yet? If MRI was done, I wonder if there is any relevant finding which can be the reason for flight risk. Good luck.

Answered 7/12/2023

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