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Suffering From Phelebitus

I am flying to abudhabi in two weeks and I have been told by my doctor I have phelebitus, he said it was o.k. to fly as long as I keep getting up for a walk and wear the stockings. I also have a small lump within the swelling on one leg. Do you think this will be o.k. to fly or am I putting my life in danger.
Mon, 26 May 2014
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Dear Friend.
Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.
Using the word Phlebitis is not clear indicator if actually what problem you have?

Are you having any swelling or Deep Vein Thrombosis?

If yes, and you fly you are at risk of developing "Travellor's Thrombosis"

I would suggest you to get Doppler study of your both lower limbs before you travel.

And you should wear compression stocking and maintain hydration in flight.

This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me and answer these questions preferably in point wise manner.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD
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Suffering From Phelebitus

Dear Friend. Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern. Using the word Phlebitis is not clear indicator if actually what problem you have? Are you having any swelling or Deep Vein Thrombosis? If yes, and you fly you are at risk of developing Travellor s Thrombosis I would suggest you to get Doppler study of your both lower limbs before you travel. And you should wear compression stocking and maintain hydration in flight. This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me and answer these questions preferably in point wise manner. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD