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A fluid has been accumulated in one of the lungs. So,we are traveling to CMC Vellore. The duration of the flight is approx.2hr 15min.Is it safe for the patient to travel via flight as she is having cough and little bit problem in breathing.
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Depends on the amount of fluid. May require to remove some fluid before air travel if the quantity of fluid is more and patient is having breathlessness
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Consult a pulmonologist online or in person
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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Dr. Fatima Mamnoon
Tuberculous and chest Diseases Specialist
10 yrs exp
New Delhi
Better take a pulmonologist opinion before taking a flight.
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Dr. Vijay Singh Jadaun
Pulmonologist
38 yrs exp
Jaipur
Travelling is not advisable.
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Manage fluid aspiration and when comfortable then travel.
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Not safe.if necessary, pl remoove the fluid.investigate,and treat.if she is havingcouugh,the other passengers are also at risk.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken .
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Dr. Rahul Reddy
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Safe regarding fluid
Oxygen level should be above 90
Better to treat locally
Send me x ray if possible on online
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