What is Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a common medical condition where the tissue lining the uterus (the endometrium, from endo, "inside", and metra, "womb") is found outside of the uterus, typically a...

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Flying after Laparoscopy
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Hi,
I've suddenly been given a surgery date much earlier than expected. So, if I do have the surgery on the 22nd of July(that is if the anaesthetist doesn't run a mile when they go through my history), I was wondering when it would be safe to fly?
I have a wedding I would like to go to on the 22nd of August so hope to fly there just shy of a month after the lap date. The flight is not long, but what are the risks? When is it safe to fly?
Posted on 07/03/09, 08:07 am
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Reply #1 - 07/03/09  6:46pm
" Hey girl! I flew one day after having a lap. It was only a 45 minute flight . I don't feel like it really had an effect on my body right after having surgery. Be careful not to schlep around heavy luggage. Have a safe trip and good luck with your lap.
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Reply #2 - 07/03/09  8:27pm
" I went back to work after 4 weeks and as long as I wasn't lifting anything, I was perfectly fine. I am sure it is ok, but your doctor can advise you before the surgery. "

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