Is Flight Journey Advisable For A 16 Weeks Pregnant Woman?

Posted on Wed, 24 Aug 2016

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Wed, 24 Aug 2016 Answered on

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Question : I am 27 years old I am 16 weeks pregnant by if(icsi) My cervix length reduced from 37mm to 29 mm in 2 weeks .So I underwent cerclage last week I have severe cervical erosion I want to go to the US next month as my husband is in new York Is it safe to travel from XXXXXXX to new York ? The doctor says baby is healthy
I want to consult infertility specialist

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can travel

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Since cervical encirclage is done, it is safe for you to travel.I don't see any reason to panic.

You can travel to newyork by air.

Let me know if you need anymore help.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Koregol (22 hours later)

I am pre diabetic (149 was my level in GTT)I have been taking metformin Please give me some tips for the long air travel
Thanks in advance XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Don't eat sweets.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Pre-diabetes is not a concern for long air travel. Have less sweets on flight and keep walking frequently as it is long distance flight.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar