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Is 10 Hours Journey Allowed With 5% Gas Bubble In The Eye?

i had retina detachment operation in my left eye and my operation was done on December 13,2016 but i have 5% of gas bubble in my eye.Can i travel with that amount of bubble in my eye for 10 hours flight? Is there any medication can i take so that i can travel.Thanks
Thu, 6 Dec 2018
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Hello,

Flight is not safe at this age.

Due to the pressure difference, you might worsen your condition.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Is 10 Hours Journey Allowed With 5% Gas Bubble In The Eye?

Hello, Flight is not safe at this age. Due to the pressure difference, you might worsen your condition. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician