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Is Air Travel Advised In Case Of Detached Retina?
Hi, I was hit with a tennis ball 3weeks ago and for the past 1 week I have been seeing flashes which indicates a detached retina, my question is..... can I fly on the plane with it and can I still play tennis till my appointment date for surgery. I am 40yrs of age and 6.5 in height 315 weight overall good health condition.
Wed, 2 Jul 2014
Hello,
Flashes of light following a blunt injury could be due to vitreous traction with or without a retinal detachment. It needs to be evaluated immediately if there is associated floaters and blurring of vision( as if you were to be looking through a veil or curtain). It is better to avoid flight journey or tennis game as giving rest to the eye is beneficial.
Dr.Aupama
Flashes of light following a blunt injury could be due to vitreous traction with or without a retinal detachment. It needs to be evaluated immediately if there is associated floaters and blurring of vision( as if you were to be looking through a veil or curtain). It is better to avoid flight journey or tennis game as giving rest to the eye is beneficial.
Dr.Aupama
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It is advisable to take complete rest. Rest will not aggravate the detachment and help it to settle down You can be in constant touch with retina surgeon
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