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Is There A Concern To Travel Having Diagnosed With Hepatitis C?

Is there a concern. I am traveling to France and will be ther two weeks. I have hep c. I don t splenomegally Abe the blood isn t back ink up from liver. My platelets are T 62,000. I know I need to see a hematologist but I probably can t get in before my trip. I have been a lactovegetarian for 45 years and a vegan because I get dick from cheese for the last year and a half. Is it safe to fly?
Wed, 31 Dec 2014
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Hi welcome to HCM.
I understand your query and concern.

Its not completely safe to fly in your case as even though you are currently asymptomatic,there is a high chance of bleeding manifestations at high altitude due to very low platelet counts.The normal range of platelet count is 1.5-4 lakhs/cc of blood.Also a complete normal liver panel is mandate before you fly.A complete consultation with your hematologist along with correction of platelet count through platelet transfusion in mandate.A check on viral DNA levels is also mandate before you fly.A high level of viral load is a big contraindication to your air travel.You seem to follow good dietary pattern to protect your liver from additional insults.A clearance from your treating Hepatologist is must in your case before you set to fly.Discuss the same with your doctor.
Post your further queries,if any.
Thank you.
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Is There A Concern To Travel Having Diagnosed With Hepatitis C?

Hi welcome to HCM. I understand your query and concern. Its not completely safe to fly in your case as even though you are currently asymptomatic,there is a high chance of bleeding manifestations at high altitude due to very low platelet counts.The normal range of platelet count is 1.5-4 lakhs/cc of blood.Also a complete normal liver panel is mandate before you fly.A complete consultation with your hematologist along with correction of platelet count through platelet transfusion in mandate.A check on viral DNA levels is also mandate before you fly.A high level of viral load is a big contraindication to your air travel.You seem to follow good dietary pattern to protect your liver from additional insults.A clearance from your treating Hepatologist is must in your case before you set to fly.Discuss the same with your doctor. Post your further queries,if any. Thank you.