How soon after surgery can you fly in a plane? My daughters are going to stay at their grandparents house 3 states away while I have the surgery. Do you think I could fly to pick them up after only 3 weeks post surgery?

At three weeks you could probably flap your arms to fly there. You'll be fine, go ahead and fly the friendly skies.

Thank you so much for responding and calming me down!

Because I had to attend a funeral I flew 1 week after my surgery. Just be careful lifting too much or pack in a few smaller suitcases to keep within lifting limits. You will fine. I checked with my doctor before I left and he was fine with my travel too .

I flew home 3 days after surgery.

As long as you are on track, that should not be a problem. It is amazing to me how I went from pain initially (not trying to scare anyone, just being honest) to waking up okay within a week.

Even now, remembering those first few days mess with me, but it really gets better fast! The intense awareness of my anatomy b/c it hurt with any movement was an experience! Apparently, not everyone even goes through this.

I emphasize on track only b/c I have no idea about complications, but by the time you get your family, you would know if you have issues.

How soon after surgery can you fly in a plane? My daughters are going to stay at their grandparents house 3 states away while I have the surgery. Do you think I could fly to pick them up after only 3 weeks post surgery?

I am flying to and from my surgery. I will fly about 4 days post-surgery. BUT, they make us wear compression hose. You may want to look into that.

You can do it!

Thanks everyone for the advice!

My surgeon said I could forget it for a month and my pcp said she would not approve it for 6-8 weeks.

They're concerned of pulmonary embolisms

Hmm