flying a plane after nose job surgery
Nose job, as a less difficult surgery that tries to correct the shape and structure of the nose by manipulating the bony and cartilaginous parts of the nose, general y requires postoperative care, however it is associated with challenges such as travel and flight after nose surgery.
In fact, due to the fact that many clients are constantly on business or leisure trips, and knowing that travel can affect the risk and effectiveness of the action, one of the most common travel questions is when to travel. And permission to fly is after nose job, a question we will answer in this article.
Traveling after nose job and its important points
The first days after nose job, due to the high sensitivity and placement of nasal tissue in the early stages of repair, the need for special care is essential. In fact, after surgical repair of the structure of the nose, the nasal tissue begins to repair quickly. During this period, when the nose is repairing and trying to return to its previous state, the sensitivity of the nose is at its highest and the nose is highly prone to bruising, pain, bleeding, swelling, etc., which is the reason for traveling and flying after surgery. It causes problems with the nose. Generally, avoiding any kind of air travel after nose job is the main advice of your doctor for the following reasons:
1) Due to the fact that the operated nose is sensitive and prone to bacterial infiltration and infection for a short period of time, it is expected that the person will not experience any flight by plane or travel after surgery for at least 10 to 14 days after surgery, including Ground and air to minimize contact with air and environmental pollution. Only in certain special circumstances and provided that the destination is close, the person is allowed to fly after the nose operation, after 24 hours.
2) On the other hand, any event that affects the heart more than normal and leads to an increase in heart rate, can lead to increased swelling and inflammation of the nose. Considering that some simple activities such as bending and lifting objects are also restricted for the first few days, and knowing that flying and other even short trips may be accompanied by excitement and unpredictable events, flying After surgery, it is usually not recommended for up to 14 days after surgery.
Although traveling and flying after nose job, 10 to 14 days after nose job, is considered unobstructed, it is still better for the surgeon to announce the exact time based on the physical condition and operating conditions, depending on the type of nose ( Flesh or bone), the complexity and success rate of the operation are different for each person and the time allotted to them may be completely different.
Land travel after nose job
Although land travel is not without its drawbacks, traveling by bus and train is better than flying after surgery. In land travel, what can be dangerous are sudden shocks and sudden movements, especially if they lead to head injuries. The doctor recommends at least one week of nose job even for overland trips. In urgent cases, by accepting the risk by the person himself, travel is allowed two days after the nose operation.
Driving after nose job
Driving conditions after nose job are slightly different. The doctor's advice for driving after nose surgery is that the first 24 hours of surgery are not a good time to drive and one can not drive a car. The surgeon explains that the anesthetics used during the operation are still present in the body for hours after the operation and have side effects such as drowsiness and fatigue, so driving after nose job can improve the driver's health. To threaten.
How many days after nose surgery can I fly?
Permission to fly after nose job is more challenging than other methods of travel, whether by land or by car, and the sensitivity of the nasal tissue to pressure differences is the main justification for this. In fact, gaining altitude and experiencing atmospheric pressure differences can be physically challenging, so air travel is not recommended until complete recovery. Despite the fact that many doctors allow a person to fly after 14 days after nose job, complications such as discomfort, nausea, low pain and even mild infections in flight are not unexpected and sometimes for some People are predicted, especially in the first week, which is very critical and important. Considering that flying in general while not having nose job for a long time can have negative effects and even delay wound healing and prolong the recovery period, therefore, except in necessary cases, it is recommended to fly after surgery. Surgery is not recommended, especially for long trips.
Complications of air travel after nose job in Iran
According to the objections to air travel after nose cosmetic surgery, sometimes the situation is such that a person is forced to fly after nase job. The most important possible side effects that may cause problems for the person are the following:
1) Feeling of pain in the nose, head and ears
Feeling of discomfort and pain is one of the most common things that a person notices during travel and flight after nose surgery. As the plane rises, what we see is a sudden drop in pressure, which causes air to enter the nose and exert pressure, resulting in pain and discomfort. Another area that suffers from pain and challenge during flight after surgery is the head, pressure on the sinuses in the form of headache problems. Feeling of pain in the ear is also possible up to the first 48 hours of the operation due to the presence of a dressing in the ear.
2) Increased pressure, especially at the moment of flight and takeoff, can lead to increased swelling or even nasal congestion.
3) Mild bleeding
Although light bleeding is common up to a week after surgery, the risk of bleeding increases during travel due to a sudden car shake or a difference in air pressure in flight after nose job. Presence at altitudes constantly increases the need to breathe, the person who tries to provide the required air with successive breaths is faced with pressure in the nasal mucosa and the onset of bleeding. For long trips after nose job, it is necessary to consult a surgeon.
4) Rupture of sutures
If flight is allowed after nose job, shortly after surgery, there may be rupture of internal sutures and unusual bleeding due to the novelty of the sutures and the fact that they are prone to injury.
5) Minor infection
Contamination and the presence of germs and microbial bacteria in the air increase the risk of infection in the newly operated person, as the nasal tissue is sensitive after surgery and needs time to repair and return to normal. During this time, exposure to air pollution can increase a person's risk of allergies and infections. Obviously, being in crowded places such as airports, railways and terminals, increases the chances of conflict and puts a person at high risk, it is worth mentioning that up to three weeks after nose job, there is a possibility of infection. It is absolutely necessary to consult a doctor in such cases, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to control the possibility of infection during the flight after nose job.
6) Having nausea
The most common complications of flying after nose job and traveling by bus and train are nausea and reflux. It will not be far from expectation. Anti-nausea pills under the supervision of a doctor may work.
Necessary care during and after travel
If for any reason you have to travel or fly after nose job, be sure to pay attention to the following:
- Prevent lifting heavy objects
- Protection of the head against severe and harmful shocks
- Minimal exposure to sunlight, exposure to the sun for a long time can increase the sensitivity of nasal tissues, while the opacity of the suture site is another consequence of excessive exposure to the sun.
- Care of the nose and internal tissues against impact and possible collisions, especially in crowded places
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