Question:
How soon can I fly after TT?

I am scheduled for a full TT on June 16th. I have to fly to Texas (from NJ) for work on July 22nd. Think I will be ok? I flew to Chicago 3 weeks after my WLS and to Texas 4 weeks after with no problem. I am wondering though since it seems a lot of people have pain "kicking in" later (like 3-4 weeks afterwards) with TT if it will be really hard to fly for 4 hours. Opinions?? Thanks!    — emilyfink (posted on May 19, 2004)

May 18, 2004
Hi, i had a tummytuck and flew back from south america 2 1/2 weeks later with a correset and girdal on.we had a layover in mamini and then to ny.you do swell up on the plane.i suggest drinking plenty of water and walk in flight if you can.once off the plane you will start feeling better in less then a day.there wasnt anypain but i did feel uncomfortable from swelling up with the change in cabin pressure.perhaps with one flight it wont be so bad.good luck!
   — traceybubbles

May 19, 2004
had no trouble at 3 weeks- just wear your binder and you will be fine- had no extra swelling or pain-
   — Jannie N.

May 19, 2004
I flew two days after belt lipectomy, breast lift, and inner thigh lift. It was uncomfortable but not horrible. I flew from San Diego to Texas. Good luck to you!
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