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is it safe to fly when you have hydrocephalus?
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is it safe to fly when you have hydrocephalus?
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is it safe to fly when you have hydrocephalus?
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I have hydrocephalus and I have flown for years ( have had my shunt for 26 yrs) and have had no problem in regards to flying.
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Should be fine...though be careful of small non-pressurized aircraft as pressure changes might bring on serious headaches.
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