Partial PVD

[ftaforo]

I have had a partial PVD one month ago.  I did not need laser surgery and have noumerous floaters.  Am I able to fly on vacation or will this increase the chances of any  further retinal tear?  I am concerned with the change in altitude and air pressure.  My trip is one month from now.  Also,being out of touch with my eye surgen concerns me.  Thanks,  Frank

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

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[ftaforo]

Thank you both for your replies.  I feel reassured that I can proceed with my travel plans.  Thank you very much.  Frank

[AnnaE]

No skiing, either! No bunjy jumping.

I am a community leader here, not a doctor. I am also an experienced retina patient. Welcome to our community

Dr. Hagan is so helpful, isn't he?

Let us know how you are doing.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Altitude changes and flying are not a problem. That is only a issue when someone has had retina surgery and gas or air has been injected in the eye. Stay off roller coasters, amusement rides and don't stand on your head.

JCH III MD