is it dangerous for someone who has heart/blood pressure conditions to get on a plane for long trips?

Question

the condition is of hardening of artery and artery-blockage nature.

Answer 1

I am not a doctor, but I have done a lot of reading about the effects of cabin pressurization, since I am a flight attendant and am concerned about the potential effects to my own body. The pressurization causes all internal organs and vessels to expand and then constrict upon descent. I believe this could cause a problem for you as the plaque in your arteries may swell and further occlude your vessels. Best to check with your doctor and see what s/he says before taking any long flights.

Answer 2

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 3

Flying is not normally detrimental to your health but there are always exceptions...The age of the person flying should be considered along with their mobility level.....The only real worry I can see by what you say would be the sitting in the seat for a long time...which can cause DVT...or commonly called phlebitis ( blood clot in the legs )....you can help prevent by getting up about every hour and walking around a bit...also drink plenty of fluids when flying as the cabin pressure can cause dehydration.....When in doubt always check with the physician before flying......

Answer 4

Ordinarily No as long as they stick to taking medication. The main problem on long flights is Economy Class Syndrome, is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). A good way to combat this is to get out of your seat regularly and walk around for 20 min or so.

Answer 5

In all honesty it would probably be best to ask your doctor just in case(preferably the one who knows most about your/whoevers condition you are asking about) ~ no matter what answers you get on here. Perhaps there is something particular to your state of being that may need to be taken into account.

Answer 6

well i have high blood pressure but not blocked arteries or heart trouble, and it din't affect me flying to Europe, but I'll tell you i went crazy with crying kids, etc. so its great [for the nerves] if you can fly first class or business class, whatever its called, and more leg room too, that's me for now on!

Answer 7

Read a great book, eat the tiny pretzel bag and 4oz of diet coke, nap, read book again, listen to ipod, read book again, nap, get off plane.

Answer 8

It may not affect you. You need to consult your Doctor , as it depends on the specific patient. Generalizations in this regard may prove to be fatal!!