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This 'Blackpool Airport health risks when flying' guide will help any anxious passenger overcome any in-flight health fears they may have. It includes information on Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and motion sickness. |
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Blackpool Airport Health Risks When Flying ... |
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It's important to remember that the large majority of travellers do not suffer from any in-flight health risks when flying. However, there are a small few who may suffer from Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), motion sickness and such like. Here we give details on such in-flight health problems and how you can best avoid them.
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Travelling by plane can cause some passengers to suffer from various in-flight health issues. However, problems are rare, and mostly experienced by those passengers who are suffering ill-health, and travelling on long haul flights.
Read on for details on Blackpool Airport health risks when flying. |
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DVT - Deep Vein Thrombosis ... |
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| DVT Explained |
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| Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is caused when the blood clots within one of the deep veins of the pelvis, calf or thigh as the blood flow's become sluggish. Normally this is through dehydration and lack of exercise. Or if the body has recently suffered from trauma such as abdominal surgery, heart disease or childbirth. |
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| Those at risk from DVT? |
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- Travellers over 40
- Family history DVT
- Recent body trauma such as abdominal or leg surgery. Also an injured knee or hip
- Recent child birth or pregnancy
- Cancer and its treatments
- Circulation and heart problems
- Obesity
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| How to avoid DVT |
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- Drink plenty of water throughout your flight - avoid caffeine and alcoholic drinks
- Wear baggy clothing
- Exercise your muscles of the lower legs throughout the flight when sitting
- Leave the underneath of the seat in front of you free so you can stretch out
- Walk around the cabin frequently
- Wear graduated stockings known as ‘flight socks’
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| DVT Symptoms |
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be uncomfortable, but most concerning is the possible sequel to DVT. This is when a piece of the blood clot, called a pulmonary embolus, breaks off and travels to the right side of the heart, causing heart problems or even heart attack.
Mostly there are no symptoms of DVT, however some passengers suffer from the following: |
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- Aching in the calf, or a soreness
- Swelling of the ankle or calf
- Fever and feeling unwell
- Symptoms might not start for days or week
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| I think I have DVT |
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If you think you have DVT then contact a doctor as soon as possible. Treatment is fairly simple in most cases.
If abroad contact your airline information or holiday rep. |
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Symptoms Of Cabin pressure... |
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One of the most common in-flight health issue experienced by travellers is the side effects of cabin pressure. This is because the cabins are pressurized at altitude that's different to what we are used to on the ground. The pressure creates less oxygen and makes the air much dryer.
If you are suffering from cabin pressure try the following: |
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- For painful ears during take-off and landing swallowing often by drinking or chewing gum
- Avoid alcohol, especially as it has 2 to 3 times the effect of a drink on the ground
- Dehydration can make passengers feel sick so drink lots of water during your flight, avoiding alcoholic and caffeine drinks
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Common Motion sickness... |
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| Motion sickness is a very common side effect of flying. Try the following if you know you tend to suffer: |
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- Pre-book a window seat
- Or request a seat over the wings
- Avoid all alcoholic drinks for 24hrs before flight
- Keep your seat belt fastened throughout the flight.
- Natural remedies can help, including:
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- Vitamin B6 that can alleviate dizziness
- Magnesium that can reduce stomach acidity
- Peppermint can prevent vomiting and has antispasmodic properties
- Ginkgo Bilboa helps chronic dizziness and light-headedness
- Ginger extract is proven to help prevent nausea
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- Speak to your doctor about motion sickness if your symptoms are very bad
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| If you are taking medication during your travels then it is vitally important that you take your medicines when you should and also that you pack them in your hand luggage. Remember any in-flight emergency that's caused because you've forgotten to take your medication is much more serious than when on the ground. |
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- Carry all medicines in your hand luggage and take enough to last longer than your trip in case of delays
- Any diabetic or epilepsy sufferers should carry their notification and ID card on their person
- Inform the airline you are travelling with of any medical problems when booking your flight
- Have you had the correct vaccinations for the Country you are travelling to?
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Jet lag symptoms can vary but mostly passengers feel very tired and have rouble sleeping for a few days after their flight. This is as the body's internal clock is not in sync with the actual time.
Jet lag is proven to be worse when more time zones have been travelled through. Also travelling east can make jet lag worse.
Here are some tips to help if you suffer from jet lag: |
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- Try and eat your meals as close to your new travelling time as possible
- Reset your watch as soon as you've taken off
- Eat light meals and drink lots of water during your flight
- Caffeine drinks are useful to mask fatigue for a day or so but should not be used for longer
- Try herbal sleeping pills if you are having trouble sleeping or speak to your doctor if your symptoms are very bad
- If you can try the odd half an hour nap during the day but limit these to only a couple
- Ginseng is known to fight fatigue
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