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Is it safe to fly with a blood clot in the brain?
Q: I am a 56 years old male recently diagnosed with a blood clot in the brain. Is it safe for me to take long fights?
A:It is advisable not to fly at all till the clot disappears. Changes in cabin pressure may adversely affect the clot and cause headaches and other symptoms.