my mom had retinal detachment surgery in both eyes last year with silicon oil still in them we have an emergency at home and need to travel by flight is it safe for her to fly right now i'm really worried about her condition

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ophthal opinion is advised to the pt.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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