If you have heart disease, you might wonder if you can travel. Is it safe to fly? Are you fit enough to go sightseeing? What happens if you have symptoms on the road?
In many cases, people with heart disease may have very little, if any, restrictions on travel. Although there are some things to keep in mind, with a little planning and awareness, you can have a safe, fun trip
Travel Conditions and heart. Know before you go
Whether you want to visit the beach, you went to years or a halfway exciting city in the world, starting with a trip to your doctor's office.
Talk with your doctor about how you feel, you want to go and what you want to do while you are on vacation. If your plans include more strenuous activities you do on a regular basis, such as swimming, hiking, or even walk than normal, your doctor can help you determine what is safe. In some cases, your doctor may recommend a walking program, or a part of cardiac rehabilitation, to help you prepare for activities on your trip
Your doctor may also suggest waiting to travel if :.
- You have had a recent heart attack or stroke
- You recently had heart surgery or another procedure
- Your symptoms are not under control
and, if you have a pacemaker or an implanted cardiac defibrillator (ICD), your doctor may tell you how to safely navigate airport security.
Ahead Plan your cardiovascular health
once your doctor that it is safe to travel, discover local hospitals in the area you plan to visit. Your doctor may have recommendations for a heart center or a local cardiologist if you have symptoms of your trip
Remember that in the most remote places, you could have a long drive . - Or a cheap flight - the closest hospital. Take a look at your health insurance to check your coverage outside of the area, and consider getting travel insurance in case of emergency.
To manage your medication, get your prescriptions filled before you go, and remember that if you are traveling abroad, the same types of drugs may not be available. Pack your medications in a carry bag over so that you can easily get on a flight, and keep a bottle of water and snacks with you.
Wherever you go, have a list of medications you take, and the name and your cardiologist's phone number on you at all times.
a safe trip
Traveling can be stressful and tiring, and it is easy to do too much when visiting a new place. To get the most out of your trip :.
- Allow enough time to get to (and vicinity) from the airport so you do not feel rushed or worry about missing a flight
- For a long flight or car trip, get up and move around every few hours to prevent formation of blood clots, especially if you have peripheral arterial disease (PAD), heart failure or a history of blood clots.
- Take it easy with your time, and the time the plan each day to rest between your activities.
- Follow your diet as much as you can and remember that some foods, such as raw or unpasteurized dairy products may not be safe to eat.
- Drink water, and go easy on alcohol or caffeinated beverages
If you have symptoms, do not wait - get help .. everything on
for more information, visit the heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC or call 1-855-UPMC-HVI (876-2484).
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