Flying with an ascending aortic aneurism

Posted by bill0327 @bill0327, Feb 27 3:07pm

I am a 75 year old, 5' 11' male who weighs 188 pounds, does not smoke, exercises regularly, is otherwise healthy and only drinks wine occasionally. A year ago I was told I have a 4.2 cm ascending aortic aneurysm. I was then prescribed Carvedilol 6.25 mg twice a day and Irbesartan 75 mg once a day. Since taking these two medicines, my BP now stays below 120/80 when I take my BP first thing in the morning.
Is it safe to fly commercially from California to Texas and back?

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upartist | @upartist | Feb 28 7:22am

Hi Billo327. So have you ever had any cardiac related symptoms during flight or upon landing? I have cardiac symptoms of unexplained origin during decent, and upon landing. They were severe with my most recent flight. I recovered after three days. My aneurysm is stable at 4.3. Has anyone else experienced this, or something similar? I am interested in Billo327's question because I love flying, and now I am very very apprehensive about doing it. Thanks for the question Billo327.

booklover71 | @booklover71 | Feb 28 4:47pm

In reply to @upartist "Hi Billo327. So have you ever had any cardiac related symptoms during flight or upon landing?..." + (show)

I would check with your physician or cardiologist. Best to be safe with an eased mind.

booklover71 | @booklover71 | Feb 28 4:51pm

I am shy of age 73 and have flown several times with my TAA (4.3). I had no issues. I am getting ready to fly again at the end of this month. I never experienced any issues during or after my flights including flying cross country west to east and back. Everyone is different. I cruise at least once a year as well.

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