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Flying and IVF Abroad - Medications etc.

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#1 ·
Hi

Not sure if anyone can offer advice as am up for IVF / ICSI in Dec / Jan and trying to plan my life!

Is there any advice given about if it is ok to fly once you have had any embryos implanted after egg transfer?....if we get that far of course!

I am living in Germany but will be having treatment in London and could have to drive back by myself (depending on dh's work). I am wondering if flying might be better...if yes...when...

Thanks to all
 
#77 ·
Hi KC!
You've taken such a weight off my mind! I've obviously had far too much time on my hands and was Reading a diary of a member who had to change her flight because she was advised to definitely not fly for at least 24 hours!
Many congratulations on your pregnancy, I  ^pray^ to follow in your footsteps.
Thanks so much for your reply,
love Rachel xxx
 
#78 ·
I flew about 5 hours after transfer and got a bfp  :)

Good luck  ^reiki^ ^hugme^
 
#79 ·
Thanks Kizzy, I feel so much better about it now- I just want it to work so much, I don't want to jeopardize my chances!


Congratulations on your pregnancy- how exciting!


Take care, love Rachel xx
 
#80 ·
Thanks hunny - once embies are in there they are cushioned and protected - it is really down to fate and luck if they decide to implant plus chemicals and stuff!  ;)

Good luck!  ^reiki^
 
#81 ·
Hi

I flew about 3 hours after ET and got my BFP!

Good luck!

Rachel
 
#82 ·
Thanks Ratty, I feel so much better about it now- it's all happening tomorrow and I can't wait!


Many congratulation on the birth of your baby- Erin is such a beautiful name- you must be over the moon (and maybe a little tired too?!)


Love Rachel xx
 
#83 ·
Good luck for tomorrow Rachel!!  ^reiki^ ^pray^

I love the name Erin too - it's lovely  :)
 
#84 ·
Thanks so much Kizzy, I  ^pray^ it's my turn xx
 
#85 ·
Hi, about to have first IVF in Poland and wondering what the general approach is by airlines (Wizz Air) in regard to carrying IVF medications (drugs & shringes) on board in hand luggage... consultant has said it won't be a problem as she'll provide a letter but wouldn't want to pay for drugs only to not be allowed to carry them on board - what are everyone's else experiences? Thanks
 
#86 ·
Hi

I went away to Spain with Syringes and drugs without a problem. The consultant provided me with a letter which I showed at check-in and everything was fine. I can't remember the airline but it was definitely no problem.

Good Luck x
 
#87 ·
i haven't traveled with fertility drugs before much less with syringes or anything but as far as i know if your prescriptions have the original labels on them (with your name, doc's name, the name of medication, etc) it wouldn't be a problem. same thing if you need to take diabetic medications which require syringes...hope this helps. but definitely bring the doctor's letter if you have it since it can't hurt....
 
#88 ·
I travelled through four different airports in four countries last year and was only once asked to show the clinic letter. Once they saw there was medication with the needles etc they were happy enough.
 
#89 ·
i travelled back from Spain 2 weeks ago with a box of prefilled syringes in my hand luggage and didn't even get asked about them. I did have a letter from my clinic just in case though.
 
#90 ·
I have just finished a conversation with my friend who has just been successful in the UK with SET and is 8 weeks pregnant.  I as discussing with her that we had decided on Budapest and would go out in January.  She told me that her specialist had advised against air travel during her IVF.
I spoke to my GP also and she said although not proven it could be argued that the lower levels of oxygen in the cabin could affect implantation.  As you can imagine I am now worrying about this hindering our chances as we need to go overseas as we can't afford the UK's inflated prices.
Anyone have any facts?
Bex
 
#92 ·
Could u work it so u stay over there til after implantation? Say til test date?x x
 
#93 ·
No unfortunately I can't wait there.  I will have been there since CD3 and transfer bout CD16 I think if it goes to plan.  Is it better to travel the day of transfer or later, Arghhh I just dont know now whether I should just keep saving and give the money grabbers in the UK a shot!!
 
#94 ·
Just popped by to give you a positive story - I flew back from CZ Republic about 4 hours after transfer and as you can see I have one perfect munchkin on board.

I just took it easy and tried to relax.
I really do think implantation will happen if it's meant to no matter what. Good luck  ^reiki^ ^pray^
 
#95 ·
I wouldnt like to say, think clinic says bed rest 4 3days after ET. i wouldnt b put off going away, a lady i knw is goin czech 4 tx she only has2b there 7days! id jst make that my 'holiday' afterwards. good luck x x
 
#96 ·
Hi,

Just wanted to add that my Consultant said that when an embryo is transferred, it's like putting a grain of sand into a jam sandwich.  Nothing physical can shift it!!!

I like that image, makes it feel safe and snug.

Best of luck with your tx.

Dee
 
#97 ·
Dee ive heard some ladies also describe it that way too!

Plus, all the ladies who dnt knw they are pg ??? they go on with their normal lives. x x
 
#98 ·
Some airlines (the better ones) will put it in one of their fridge compartments for you.  If they don't you can ask them to fill some small plastic bags with ice for you to keep it cool. (take bags with you) and then again just before you land so you can keep it cool until you get through customs etc.
 
#99 ·
To all you girls out there that have to travel for treatment, do you put your medication in your checked luggage or take it on board...will have a thermos bag to keep it cool and was going to check it in for less hassle at security but wasn't sure how it would cope with the air pressure?
 
#100 ·
I've just recently come back from Abu Dhabi...i was down regulating while there.

I got a letter from my fertility clinic explaing i had syringes and other meds.. i also informed the airline and they emailed me a letter to take with me also...  carried everything in my hand luggage with no problems what so ever xxx
 
#101 ·
Hi
I flew with my meds too.  Got a letter from the clinic advising that I was carrying syringes and meds and went through customs no problems.  The clinic advised me to keep all meds in my hand luggage as the temperature in the hold might affect the meds and also in the event my bag went astray.

Have a good flight
DJ
 
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