Ulcers and flying
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Ulcers and flying
I've recently experienced a bit of heartburn (probably that dodgy curry!), but being a bit of a hypochrondriac, I scanned the internet for my symptoms and came across............ulcers!
Now, I don't believe I've got an ulcer, but it set me thinking about medicals. If I were diagnosed with an ulcer (say duodenal) which apparently is easily treated, can I still fly under my PPL medical?
Now, I don't believe I've got an ulcer, but it set me thinking about medicals. If I were diagnosed with an ulcer (say duodenal) which apparently is easily treated, can I still fly under my PPL medical?
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undertheweather,
Don't worry. Go and see your GP. Mild, or even severe, heartburn is unbelievably common and duodenal ulcers are very rare nowadays. Treatments for heartburn, ulcers and what-have-you are incredibly effective and the effect on your medical -- after you've told the AME what has been prescribed -- will almost certainly be minimal.
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Don't worry. Go and see your GP. Mild, or even severe, heartburn is unbelievably common and duodenal ulcers are very rare nowadays. Treatments for heartburn, ulcers and what-have-you are incredibly effective and the effect on your medical -- after you've told the AME what has been prescribed -- will almost certainly be minimal.
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