Community Forum Archive
The Epilepsy Community Forums are closed, and the information is archived. The content in this section may not be current or apply to all situations. In addition, forum questions and responses include information and content that has been generated by epilepsy community members. This content is not moderated. The information on these pages should not be substituted for medical advice from a healthcare provider. Experiences with epilepsy can vary greatly on an individual basis. Please contact your doctor or medical team if you have any questions about your situation. For more information, learn about epilepsy or visit our resources section.
business trips
Fri, 02/21/2020 - 16:15Hello, I would like to ask if it is possible to fly airplanes with epilepsy. in my work, it is necessary going abroad, but I'm afraid of negative consequences. i also that such trips make very tired and what is your experience?
Comments
I meant number one seizure
Submitted by bicycleptic_59d97a34cecee on Sat, 2020-02-22 - 09:58
I meant number one seizure trigger is sleep deprivation
To fly the airplane? You'll
Submitted by folken on Sat, 2020-02-22 - 17:54
To fly the airplane? You'll probably never ever fly a plane.To fly on it? Yah, I do every now and then. It's perfectly doable. People with epilepsy take flights all the time. Just make sure you're rested and hydrated and all that.
The question to ask yourself
Submitted by bicycleptic_59d97a34cecee on Sat, 2020-02-22 - 09:46
The question to ask yourself is do you have any known seizure triggers? For instance my number one sleep trigger is sleep deprivation. Therefore there is no hazard in me flying as long as I maintain a sleep schedule. Now if flashing lights are a trigger for you then you might want to make sure your not looking out the window at night time takeoffs or landings.