Airline Travel During Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer
Monday September 10, 2007
Metal Detectors And Chemo Ports, Tissue Expanders, Syringes
I had the chance to fly during my chemo, and was pulled out of line and asked why I was setting off the hand-held metal detector. "I've got a port for chemo and a magnet for my implant," I told the security agent. "Can you take that magnet out?" she asked. "Not without surgery!" I replied. At least she didn't ask me to remove my wig.
Going on a trip during chemotherapy for breast cancer can be a nice break from the rigors of treatment. But since airline security is high, you may have metal on or in your body that will set off the alarms on metal detectors or wands. Being prepared will help you get through security with fewer problems. Plan ahead and know what to bring with you.
I had the chance to fly during my chemo, and was pulled out of line and asked why I was setting off the hand-held metal detector. "I've got a port for chemo and a magnet for my implant," I told the security agent. "Can you take that magnet out?" she asked. "Not without surgery!" I replied. At least she didn't ask me to remove my wig.
Going on a trip during chemotherapy for breast cancer can be a nice break from the rigors of treatment. But since airline security is high, you may have metal on or in your body that will set off the alarms on metal detectors or wands. Being prepared will help you get through security with fewer problems. Plan ahead and know what to bring with you.
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