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    tips for traveling with IC?

    I wasn't sure where to put this post, but as I am a college student, I figured this is as good a place as any.
    In just over a week I am traveling to Europe, I'm really looking forward to it, but I am NOT looking forward to the transatlantic flight.
    Does anyone have any tips for how to cope with being on a plane for almost 10 hours?
    I'm already planning to have my IC cushion to sit on, and some AZO on hand in case of an emergency. I'm just a bit worried about having to go to the bathroom when you aren't allowed to move around and such. And I don't want this experience to make me flare as I have been doing pretty well, being mostly flare free for about 6 months.
    I would really appreciate any tips or suggestions.
    Thank you!
    my IC blog: http://www.icetmoi.blogspot.com

    Developed IC 5/09
    Diagnosed w/ IC, vulvodynia, myofascial pain 1/10

    Current medications:
    Elmiron (200mg/day)
    Lyrica (50mg/day)
    IC diet (loosely followed)


    tried:
    Elavil (gained weight, was zombie like), and Tizanidine (saw no improvement), Gabapentin/Neurontin, Yeast-free diet, pelvic floor therapy (increased symptoms)
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  • #2
    A note from your doctor about your need for restroom access could be helpful. I suggest you let the flight attendant know at the beginning of your flight. You'll want to have some IC friendly snacks with you.

    Most important --- have a wonderful trip!

    Hugs,
    Donna
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    • #3
      Here's a link to a thread I started on overseas travel a few years ago. I hope you'll find something helpful in it And most of all, enjoy your trip!
      http://www.ic-network.com/forum/showthread.php?t=57825&highlight=travel
      Kadi

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      • #4
        Thanks for the tips!
        Kadi - I read through your thread about traveling and it definitely helped give me an idea. Luckily my IC is pretty mild, and I've been flare free for a while now, so I should be fine. I just wanted to make sure I have everything that I could possibly need.

        Thank you again!
        my IC blog: http://www.icetmoi.blogspot.com

        Developed IC 5/09
        Diagnosed w/ IC, vulvodynia, myofascial pain 1/10

        Current medications:
        Elmiron (200mg/day)
        Lyrica (50mg/day)
        IC diet (loosely followed)


        tried:
        Elavil (gained weight, was zombie like), and Tizanidine (saw no improvement), Gabapentin/Neurontin, Yeast-free diet, pelvic floor therapy (increased symptoms)

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        • #5
          One thing I also try to do is rest well the day before and make sure I have a day to crash when I get there if I need to. I used to pack at the last minute.....leaving only a few hours of sleep....THINKING I would sleep on the plane......my husband can sleep anywhere, but I just doze..not enough to give me good rest.

          Be sure to get up and walk every couple of hours also. I have been known to hog the bathroom and sort of jog in place just to get the blood moving.....

          I also ditto Donna.....have a GREAT time!!!
          Julie Beyer, MA, RDN
          IC Dietitian, Patient Advocate, Speaker, & Author


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          • #6
            Thanks Julie, I'm hoping I'll be able to sleep on the long flight as it's an overnight one, and I'll be taking my pills which should help with sleep.
            my IC blog: http://www.icetmoi.blogspot.com

            Developed IC 5/09
            Diagnosed w/ IC, vulvodynia, myofascial pain 1/10

            Current medications:
            Elmiron (200mg/day)
            Lyrica (50mg/day)
            IC diet (loosely followed)


            tried:
            Elavil (gained weight, was zombie like), and Tizanidine (saw no improvement), Gabapentin/Neurontin, Yeast-free diet, pelvic floor therapy (increased symptoms)

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