It should be fine. Alot of people still travel and have it.
May 29
That’s a little challenging question.
For myself I had no trouble flying
I know there are some people with Epilepsy who have had issues
May 29
How exciting — Gran Canaria sounds amazing! Flying with epilepsy is absolutely possible, but it does take a little extra planning to keep things safe and stress-free.
Here are some key tips to prepare before you go:
- Talk to your neurologist before travelling — let them know your plans
- Pack your medications in both your Show Full Answer
How exciting — Gran Canaria sounds amazing! Flying with epilepsy is absolutely possible, but it does take a little extra planning to keep things safe and stress-free.
Here are some key tips to prepare before you go:
- Talk to your neurologist before travelling — let them know your plans
- Pack your medications in both your carry-on AND checked luggage, just in case
- Make sure you have enough medication for the whole trip, plus extra
- Check if there are any restrictions on bringing your medication into Spain
- Consider wearing a medical alert bracelet
- Get travel insurance that covers your epilepsy During the flight, keep these things in mind:
- Let airport security know if you have a vagus nerve stimulation device
- Set alarms so you don't miss any medication doses
- Stay well hydrated and try to get enough rest
- Let airline staff know about your epilepsy ahead of time if you're concerned
It's also worth knowing that some MyEpilepsyTeam members have found that changes in air pressure can occasionally trigger seizures, so it's good to be aware of that possibility.
Have a wonderful trip! 🌞
May 29
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