I Hope Airport Security Won't Be a Problem

Surgical pins

Published on January 21, 2006 By MasonM In Blogging

As I am packing up and making preparations to fly out Monday morning it has occurred to me that the surgical pins, screws, and plates in my pelvis will likely cause me some hassles as I go through airport security. I'm sure they are trained and experienced in such matters, but it does make me wonder just how they handle such a situation?

I suppose the smart thing to do would be to inform them of the implanted stainless (3 lbs worth) prior to passing through the metal detector. I'm sure they will have to wand me and pat me down. I certainly hope I won't be required to actually show them the scar as I don't like the idea of having to drop my pants in the middle of an airport.

Comments

Dr Guy

on Jan 21, 2006

Do you look good in skivvies? You will probably be asked to strip down to them. Dont sweat it. They are just doing their job, and at least you can look threatening! Not like an 80 year old Norwegian Grandma!

No scars required. Just tell them. And get a laugh out of it!

MasonM

on Jan 21, 2006

I'll make sure to wear my smiley face boxers

Trudygolightly

on Jan 21, 2006

My older sister had to get a letter from her doctor stating she has a total knee replacement, but that was for something else..

I'll make sure to wear my smiley face boxers

, no comment....

MasonM

on Jan 21, 2006

cactoblasta

on Jan 21, 2006

You could always give them a call and ask. Considering how tough airport security is in the US you probably need a letter from the doctor or something. They might also make you go through the x-ray machine on your side - that could be fun.

MasonM

on Jan 21, 2006

I read the TSA website info. Seems ya just need to inform them and get wanded/patted down. The x-ray machine could be fun though.

Trudygolightly

on Jan 21, 2006

Number 4 comment, uhh make that # 4 picture

ParaTed2k

on Jan 21, 2006

Not a good day to wear your:

T Shirt!!! ;~D

Dr Guy

on Jan 22, 2006

Hours away from departure, and I see you have your skivvies in order! Best of luck! Write when you get a chance and let us know how it went!

MasonM

on Jan 22, 2006

Will do Guy. Making the final prep for closing up the house.

Gideon MacLeish

on Jan 22, 2006

I'll call ahead and have 'em do a BCS, mason...lol!

Seriously...good luck...and ask for a female security guard...they have smaller hands! (hehehe!)

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