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Posted 3/24/2017 8:05 PM (GMT 0)
Anyone ever had trouble from airport security for carrying the ostomy scissors in the hand held luggage?
Posted 3/24/2017 8:41 PM (GMT 0)
Nope, never a problem - they don't even ask. I use the short, curved scissors from Coloplast - the blade is less than an inch. And I also keep them in my carry on so they are very easily accessible (if they ask about them).

I've been to airports in Canada, USA, Europe, Africa =)
Posted 3/24/2017 8:41 PM (GMT 0)
I flew twice during the holidays and didn't have any issues. Mine are the dull curved scissors from Coloplast not sharp ones. Not sure if that would make a difference. But they didn't stop me or question it on either trip.
Posted 3/25/2017 4:24 PM (GMT 0)
Great to know! I have the same scissors smile
Posted 3/28/2017 7:55 PM (GMT 0)
Per TSA guidelines, any scissors less than 4 inches in length (measured from blade tip to fulcrum) are allowed. I too have the Coloplast ones and never have had anyone even mention them.
Posted 3/28/2017 10:54 PM (GMT 0)
Great to know! Thanks Bania.
Posted 3/29/2017 2:55 PM (GMT 0)
I would also recommend getting the TSA precheck. I fly on average once a month, and with the precheck you usually just go through a metal detector instead of the full body scan.

The full body scan for me is a tad frustrating, as I use a convex appliance with a hard plastic base, usually it will kick me out and I have to get the pat down and explosive check. It's not that big of a deal, generally only takes an additional minute or two and I tell the agent I have an ostomy, but I'm just not a fan of it when traveling with business associates.

Hope the planned travel is for something fun!
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