I can't afford first class maybe if i won the lottery. I'm like KatherineB i sit near the aisle and kind of near the toilets because i need to stand due to numbness or sciatica. I normally eat at the airport and buy snacks at duty free before going on board and i tend to order kosher or vegan food which is sometimes bland. Whoever sits near me always eat my plane food.

I've flown a lot and we always try for first class bc there us more room and my pain tends to always flare up while in the air, but a lot of that is due to my pelvic congestion and vascular bleeding disorder. So I end up needing my pain meds more when I fly. And yes, try to move around as much as u can to avoid clots. Rub your legs and stretch. Good luck!!

Thanks for the hint

I would never say no to a glass of wine. But depends on whether you are having a flare up or not. Also stay plenty hydrated.

Is it a good idea to drink wine on the plane?