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Is air travel safe during pregnancy?

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Published At September 1, 2016
Reviewed AtJanuary 29, 2024

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 9 weeks pregnant. I had a mild perigestational hemorrhage during the 5th week. After taking medications, there is no subchorionic hematoma. Can I take an air travel of two and half hours to my native at the end of this month as I do not have anyone here to take care of me.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

There is no evidence to suggest that flying while pregnant is harmful for either you or your baby if you are having a straightforward pregnancy. There are some safety guidelines for air travel during pregnancy that you should be aware of. You should carry a minimum hand luggage and place your belt loosely. Walk after 45 minutes of interval, if it is a long journey. If you do not have any bleeding at present, nondiabetic and normotensive, then you can proceed for a flight travel. A mild perigestational hemorrhage (hemorrhage around the fetus) has nothing to avoid a flight travel.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Due to air travel, is there a possibility of miscarriage?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

There was never a risk of miscarriage due to air travel till date. But, the fact is miscarriage can occur at any time to anybody and often the cause could not be found.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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