Is air travel safe during pregnancy?

Question

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.

Answer 1

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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.

Answer 2

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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.