Patient's question:
Hello: I am 80 days pregnant and want to go home. Can I take a plane?Doctor's answer:
Because the pressure changes inside the airplane cabin may lead to a miscarriage. During the ascent phase, the air pressure decreases, and during the descent phase, the air pressure increases. Those who have flown on airplanes have experienced: rapid changes in pressure can create a pressure difference between the inside and outside of the eardrum, resulting in ear pain. You are less than three months pregnant, so it is recommended to rest more, avoid jumping, climbing, or lifting heavy objects. Actually, taking a sleeper train is also acceptable.