Sunita Williams to return to Earth from space: How do female astronauts manage periods in space?
Managing menstruation in space is not as challenging as it might seem. Female astronauts can have normal periods or choose to suppress them using hormonal contraceptives. Their choice depends on mission duration and practical issues. Standard sanitary products are used, and normal bodily functions ensure that menstrual blood does not float away in microgravity.
Managing menstruation in space is not as challenging as it might seem. Female astronauts can have normal periods or choose to suppress them using hormonal contraceptives. Their choice depends on mission duration and practical issues. Standard sanitary products are used, and normal bodily functions ensure that menstrual blood does not float away in microgravity.
