Can a flight affect your period?


Can a flight affect your period? Disturbing your circadian rhythm may cause a delay in the oestrogen spike that leads to ovulation, so you'll have a later period than normal that month. Not only can jet lag affect your period but it might cause all kinds of other changes in your body – irritability, exhaustion, stomach upset and a lack of appetite.


What is a period for boys?

Unlike the female reproductive system, boys do not have uterus and thus menstruation cannot occur. Therefore, it is biologically impossible for boys to have periods. However, boys during puberty may undergo mood swings or other emotional changes due to changing levels of the male sex hormone testosterone.


How do you deal with your period on a plane?

Flying While On Your Period Top Tips
  1. Pack a Period Travel Kit. Be sure to pack all the tools you rely on to combat period cramps and discomfort. ...
  2. Drink Lots of Water. It's always important to drink lots of water when flying, but this is especially true if you are on your period. ...
  3. Book an Aisle Seat.