Does period get heavier on plane?
Does period get heavier on plane? Pressure on a plane in flight is lower than pressure at sea level but no different really than pressures in locations like Denver where women's periods are the same as anyone else's. The only other factor could be the relative stress of flying vs living your normal life on firm ground.
Why does my period get worse when I travel?
While many hormones are involved in the control of your menstrual cycle, two important ones are known to be directly related to travel and stress: cortisol and melatonin. Travel often goes hand-in-hand with stress, explained Dr. Klein, and this can cause cortisol levels to fluctuate.