Sunita Williams: Side Effects of Prolonged Stay in Space

Effects of Prolonged Space Exploration Radiocity By Radiocity Team Published Mar 19, 2025 [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Bone Density Loss Bone density loss occurs due to a lack of gravity, making bones brittle and prone to fractures upon return to Earth. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Muscle Weakness Muscle atrophy happens as muscles don`t work as hard in space, leading to weakness and reduced physical performance. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Weak Heart Cardiovascular deconditioning can occur, where the heart weakens and blood pressure regulation is affected by microgravity. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Exposure to Radiation Radiation exposure in space increases the risk of cancer and other health issues due to the lack of Earth`s protective atmosphere. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Altered Vision or Blindness Vision problems, known as Spaceflight-Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome (SANS), can develop due to fluid shifts in the body. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

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