Airport security check is a necessary procedure before boarding a plane, and for pregnant women, it is important to be cautious as prolonged exposure to various types of radiation can be harmful to the fetus. Even mobile phones can be used with caution. Will the security check device at the checkpoint have an impact on pregnant women? Now let's all learn about it together.
Does airport security check affect pregnant women?
Generally speaking, security gates and handheld devices detect metals through induced current, which is basically harmless to pregnant women, while luggage detectors are a special type of X-ray machine that generally does not affect pregnant women as long as they are not in close contact.
The impact of flying on pregnant women
1. Does flying for pregnant women affect the fetus?
Many pregnant women are concerned that insufficient oxygen while flying may affect the health of their fetus. In fact, as long as the pregnant woman meets the requirements for flying, although the cabin pressure may change during takeoff and landing, and the oxygen concentration and air humidity are lower during high-altitude flight than on land, as long as the pregnant woman's physical condition is good under normal circumstances, she only needs to take deep breaths to adjust and provide sufficient oxygen for the fetus.
2. When is it safer to fly during pregnancy?
Generally speaking, it is not suitable to take a plane during early and late pregnancy, while pregnant women in mid pregnancy (13-32 weeks) have a relatively stable physical condition. At this stage, most pregnant women's morning sickness symptoms have disappeared, and the risk of miscarriage and premature birth is relatively reduced. Therefore, it is considered more suitable to take a plane at this time, but it is also necessary to seek the opinion of a doctor.
Have you gained a general understanding of the radiation issues in airport security checks through the above introduction. Avoiding all unsafe behaviors during pregnancy and taking good care of the baby at home is the most important thing. Personally, I believe that if there is no special need, it is advisable to avoid flying as much as possible. Airports also have regulations, and pregnant women should avoid flying when they are older.
