Orthostatic Intolerance

Nutrition for Special Groups 3(3+0)

Lesson 32: Nutrition for Astronauts

Orthostatic Intolerance

This develops within 4 days of weightlessness. Orthostatic intolerance consists of hypotension with return to gravity. Return to normal requires several weeks after flight.

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