Why do some people get constipated when the return from a long haul flight??

Question

I came back from three weeks in Florida last saturday and since then I have been constipated for nearly a week now. When I was on holiday I was fine.

Answer 1

Dehydration. Inside an aircraft, the air does not have any moisture (or very little). so your body lose a lot of water during long haul flight. You dont feel thirsty becuase otherwise the temprature is cool and you don't actually sweat!

That results is constipation and in your case that is continuing. Drink lots of water and if possible skip a meal.

take care

Answer 2

It's usually due to dehydration.  Note that dehydration can be cumulative and a long flight to FL, followed by 3 weeks in the heat, plus a long flight home can add up.

Drink lots of water and juice to re-hydrate.

See a doctor if you are not better quickly.