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Unfortunately life in space is all but paradisaical. And that's not all; life after space is even worse:

"Your blood volume shrinks […], which can lead to clots. Fluids also don’t come down, or drain, as easily."

"The brain becomes waterlogged"

"[…] reconditioning is similar to the intense physiotherapy that anyone who has come out of a coma"

Now, imagine how coming back (if lucky) from a 34 month mission to "Occupy Mars 💩" would be…

More:
theguardian.com/science/2025/m

The Guardian · Swollen eyeballs, baby-like skin, and the overview effect: how astronauts feel when they return to EarthBy Helen Sullivan