He suddenly couldn't speak in space
16 hours ago
- #NASA Investigation
- #Space Health
- #Astronaut Experience
- NASA astronaut Mike Fincke experienced a sudden medical episode aboard the International Space Station in January, losing his ability to speak without pain.
- The cause of the 20-minute episode remains unknown, with doctors ruling out a heart attack but considering potential links to prolonged weightlessness.
- Fincke's crewmates quickly assisted him, using the station's ultrasound, and he has undergone extensive testing since returning to Earth.
- The incident led to the cancellation of a spacewalk and an early return for his crew, though Fincke was reassured by colleagues that he was not at fault.
- NASA is reviewing other astronauts' medical records to identify any similar occurrences, while Fincke hopes to return to space in the future.