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Adverse effects of CT scans
Can there be any adverse effects on breasts in females if they undetake 2-3 hrct thorax scans ?
Is it definitive to see any consequences later in life ?
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if you are taking all 3 with a short time frame then it depends on the strict indication only..share the cause
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No need to worry
If its indicated you have to go for it
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2-3 HRCT scan radiation does not affect much. It depends on level of radiation and duration of exposure. Dont worry.
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Normally, it is OK.But, it is better to have scan,only if it is indicated.pl consult pulmonologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Prince George Varughese
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Hi
There is no definite number as such.
Varies from person to person and indication for scan
What was the reason for taking hrct scan and what was the interval between each scan
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There are low dose ct scan which can also be used depending on screening purposes
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