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Brain tumor risk from x rays

2021-01-15 19:50:00
Is there a risk for brain tumor form x rays and ct scans. I have had several xray and one ct scan in my life does this increase the risk for brain tumor?
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No.just one doesnt....but yes raditaion exposure is associated with tumors ....

Answered2021-01-16 02:21:59

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Yes radiation is a cause of cancer. But also to understand that genetic plays a important role.
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Answered2021-01-16 13:08:08

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