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CT scan causes. Cancer

2019-06-19 09:00:37
Is. 20msv radiation dose by CT scan causes cancer within 2 months after exposure. This is the only CT scan I have had in my entire life. And I am afraid that I got lung cancer???
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No. The lifetime risk of cancer with this dose is approximately 0.2%. But it wont occur in 2 months.
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kindly share the CT scan report for opinion
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avoid unnecessary scans..

Answered2019-06-19 09:25:49

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No it can not. Why did you get the scan done? What was the report? Why are you fearing for lung cancer now. Please consult

Answered2019-06-19 09:02:03

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