Panic over chest xray

2025-03-16 04:01:04
I did 2 xrays in 30 days apart And I saw on internet that young people can get cancer later in life if xray is taken So I'm now panicking and having anxiety over it It came out normal both times I went there for chest pains Turns out it was just anxiety
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No. You need to know x ray uses lower doses than CT scan . But still excess exposure isn't good.

Answered2025-03-20 08:36:23

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Answered2025-03-18 00:48:52

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It’s understandable to feel anxious after reading alarming information online, but two X-rays in a month do not pose a significant cancer risk. The amount of radiation exposure from a single chest X-ray is extremely low—about the same as the natural background radiation you receive over a few days. Even multiple X-rays do not drastically increase cancer risk unless done excessively over many years. Since your tests came out normal, your chest pain was likely anxiety-related, which is common. The real concern here is not radiation exposure but health anxiety and excessive worry. Try to limit Googling symptoms, as it often leads to unnecessary panic. Engaging in cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT) and relaxation exercises can help manage these anxious thoughts. If this worry persists, therapy can help you regain control over your thoughts and reduce unnecessary health fears. Take therapy, and you can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.

Answered2025-03-17 08:52:50

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Hi.. consult online for treatment of health anxiety

Answered2025-03-16 12:19:53

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People working with xray exposure on a regular and daily basis are prone for carcinoma. Even not all of them get but very rarely. To prevent this they are given lead aprons. Getting xray for medical needs have not been associated with cancer to my knowledge. Forget your worries and move on.

Answered2025-03-16 10:18:35

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