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QUERY REGARDING CT SCAN

2020-06-01 09:29:57
I have had a CT scan in 2008 of Brain and in 2018 I have had two CT scans one in Jan 2018 of whole abdomen and in may 2018 of chest, neck and abdomen. Am I at risk of radiation exposure ?
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Answered2020-06-01 11:17:32

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no need to worry.

Answered2020-06-01 10:44:24

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It increases with the frequency. The more you are exposed the more chances of bad effects. Take Homoeopathic Medicine X-ray 200 It should help.

Answered2020-06-01 10:11:49

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What is the reason of getting CT scans ? Plz elaborate

Answered2020-06-01 09:47:07

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No not at all .ur safety will be the prior consideration during the procedures.

Answered2020-06-01 12:15:11

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Hello dear don't confuse, there is no risk at all

Answered2020-06-01 10:12:33

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It's important to know the reason for you to go for so frequent scans ... !

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No. Don’t worry. Relax

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Yes..CT has risk of radiation exposure..but 3 CT in 10 years have very low risk.. It always about risk benifit ratio.. If it is required you have to get it done

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