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Regarding ct scans

2021-06-19 02:50:17
I have gone through several CT scans in last 2 months , in total there are 5 ct scans I've gone through 1st was when i was 8 it was for my brain, the other four are recent 2 are of the chest & 2 are PNS , my concern is I've had too many scans what are the chances of cancer & what problems these scan may cause!! I'm afraid please help !!
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Any type of radiation increase risk... So better go for scan when advised by doctor only....

Answered2021-06-19 02:57:25

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