1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Bone scan radiation risk

Bone scan radiation risk

Sir once in my life 4 years ago i did a ct scan of my brain. I wass feeling dizzy and head was spinning while sleeping. The reports were normal . Sir today i hear that doing ct scan causes cancer. Is it true. I have a chance of getting cancer?

190 Views v

No ...  Read More

Hello doctor have a question that i went for 2 ct scan and 2 xray One ct scan of head One ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast One xray of chest One xray of back Attaching my ct scan report plz tell was that radiation enough to cause cancer I am 20 year old and all report are normal but i fear the risk of cancer now

201 Views v

What was the indication for doing CECT? ...  Read More

I had one head ct scan and two brain spect scan over a period of three years. The radiation I received from these scans would have killed few of my brain cells. If Yes, How many brain cells I lost?

167 Views v

HELLO, CELLS DEAD UNABLE TO COUNT. IT'S A PROCEDURE WHICH IS FOR DIAGNOSIS N SAVE YOUR LIFE. SO FORGOT IT BYE. ...  Read More

I had ct scan of stomach with contrast. Report is normal . Is it a risk for cancer. How much radiation in this test .

327 Views v

Don’t worry , you are not at high risk of cancer because of the radiation from that single CT scan . Cancer risk from radiation is not having a particular cut-off for avoiding risk of cancer , the m ...  Read More

I have gone through 1 Plain CT Scan Abdomen following with Another 1 CECT Scan Abdomen with Normal report... Now I am Worried about Radiation from I got from these CT scan... Is it potential risk for cancer from these CT scan

142 Views v

The amount of radiation received from CT or CECT is very low that the risk of developing cancer is very minimal. Modern equipments are quite safe. One has to weigh the risk vs a benefit and ability to ...  Read More

What is the risk of getting cancer in future after getting one ct KUB scan in a 58 year old male. What are the cancer risk from ct kub scan radiation

216 Views v

One CT KUB has very low threshold dose to cause cancer in a 58 year old ...  Read More

I had pet ct scan . The report was all normal. Will the radiation in itself increase my cancer risk...

178 Views v

No risk ...  Read More

My dad age 58. He got a CT KUB scan done. What are the chances of getting cancer in future from CT kub scan radiation ? What are the risks

185 Views v

Unpredictable ...  Read More

I have two ct scan of pelvis in 6 months gap does it effect or radiation due to this have any effect

341 Views v

Not too much effect. Otherwise ur prescribing doctor will take care while writing ...  Read More

Hello doctor advised me for ct coronary angiography and hrct chest but I am afraid of getting cancer from the radiation, from these scans which are 17 msv and 5 msv respectively. I am 26 years old what are the chances after scans of cancer ??

136 Views v

The exposure is very minimal So no chance of getting cancer with just 1-2 scans ...  Read More

Does going through ct scan process causes one to get affected by cancer? is it really that harmful to do it?

26 Views v

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hi My mother age 73 she had neck pain cervical pain and nerve pain in head she took MRI scan for brain and cervical on June 27 doctor again prescribed for CT scan for cervical and lungs and Xray for cervical. Is there any problem because of radiation last month 27 only she took MRI for brain and cervical of again exposong CT and xray means is that

...

60 Views v

MRI radiation risk is zero While once exposed to CT and X-ray is with in normal radiation limit ...  Read More

How many msv (ct scan) causes cancer in future ? How many ct scans (in msv)are safe in a year ? Is two brain Ct scan radiation causes cancer in future (2 ct scan difference 8 years) ?

82 Views v

It's safe and doesn't cause cancereven if 10 cr scan ...  Read More

Hello mam, I am 18 years old, from Odisha. I had a head injury 10 years ago and had a brain CT scan done at that time. Two days ago, I had another CT scan done due to head pain, and the report is normal. I have had two brain CT scans in my life, one at the age of 8 and another at 18. I am worried that the radiation from the CT scans might cause can

...

124 Views v

Two CT scans not a bigger issue .No need to worry ...  Read More

Hello sir, I am 18 years old, from Odisha. I had a head injury 10 years ago and had a brain CT scan done at that time. Two days ago, I had another CT scan done due to head pain, and the report is normal. I have had two brain CT scans in my life, one at the age of 8 and another at 18. I am worried that the radiation from the CT scans might cause can

...

47 Views v

Not to worry. Just 2 scans won’t cause cancer right away. Also, there’s no point worrying about it. ...  Read More

Hypoplastic nasal bone of length 3.7 mm is detected at 19weeks 6 days ultrasound. Rest all soft markers for trisomy 21 are normal. I had nt scan at 13 weeks having nt level as 1.9 mm and low risk dual marker. After anomaly scan, NIPT with microdeletions is low risk in all sections. Should I be worried about hypoplastic nasal bone now?

572 Views v

Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

What are the risks of developing cancer from 2 chest ct scan done one after the another and what would be the radiation dose

183 Views v

According to Benefit vs Risk ratio ,dose will be smalll ...  Read More

I was suffering from shortness of breath for about 6 months so on doctor consultation I decided to do CT scan , the scan was done in 2 phase one inspiration other expiration totalling up the dose to 16 msv what are the risks of getting cancer from a dose of 16 msv given within seconds to the chest , the CT scan results were normal

158 Views v

-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - -Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Tr ...  Read More

Hello dctr i got 3 ct scans for abdo pelvis this year..I m scared of radiation exposure..Is it dangerous pls letme know..I m depressed

236 Views v

Connect ...  Read More

Hello doctors, In my nt scan the nasal bone was unossified. Nt 0.8 mm. Nipt test shows low risk and double marker also shows low risk. Is there any facial issue in baby if it is unossified till term? Please suggest.

1109 Views v

You can continue the pregnancy as nipt is low risk No issues ...  Read More

Sir what is the radiation dose in HRCT thorax? Any risk in 3 HRCT thorax in 5 years? please guide Sir

93 Views v

No please don't worry. The risk is very minimal ...  Read More

Hi I have undergone a lot of scans in the last 2 years to monitor the progress of liver cyst and retrocaval ureter. Till now I had 3 whole abdomen CT scans with contrast, 2 IVPs and 2 renogram and a few x rays one KUB region and 2 chest. I recently had a surgery of my ureter and might have to go for another IVP or renogram to see whether obstruct

...

138 Views v

Do connect and consult ...  Read More

My relative had undergone CT scan abdomen pelvis with contrast 3-4 yrs back ( reports were normal) and recently diagnosed with blood cancer. Does CT Scan Radiation cause cancer because a year back i had also undergone CT scan abdomen pelvis with and without contrast and i am getting panic attacks due to this?

367 Views v

Hi With one ct scan the likelihood of blood cancer is negligible. So don't worry ...  Read More

Hi iam 30f since last 4 or 3 years I have done unnecessary 3 head Ct Scans 1 chest hrct during covid out of fear. And multiple xrays of chest throat hand head unnecessarily. Am I at risk to develop cancer now or later. I am very much worried. Today I am going for sonomammogram I don't know if it is radiation scan plz help me i am very much worried

...

245 Views v

There is no radiation involved in sonomammogram. Ct scans involve radiation but the incidence of cancer in patients who have undergone diagnostic scans are very rare . There is nothing to worry about. ...  Read More

Till now in my life time I took xrays 2010 leg 2011 leg 2017 chest 2022 kidney 2023 chest 3CT: 1-2022 ct abdomen and pelvis with contrast (they take several attempts to see dye is spread or not) 2-2022 ct brain 3-2023 ct abdomen and pelvis at the time of mri All the results are normal, my father is a pancreatic cancer patient, now he is no more w

...

236 Views v

Hi The radiation dose of x rays is very minimal to cause cancer. And for the cumulative radiation dose with your mentioned number of ct scans is far less to cause cancer, so please don't worry. ...  Read More

Did ct scan on abdomen affect other parts like brain, head , etc with its radiation, its possible radiation can affect other organs at the time of scanning.

130 Views v

Hi It directly doesn't effect your organs unless cumulative radiation dose is high.Generally for 1 scan of ct abdomen, affecting other organs is very less likely ...  Read More

I have 7 CT scans in my last 7 years ( total 7 CT scans entire life) 1 in 2017(CT Abdomen), 4 in 2020 ( CT Chest Covid Year), 1 in 2022 ( CT Coronary Angiography) and 1 in 2023 ( Coronary Angiography). Am I doomed to have cancer due to radiations ?

376 Views v

No you are not doomed . You are not at any serious risk of cancer based on these . The benefit of doing investigation outweigh the small risk of radiation exposure . Don’t worry about this . Please m ...  Read More

Is once a year CT scan (plain) safe ? Does one need to be concerned about the number CT scans done in an year ?

310 Views v

Hello Ct should not be done unless necessary. Although radiation exposure is lesser. ...  Read More

Sir I had ct scan of chest and stomach with contrast. My report was normal.is there any risk due to radiation in ct scan ..

172 Views v

The radiation that you get from an CT, is so small less than 1mSv, which is way below any sort of danger levels. Also the effect, of radiation on body is so minimal from an CT, than the benefit that y ...  Read More

Please find my attached NT scan report. High risk mentioned for trisomy21. Just gave for double marker blood test. Do I need to take any other tests? Please confirm whether report is normal

182 Views v

Dont worry just do double marker as your age is higher side it comes under high risk do double markee ull get clear idea nt is normal ...  Read More

Related Topics:

Effects of ct scan radiation Bone mineral density scan Bone scan with dye injections
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Need a second opinion on Cancer?

Need a second opinion on Cancer?

Talk to expert oncologists

  • Private & Confidential
  • Audio Calls
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Ct scan risk

 96 Views
I had a ct contrast of my hand due to weakness after I had an electric shock. Is there any risk of cancer ... Read More

Ct scan risk

 187 Views
Sir I had a ct scan on my own with contrast . Will there be any risk of cancer ... report was normal

CT scan radiation

 92 Views
I recently got ct scan of abdomen my head hurts...actually first when I was under the ct they injected me ... Read More

Ct scan risk

 115 Views
I had ct scan of spine for back pain . Is it a risk of cancer. I had compression of vertebrates in the re ... Read More

Ct scan of spine

 109 Views
Dr I had a ct scan of whole spine which was normal . Now what is the risk of radiation for ct induced can ... Read More