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Ct scan for kids
I want to know if its ok for an 8 year old kid to undergo ct scan. The boy's left underye is swelling because he encountered a minor accident.
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It's okay for any kind to undergo a CT scan if it is indicated. There is a minor radiation hazard but it's more important get the information a CT scan can provide at times.
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Please don't hesitate in getting the CT scan
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