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CT scan of 16 msv whats the cancer risk
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
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The risk is there.
Why did this question not come to your mind before getting the Chest CT done?
And how relevant were the findings in your further management ?
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No need to worry
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Dr. Somil Jain
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Ayurvedic Endocrinologist & Internal Medicine Specialist
2 yrs exp
Jaipur
Go for pft
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for treatment and consultation pls connect to me
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No need to worry that much if you still having trouble you can consult for further information
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Consult for treatment
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The diagnostic benefit outweighs the risk. Minimize future radiation exposure, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and avoid unnecessary imaging.
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Go for Pulmonary function test and review with reports.
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Can help you with your concern. Your concern need to be evaluated in detail with history and possible examinations. Can contact for consultation via chat
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Wonderful guy at 20 u r going to detect cancer quite revolutionary.
Life is to live peacefully at 20 although not impossible, but least possible.
Chill
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PFT.
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Dr. Gaurij Hood
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Valsad
It does not increase the risk significantly.Pls connect for further discussion and solution.
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Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Unlikely pls don't worry.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Kindly consult once for discussion
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Dr. Savita Thakur
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Unusual….still go for pft if any doubts.
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
-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 Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take bb by of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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