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CT Scan safe or not
Are CT scan, ECG, x-ray, steroid injections & tablets safe for 1yr baby? All these are done for my 1 yr old son as part of his COVID treatment. The same have been done for my 4yr old daughter also.
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It's only disadvantage is radiation exposure but ct scans are part of treatment protocol so can't do much about it
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Dr. Nikhil Shambhu Kedia
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bilaspur
1 year old needing a CT scan for CoViD is rare. Did he have severe breathing difficulty? CoViD what is being seen in kids is very mild and rarely needs extensive investigation. Same for steroids usage. I guess he is reasonably sick to have been advised these. If he is that sick the benefit of investigations outweigh the risk of radiation. I am sure your doc would have explained this in detail.
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I think you should discuss these concerns with your treating doctor.
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