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HRCT scan chest
I have got 3 HRCT chest scans so far. These were done 2 years apart. Also these were medically indicated because I had severe chest pain and HRCT found sternalis muscle but I really want to know if these scans can cause breast cancer in future ?
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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The amount of radiation from CT alone is not responsible for breast cancer . When there is already another reason, it may be a added reason
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One person has to take 10-20 CTs continuously and consecutive to get any effect. Less likely with a single ct per year
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Not likely.pl try to avoid as much as possible.
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