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Hi iam 27 f I have already done 5 ct scans and 3 X-rays unnecessarily.now I am having severe upper back pain chest pain .so can I get mri cervical spine done if required or advised by a doctor?is it safe to get mri or usg multiple times?ct scans X-rays are not safe for me now so can I opt for mri usg?will the damage the tissue
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You can do MRI if required.
Take online consultation for detailed history and further advise.
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You go fir the test if the doctor advise you.
Please don't take unnecessary exposure as you have gone through it multiple times.
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AquaCentric Therapy
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Mumbai
Repeated MRIs done over a short period of time could lead to a high exposure to radiation.
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We recommend consulting an orthopaedic or a Physiotherapist to clinically diagnose and help you manage your pain.
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Dr. Rajendra Kumar
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39 yrs exp
Jaipur
Pain may be due to Cervical Spondolitis u can undergo for MRI
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