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Pet ct scan
Hello doctor I have a gastric problem since a year and IBS also so I decided to make a once pet ct scan to all confuse and clear my problem free mind plz tel me 1 pet ct scan is dangerous or wat plz doctor.
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PET CT is not advisable. It's not dangerous but it's not at all required and diagnostic for you
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You dont need pet ct scan
Just maintain your routine diet and if needed go for medicine and try a course for week or so
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Proper diet
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Dr. Soudip Saha
General Physician
5 yrs exp
South 24 Parganas
Why are you want to do PET CT. This is a confirmatory test for any other disease.
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Take adequate diet and plenty of water. Do free and exercise every day. Take green vegetables and fruits, milk, soybeans. Give proper history .
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Any radiation is not good for health. PET CT involves lot of radiation. But in your case or in anyone's case we weigh the benefit versus risk and then do the scan if justified. It will not cause any harm to you, immediately so relax please don't panic. Only if you repeatedly do it - there is a risk of radiation induced issues. So focus on your medical issues as of now and not about the Pet CT.
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