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Query regarding HRCT thorax
Last year I got HRCT thorax done during covid and since then I have right sided chest and back pain.
Got multiple breast ultrasounds, MRI of ribs and sternum, xray, Echo, ECG but everything came normal.
planning to get HRCT thorax done again.
How dangerous is it getting HRCT thorax twice in a year ?
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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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Its not dangerous per se but excessive radiation should always be avoided unless deemed necessary. Also if you have to go for ct then please go in for a contrast ct of chest.
Please consult before going for the same
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Ct scans are recommended only if there are symptoms..otherwise it’s unnecessary radiation exposure
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It’s ok
Get it done
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Ct scan are only necessary, if warrented.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.
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