Radiology Q&A - Page 8

Computed Tomography Radiation Hello, I previously had a fracture in my foot and underwent several X-rays. Recently, I have been experiencing autonomic nervous system dysfunction, which has led me to consider getting a health check-up. Would the combination of this and a CT scan r...

Is this amount of radiation high? I had three chest X-rays between 2020 and 2021, and after an injury, I had a CT scan of my head and one cervical spine X-ray. I would like to know the total radiation exposure from these procedures.

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Hello doctor, I apologize for bothering you. I am 26 years old and I had a chest X-ray in November of last year, one chest X-ray and one abdominal X-ray. In January, I had an abdominal CT scan, and in February, I had another abdominal X-ray. I would ...

Radiation Issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask if a radiation dose of 320 mGy for a CT scan of the abdomen is considered high. The hospital informed me of this dose, and I am concerned about the risk of developing cancer. If I want to become pregnant, how long should I wait? ...

Radiation-induced leukemia Hello doctor, when I was around 10 years old in elementary school, I had several dental X-rays due to root canal treatments. In high school, around 17 years old, I had a full-body X-ray. At 20, I had several chest X-rays (about 5) due to part-time work....

Upper gastrointestinal series (UGI series) I would like to ask the doctor: My mother had two spinal X-rays and two abdominal X-rays last month. This month, due to the examination, the doctor scheduled an upper gastrointestinal barium study. I would like to know if the radiation d...

Computed Tomography (CT) scan Hello Doctor, I underwent root canal treatment in May of last year, during which I had two full-mouth X-rays and four single X-rays (one of which was taken directly in the treatment area without a lead apron). On November 4th, I had a chest X-ray dur...

Repeated exposure to X-ray radiation in the same area? Hello Dr. Wang, I went to a large hospital to see an orthopedic specialist due to pain in my lower back on the right side. I had X-rays taken of my thoracic spine (front or back?) and lumbar spine on the same day. I also had ...

Is there a risk of excessive exposure to X-rays? In August and September of last year, there were a total of three chest X-rays, and in January of this year, two X-rays of the neck (front and side) were taken. 1. What is the approximate radiation dose from the above X-ray expos...

The impact of cervical X-rays on the thyroid gland? I have heard that the thyroid gland is more sensitive to X-rays. Previously, when I had a neck X-ray, it was directly aimed at my neck, and I am a bit concerned about whether my thyroid might have issues in the future.

Radiation issues Hello Doctor, due to health issues last year, I needed to monitor my brain and undergo pre-admission tests along with various examinations arranged by different physicians, which resulted in frequent exposure to radiation. I have had the following tests: 4 abdomi...

Will an abdominal CT scan cause male infertility? Hello doctor, I recently underwent a non-contrast abdominal CT scan due to some examination factors. The scan included the area around the testes, and I am planning to conceive a child. I am concerned about any potential adverse e...

The difference between low-dose and standard computed tomography (CT) scans? Director, I have undergone an abdominal CT scan in May 2019 and a brain CT scan in May 2020 due to symptoms and examination needs. I am scheduled to have a routine chest CT scan in February 2021, and I h...

Does radiation exposure affect egg quality? I underwent abdominal, chest, and lumbar X-rays once each in August this year during a health check-up. From September to December, I had full mouth X-rays three times and single tooth X-rays four times at the dental clinic. Due to susp...

Computed Tomography Radiation Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about radiation issues related to CT scans. In the past five years, I have undergone three CT scans: a CT scan of the abdomen (with contrast), a CT scan of the oral cavity (with contrast), and a low-dose chest CT...

Questions about radiation exposure? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you a few questions that have been troubling me for a long time and causing me concern. I appreciate your clarification on the following situations: In mid-July, I underwent coronary angiography (with contras...

Head and neck ultrasound equipment Hello, a few days ago I visited the ENT department at a local hospital. I initially wanted the doctor to schedule an ultrasound examination, thinking it was the type that could be done directly in the outpatient setting. Later, I realized that t...

Chest Computed Tomography (CT) Scan I underwent a low-dose chest CT scan during a health check-up, which revealed lung damage (a cavity in the lung lobe, suspected bronchiectasis). After continuous monitoring for six months, I had another low-dose chest CT scan, but the condition...

Abdominal Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Hello Doctor, I underwent an abdominal CT scan in September this year to examine my small intestine. I initially thought that the abdominal CT scan was solely for checking the small intestine. Recently, due to anxiety, I have developed some...

Side effects of contrast agents used in computed tomography (CT) scans? Hello Doctor: This year, during my company's health check-up, an abdominal ultrasound suggested a possible liver nodule or cyst (0.8 cm). I consulted a gastroenterologist at the hospital, who recommended...