Question 1

can mri contrast dye have side effects?

Accepted Answer

Rarely.: Rare allergies.
Very rare nsf if poor kidney function.

Question 2

side effects of radiation dyes in system?

Accepted Answer

Radioactive Dyes or: 'tracers' are special dyes usually given through an IV as part of a nuclear medicine study.  Tracers contain a small amount of a radioactive isotope that decays naturally over time and is eliminated in the urine and stool.   Most nuclear med procedures are painless except for mild discomfort associated with the iv.  Allergic reactions to tracers are rare. Inform the tech if you could be pregnant.

Question 3

what are some of the side effects of the dye they inject you with at the hospital?

Accepted Answer

More specifics:  What procedure is being done? Do you know the dye/ contrast material? If you provide us with more information via a re-submission we can give you a better answer.

Question 4

does radioactive dye injection have side effects of blood infection?

Accepted Answer

should not: The radioactive dye should be sterile and not cause infection. However, if the site of injection is not cleaned properly or the IV used for the injection becomes infected, there can be a risk of blood infection.

Question 5

can someone tell me the side effects of.an mri without contrast im having one today and im claustrophobic so im already freaking out!

Accepted Answer

MRI anxiety: Having an MRI is scary to many people. As far as I know, there are no real side effects to MRI's. As long as you do not have metal in your body, you will be fine. I suggest you notify the technician about your anxieties. They will try to make you as comfortable as possible. Remember to breathe calmly, keep your eyes closed and try to imagine yourself being somewhere else.

Question 6

what is the safest contrast agent for a child for an mri of kidneys? very concerned about side effects. how can we mitigate risk of contrast?

Accepted Answer

Very safe: All fda approved MRI contrast agents are very safe in people with adequate renal function. Much safer than ct contrast.  The incidence of serious allergic reactions is around 1:10, 000.  If the renal function is significantly decreased (glomerular filtration rate of less than 30 ml/min), then MRI contrast is contraindicated and should not be used.

Question 7

is gadolinium safe? recommended for mri with contrast. have read some side effects and concern about it being stored in body and adverse reactions.

Accepted Answer

Yes it is safe...: Very small amounts of some forms of gadolinium contrast (about 1% of the injected dose) are retained in the tissues, mostly in the bones, with tiny amounts in the brain. There are no known adverse effects from these very small amounts of retained gadolinium. Allergy-like reactions occur in 1 in 1000 patients (itchy skin rash); severe allergic reactions occur in 1 in every  10,000 people.

Question 8

any possible side effects of contrast used in mri pelvic scan, though no side effects on most people?any different types of contrasts for pelvic scan?

Accepted Answer

Not many: Gadolinium is usual mr contrast. Renal insufficiency or failure is contraindication. not many people are allergic to contrast. Certain internal metal objects made of iron and pacemakers will not allow scanning. Some patients are claustrophobic.

Question 9

is it safe to fly on airplane a few hours after an mri scan with contrast of neck spinal area ? or should i postpone? worried of side effects if any

Accepted Answer

Yes: Assuming you didn't have any concerning symptoms after the MRI scan, it would be okay to fly on an airplane.
Just drink plenty of fluids to help your kidneys filter the contrast agent used during the study. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003335.htm

Question 10

just had a ct scan with contrast dye for my shoulder two day ago , since then i m getting pains on my left and right lower side that comes and goes?

Accepted Answer

Likely unrelated : Ask your doctor to check your kidney function if you need reassurance. The contrast material used for ct is quite safe but may in rare instances affect the kidneys, more commonly in diabetic patients. Most radiology facilities screen patients prior to the exam to insure the safety of using the contrast media.

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Can someone tell me the side effects of.an mri without contrast im having one today and im claustrophobic so im already freaking out!

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What is the safest contrast agent for a child for an mri of kidneys? very concerned about side effects. how can we mitigate risk of contrast?

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Is gadolinium safe? recommended for mri with contrast. have read some side effects and concern about it being stored in body and adverse reactions.

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Any possible side effects of contrast used in mri pelvic scan, though no side effects on most people?any different types of contrasts for pelvic scan?

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Is it safe to fly on airplane a few hours after an mri scan with contrast of neck spinal area ? or should i postpone? worried of side effects if any

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Just had a ct scan with contrast dye for my shoulder two day ago , since then i m getting pains on my left and right lower side that comes and goes?

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