Question 1

does a head ct scan cause brain tumor in adults in lifetime?

Accepted Answer

In fact, CT scans em: A single CT scan (of any part of the body) is HIGHLY UNLIKELY to be the cause of a tumor to start in an adult. In practice, however, I do CT scans on patients ONLY when history and examination indicate greater benefit than risk so as to keep radiation exposure to a minimum. If you're interested in discussing further using telemedicine or personal visits please call 440.842.3816. Cheers!

Question 2

i have had two head/brain ct scans, can that cause brain tumor?

Accepted Answer

highly unlikely: It is highly unlikely that the amount of radiation that you were exposed to during 2 ct scans will have any harmful effect at all.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130531/mayo-clinic-experts-provide-some-insight-about-radiation-dose-from-ct-imaging.aspx.

Question 3

is it really dangerous to have 2 ct scans of head 5 and a half months apart? will it cause  brain tumor like some people say?

Accepted Answer

Safe: This is well within the safe dose of radiation exposure. It is important to remember that time does not reduce the risks of exposure to more radiation. In otherwords, radiation exposure doesn't "wear off", and is cumulative over your lifetime.  Best way to think about it is if the ct scan is really necessary, do it. If if not really necessary, hold off. Discuss this with your doctor to find out.

Question 4

is it possible i have a brain tumor? i've  had this horrendous pain originating  from a spot on my head had a ct scan done no contrast-clean

Accepted Answer

Tumor Unlikely: While a very small tumor could be missed on ct scan, a very small tumor would not likely cause a severe headache.  Consider migraine.

Question 5

can a negative ct scan without contrast of the head miss a brain tumor causing headaches?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can: Did you go to an ER with H/A &amp; they did a knee-jerk don't-sue-us CT scan which was normal? If you've had H/As for at least 3 years, the chances of finding a tumor on brain imaging are no greater than for someone with no history of H/A. Are your headaches of recent onset, relentless &amp; worsening? If not, you can find something else to worry about, like the outcome of the 2016 presidential election.

Question 6

is it possible to develop a brain tumor 3 days after a head ct scan if it was clean?

Accepted Answer

: That is unlikely. But MRI is more sensitive in detecting brain lesions and abnormalities.

Question 7

if a head ct scan with and without contrast ruled out brain tumor can i be sure that i don't have a brain tumor?

Accepted Answer

Why do you worry?: Cat scan is adequate to demonstrate even a modest size lesion, and seems reassuring.  Yet, you remain focused and perhaps doubtful.  Urge you contact a counselor and explore the underlying causes of your persistent concerns.  Actually brain tumors are quite uncommon.

Question 8

do you thing the radiation i got from head ct scan 3 years ago gave me a brain tumor-im asking because im having a brain tumor symptoms now im worry?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The dose from a single ct scan probably would not cause you to develop a brain tumors.  Most brain tumor are sporadic.  It pretty much impossible to predict who will develop one and why.  Please see your doctor if you are worried.

Question 9

i recently had a head and neck ct scan. one without and one with contrast. what are the chances a brain tumor causing symptoms was missed?

Accepted Answer

Very remote: CT scan will pick up a brain tumor easily although it is not the best test for small(tiny) tumors. But then you would not have any symptoms from a small lesion. Please share information about your symptoms with us....we like to have detailed history of what is bothering you to start with.

Question 10

do i have brain tumor? having mind fog,headaches & dizzy spurts. had head ct scan 3 months ago- clear. could 1 have formed sense then!

Accepted Answer

Possibly, but more: Possibly, but more likely other causes. The biomarker integrin alpha5beta1 resonates with the presence of cancer cells.Check to see if this biomarker is present. The most common reason for mind fog is elevated ABeta which occurs wiith the presence of intracranial infection. Biomarker beta amyloid 1-42 will identify and quatify the presence of mind fog. Get your ears checked for the dizzyness.

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Is it really dangerous to have 2 ct scans of head 5 and a half months apart? will it cause brain tumor like some people say?

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Is it possible i have a brain tumor? i've had this horrendous pain originating from a spot on my head had a ct scan done no contrast-clean

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Can a negative ct scan without contrast of the head miss a brain tumor causing headaches?

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Is it possible to develop a brain tumor 3 days after a head ct scan if it was clean?

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If a head ct scan with and without contrast ruled out brain tumor can i be sure that i don't have a brain tumor?

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Do you thing the radiation i got from head ct scan 3 years ago gave me a brain tumor-im asking because im having a brain tumor symptoms now im worry?

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I recently had a head and neck ct scan. one without and one with contrast. what are the chances a brain tumor causing symptoms was missed?

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Do i have brain tumor? having mind fog,headaches & dizzy spurts. had head ct scan 3 months ago- clear. could 1 have formed sense then!

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