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Is it dangerous to have two ct scans within 2 weeks period. is that to much radiation?
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No: Today, the typical radiation dose from a non-contrast head ct is less than the ambient radiation exposure we are all exposed to from the sun, air, water and earth in any given year. In other words, a very low dose radiation.
Answered 10/31/2013
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