Elkins, Arkansas
A 32-year-old female asked:
Had ct scan to check for kidney stones, and few weeks later had mri of lumbar spine.i am a woman in thirties.does this increase risk of breast cancer?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in

Dr. Francisco R. Rodriguezanswered
Urology 11 years experience
Radiation: That amount of radiation will not increase risk of breast cancer, it can affect the fetus if you are pregnant.
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Dr. Creighton Wright commented
surgery 58 years experience
Always worth checking on necessity, radiation dosage, and avoid if reasonable.
Nov 25, 2013

Dr. Christian Schultheisanswered
Hematology and Oncology 26 years experience
No: No it does not. Hope this helps.
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