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Does ct scans damage or worsen people or kids health?

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Dr. Richard Orr answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Maybe: In general, they are safe. There is growing concern that multiple ct's may lead to excess radiation exposure and potential long-term issues. If you really need one - do it! but, docs order way too many - many are done to help protect them from lawsuits. Plaintiff's attorneys love delayed diagnoses.

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/12/2014

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