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Results of my last mri were inconclusive and suggested another with contrast. pcp suggests that its too much radiation for my body. how so? 1 more ok?

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Dr. Yazid Almalky answered

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MRI has no radiation: MRI does not use ionizing radiation (high-energy radiation that can potentially cause damage to DNA, like the x-rays used CT scans).

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/26/2014

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A member asked:

Results of my last mri were inconclusive and suggested another with contrast. pcp suggests that its too much radiation for my body. how so? 1 more ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yazid Almalky answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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