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Is a hida scan (cholescintigraphy) dangerous for people w/ lupus or autoimmune diseases?

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Dr. Thomas Nameyanswered

Rheumatology 50 years experience

No.: No higher incidence of problems with autoimmune disease, ie .Lupus. One of the best tests for determiing gall bldder function. Wouldn't worry!

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Dr. Larry Wilfanswered

36 years experience

No: Nuclear scans will have no impact on the severity or your disease.

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Dr. Thomas Namey commented

Rheumatology 50 years experience

What did I say weeks ago.Agree or disagree. I am boarded by the ABNM.

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