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I had 3 ct scans in the past 2 years, 4 total in life. doc wants me to get another for swollen nodes in neck. is this a dangerous amount of radiation?

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Risk benefit ratio: There is a small risk in undergoing a CT scan. However, the risk of not getting the diagnostic study may be more than the radiation risk. You should discuss your concern with your doctor, but it would be prudent to follow her/his advice.

Answered 3/12/2020

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A member asked:

I had 3 ct scans in the past 2 years, 4 total in life. doc wants me to get another for swollen nodes in neck. is this a dangerous amount of radiation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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