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Are 3d or 4d ultrasounds bad for the baby?
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Not a problem: These have been looked at for years & have never showed evidence of being a problem.
Answered 1/22/2013
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No, with medical use: Prenatal ultrasound, be it 2d/3d/4d is safe for everyone involved (mother, fetus, sonographer) provided it is used with energy alara priniciple (as low as reasonably achievable) and for medical indications only.
Answered 12/9/2013
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