A member asked:

I have panic attacks in ct scanners. how do i explain this to healthcare workers?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Louis Grenzer answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Not necessary: Any healthcare worker, especially those dealing with ct scans, would be aware that there are those who because of anxiety cannot take a ct scan. Some can handle it if given some anti-anxiety medicine prior to the scan.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic: Claustrophobias are not uncommon in tight places such as scanners, along with loud noise. Please tell the technitian that you have panic problem & they will accomodate.

Answered 1/5/2019

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