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Had 4 chest xrays earlier this year and apron only went up to my hips - can that effect my egg quality/quantity? trying to get pregnant.

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Dr. Michael Flax answered

No: A lead apron over or at the level of your hips shields your uterus and ovaries. It is unlikely that 4 chest x-rays would harm your ovaries anyway as the radiation dose is very small.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Had 4 chest xrays earlier this year and apron only went up to my hips - can that effect my egg quality/quantity? trying to get pregnant.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Flax answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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