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Is it dangerous to have too many x rays? my doc is sending me for a third time in 6 months.

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Yes.: Too many x rays are indeed not good, but often they are necessary. Every x ray study should be considered carefully. Dose of radiation depends upon part of the body being radiated. Back, abdomen and hip xray carry the largest dose. Chest xray is a relatively small dose of radiation. Should ask your doc why?

Answered 12/15/2012

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Is it dangerous to have too many x rays? my doc is sending me for a third time in 6 months.

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