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How can radiation (low dose 2 msv) to the brain affect the intelligence of the baby? my baby was only 7 months when he was exposed to radiation.

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Minimal effect: A 2 msv dose such as from a head CT is a very low dose. Unlikely to have any impact on intelligence or cognition.

Answered 1/15/2017

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A member asked:

How can radiation (low dose 2 msv) to the brain affect the intelligence of the baby? my baby was only 7 months when he was exposed to radiation.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

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