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How often should i perform a head mri as a cancer prevency? i had it done 2 years ago (with angiogram) because of my migraines and everything was ok.
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MRI: An MRI is unlikely to be helpful. See your doctor to prescribe meds to control migraines.
Answered 8/3/2015
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Ecclesiastes 3:11-15 Genesis 3:22-24 Psalm 90:1-12 John 4:3-26 You shouldn't: MRI is used in migraines to rule out serious conditions as the cause of new headaches. Once that has been established unless there is a major change in the type of headache or a headache that will not stop it is not indicated to do repeat MRI's. They are not used to screen for cancer. Screening is used for non symptomatic people at higher risk, which is not your situation now. Good health.
Answered 8/29/2015
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You should not: Performing an MRI to prevent cancer is not an option. If that is what you mean. The magnetic fields do not prevent and looking for something that may not be there is wasteful. Your last study was normal, stop. If something changes in your health, then get another
Answered 8/6/2015
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