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A member asked:
Will i need to take a belly button piercing out for an x-ray on my spine?
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That depends: Really on the size of the jewelry piece as to whether it would obstruct a clear view of the spine from a front to back (ap) or back to front (pa) image.
Answered 4/8/2013
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Yes: It would be best as it may interfere with seeing what you are looking for.
Answered 4/8/2013
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