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What are the complications of x-rays?
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None: As long as you do not get an excessive number of X-rays , there are none
Answered 8/13/2016
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None in: most cases. During pregnancy, particularly very early pregnancy, direct radiation to the pelvis could theoretically harm the fetus. X-rays have a minimal theoretical increase in lifetime cancer risk, which is cumulative.
Answered 6/11/2017
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