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What are the side-effects of x-rays?
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When utilized: properly for diagnostic purposes, there are no side effects. There is a very minimal theoretical increased lifetime cancer risk, so X-rays should be used judiciously and only when the benefits outweigh the theoretical risk.
Answered 1/2/2017
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