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A member asked:

I read head ct scan cause cancer is that true? and when should the cancer appear if i did it about 8 years ago i'm 21 now

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

CT cancer: All radiation is a risk factor for cancer. Including walking in the sun. It is impossible to answer your question in an individual. Risk is cumulative the more x-rays (or sun) the greater the risk. Would worry about other things.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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