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Had two head ct scans in er. one with contrast, one without. both scans done within two hours of each other. will i get ct scan induced cancer later in life. are the risk negligible at my age?
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Not going to develop cancer because of CT. Can’t really predict the future but highly unlikely you will develop cancer because of a CT. Risks are low.
Answered 5/10/2021
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Modern CAT scans are very fast with minimal irradiation, and cancer risk is essentially nil. You are NOT at risk for cancer due to these procedures, so do not worry.
Answered 4/12/2021
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