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Had around 5 ct scans in my life. im 50 years old and never really knew they can be dangerous. is that amount of scans i should be worried about?

Q: had around 5 ct scans in my life. im 50 years old and never really knew they can be dangerous. is that amount of scans i should be worried about?

: No, you should not concern much about that radiation exposure throughout the years. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, you should not concern much about that radiation exposure throughout the years. Take care.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/20/2023

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A member asked:

Had around 5 ct scans in my life. im 50 years old and never really knew they can be dangerous. is that amount of scans i should be worried about?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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