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Scheduled to have rai. will be admitted to hospital for the treatment. i have a 6 and 2 year old. how many days before i can safely be around them?

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Dr. Jared Adams answered

Depends on dose: The american thyroid association has published guidelines on their site thyroid.Org. Expect 5 days, but your doctor will give you guidance and can follow your radiation level.

Answered 9/16/2013

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A member asked:

Scheduled to have rai. will be admitted to hospital for the treatment. i have a 6 and 2 year old. how many days before i can safely be around them?

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