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I had an abdominal and pelvic ct scan last month. my groin was not protected. my sperm count is low and i can no longer hold an erection. my radiation dosage was at 865 dlp which seems like it converts to 16 mgy. is this permenent? was dose too high?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Dose not hi: The problem you describe are not from that level of X-ray exposure. The issues that you are describing need a good evaluation from a urologist

Answered 8/9/2017

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The CT had: no effect on your sperm count or erectile function. Radiation risks from diagnostic x-rays are primarily concerned with cumulative, long-term cancer risks. Best bet is to see a urologist for an evaluation.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/20/2017

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A member asked:

I had an abdominal and pelvic ct scan last month. my groin was not protected. my sperm count is low and i can no longer hold an erection. my radiation dosage was at 865 dlp which seems like it converts to 16 mgy. is this permenent? was dose too high?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Paul Velt answered

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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