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Ct kub scan radiation cause cancer
My dad age 58. He got a CT KUB scan done. What are the chances of getting cancer in future from CT kub scan radiation ? What are the risks
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Chances are Nil. In fact you should ask such questions to your Radiologist before undergoing the investigations.
There are so many types of radiations in the atmosphere but we don't keep ourselves closed in radiation proof chambers.
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
there r other reasons for cancer too.CT scan once will not predispose for cancer
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Dr. Divya Kannari
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
9 yrs exp
Raichur
Can’t explain it
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Dr. Swarupa Amaravadi
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
30 yrs exp
Hyderabad
You should never think about risk if it is compulsory otherwise there will be difficulty in diagnosis
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Dr. Vidushi Sawhney
Gynecologist
16 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Hi
This cnt be said .
The advisable limit of radiation is higher than the exposure in 1 CT .
N if the investigation is necessary fr the patient then why shud sumone thnk otherwise .
Consult ur doctor
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Dr. Gunjan Agrawal
Obstetrician
18 yrs exp
Jaipur
Unpredictable
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