I've had two CT scans and four chest X-rays in just over a month. I'm really worried about whether this could be harmful. Could having that many scans increase my risk of cancer?

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chances are less

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Is there a need to keep my one-year-old HRCT chest scan films if they're normal? I'm wondering if storing them serves any purpose, or can I just get rid of them? I'm worried about clutter but also don't want to toss anything important for my future health. Do these old scans have any benefit for reference or upcoming doctor visits, or are they just unnecessary to keep?

yes

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I've had two CT scans within a four-month period during the COVID and post-COVID phase. I'm really worried about whether this could cause any issues or harm later on in my life.

ct has sideeffects due to radiation , but do it to avoid further complication of covid

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I'm wondering if it's safe for my 16-year-old daughter to get a chest x-ray. I know she's been advised to have one, but I'm concerned about how appropriate it is for her age. Should we be worried about any risks or try to avoid the x-ray altogether?

if compulsory then you can take

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