Patient's question:
After the child's clavicle was injured, the X-ray was taken by a first-day doctor who had just started working. The X-ray covered half of the child's face and the lower thigh. The doctor didn't ask how old the child was and stood near the machine for several minutes. Were those minutes also exposed to radiation? Did the doctor use a high radiation dose?Past treatment and outcomes: No. There were two full-body CT scans done that night, with three hours in between each scan. Three months later, another X-ray was taken, but the results were not satisfactory, so I remain unconvinced.
In total, was the harm significant? What kind of assistance is needed: Will there be any adverse effects? The child stood on the machine for several minutes during the X-ray—was the radiation exposure for those minutes? Half of the face and the lower thigh were exposed—what are the potential risks? This was done last year. Was the cumulative dose high?
Doctor's answer:
As long as you undergo a CT scan, there should be some interference. However, the degree of interference varies depending on the baby's physical condition and the area being scanned.Advice: Don't worry too much. Doctors only approve the scan after considering the baby's ability to tolerate it alone. It will gradually return to normal. Don't be overly concerned.
The above advice is for the question "Is it harmful for a child to have two whole-body CT scans in a row?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!