Patient's question:
The baby keeps coughing during naps, so I took her to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor recommended taking an X-ray of the baby. I saw that the sign on the door said it had high radiation, so I asked the doctor if it would be harmful to the baby. He said that one or two exposures wouldn't be harmful, as he was concerned about the baby's condition and had it done. What assistance is needed: What are the hazards of taking young children to the hospital for X-rays?Doctor's answer:
Nowadays, it is generally not recommended to take X-rays for children unless it is absolutely necessary. In the past, it was believed that it was not too frequent and usually did not cause interference. People's sensitivity to radiation varies, and the degree of interference is also different. Whether there is interference may not manifest until later. X-rays primarily have an ionizing and biological effect on the human body, interfering with cell differentiation and growth. Children are more sensitive to the gonads and lenses, but the interference is usually only significant during exposure. These abnormal cells are either eliminated or broken down, and after a period of time, the body will regenerate new normal cells.