Can children undergo MRI?

Patient's question:

I have heard since I was a child that undergoing an MRI can cause serious harm to the body, so if it can be avoided, it should be avoided as much as possible to undergo such a high-intensity examination. However, my brother's son recently suffered a severe head injury, so the hospital arranged for him to have an MRI.
What kind of help is needed: Will a child's head MRI affect their body?

Doctor's answer:

The child of my brother recently suffered a severe head injury. The hospital arranged for an MRI, and the doctor ordered it for diagnosis. If a child undergoes a head MRI for diagnostic purposes, it is necessary. The interference it has on the body is far less than the consequences of not being able to diagnose the disease. Therefore, there is no need to worry excessively.
The above is my suggestion regarding the question, "Can my brother's child have an MRI?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!

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