Patient's question:
My wife has been pregnant for about 20 days. Without her knowledge, I had her undergo two additional CT scans for my mother-in-law (who has heart problems). The first scan was successful, and then I had another one done three days later. The doctors involved were all informed that pregnant women should not participate in such procedures if they are planning to have children! My wife was fully covered in a radiation-proof suit. It wasn’t until five or six days later that she found out she was pregnant. Now, what should we do? Can this child still be kept?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, she is pregnant. A diagnostic CT scan is safe, as the amount of X-ray exposure is not sufficient to cause fetal malformation. Only therapeutic CT scans, which are longer in duration and have higher radiation levels, pose risks. Your wife had two diagnostic scans, and apart from the protective shielding, there should be no problems. Don't worry.It is recommended that she rest well during the day, avoid overexertion, take care to stay warm, and avoid catching colds. She should eat more nutritious foods and reduce her intake of spicy and irritating foods. Make sure to attend her prenatal checkups on schedule.