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I Have Had About 6 Msv Of Radiation Exposure From

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Posted on Wed, 10 Jul 2019
Question: I have had about 6 msv of radiation exposure from medical imaging tests, is that enough of a dose to induce cancer?
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Answered by Dr. Indranil Ghosh (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Not likely to cause cancer

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.

I understand your concerns. However, medical imaging is necessary when felt by the doctor. In that event, whatever small radiation dose is exposed, the benefits far outweigh the cancer risk. No study has so far shown increased risk of cancer with medical imaging. Thia dose of 6 msv is also likely not high enough to cause cancer.

Hope this helps.
Regards
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I Have Had About 6 Msv Of Radiation Exposure From

Brief Answer: Not likely to cause cancer Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query. I understand your concerns. However, medical imaging is necessary when felt by the doctor. In that event, whatever small radiation dose is exposed, the benefits far outweigh the cancer risk. No study has so far shown increased risk of cancer with medical imaging. Thia dose of 6 msv is also likely not high enough to cause cancer. Hope this helps. Regards