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Is Undergoing A DEXA Scan Advisable After Chemotherapy?
Question: Hi,
I am recovering from breast cancer. I had 6 weeks of radiation treatments and finished the last one approx 7 months ago. I am currently in remission. My Primary Physician wants me to have a bone density scan(DEXA). Is it safe for me?
I am recovering from breast cancer. I had 6 weeks of radiation treatments and finished the last one approx 7 months ago. I am currently in remission. My Primary Physician wants me to have a bone density scan(DEXA). Is it safe for me?
Brief Answer:
Hello dear. Yes it is safe
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details. So a dexa scan to look for your bone densities is absolutely safe. Go for it.
Thanks and regards
Hello dear. Yes it is safe
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details. So a dexa scan to look for your bone densities is absolutely safe. Go for it.
Thanks and regards
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