Sort of a serious pregnancy question

I don't know if anyone can answer it, but it is worth a shot.

My SIL found out today she is pregnant, but she is really nervous because last Thursday she had an abdominal CT scan. She is concerned that it may harm the baby.

She is very early on (by her LMP, her due date would be July 11, 2008) and I believe I've heard stories of women having actual radiation early on in their pregnancy (then stopping once they knew about it) and the baby being fine.

Any feedback?? TIA

Re: Sort of a serious pregnancy question

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/catscans.html

Re: Sort of a serious pregnancy question

Re: Sort of a serious pregnancy question

Posted by KateDevine

Posted by GoldenRod

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/catscans.html

What about CAT Scans and risks during pregnancy?

A CAT scan involves exposure to radiation at levels slightly higher than normal x-rays. The effective radiation dose from this procedure is about 10 mSv, which is about the same the average person receives from background radiation (i.e. from the sun) in 3 years. However, the benefit of receiving an accurate diagnosis may outweigh the risk associated with radiation exposure.


According to the American College of Radiology, no single diagnostic x-ray has a radiation dose significant enough to cause adverse affects in a developing embryo or fetus. In general, CAT scans are not recommended during pregnancy unless the benefits of the CAT scan clearly outweigh the potential risk.


The most common complaint involves adverse reactions to the dye used during CAT scans. Reaction may include itching, hives, nausea or rapid breathing. Severe reactions, such as difficulty breathing, are rare.
As with any medical procedure, it is important to inform your health care provider that you are pregnant prior to any testing and medical procedures.

Thank you!!

My MIL works at a radiology office and told my SIL that this was a reason to terminate

SIL said the test was only 15 seconds or so, but twice.

Re: Sort of a serious pregnancy question

Posted by waterspout4

Posted by KateDevine

Posted by GoldenRod

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/catscans.html

What about CAT Scans and risks during pregnancy?

A CAT scan involves exposure to radiation at levels slightly higher than normal x-rays. The effective radiation dose from this procedure is about 10 mSv, which is about the same the average person receives from background radiation (i.e. from the sun) in 3 years. However, the benefit of receiving an accurate diagnosis may outweigh the risk associated with radiation exposure.


According to the American College of Radiology, no single diagnostic x-ray has a radiation dose significant enough to cause adverse affects in a developing embryo or fetus. In general, CAT scans are not recommended during pregnancy unless the benefits of the CAT scan clearly outweigh the potential risk.


The most common complaint involves adverse reactions to the dye used during CAT scans. Reaction may include itching, hives, nausea or rapid breathing. Severe reactions, such as difficulty breathing, are rare.
As with any medical procedure, it is important to inform your health care provider that you are pregnant prior to any testing and medical procedures.

Thank you!!

My MIL works at a radiology office and told my SIL that this was a reason to terminate

SIL said the test was only 15 seconds or so, but twice.

People are sick. I was going through chemo til I saw my BFP. Baby is fine. (Okay, he's large, but the dr said that had nothing to do with it.)