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Wanna join me for a CT scan today?

Don't all jump at once😄

I know they are about ten minutes, vs. 40 for MRI. YAY!! BUT I can't recall, is it more open too? I remember feeling so anxious in an MRI tube, with this loud humming over it, ughh! I think the CT scan machine has a bit more space and area around you as you lay on the slider?
Coralmist
41-45, F
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WillaKissing · 56-60, M
I cannot remember, but I have had a lot over my lifetime myself having had 12 surgeries from injuries, and I will sit this one out if you do not mind.

All I can say is that I hope all goes well.🩷
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@WillaKissing Ty Willa🌼
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WillaKissing · 56-60, M
@Coralmist you are Quite welcome. I know we do not sign up and get MRI's or Cat scans for fun like a carnival ride.

So best wishes with it!
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WandererTony · 56-60, M
Would have loved to join.
And yes, its easier than the MRI.

Do take care and sending you healing wishes. 💕
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DunningKruger · 61-69, M
I hope all is well with you.

I rather like MRIs,myself. I've fallen asleep a few times in them, but that may have more to do with all the tranquilizer I'm doped up on.
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@DunningKruger Ty Dunning🌼 Oh wow was it a type of sedation?
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DunningKruger · 61-69, M
@Coralmist Just a tablet. I don't remember what it was.
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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
CT scans are easy compared to MRI’s…I have had a lot of both.
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NativePortlander1970 ·
@cherokeepatti I get at least two ct scans a year, more if I have to go to the er for anything, i hate that iodine contrast and its effects on my bladder.
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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@NativePortlander1970 yeah I know, I have gotten the contrast several times too.
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JoyfulSilence · 51-55, M
The CT scan I had was quicker and less confining.

The MRI I had later was hard to endure. I just tried to sleep and focus on the music.
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Cyclist · 46-50, M
MRIs do not involve radiation. Regardless of more or less open, MRIs do not involve any risk. Because of that a physician will only order a CT scan when it is the only good option and absolutely necessary. So do it.
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Cyclist · 46-50, M
@JoyfulSilence I am a physicist. X rays are a type of ionizing radiation, which means that they can damage DNA. A CT scan involves a dose of X rays several thousand times higher than a simple X ray. That is why they can be harmful. MRI does not involve ionizing radiation, so it poses no danger.
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Cyclist · 46-50, M
@JoyfulSilence I did not change my reply.
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Cigarguy101 · 41-45, M
I hope everything goes good for you today. Keep us posted
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@Cigarguy101 Thanks friend 🌸
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wildfl0wer · 41-45, F
Hopefully it went well, Coral, and that your Dr finds whatever it is they're looking for. 🌸✨
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itsok · 31-35, F
We’re in this together, Coral. I’m ready to sit in a waiting room and make you giggle before your CT 😎
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@itsok Ty so much!!!!🌺🥹
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JackHoff · 46-50, M
@itsok Just dont try to get in the scan machine with her. 😂
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DrWatson · 70-79, M
Congratulations. You finally asked someone out on a date!
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RedBaron · M
No, I live in NY. CT is too far away. 🤣
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romell · 51-55, M
All the best
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SwampFlower · 31-35, F
I hope it all went well 🫂
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@SwampFlower My appointment is soon. I hope it's smooth and quick!!
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@SwampFlower 🫂🌸Ty Swampflower
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Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
I’ll come with you
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@Jenny1234 You are a good friend 🫂
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ironborn · 51-55, M
you've got this
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@ironborn Thanks Iron🌻
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rinkydinkydoink · M
When was the last time you read about something awful happening to anyone during an MRI or a CT scan?

Never, right?

Relax, C 🤗
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@rinkydinkydoink When I had an MRI years ago, I got SO tense, from the loud humming over me ( with PTSD I Feel someone is going to come upon me if I can't hear or see well) I could barely walk when it was done😢 the pains were so bad on my whole body from tensing up for 30 minutes. I just hope there's more area around you on a CT machine
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rinkydinkydoink · M
@Coralmist

I'm sorry for making it sound like it was not a big deal.

I - and everyone here - hopes you sail through your scan, Coral.
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Coralmist · 41-45, F
@rinkydinkydoink Thank you dinky🪻
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Thatsright · 61-69, M
Depends on the machine they have.
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NativePortlander1970 ·
(((((HUGS))))) I have had so many ct scans with contrast I lost track, the hum from the spinning almost always wants to put me to sleep. My last one was at 1:30 in the morning when I was in the hospital a bit over a month ago.
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