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Will an MRI hurt my baby?
I am a little worried as I am pregnant and in my first trimester and I need to habe an mri scan on my knee...im so
worried that it wi harm the baby can aanyone shed some light of this please Im so scared
Many thanks
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My (admittedly quick) research shows that there is no evidence of risk to pregnant woman from an MRI itself, however some have mentioned there is a possible risk associated with the contrast/dye that is sometimes used in MRI's. You should double check about that (asking if it can be done without the dye) with the doctor that ordered the test.
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An MRI is not an x-Ray. MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. It is done with a magnet not gamma rays. If your doctor thought it would hurt your baby the doctor would not have ordered it.
If you have any concerns you should check with your GYN for advice. Your GYN is the one caring for you and you unborn child and should have the final say as to whether or not you should have the MRI or not.
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