"Cat Scans"?

[PrimroseLane]

Has anyone here had one of these? They think I might have a couple of large hernias and want to do a scan to make sure and check things out more thoroughly but I'm just leery about them. I'm a bit claustrophobic.

 

[Lyra]

CAT scans have, I think it is 500 times more radiation than an x-ray. For some reason doctors call for them all the time now, when often the course of treatment would not change without the scan. I would have another talk with your doctor and let him know that you would prefer not to get it done unless it is really necessary.

 

[Luvkenny]

I have had one cat scan. It wasn't a big deal except there is a lot of radiation. Have you had an ultrasound yet? Wonder why they can't tell from that?

 

[PrimroseLane]

Thanks for your replies. I'm not sure why they don't want to do an ultra sound but will ask the next time I go. I have another appointment in a couple of weeks (been putting it off) so will see if that can be done.

 

[Primrose]

A cat scan will give the doctor a clearer picture of what is going on with your hernias. It offers a cross section of the area where as an x-ray or ultrasound does not. Just close your eyes and think pleasant thoughts and you should get through it just fine.