Why do some people not need an xray?

Why do some people not need an xray?

To answer that I need to explain why many people don’t feel like they are necessary. As you may or may not know, xrays just show bones. They don’t show soft tissue structures like the tendons, ligaments, meniscus in the knee, muscles, cartilage, etc.

Can a junior doctor see an X-ray?

In most trusts, if the x-ray has been requested internally eg junior doctor, the x-ray is frequently not reported and it’s up to the clinician to interpret the x-ray, which is a lot easier given that they will be able to see the actual x-ray on the computer system. Not necessarily.

What should I expect from an X-ray exam?

Expect not to feel anything during the X-ray exam. An X-ray is a painless procedure during which X-ray beams pass through your body and record an image. This procedure usually takes minutes for bone X-rays but can go longer if a contrast medium is used.

Can a radiologist look at an X-ray at home?

It is very easy to have an expert radiologist look at films because digitalization allows us to send any X-ray anywhere at any time. Radiology consults are easy to do, and a radiologist’s interpretation is quick and very helpful.

When to ask your doctor if you need an xray?

Ask your doctor if an xray is necessary. If there’s ever a question of whether or not an xray is necessary, you should always ask either the office staff or the doctor himself to determine what studies are necessary and important.

Why are bitewing X-rays bad for your health?

The problem: Typical bitewing X-rays, which show the crowns of upper and lower teeth, don’t expose you to a lot of radiation. But because the dosage is cumulative and people get so many of the X-rays over the course of their lives, the potential for damage can build up.

When do you need an xray instead of an MRI?

First, there may be findings on the x-rays that may make more advanced study such as an MRI unnecessary. One of the best examples I can give of that is obtaining knee xrays when evaluating for a possible tear of the ACL.

When do you need X-rays or CT scans?

When you need X-rays or CT scans: Most people can go 24 to 36 months between bitewings and up to 10 years between full-mouth series.