Chest X-ray Complications

Learn how your age, health condition, pregnancy, medical history and more could impact potential Chest X-ray complications.

Chest X-ray Risk Factors


Possible Complications

Chest x-rays are done using a very small dose of radiation. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor or the x-ray technician. X-rays are generally avoided during pregnancy if possible.


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Learn what Chest X-ray is
What Is
Learn what the procedure is. Find out how it is performed.
Reasons For Chest X-ray
Reasons For
Find out why and when this procedure should be done.
Chest X-ray Complications
Complications
Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them.
Chest X-ray Details
What to Expect
Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards.
Chest X-ray Results
Results
What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results.
When to Contact Doctor about Chest X-ray
Call Your Doctor
What to look out for and when to call your doctor after a procedure has been done.

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