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Is Undergoing A DEXA Scan Advisable After Chemotherapy?

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Posted on Fri, 3 Feb 2017
Question: Hi,

I am recovering from breast cancer. I had 6 weeks of radiation treatments and finished the last one approx 7 months ago. I am currently in remission. My Primary Physician wants me to have a bone density scan(DEXA). Is it safe for me?
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Answered by Dr. Deepak Sundriyal (21 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Hello dear. Yes it is safe

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details. So a dexa scan to look for your bone densities is absolutely safe. Go for it.
Thanks and regards
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Is Undergoing A DEXA Scan Advisable After Chemotherapy?

Brief Answer: Hello dear. Yes it is safe Detailed Answer: Hello dear. I have gone through the details. So a dexa scan to look for your bone densities is absolutely safe. Go for it. Thanks and regards