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What Can Counteract Radiation During CT Scan?

I am hypoglycemic so I need to be very careful with the types of juices I make. In the last year I have had to get several ct scans including a pet scan to check the status of lung nodule. I would like to know what you recommend to counteract the radiation that goes along with these scans.
Mon, 17 Feb 2014
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There is nothing much you can do to counter the necessary radiation as required for evaluating your lung nodule. I can only suggest you to protect your lower abdomen and pelvis during CT scan with a lead apron. This will limit radiation to the part which is being scanned.
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What Can Counteract Radiation During CT Scan?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. There is nothing much you can do to counter the necessary radiation as required for evaluating your lung nodule. I can only suggest you to protect your lower abdomen and pelvis during CT scan with a lead apron. This will limit radiation to the part which is being scanned.