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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]“CT scans use ionizing radiation, which can potentially increase the risk of cancer, especially with multiple or high-dose scans. Contrast dye used in some CT scans can also have side effects, including kidney issues or allergic reactions. While the radiation dose from a typical CT scan is considered low, the cumulative effect over time and in certain populations, like children, is a concern.”

I’d only do a CT scan for my child if absolutely life or limb saving [/quote]

How could you possibly know if it was one of these, with your layperson "expertise"? You can tell by your gut if it's allergies or rhabdomyosarcoma?[/quote]

You can't tell either because you named a rare disease with entirely different symptoms aside from one. So by that logic we should all get MRIs and CT Scans of everything all the time because it could be a rare disease based on one symptom.[/quote]

No, that’s why I listen to the recommendations of the doctor who did med school and residency and has more knowledge than me about when proceeding with a CT is worth the risks. Because if I ignored the expert and something was missed that needed to be found, I would never, ever forgive myself. Your comfort level may vary. [/quote]

Doctors order unnecessary tests all the time. Party to cover them, partly to improve patient satisfaction that their doctor is “doing something” about their concern.  No, I would absolutely not get a CT for a stuffy nose in a teenager.  If the ENT couldnt see much bc her sinus were inflamed, she likely has an infection or allergies.  Wait until those clear and look again.  But she likely is having “breathing issues” due to the inflammation, nothing else.  I highly doubt the ENT thinks it is imperative she gets this CT.  He is just suggesting since he doesn’t see anything.  [/quote]

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