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- Side effects of X-rays include12345:
- Slightly increased risk of cancer
- Extremely low risk of short-term side effects
- Exposure to high radiation levels can cause vomiting, bleeding, fainting, hair loss, and skin/hair loss
- Temporary side effects from contrast medium (barium or iodine) may include changes in stool color, feeling sick, or developing a rash
- Rare severe reactions to the dye can occur
- Radiation therapy can cause short-term side effects such as skin changes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood cell counts.
Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.Side effects While X-rays are linked to a slightly increased risk of cancer, there is an extremely low risk of short-term side effects. Exposure to high radiation levels can have a range of effects, such as vomiting, bleeding, fainting, hair loss, and the loss of skin and hair.www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/219970Routine X-rays usually have no side effects. However, if you're given contrast medium before your X-ray, drink plenty of fluids to help rid your body of the contrast. Call your healthcare team if you have pain, swelling or redness at the injection site.www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/x-ray/about/p…There are no side effects or after-effects of a regular X-ray and you should be able to return to your normal daily activities immediately. If you had an X-ray with contrast, there may be some temporary side effects. Barium may cause your stool to turn a whitish color, and iodine injections may cause some people to feel sick or develop a rash.www.medicinenet.com/x-rays/article.htmThese include: hives itching nausea lightheadedness a metallic taste in your mouth In very rare cases, the dye can cause a severe reaction, such as anaphylactic shock, very low blood pressure, or cardiac arrest. If you suspect you’re having a severe reaction, contact your doctor immediately.www.healthline.com/health/x-rayDoses of radiation such as those given in radiation therapy also cause side effects. Short-term side effects depend on the area being treated but might include skin changes (ranging from mild reddening to something like a severe burn), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood cell counts.www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/radiation-e… - People also ask
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