How can a xray affect pregnancy?

Answer 1

Answer Yes, but it is not good for the baby to have an x-ray done unless it's an absolute medical necessity. - This is only true after a few months when the baby starts developing bones.

The earlier in the pregnancy the more dangerous an x-ray would be to a fetus. In the first 10 days it's most likely to kill the fetus. After the first trimester the risks of serious harm decrease but that doesn't mean it's safe. All radiation exposure is particularly harmful to a developing baby.

Answer 2

Typically yes. The main concern is that the radiation from Xrays have been associated with an increased risk of cancer and diseases for the unborn baby. Although it is not certain if you can avoid it, do. It is VERY important to notify anyone who may be performing an Xray that you may be pregnant before the Xray.

Answer 3

No, not unless the baby was very nearly due and lying unusually high in the abdomen. A chest x-ray only x-rays the chest and not anywhere near the pelvis. It is not recommended to have x-rays during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester.

Answer 4

An x-ray will only show a pregnancy if the pregnancy is at an advanced stage. It is unwise to have x-rays if you even suspect that you may be pregnant as the radiation may harm the fetus especially in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Answer 5

They could do HOWEVER, no qualified medical practitioner would consider X-raying a potentially pregnant person. This is because the X-rays may harm the baby. If you want to 'see' the baby you would use a sound scanner to do this.

Answer 6

Do NOT get an Xray if you think you are pregnant... it can harm the baby and can cause miscarriage... You must see your doctor for an ultrasound...

Answer 7

Not Usually, the HCG Level maybe to low.