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X-rays can damage cells in the body by causing ionization of atoms, which can lead to DNA damage, mutations, and potentially cell death. The extent of damage depends on the dose; low doses may cause minor effects or repairable damage, while high doses can lead to significant cellular injury or death. Prolonged or high exposure increases the risk of cancer and other health issues. Thus, minimizing unnecessary exposure is crucial in medical imaging and treatments.
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What are the risks of xrays?
X-rays do not necessarilly hurt humans but too much may cause damage to life.
What happens when exposed to xrays?
Exposure to X-rays can harm living tissues by ionizing atoms and potentially causing damage to cells. This can lead to risks such as radiation sickness, DNA damage, and an increased likelihood of developing cancer. Protective measures, such as lead shields and limiting exposure time, are used to minimize these risks.
Why is lead is used in xrays and xray shield?
Over-exposure can cause soft tissue damage, burns, sterility , and possibly cancer.
Shouldn't a rheumatologist take xrays to determine if the pain is really from arthritis and not another disease?
It all depends on your age, how long you have had trouble with it and the results of blood tests that help determine what is happening. However Rheumatologist do use xrays to determine the progress and the damage being caused by the disease.
What do xrays have to do with the holocaust?
They experimented with xrays on the prisoners in the concentration camps. Mostly at Auschwitz.
How much does a series of knee xrays cost?
I just got my xrays taken for my left knee, it was four xrays for $100, it may be more other places
Bad when pregnant and take xrays?
Xrays are damaging to developing babies. Only as last resort.
What do you call a person who does xrays?
a person who translates your xrays is called a radiologist.
Did they have xrays in the civil war?
No, they did not.
Will XrayS damage an automatic watch?
Yes, prolonged exposure to X-rays can potentially damage the delicate components of an automatic watch, potentially disrupting its movement or accuracy. It is advisable to avoid exposing automatic watches to X-rays whenever possible.
How does a nurse use math in x ray?
They dont, nurses dont take xrays! Radiologic technologist take xrays!
Are xrays used at airports?
YES
