I'm having one on to check my head tonight... is it any big deal? I've had headaches for a month now, and can't figure out a cause...
2006-07-27 04:51:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I have and I am claustrophobic. They turned a fan on and blew fresh air over my head/body. It really helped me.
2006-07-27 05:12:39 · answer #1 · answered by Padme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the machine, you might be standing or laying on your back. They have the standing machines for people who are claustrophobic; the other machine you lay on a table inside a "tube" while a device spins around the part of your body they are scanning. It's kind of warm, noisy, and sometimes you have to be still for several minutes at a time. Also, take off any metal you might have with you (including earrings and such) and if you have a tattoo, it might get swollen and a little itchy. Something about the magnetism of the scan and the ink in a tattoo causes that, but no harm. But as long as you're not having some sort of contrast run, no needles or anything, just get to hang out in one of those silly robes.
2006-07-27 04:58:09 · answer #2 · answered by David T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hubby had one yesterday. It's no big deal unless you fear closed spaces. Some MRI's are open, which means you're not in an enclosed space. Others are closed, which means you go into a tube. If you fear closed spaces, ask for something to put over your eyes so you can't see while you're in it. His only took 28 minutes. I had one do several years ago that took longer. Don't worry though. It'll be over before you know. Try to take a nap if possible.
2006-07-27 04:55:46 · answer #3 · answered by Jamie C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I've had several MRIs and CAT scans. It's nothing to worry about they just give you some earplugs and you have to lie very still - that's the important part - lying still. It will take less time if you don't move because then they wont have to redo. During one I actually fell asleep and gave a little snort so they had to redo one. It's not scary at all just a tube that you lie inside. Good luck =D
2006-07-27 05:01:05 · answer #4 · answered by girlygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is painless but noisy... takes about 20 minutes or so. The experience will also depend on the type of machine and how claustrophobic you might be.
Some machines are open and some are like tubes. The positive side is they will only insert you about half way for the head scan so it might not be as "confined"
2006-07-27 04:57:43 · answer #5 · answered by mgremlin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The MRI is painless. The only concern may be if you're uncomfortable in a confined space but if you're using an "open air" MRI machine, you won't even notice it's happening.
2006-07-27 04:56:05 · answer #6 · answered by Michael Myklin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one done for my back and it was one of the most terrible things I've ever gone through. First of all you have to wear ear plugs because it makes these loud series of noises. You cant move a bit. I got told I was moving to much because i moved my toe! Plus the thing vibrates alot. I was so nauseous when I got out. Good luck. Its just really hard not to move and I started getting clausterphobic. It took everything I had not to move and cry.
2006-07-27 04:56:45 · answer #7 · answered by smalltownangel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not that big of a deal. I had one done about a month ago for the same reason. You just have to be really still. You'll be OK unless your claustrophobic.
2006-07-27 04:55:38 · answer #8 · answered by sweetestthing 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had two MRIs done but both were on my knee. It doesn't hurt but it is uncomfortable to stay still for such a long period of time. I hope it all works out okay for you. Best of luck.
2006-07-27 04:56:33 · answer #9 · answered by ninja_girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one done for the same reason. It turned out that the cause for me was that I wasnt eating enough protien.(That wasnt descovered by the MRI though). I hope yours isnt more serious.
2006-07-27 05:04:19 · answer #10 · answered by sportsmess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋