I am supposed to have a CT scan in the morning of the abdomen. I am a little nervous since I've never had one done. How long is the test usually and what should I expect? Is it painful when the Iodine IV is given?
2007-01-18 15:51:06 · 3 answers · asked by SoAZ Gal 6 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Yes I had one done early November and again in December. No it isn't painful and it was over in about 20 minutes. It is just the stick of the needle. Good luck!
2007-01-18 15:55:06 · answer #1 · answered by bflogal77 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had my 2 CT scan on monday. My first one was an emergancy check so they just gave my the IV fluid. And at the time it didnt hurt. But my second CT scan i went in and sense it was in my abdominde they made my drdink this red fluid and let it settle in my stomach for two hours. They also gave my the IV fluid to i wouldnt conceder it painfull more of a really really wierd warm sensation threw out your body. But you have nothing to worrie about
2007-01-18 16:14:45 · answer #2 · answered by RecentRevert 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The exam itself is only about 2-3 minutes. The contrast can cause you to get a warm sensation over your body - it's kind of weird, but it doesn't hurt. It's very easy.
2007-01-18 16:14:22 · answer #3 · answered by RadTech - BAS RT(R)(ARRT) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋