why is it that you cant have an x-ray while prego and what can happen ?

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why is it that you cant have an x-ray while prego and what can happen ?

what can happen t a baby if you have an x-ray ?

2007-12-18 07:12:54 · 3 answers · asked by butterflysmile 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy

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http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/xrays.html
http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/women/pregnancy/fetal/373.html

These two sites say it's generally safe for you to get an x-ray while pregnant. Especially if it means making sure you're healthy, then baby's healthy, good luck!!

2007-12-18 07:18:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋

They say the risk of leukemia for the baby is much higher.

2007-12-18 09:53:10 · answer #2 · answered by pennypincher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

the radiation can cause birth defects! I had to have one while prego, and things turned out fine!!

2007-12-18 07:17:45 · answer #3 · answered by Emily E 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋