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CT Scans / Hemoptysis
- Thread starter LouLou
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I can't remember the last time I had a ct scan with contrast.
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I can't remember the last time I had a ct scan with contrast.
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I can't remember the last time I had a ct scan with contrast.
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I can't remember the last time I had a ct scan with contrast.
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I can't remember the last time I had a ct scan with contrast.
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
I do get a non contast chest CT scan every two years instead of having a chest x-ray. Due for one is a couple of months. The proceedure is over relatively quickly, certainly less than 10 minutes.
Before I had my last operation 8 years ago I did bleed during the end of the CT scan. But at that time I was bleeding more times than not that is why I had to have the rest of my left lung removed. I don't know if it was helpful for them in reading the scan that I did bleed.
I agree with Diane...explain your concerns to the Tech then ease yourself down very slowly by stopping every so often for a period of time before finally resting flat. Praying keeps me calmer. Let us know how it goes.
Keeping you in prayer that is goes well and the information from the scan will be helpful to your care. <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
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65rosessamurai
Guest
*raises hand from way back in the classroom* I have a question...what is "contrast" and "high resolution"?
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
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65rosessamurai
Guest
*raises hand from way back in the classroom* I have a question...what is "contrast" and "high resolution"?
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
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65rosessamurai
Guest
*raises hand from way back in the classroom* I have a question...what is "contrast" and "high resolution"?
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
6
65rosessamurai
Guest
*raises hand from way back in the classroom* I have a question...what is "contrast" and "high resolution"?
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
6
65rosessamurai
Guest
*raises hand from way back in the classroom* I have a question...what is "contrast" and "high resolution"?
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Is it an "option" for when they develop the film?
The two times that I've gone in for a CT, they never mentioned anything about "high resolution" and "contrast".
I don't mean to sound like a "rocket scientist", but my understanding about a CT Scan is that it is basically a computer that can pick up better X-ray images than the common Through Transmission of the X-ray film that has been used for years. The CT Scan still uses X-radiation, but less than the typical X-ray. Also, I'm sure the technicians, when (and if) they are running you through the machine two times, probably use two settings for the resolution of the images. Contrast, if it's still based on DAC technology, would only be filtering out the highs and lows of the "noise" that comes with the data information.
I could be wrong, because I'm using this knowledge based on what I already know from basic Ultrasonic Testing...which means if this were about Ultrasonics, I could get more technical....anyway, I hope someone can answer my question, I think it's a good one.
Lauren, My regular cat scans are without contrast. The only time they gave me contrast for a cat scan was after my first embolization to get a look at the blood vessels and make sure there werent any more badly dilated ones that might need attention while i was still there.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Lauren, My regular cat scans are without contrast. The only time they gave me contrast for a cat scan was after my first embolization to get a look at the blood vessels and make sure there werent any more badly dilated ones that might need attention while i was still there.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Lauren, My regular cat scans are without contrast. The only time they gave me contrast for a cat scan was after my first embolization to get a look at the blood vessels and make sure there werent any more badly dilated ones that might need attention while i was still there.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Lauren, My regular cat scans are without contrast. The only time they gave me contrast for a cat scan was after my first embolization to get a look at the blood vessels and make sure there werent any more badly dilated ones that might need attention while i was still there.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Lauren, My regular cat scans are without contrast. The only time they gave me contrast for a cat scan was after my first embolization to get a look at the blood vessels and make sure there werent any more badly dilated ones that might need attention while i was still there.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.
Fred ~ Contrast is a dye they inject into your veins thru an iv. It allows the radiologist to see your blood vessels and spot any possible problem areas.