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[Meg13131]

This is slightly off topic, but I have a CT scan this Thur. because I have been experiencing unusual migraines, and I’m really worried because my father is severely allergic to Iodine, and I know they inject iodine usually during CT scans, i’ve never been tested for allergies, but my parents have had me avoid all shell fish and I’ve never had an iodine medication, I guess what I’m asking is am I at high risk to be allergic to Iodine? I know allergies tend to be hereditary and I’d rather avoid Iodine if I’m at high risk of having a reaction. If it is likely I am do i just tell the Dr.'s this and they use a substitute of some sort?

I'd really appreciate a response, preferably before Thur.
Thank You :)



This discussion is related to Diverticulitis Expected - Iodine Allergy Risk at Cat Scan.

[AJ2887]

I would just ask your DR about it. Thats your best bet because they might be able to do a quick test of some sort. I would call and talk to the DR before THurs. just in case. My mother is allergic to Iodine and my 2 brothers and I are not. I guess it may be the luck of the draw in your case and mine. Hope all goes well :)

[coughting]

Tell the tech about the iodine.  And they have stuff they can use that is better.
I am allergic to shell fish but have never had a reaction to the iodine

good luch