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General question: how often did you get a CT Scan for MAC and/or bronchiectasis? Every 6 months, once a year, or ?
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@joan912 , Hello Joan. My doctor at the Mayo Clinic said he doesn't like a patient to have a CT Scan more than once a year, unless neccessary. CT scans are very powerful and can cause changes to your cells and DNA, so it is wise to only do get one infrequently. There is info on the precautions of scans on Google. Just be sure to go to ligit sites like Mayo, Johns Hopkins, etc. so that you get the real scoop.
Thank you, Terri. I think that's prudent. I believe certainly no more than once every 6 months, and preferably once/year.
@joan912 My pulmonary doctor does not like to order CT scan frequently either. I had one done when I first diagnosed. The second one was ordered last week after 3 years of the initial diagnosis. He does, however, order a chest X-Ray to be done every time before I go to see him (which is every 6-12 months) so he can make the comparison.
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I would be curious too!