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Posted on: 02/28/2007
Question
Does the radiation from taking MRIs for the past month (meaning 3 times) affect your period not coming at all?
Answer
You do not receive radiation with an MRI scan. It is based on a magnetic field (that is why you are not allowed to have any metal on your body). A CT scan does give radiation to your body. Either imaging study should not affect your monthly menses.