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Can X-rays Be Done At A Gap Of Three Days For Testing TB?

I was tested for TB 2 days ago and today I have been told that it was positive (20mm). The doctor wants to do an Xray. I had a chest Xray 3 days ago during a physical and it was normal. Do I need another Xray so soon? Could it be an allergy? I need a response by tomorrow since I have to send the paperwork for a religious mission. I am pressed for time and very confused. Please, help me.
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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welcome to Health care magic.
1.If you have done x-ray 3 days ago then there is no need to get done again, unless your doctor want to see another view of the x-ray after seeing your old x-ray.
2.If he has not seen or not been told about it inform the doctor about it.
3.TB test has nothing to do with x-ray.
4.X-ray will not cause allergy , but its not good in terms of radiation side effects.
5.Please follow the steps. Good luck.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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Can X-rays Be Done At A Gap Of Three Days For Testing TB?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.If you have done x-ray 3 days ago then there is no need to get done again, unless your doctor want to see another view of the x-ray after seeing your old x-ray. 2.If he has not seen or not been told about it inform the doctor about it. 3.TB test has nothing to do with x-ray. 4.X-ray will not cause allergy , but its not good in terms of radiation side effects. 5.Please follow the steps. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.