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I hd a MRI 3 times now abd theydid use the dye NO ONE Infomed me ofthe risk with the dye. It was later that I found out about it. I understand that it helps find things but having the die 3 times in 6 months? Im worried about the side effects how do I know if I will have NSF?
I had a contrast dye injection for a cardio CT scan. I had a severe reaction to it. My whole body felt very heavy, I felt faint and nauseous and my eyes were extremely blood shot and I had patchy swellings on my face and under my eye and I also had uncontrollable body shakes. I was immediately given a high dose of antihistamine and also a steriod injection. I had to remain at the hospital for the rest of the day and could not drive home. I really did feel dreadful and was left with a very back headache. They also informed me that on the 2nd shot of the injection during the scan my heart rate raced sky high. I will now no longer be able to have any contrast dye injections. I was not fully aware about the injection before the scan.
When I had my ctscan w/contrast, the tech but the contrast in my arm instead of the vein. I looked like popeye. My arm was swollen and bruised for a week. I wonder if this could cause any damage.
My wife just had a ct scan done with the contrast dye, for a potential kidney donor, and she broke out in little red bumps that look like hives. she took benadryl tablets and but is still experiencing hot flashes along with the hives.
I had a CT scan with oran and IV contrast this morning. I got so incredibly sick to my stomach that I was gagging and heeving during the test. The immediate ill feeling left me shortly after the test was done. Now I just feel 'blah' and sleepy. OH and they really should TELL you you are going to feel like you are peeing on yourself. I freaked out!
I've had three cat scans with dye in the last year and a half, abdominal/pelvis scan. The first two times, my legs were shaking pretty bad, but I think they were before I went in due to nerves. The last time I didn't have any shakes, only my throat got pretty dry, which could've been from not being able to eat/drink since the previous night. I'm a cancer survivor, so I'm happy to check up and make sure I'm clean. Cheers,
I am having this test tomorrow, and really appreciate your comments. I am a litte on edge about getting the contrast but feel it is important to really get a good view of what is going on. I will update tomorrow if good or bad experience.
I had one today, the people giving the test kept missing the vein, they thought they got it in then my vein blew up after 4ccs. THey didn't want to try it anymore, SOOO I get to go back and try it again, they want me to drink a ton of water before I go in. It helps the veins, but now I'm looking at my hand and its swollen, and I either think I'm having a reaction to it OR they missed the vein and shot 4ccs in my body. I'm not happy with the whole experience and I have had this done before with out any problems, I hope everything works out, and I unfortuantly will have to go get the the thing done again, I am going to have words with the people's managers and make sure they have someone that is competent to put the needle in.
I had one yesterday and the only side effect I had was feeling warm all over when the contrast was injected. The tech however had told me this would happen. After the test I drove myself home and had breakfast because I was starved.
My daughter had 2 cat scans within a matter of days 3 years ago..since then she gets sick alot and stays sick for a long time.. very often it's nothing they can pinpoint but it is obvious that she is very ill..she is sick right now with some type of infection but they don't know what..so they prescribed a strong antibiotic and she is beginning to get better...just wondering if anyone else out there has anything similar to this going on.. this may have nothing to do with the cat scan but doesn't hurt to ask..
I had a ct scan done for possible inflammed appendix (I just had the stomach flu) after the test about 2 hours I had a horrible back ache and aching in the pelvic area almost to the point of needing pain medication, I toughed it out and it made me think it was from the contrast die or the orange drink (Contrast fluid?) before the test. I hope it didn't hurt my kidneys???
I have had 3 angiograms and angioplasties,with excruciating shoulder pain each time..I mean sobbing pain. The last time during the procedure the Doctor told me to raise my arms upward,it pushes the dye out of the shoulder joints..amazing,the pain stopped immediately..wish I had been told this the other 2 times..the rest of the procedure went smoothly with me smiling .
I had a CT scan 6 days ago with contrast IV. i woke up the next day with a badly swollen red face - very hot to the touch and itchy. the next day the face swelling was better but my eyes werenow almost swollen shut and the itching was bad. By day 3 there was no more facial swelling - but the itching was still there - mainly on my chest, waist, earloabes and neck. I noticed that my lymph nodes were all swollen in my neck - which is of course concerning because i was being scanned for cancer - swollen lymph nodes can be caused by allergic reactions - hoping to get clarification in 2 days once i meet with my dr to review the results. I haven't been able to find more than just basic information about the allergic reactions to this contrast substance - nothing says it lasts more than a few hours and here i am on day 6 and still in physical discomfort - my skin is itchy and very dry - no amount of expensive face creams will keep it hydrated for more than a few hours - lips chapped. I can't be the only one going through this. but i can't find a similar story online - that's why i decided to add mine. hope it helps someone.
I had a CT scan on Monday, two days ago. While I had the ejection I felt nice and warm.(I am always cold) It scared me a little when I was told I would feel warm and it would feel like I pee myself. It felt actually finally nice and warm.
Last night (one day after the procedure) I started feeling itchy on my stomach and back. I have severe rash that burns, hurts and itches like crazy 24/7. I went to the emergency at the Hospital and they gave me a anti hystamine which is supposed to help but it just makes me calm and sleepy. It gets the itch under control but my stomach, bum and inside upper legs are red and full of little bumps. It doesnt go away and next I will go see a Doctor again. The Doctor I saw felt it was hives from the Dye. I know it is a reaction to something but just not sure if it is from the Dye. I didnt have anything unusual to eat that could have give me a rash.
I did everything I was told when I had the CT scan. drink lots of water and not tan. Its just unbelievable to have such a rash.
I have had several CT scans w/ and w/o contrast in the past 4-6 months. They DID tell me the side effects and all that goes with the dye injection as well. I think that finding out what is wrong w/ you is important and they would not have found the tumor in my kidney had they not done the CT scan w/ contrast. I count my blessings everyday. I did not break out in hives or a rash nor have a headache or any other sypmtoms.
Had CT with dye injected earlier today. Feel starnge / nauseous in my stomach. Appetite etc ok but feeling in my stomach like I am in horror movie and being frightened all the time.
I had second CT with contrast dye scan for chest area two days ago. I also had illeostomy so solid waste goes into bag (for 5 years). Everything fine but then last night my solid waste stopped coming and all my liquid waste went through the stoma (which goes into bowel)--a straw colored liquid. I produced very little urine through kidneys. This morning also felt lightheaded and slightly nauseous. Don't know if this all from the dye or not.
Hello - i had previously posted about a CT injection reaction (a few posts up) I wanted to give a status update. the redness and swelling finally subsided after 8 days. My skin is still dryer than normal but i'm making sure to moisturize throughout the day and it's getting better - the lymphnode swelling was in fact caused by the reaction. Here are a list of products that i found helpful for the hives and swelling.
- gold bond extra strength itch lotion - helped ease the itching for 30-45 minutes. Arius allergy medication - i had tried others but they didn't seem as effective, allergy medication seems to effect different people in different ways - this one worked for me.
Cortizone cream did nothing at all for me though it was recomended by the Dr (in a very small amounts)
Oher advice i would suggest is if your skin is red and itchy - try to not touch it often - it's hard but i found that as soon as i caved in and scratched or touched, the hives got worse...sometimes just the pure mental aggitation of focussing on the hives and getting upset about it made it worse.
I found that the medicine along with doing something...anything to get my mind off of the discomfort made a huge differencein the some cases the hives subsided.... and ladies, forget about wearing a bra if you can - it made the rash so much more worse than anywhere else on my body.
hope this information is useful - i'd encourage all of you to post an update once the symptoms get better - since thats the information we were all looking for in the first place - help the next guy or gal out :) - good luck.
My daughter had a MRI with contrast. She completed the procedure without any problems. But after 2 hrs. she started having severe pain from the site of the dye towards the whole hand through which the dye has passed. In some areas it is more and as if some thick objects are inside. Used some antiinflammatory gel, tablets, antihistamines and even a course of antibiotics. Hot compresses also continued. Even after 10 days still continues the pain. Now there is some relief.
The last contrast dye application, before the 24th of Dec, 2009, was in the 1st half of the eighties, at which time the side effect was as if I were dying. Since that time I have always had that in my medical records, so that the medical personnel is aware. I did not have any side effect at the time, when contrast dye was used on the 24th of Dec, 2009
I had this just the other day, and about 10 minutes after drinking the contrast, I felt a great deal of nausea. I went to the washroom, felt like vomiting, started getting chills, and persistent ringing in my ears. I left the washroom and my vision went black and I nearly fainted. It came back after two minutes, and I continued on with the injection into my arm. The injection was said to feel a bit warm, but when they did it, my entire arm started cramping uncontrollably and it felt like it was burning, so I asked them to stop, and that was only half of the dye apparently. I wonder what caused all of these things.
I had two cat scans in 2007, one in July and the 2nd one in December. I have red bumps on area of my body and itching all of the time. I have had blood tests for alergies, biopsy, many different meds prescribed by a doctor. Nothing seems to stop the itching. I figured after two years it must go away, but no chance, still itching. Any suggestions.
I had an MRI Today Jan 2010 and specifically asked if there were possible side effects and the tech said there were none! The nurse botched my 1st IV and I made her try the 2nd attempt in my other arm. I was nauseous during the test but it passed. I felt the dye when it was injected - it felt like boiling water going through my veins but didn't hurt, was just startling. When I got home I was super hungry & ate a sandwich and went to sleep for 4 hours. When I woke up I ate dinner and then was extremely nauseous and threw up. Now I am drinking a bi-carbonate to settle my stomach. Ask for a valium when you are getting an MRI because you have to lie still for a long time & it will relax you & lessen feelings of claustraphobia.
i had an mri scan with the dye. It didnt work in my arm so got it put into my hand. i was under the scanner for around 10 mins when i felt severe pain in my had where the dye was being injected. i had to stop the scan. they said the dye had leeked and sent me on home. later on that night my hand and wrist began to swell and was in a lot of pain. this lasted throughout the weekend so i went to a&e and was told i was allergic to the dye. i ended up on on antibiotics, antihistamines and anti inflamatories.
I had the mri scan and dye injected into my hip 2days ago, it was very painfull as the dye went in and it felt very wierd and my leg felt very heavy. after the injection i passed out twice, which was very scary as my blood pressure dropped very dangerously. now im still in alot of pain with my leg is this normal??? it is horrible i cant move!!! aimee
I had a CT Scan with Iodine on January 8. Immediately following I had pain in my left calf and right arm from elbow to shoulder. I saw my doctor on January 11. She did not see any bruising and told me not to worry. On January 17, I had a stroke from a unknown cause. I had no risk factors and am in good health. The hospital said it could not be related to my pain in my calf and arm from the iodine. Fortunately, it was mild stroke. Any one else with this excperience?
Today, I had a ct scan and the dye gave me very bad lower back pain. It also made my heart race and a little dizzy. When the test was done my pulse and blood pressure taken everything was normal. when I got home I felt very slug and tired. I tried to drink some water and it tasted really bad. That was my experience with my ct scan.
I had a CT Scan in June 2008 and another CT Scan Dec. 28, 2008. I have had hives and itching for over 2 years. Been to Doctors, Biopsy, nothing, blood test, nothing, many different meds and nothing seems to stop the hives and itching. I wished someone could figure out how to get this to go away.
I had a CT scan today with contrast. I was not informed of the side affects prior to the injection. The process was for me to drink Barium at 9p.m. then again at 730am. My appt was at 830am. I entered the radiology department and they started an IV on me and walked me to the CT scanner. I did not have to get undressed. I laid on the bed and they attached an IV line that was hooked to a VERY large Syringe that was attached to the scanner. Then they left the room the machine bed was pulled up then back throught the round xray portion of the machine. The tech told me to hold my breath and then the bed went up and back again. Then without warning, they had the contrast go into the IV which ran into my Left arm. I felt the liquied go into my arm and I suddenly felt very hot starting in my neck with a funny flavor in my mouth. I stopped caring about that when the hot feeling went down the rest of my body. I was instantly concerned because I felt like I was cooking from the inside out. I was really VERY hot which made me panic a little. When I asked is this normal they said it was. No hotflash I have ever had has been this hot. It came and went in a matter of a few minutes. It has been 8 hours and I do not feel good. Not sure what is wrong but I feel very lethargic. I hope this helps whoever reads this prepare for their MRI with contrast. I wish I had some of this info before I left this morning for my test. They really should be required to tell you this information so it is not such a surprise. I think everyone has a different response and maybe that is why they don't tell you.
I had a CT with contrast dye scan for chest area two days ago. I wasn't told to take some fluids beforehand! I felt a very warm flush through my body and the metal taste in my mouth, as well as a more rapid heartbeat! I got dizzy when I wanted to get up after they were finished. In the waiting room I starting feeling a bit disorientated: dizzy, headaches and nauseous, as well as getting hot flashes. I could barely get out of bed yesterday - terrible muscle pain and stiffness (I do also suffer from Fibromyalgia)and a general sick feeling. I felt very tired and still do. I also get stomach pain off-and-on. My lower back was/is also very painful and I think it is my kidneys. I drink lots of water, but don't urinate accordingly (much less). O yes, I also experience a sore throat during the coarse of the day. So, now I feel sick and very tired and would like to know what's going on with my kidneys?!
I had a CT of my chest this morning (Feb 2, 2010). I was told nothing by mouth for 4 hours prior, which meant my last liquid was at 10pm last night. It is the 3rd chest CT since May, 2010. After each one I am fine at first, but between 20-40 minutes after I get the worst case of chills- like what happens when you have a high fever. It lasted about 45 minutes while I was drinking 4- 5 glasses of water to try to flush the dye out. The chills have passed, but I am extremely achy and lethargic. I called the lab and neither the nurse nor the radiologist thought it was an allergy. Neither had ever heard of such a reaction. Since I have to have this test repeated every 6 months, I would like to find something I could do that might help prevent or lessen the effect.
I had a ct scan where I had to drink the orange contrast plus I had to get the IV contrast. This was on 1/24/10 till this day I still have a metal taste in my mouth, and after my test I didn't have anything to drink for about 15 hours and even then I didn't drink much. Wondering if the dye could still be in my body?
I had CAT scans yesterday for chest, stomach and abdomen, with contrast. Other than the usual hot feeling when the contrast dye started, I felt no particular side effects 9itching, etc.). But last night about 9 pm I noticed that my lymph glands in my throat were extremely swollen; shortly after that, the area between these glands also swelled up (I presume this is my thyroid). There was no pain, but it is pretty scary. Naturally I cannot get hold of my doctor to aswsk about this until later today. I already take Claritin,so I am hoping that this will help. I feel pretty certain that I just need to wait for the iodine to be absorbed by my body - I hope! I have had CAT scans before with contrast and never experienced this. May be another effect of my chemo.
I had CT scans before chemo, but this was the first time I had any AFTER chemo. The iodine contrast caused thyroiditis the evening after the CT scans. My throat glands swelled up, then my thyroid. No pain, but it was very scary! I chewed raw garlic and it had gone down somewhat in the morning. But at dinner that night, everything swelled up again - I realized it was probably from the sea salt I use on my food. Now the area is a little sore and still a little swollen, but it appears to be ok.
I had MRI with contrast (brain) last Friday (Feb 4) and experienced no side effects.
@ Cheryl, I am going through the same problem. I get fever and my WBC count goes high. Doctors suspect presence of some infection in my body but are not able to find out what it is.
They have done all the tests and every test is normal.
CT scan, MRI, bone marrow. I have gone through all of them but nothing turns out and its crazy. They give heavy antibiotic nothing else.
suggest something if you have a similar story.
Has anyone ever exp blisters on their tongue/lip after a ct with contrast dye ? I've been having the scans for 5 yrs (post stomach cancer) and have always been okay apart from the warm feeling.
Hi Rosy,
Did you have the blisters within a few hours of the dye injection? It could be a mild reaction to the contrast. Some people develop allergies after repeated exposure...
Many years ago, I was injected with dye for a kidney x ray and almost died on the table. My throat closed, heart raced, blood pressure went way up, and I passed out. Now I need an MRI for my liver. Even though I'm being told the contrast dye is totally different than what I reacted to, I'm unable to give permission to be injected. Any thoughts?
I had a CAT scan about 3 weeks ago. The information I received had a warning for diabetics. I am not diabetic but hypoglycemic (which is a blood sugar issue). The day after the dye was put into me, I had a severe hypoglycemic crash (I have never had one that severe, ever) and began to shake like I was chilled (but I wasn't). As I said, this was three weeks ago and I am still dealing with the hypoglycemia symptoms (insomnia, anxiety, lightheadedness).
I had a CT scan fall of '09 with contrast. Had the warm fuzzy feeling when it was injected but a few days after the test, I experienced that warm feeling in my right buttocks. It would come and go in 10 seconds. No pain, just the onset of the warm feeling and then fading away. Months later now, it has moved to the back of my right thigh. Anyone experience this? My doctor says it might be a pinched nerve. ????
I had a CT with contrast dye of the abdomen 2 days ago. The test went ok, but on the way home I developed an almost Migraine like headache that is still present! I am also dizzy as a bat and walk like a drunk person. Nausea also is affecting me even when I am not trying to walk. How long does this last? Is this a well known side effect? Why do they not mention it with the other symptoms and does it mean that I should not have the dye in future? My sister and mom reacted severly to the dye when they had it in the past...
I had an experience just a few weeks ago, after being admitted in the hospital for chest pains, I had to have an CT w/dye injected into my veins, the whole experience was terrible, instant burning throughout my body, my ears began to ring and sense then still do, I felt nauseated, dizzy, my vision was blurred, my nerves went hay wire, and I began to get constant, sharp, stinging pains in my legs and shoulders, my neck ached on the right side, as well as the right side of my head, these pains are still effecting me today. I wasn't given any heads up on what can happen by getting this procedure done, but I thought it would be for the best, sense I was admitted for chest pains.
I had a CT today with both an injected dye and Barium Sulfate drink.
The Barium caused diarrhea about an hour after ingestion, so be prepared for that.
The dye caused a flush similar to amyl nitrate, which I suspect is some agent used to dialate the blood vessels for the dye. There are some body aches afterwards, but nothing major. Curiously, my singing and whistling have improved - must have coated mouth and vocal cords. The technician recommended drinking plenty of water afterwards to flush the dye in order to prevent kidney damage. This is also probably a good idea to counteract the dehydration from the Barium. Now I know where I will be spending the rest of my afternoon - whistling on the can.
I was in the hospital from 2/10 until 2/17 with extreme stomach pains I had 2 st scans, one with dye injected. an xray every day no contrast, I was on a regime of two anti biotics through iv. my stomach went down I had a colonoscopy sp? everything was clear for chrons etc. but a few days after getting out of the hospital, I have broken out with a rash under my right arm and it goes around to the centr of my back, it hurts and is blistery. Could this be from the anti biotics? what should I do? Thank you.
I have had several abdminal/pelvic ct scans and also head/brain ct scans. I had no adverse reactions except for the hot feeling during the administration of the dye. My husband, however, had an angiogram with contrast and was allergic so he broke out in hives. Very bad
for him. I am wondering why physicians do not do contrast ct scans on elderly patients and what the risk is som type of kidney damage I believe?
I had a ct scan yesterday and after the procedure the severe headache started. I have never had migraine headaches but I am sure the headache I have is very similar to a migraine. I am not planning on having a ct scan again.
Yesterday, March 5, i had a ct w contrast. i noticed when the tech started the IV, blood was squirting out of it. I knew something wasn't right, then they injected the dye and my arm tightened and the pain was immense. I started yelling at them to stop and they didn't until they looked at me. My arm turned green then a blotchy rash was all over me. The tech said I was allergic, but I had this test many times before. They started another line and I was ok, yeah i had the usual warm feeling but nothing like the first injection. i now realise that he put the line in my ARTERY! Today my arm aches and am having a lot of stomach troubles. Any advice? Is this dangerous to have the dye in my artery?
I had an MRI with contrast and was surprised how quickly it was over.The person who was doing the procedure was in contact with me the whole time and I was given an alarm in case I felt panicky.It was almost like being on a building site with several different noises going on but otherwise painless and not worth getting worried about.
Cat Scan with contrast done last Wednesday - fine during the test and after. The following evening, started with itchy heated blotches, then getting worse and worse. I am now on day 5 of swelling, hives everywhere on my body, lips, stomach, face, eyes, legs, chest, back...everywhere. I have made 2 trips back to my doctor, and 1 emergency room visit - I would not wish this on anyone. I cant sleep, I cannot get comfortable any which way I try. ABSOLUTLEY NO contrast for me ever again! My question??? how long is this gonna last?
CT w/contrast yesterday. no problems. felt a little warmth after the dye was injected, but nothing major-just a tiny bruising where the tech put in the IV...
Glad I found this site. I had a CT Scan approximately 3 weeks ago, and decided to look up the side effects because since my CT Scan I've developed a bad headache in the back of my head, neck pain and a feeling of pins and needles in my left pinky finger, my right arm is achy and feels painful at times since the injection of the dye. I'm awakening from sleep to a lower left back pain that shoots right through starting in my back through to my abdomen it doesn't appear to be coming from my spine. Test revealed no Kidney problem other than a slowing down of my left kidney function and a cyst. Originally thinking I have a pinched nerve, but now I'm wondering if it is effects from the dye. It would be nice to know if it's after effect of the dye on the system.
The test did reveal I have a abdominal aorta dissection. My original complaint of flank pain on the left side of 6 years still has not been diagnosed.
I had an MRI in the eighties. Before it I was of normal size. I notice my legs and arms start to grow immediately after the MRI. For years my legs grew to now un human size. My thighs are about 50 inches around. My skin on my legs is tight and hard. I'm told it's from the gadolinium. I need help to find ways to cope and legal help or lawyers that will steer me in the right direction. Terry
Had a CT scan 5days ago suffering from itchy skin and burning feeling to head and neck.now having flaky skin on face its like being burnt during suinbathing anyone else experience this and how long it goes on for?
I had my ct coronary angiogram scan yesterday near noon time. By afternoon, I had slight fever n vomitted. It was bad. Could have made worst by the slight cold that I already have. After the contrast was injected into me, I also felt sudden pain at the area where I was injected. I lt felt that something was pulling off my flesh. I had quickly informed rge radiologist. Age abs her colleague quicly attended to me but said that everything was fine. Could be due to the saline.
I had my cat scan done on Friday, I was informed of the procedure, what it will feel like, up and including being subjected to 8 months worth of radiation, that you naturally pick up in day to day living.
I was also questioned when i had the last scan and they do not do more then one, unless it is a life and death issue more then once a year.
The people that mentioned getting two close to each other, with nasty side effects are likely suffering from radiation poisoning and should see their doctor about it.
I had no side effects , just a few annoyances, like the tech, not finding my vein. But hospital policy is, they get 2 tries , IF no luck, they need to find superior to find the vein, if none is available they reschedule.
I was also sent home with a phone number, had i any concerns and symptoms; i could call.People are reading this for reassurance and i urge you to remember that everyone is
All this said and done, the worst part of my scan was before hand, hearing about all the horror stories other had to tell DIFFERENT. You have a right to know what the procedure is, but you also have an obligation to provide all the information, such as medicine your taking, last x-rays are all crucial information for your safety.
ANY PROCEDURE you are subjected to, you have the right to know what to expect, understand it fully...some drs are not very forthcoming with this information, insist on answers anf if that annoys the dr, just tell him, its your life, not just a job , YOU NEED TO KNOW
Had CT scan 30th march 2010 It was a mechanical injection that popped the vein and the contrast went into my flesh istead of my vein . My hand felt as though it was exploding the pain was extreme. Hand and arm to the elbow became extremely swollen and I spent the next two days in hospital for what should have been a half hour visit to the imaging room. Am now wondering what effect this contrast is going to have on my tissue and joints in my hand. Has anyone else had this happen to them.
i have had about 7 cat scans within 4 months since nov i am losing my hair and i am very itchy all over no one seems to know why i am losing my hair or why i am so itchy please help
I had a head MRI and chest CT scan yesterday. I had the dye for the CT. They told me I would feel hot flushes, a metalic taste and I would feel like I was going to wet myself. All of these did happen. Later, when I got home, I experience terrible stabbing pains in my head (forehead). I suffer from migrains and headaches anyway, but I don't think I have experienced one like the one I keep getting. I don't know if these are side-effects or not. But I am worried. Paracetamol doesn't seem to help either. Help?
Had an MRI brain scan with gadolinium some years ago. I was not aware of side effects so was somewhat shocked by urgent need to vomit (whilst inside the scanner) within s couple of seconds of the dye being injected. Had a head/ face/ neck CT scan with Opti Pak two days ago and have had brilliant red chest and very white face intermittently since. However, surely this is not major when you consider the reasons for the scans (tumours in my case).
I had a dye injection six days ago to determine the state of my bones. Immediately after the technician finished with the test, I left and when I removed the bandaid, I noticed a large lump at the injection site. I returned a couple days later and the doctor said I had an allergic reaction. He as given me an antibotic, but it is doing nothing with the large lump. Does anyone have any information on such a reaction? Thanks for the help.
Are there any one who has something positive to say about this procedure? I'm getting ready to have a CT Scan of my lungs and I need some positive input if anyone has any.
for an mri wear earplugs!!
the dye was ok
Sandy,
Most contributors are sharing their bad experiences. Keep in mind that there are millions of CT scans done every year without any issues...
For those that want to research more about gadolinium contrast being used during MRI/MRA/CT scans, type the following phrase into a Google browser without the brackets: [the train radiologist didn't see coming].You can read my experience plus researched links to discussing nephrogenic systemic fibrosis. The co-inventor of Magnivest, Dr. Weinman proved long ago that two gadolinium contrasts were linked to the development of fibrosis in lab animals. His research was ignored and not published resulting in the drugs being approved for human use. The two specific gadolinium contrast Dr. Weinman found a link between them and NSF was Magnivest (Bayer) & Omniscan (GE). He re-stated in a public forum that they had known there were potential problems with gadolinium contrast since the 1980's.
<http://www.diagnosticimaging.com/display/article/113619/1184977>
Read page 61 of this ACR manual link below, guide on use of contrast media, version 6, 2008: 140 confirmed cases of gadolinium contrast/NSF, only 27 radiological facilities responded to survey!!
<http://search.acr.org/search?q=cache:eCEmSE3vM0cJ
www.acr.org/SecondaryMainMenuCategories/quality_safety/contrast_manual.aspx+manual+of+contrast+media&access=p&output=xml_no_dtd&site=default_collection&ie=UTF-8&client=default_frontend&proxystylesheet=default_frontend&oe=UTF-8> Leading pathologists (Dr. Abraham) as well as others are concerned about the build-up of gadolinium metal in the patient population due to the enormous use of gadolinium contrast. Minimum single bolus dose is about 5.7 grams for a 240 lb patient,,,that's right,, 5,740 milligrams of gadolinium metal/chelate per bolus dose. I had one bolus dose of gadodiamide and developed nephrogenic systemic fibrosis,,,,,,one dose,,,one time,,,,my life is a living hell.
<http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&aq=0h&oq=the+train&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4GGIC_enUS283US284&q=the+train+radiologist+didn%22t+see+coming>
If that doesn't bother you enough to re-consider allowing a known unstable toxic heavy metal gadolinium (contrast) to be injected into your body, then read the following Government Accountability Office audits of the FDA post marketing drug adverse event monitoring program,,,,it basically isn’t functional. Reporting drug adverse events are solely voluntary in most, if not all states, meaning that less than 1% is ever reported and even those that are the FDA cannot properly process them. Read the GAO audit reports of the FDA below, plus my researched links above,,,,your lives may depend on you making descisions,,,not the for profit healthcare industry. I am living proof that once you develop a drug related disease/adverse event,,,the medical community will abandon you.
Empower yourselves in this solely for profit healthcare industry.
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Today I had a CT scan done...and I started itching about 4 hours later. My hands, arms, & neck itch very badly. I really thought I had peed on myself when the warm dye entered!!! LOL!!! I was only told I'd feel warmth...not like I had just wet myself. :-)
Hi Anna,
The itching sounds like a delayed reaction to the contrast injection. Let your doctor know!
I wanted to say thanks for allowing my previous post above (May 02, 2010). Since you allowed that information to be presented to the patient population within this forum, I will say this as a compliment to the radiological community:
It was good to read that the radiology community began to move away from the use of Omniscan/gadodiamide/GD-DTPA-BMA in the patient population on your own without regulatory action, as Dr. Kanal & others had already done, when data began to indicate it's direct link in a patient developing gadodiamide associated nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.
thank you
Corrected link to the American College of Radiology ACR):
Manual on Contrast Media Version 6, 2008. Page 61 discussion of gadolinium contrast and the development of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis. Data from a survey of radiological units across the country, to which only 27 radiological facilities responded. On page 61 within the manual of contrast media version 6 ,2008 corrected link shown below,,,they found 140 confirmed cases of gadolinium-contrast associated/induced nephrogenic systemic fibrosis from only 27 facilities responding. That is a high rate of gad/nsf.
This is a link to the ACR Manual on Contrast Media version 6, 2008 (.pdf) document:
http://www.acr.org/SecondaryMainMenuCategories/quality_safety/contrast_manual.aspx
I apologize for the link error in my May 02, 2010 post above.
thank you
I went to the ER yesterday. I was having ab. pain in my pelvis area. A CT scan was order and I was injected with dye through my IV. I felt a warming feeling and felt as if I might need to urinate. When they were pushing me back to my room I began to have a horrible pain in my right side. I think I have a high tolerance for pain, but this pain was more then I could handle. I cried and moaned and was given more pain medication 2x's to finally get the pain to reduce. I sweat to the point it was dripping down my face and down my back. It took about 10 minutes to get relief. I'm not sure if it was due to the dye or not? The Dr. had no idea either? They was able to find out with the help of the CT that I have a cyst on my bladder. I'm going to let my doctor and any other medical forms that I had a reaction to the dye.
I have been getting alot of emails in the past asking if I had problems from a MRI. I always deleted them before but yesterday I decided to read the entire email. I started to put things together in my mind, after one of the questions was if you had a rash around the eyes. Well, I do have a rash around my eyes at the corners and going around the front about an inch long both sides. I've had this for a couple months. The redness has lessened but it still itches from time to time. Before this several months ago I went to the ER because out of nowhere I started developing a swollen itchy painful rash on both arms. I was diagnosed with having the hives. A few months after that was healed up, I started getting a rash on my legs and buttocks with the same degree of discomfort. That also has healed. My treatment was anti itch creams and benadryl. But with this rash around eyes I have been using plain lotion because there is a warning about getting it into the eyes. My experience with CT scan was normal but about 17 hours after at home I vomited. I had a repeat CT scan with dye a few months laters because I wanted a second opinion. No vomiting or sickness afterwards. Now I am putting everything together in my mind after reading the side affects and other people's experiences and I am wondering about it all too. My second opinion results turned out that I don't have the major problems the first CT scan found. Anyway, I just took a benadryl seeing if I can't clear up this rash around my eyes. I use it sparingly not to over do that. And if it doesn't clear up within the next couple weeks, I'll go to primary doctor for a dermatology referral.
I had an MRI ordered for a different problem and it was ordered without contrast. The tech told me she was going to use contrast because that what the radiologist wants to see everything better. I refused the contrast, so she made a note of it that I refused contrast to the radiologist. This is the same radiologist that missread my CT scan. I know this because I had the CT scan looked at by another radiologist. Along with getting another CT scan at a different facility. My primary doctor read the results and told me I was normal. Now if I end up going back to him for this rash around the eyes, I will bring it up about the dye from the CT scans. KG
I had a CT with contrast on Thursday. Today is Sunday. This was my second in two years. First one just made me warm in the pelvic area. No big deal. This time I got warm and felt a weight on my chest. After I had a headache and nausea. Now every day I am fine until about 1pm, then sudden nausea and a bad headache. I was informed, but did not know it would take this many days to recover.
when i got my ct scan for my abdaman the dye made me really sick and when they said it was going to feel like i was peeing it really didnt,im a female to me it felt like i was on fire,now i have problems with going pee.but that was what happened when i got my ct scan good luck.
I received a CT scan with contrast dye about a month ago. I felt very uncomfortable at the time due to the strange sensations. I had difficulty lying still during the scan.
Now a month later, I'm having burning, tingling pain throughout my body. It's the same type of sensations that I felt during the scan. Also, experiencing severe muscle spasms and cramps in my legs and thighs. Is this connected to the CT scan/contrast dye? Has anyone else had this experience? I'm very worried.
I have evidently had different
side effects from the dye. (Severe
nerve pain and skin cracking and
non-healing on right hand.) This
followed the administrating of the
dye in both armpits. Anyone else
had this problem. It's been since
2003. No one takes it serious?? Pain and skin problems begin the
following morning after scan.
Had a CT Scan done today for chest. Scan went fine. Dye felt warm. 6 hours after I have a headache. Right eyeball feels like it is going to pop out.
I'm going to drink a few brewskies to flush the old kidneys and get the dye out lol.
has any one had severs dirrhea after cat scan with dye
I had a CT scan w/dye yesterday. I questioned the doctor about it. He was adamant, so I made him give me Benadryl beforehand, but I didn't know about the long-term side effects. Tonight I have a flushed face, headache, the shakes & a small rash. For a while I had a metallic taste in my mouth. I drank a lot yesterday, but not enough today until tonight.
Had CT in November 09 due to pneumonia. Dr. wanted to rule out blood clot in lungs. Experienced what they warned me of, metallic taste, warm flush, and sensation of wetting myself. The warm flushed feeling (very uncomfortable and as intense as the day I received the contrast) continued on and off for 4 months as well as absence of menstruation. Periods returned, yet abnormally, warm flush is gone. Too young for menopause and timing too coincidental. Can't find any information as to direct link. Some Dr's I spoken with won't express an opinion. Some have said not likely since the contrast leaves the system quickly. Had a blood draw today they are checking my thyroid and hormone level.
I had. PET scan w contrast dye a year ago and got extremly nauseous , once I got home I got sick and threw up.
I sure that the fact that I was really hungry and thirsty since I had an afternoon apointment did not help
I understand that it was necessary , since I was having a Lumpectomy the next day, just not a pleasant reaction.
My husband went for a PET/CT scan on Wednesday. had to stay clear of everyone for 6 hours post scan. He felt fine until Wednesday night. Slight headache with fever. Thursday, symptoms got worse....after 1pm with severe chills and fever, mild nausea. Only thing that breaks fever is cool shower. Now it's Monday and he still feels disoriented, has fever on and off and gets chills....Any suggestions? He has bladder cancer and had a tumor removed the first of June. Hasn't had any treatments yet.
I had a cat-scan to see how expensive a mass on one kidney was. The results were not that intrusive, but still they want to take out the kidney "just in caes". I don't what it is, the dye, or the scan but I started feeling light-headed the day after, and still do.
I had a CT abdoman/pelvic w/ iodine through veins.went through 3 pictures but chest started hurting and I could not breath,also face became blood red. abdoman excusiating pain doubled me up,could not move,my chest became worse and worse w/pain, I was given at least 7 injections in emergency room w/5 doctors that did not seem to know what to do,I felt like I was going to die,after about an hour some of the pain subsided. My chest is still so sore and difficult to breath..there was no Doctor available during the scan, not until I thought I could not breath again...what is going on in our hospitals...do we have any recourse, do I have any sort of legal case, how do these doctors and hospitals get away with this? How about our rights. Who will help us? What about our rights?Is there an attorney firm that will help..how do we go about it. Please, the must be stopped...people are being killed by untrained medical assistance..in tests like these, when it is known there are allergies, no doctors around at all? IN MY CASE I wrote in big letters on my entrance sheet, I am allergic to Iodine! IN ADDITION, NO DOCTOR IN THE ROOM, JUST TECH. Seems like a training program with human lives as stake!
In response to Jane Brown ..... On the 21st of June I went through the same experience. I had had a MRI for a low back pain on the right side. The MRI showed a mass on the left kidney. I was put in touch with a Urologist. Because there was some possibility that I may have an allergy to shell fish the CT that was ordered was postponed and a ultrasound was preformed. The mass was seen as being solid, but not did not appear to be invading the renal pyramids area of the kidney, but I was told It could still very well be cancer .... The Urologist wanted a CT, and so because I was scared into believing that a CT was the only way to make sure the 4cm x 2cm x 4cm was not invading beyond the interior of renal cortex the I reluctantly had the CT using the iodine injection. No doctor was there, I could hear three techs talking as if they were in conflict as to what to do next. The next day I felt lightheaded, and after ten days I still do. I cannot walk to the other end of the house now without feeling winded. They found I have a massive plague buildup around the aorta, and a possible lung problem during the CT. I'm 70 years old, the urine sample were normal, the blood test were normal. They had me drive three and a half hours one way for a ten minute consultation before the CT, and wanted me to make the trip again after the CT, I refused the second drive, and ended talking over the phone, which took six minutes, saving me another seven hour drive over mountains and arrow winding roads. I can't understand way a simple X-ray wasn't taken before the CT, if there were the possibility I might have a reaction to the iodine, but what is more disturbing is that is that they want another CT of the chest area. Why can't an X-ray be taken to make sure there is a good reason for another CT ...... in any case I will not allow the use of iodine again. I also know now that the iodine could have caused a flake of plague to break off and caused a slight aneurism. I also now have a problem with my right eye with floaters and a wave that was not there before the CT. Cat Scans might be one of gods blessing ..... but possibly not for many.
I had a CT scan on June 1st for severe headaches in the back of my head. Everything went just fine. A couple days after I developed a rash on the palms of my hands and the bottoms of my feet but they didn't itch (thank God) and now for the past two weeks the skin is peeling off my hands and feet. They feel dry and cracked like sandpaper. Anyone else have this problem?
When the dye was introduced into my body my tunge felt like it was being stung by a hundred bees and i started sneezing and keeped sneezing until I pulled the IV out of my arm because the nurse ran out of the room to get the doctor after saying this shouldnt be happening. it took two mins before they came back and when the doctor saw that I took out the needle he was mad. I said im not paying for this shit. put on my clothes and booked home. Good luck to your next ct or mri.
I had went in the hospital cause I had some fluid in my lungs so they took me down to x-ray to have a catscan done with the dye injected into me but instead of starting a new iv they used the one I had and didn't know that the dye was too thick to go through the gage of the needle so it blew up in my arm. Now I'm paralized on the left arm and hand and perm damabed kidneys ...now i'm being told that the dye is setteling in my joints and now going to have knee surgery....If anyone can help me with this it would be most appreceiated.....I"m lost
Just had my very first CT scan done today, for gastric problems. First, they had me drink a barium shake a few hours prior, then took me in to have the scan done. I was warned about the hot, "flushed" feeling, the signs of an allergic reaction (hives, itching, etc) and very, very enthusiastically warned that, while I would be convinced that I'd peed myself, I was *not* actually going to.
While the material was being injected, I did feel a hot, flowing feeling in my body, and it really, really did feel like I'd urinated. Once the warm feeling got to my chest, I began having palpitations (I have a sensitive heart, and get palpitations rather easily) and a racing heartbeat. I felt sort of dizzy and nauseous, but the feelings only lasted the duration of the scan. Once I'd complained of palpitations, the tech paged a nurse to come examine me and administer an EKG, which was normal. She explained to me that the ST contrast material has a vasodilatory effect, which can affect your heart beat, especially if you have a sensitive one like mine. I also developed some very bad chills and a slightly drunk feeling afterward, which were relieved with an extra blanket and about an hour of waiting.
Now, all I want is a sandwich... but I'm on a liquid diet for the next day or so.
my reaction to contrast dye when i had to have my kidney dialysis graph in my arm worked on because it kept clogging up. both of my eyes swelled shut,itchig on my body and i woke up with a bed sore on my bottom and ear lobe itching with a rash. this is my reaction. i also read on line if you never had reaction to contrast dye befoe the docor need to do some further test. this is the only time i ever had a reaction to contrast dye after 10 or more times.
I had a CT scan today with the barium sulphate (which was disgusting) and injection. I felt the warm sensation and the metal taste in my mouth and when I went to get up I felt very dizzy and disorientated--probably shouldn't have driven straight home. Several hours later, I feel woozy, I have a headache and just want to sleep. After the info I've found on the net, I think I'll try and drink lots of water to avoid bowel problems and flush it out asap!
Had CT scan with oral and IV contrast after surgery in June. Became violently ill with vomiting, fever and itching. Thought is was because I had not eaten in several days and just had surgery on June 14. CT was a few days later. Had a CT on July 27 with both oral and IV contrast. Took anti-nauseau med before scan but still had vomiting, fever, chills, itching about 2 hours later and into the night and next day. Any similar reactions from anyone?
I am suffering currently w/a horrible reaction from ct/scan dye. I had a ct scan two and a half weeks ago to rule out blood clots in lungs. Test was negative, and ER DR said small amount of fluid in my lungs..and said I have pleurisy. I had pain in chest and back, and bad headache with ear and neck pain. Ibuprofen was recommended, and helped some. It's been almost 3 weeks, and still had flu-like virus. Dr sent me for an echo of heart. Cardiologist thought test may have shown some disection problem. To rule that out, told me o go right to ER and have another CT scan. So I did. I never had any reaction from dye before. I had Ct Scan Thursday night, which was good news, no heart problems. However I woke up Friday morning covered w/huge red patches all over my body. Worse on neck and chest. Red and itchy with hive like welts. My face is swollen and red like 4th degree burns. My Dr said to take Benadryl (2 tabs) every 4 hrs, and I'm taking Prednisone 40 mg once daily. After 24 hrs, no real change, but face is slightly lighter. I also have low fever 100.8 on and off. I also had nausea very badly. No one said having these tests so close together could trigger a reaction like this. I think everyone should be given Benadryl as a precaution b4 they inject them with his dye. I also have read that if you are persistent, hospitals DO have non allergic dye, but hate to use it bcuz of the high cost. This was my horrible experience and it continues.
Barbara,
That is interesting! I had forgotten, after my 1st CT-Scan, I did develop a bed sore on my bottom. Didn't think much about it. Then had the severe reaction w/2nd CT scan. Interesting what this radiation is doing to our bodies!
I received a contrast 2 ways this evening. First, I had to drink an awful 1 liter dye of basically lemon-flavored sh#* and then I was given the IV contrast that made me feel very warm all over and I felt like I peed my pants! he only side effect so far that I have had this evening since my hospital stay is major cramping in my belly. Hopefully that side effect will go away.
My 72 year old mother went in for a Cat Scan with dye and had a reaction to the dye and had a seizure and wss in a coma for 6 days on life support. She had gone without oxygen for a number of minutes and ended up brain dead. We had to take her off of life support after 6 days. What a horrible experience. God Bless Her!
I had a CT scan yesterday, with oral and IV contrast dye. I did feel the warm sensation, but my biggest side effect sofar seems to be diarrhea.. Maybe from the oral stuff? Anyone else have this? I also have a pretty dry throat, and I saw someone else also posted this as well. Maybe also from ingesting the dye? I just hope this diarrhea goes away soon. I shouldn't complain though, I guess it could be much worse!
Went to the hospital for chest pain on Monday August 16th and they actually did 3 ct scans w/contrast 1st one didn't scan in enough time 2nd one the dye didn't inject and the 3rd it finally worked and now face is red, swollen, eyes puffy,eyes have white puss in corners, skin on face is pulled very tight all over.Feels burnt. Body aches muscles arms and legs. Head is itching horroble.First time I have ever had reaction to dye before. Could it be because they did three test?
I fell and had trauma to my head. As a result, I had a CT Scan with IV injection. This was on Monday, 8/16. I felt the flushing during the injection but no side affects immediately following the procedure, Tuesday morning when I woke up I noticed I had a rash/flushing on the front of my body. I called the doctor and I was told to take benadryl. Today is Friday, the 20th. I still have the itching and the rash is still there. I have been drinking plenty of fluids also to get the dye out of my system but so far no change. Also I started with a severe cough the same day as the rash but thought perhaps I had a sinus problem. Cough still severe and with the itching and coughing all night I'm not able to sleep. Is there anything else that can be done for the treatment? I would appreciate any advice/help for some relief.
I had a CT /w contrast yesterday for headaches, I felt warm my eyes burned a strong taste in my mouth and like I wanted to pee. after the test I became very sleepy, its been 24 hours since my test and I still feel the same burning in my throat my chest and eyes...
they should tell people about side effects before they give them the scan?
And why is only the basic side effects posted on all the medical websites....every one on here complained about itching or rash and warm feeling...what if someone has a severe reaction where can they get info?
Marlene,
It sounds like you a had a minor reaction to the contrast dye. You'll need to notify your doctor and make sure that if ever have another CT scan with dye you let the imaging center or hospital know you have had an allergic reaction in the past. Like any allergic reaction antihistamines are a good first choice. But if the symptoms persist keep in touch with your doctor and he or she may need to prescribe or recommend additional treatment.
Marguerita,
Side effects to the dye should always be mentioned in the paperwork you signed at the imaging center. Double check the forms to make sure you were informed of the risks of the test.
Feeling warm during the injection is expected (they should have told you just before the injection). The itching, rashes, coughing etc are considered minor side effects. Moderate or major side effects include severe allergic reaction, kidney damage and cardiac shock.
My hand felt like it was going to explode when the dye went in. After the scan i had a very dry mouth, was shaking all over and had a rash on my face. i felt sick and faint. the doctor injected piratin (10 doses at once). this stopped the shakes but i fainted and was sweating a my heart was racing when i woke up. i thought i would die. i will never have this scan again with the dye
I had a CT scan on 8/18/10 with the oral and IV contrast. Before my procedure, I gave the radiology dept a list of all medications I am currently taking, which is quite a few. Although on the day of the procedure, I did not eat or take my medications. I took Boniva a day before (8/17, my once monthly dose) and the day afterward, I took my regular diabetic meds along with Tamoxifen. Immediately I started having body aches along with swollen feet and ankles. No one told me that I should wait 48 hours before taking certain meds, but I did some research online and found this out. My feet and ankles are still swollen and calls to my doctor were not returned. I am beginning to think that going through the hassel of the side effects of this contrast/dye they're injecting in my body is not worth it. I hope I am wrong, but at the same time I hope medical science can come up a milder and less damaging substance to be used with all scans.
I had a CT scan of my Abdomin & pelvis and had some stuff that I had to put in water and drink, and when they did it they also injected dye into me, I had this done Wed the 25th of Augest and the day after had diaheria and been having thin stools since.
I will never have another one done.
I just had my CT Scan yesterday in the pelvic area...doc says I have fibroids and possibly endometriosis etc. Well, they gave me the Orange Contrast one hr prior to the scan and the IV contrast as well(takes 3 attempts at least to find my veins because they are so hidden..had to do it on my hand...not fun). I was very nauseated and kind of a little drowsy after the drink. Well, the tech had advised me prior that I would feel warm in my body*with the IV) which I did but I was also a little disoriented..felt like the dye was going into my head..didn't feel right. However after the scan I was fine...didn't each much when I got home but drunk fluids. Now today I could not go to work because I am having diarrhea..my stomach is feeling so weak and my left side where the iv was done is also quite sore to all the way to my neck/shoulder area. Is this normal? I am hoping this does not go for long. Please advise
Well, after reading all these horrible testimonials, I guess I should feel glad that so far my husband only has the scarlet rash with no itching. He is in chronic liver failure, small cell cancer of the lungs and lymph nodes, type 2 diabetes, osteonecrosis of bi-lateral knees and one hip. He has many, many MRI's and CAT scans with contrast dye. Sometimes 2-in one day. Oh, did I mention his back is now broken after falling 4-times and now he has compression fractures vertebrae from t10 all the way down.
I feel lucky that he has a wonderful attitude and you'd never know he was ill by just talking to him (seeing him is another matter).
Thanks for all the imput guys. I was worried about the rash and can't see an MD until Tues. Federal Holiday you know. But thats ok. He finished his chemo therapy and will be starting radiation next week (every day for at least 6-weeks) - wow - now that has me worried.
Anyway nice talking to you and keep your chins up - it could be a lot worse. Laughing and smiling and helping other people helps alot!! Thank you!!
I had a reaction the the dye when I had the CT scan at age 10. The needle they used was scary enough, but i sat there like a trooper. Once the dye was being administered, i could feel it as if they put hot fluid in my veins, almost instantly i started sneezing so violently, i couldnt catch my breath inbetween. I was recently told that it could not only be idoine, but possibly sulfa. This has helped me provide a precautionary list of medications i am allergic to.
Had CT Scan w/contrast over a year ago.Had rash and itching the day after and stil do a year later. Also became allergic to polyester which makes the rash and itching worse. No one has answers toget rid of these symptoms.
I had a CT three months ago. From that day until now I have had trouble sleeping. I went from seven hours of good sleep every night, to two hours at best, and not without taking a sleeping pill an hour before going to bed. A day later a rash started in my groin and covering my legs. My sinuses would not drain for over two months. I still have pains in both ears and down my neck that persists. I will never have another CT, not when three blood and urin tests show no sign of any health problems. This all started because of a low back pain that comes only when strained, and that I've had for over 40 years from shoeing horses. I wonder what doctors did before CT. I also wonder how many laws suits have been filed in the last few years?
I had one large hive right between my eyebrows, and one on my arm. They said to make sure I did not get injected with dye again. Tomorrow I have a ct scan of kidneys and they are making me drink some kinda banana flavored chalky drink yek
I ended up in ER after my catscan.
Does anyone out there know a good lawyer handling cases related to cat scans side effects? I want to sue for what I went through!
Went for MRI at 8:30 this AM. Now it 12:30 PM and I am getting abdominal cramps and have had 2 BM's so far. drugwatch.com did not mention this as a side effect of Gadolinium
Hi Don, did you have the dye injected into you also or just the Ct Scan
Yes ..... and two day later ended up in the ER
Had constrast fluid injection today with MRI scan - felt sick within seconds of injection going in, no warnings of this. Slept for 3 hours after returning home from hospital and still feeling nauseated 12 hours on. Otherwise not a bad experience.
Just had a CT scan w/ contrast yesterday evening. I had to drink barium sulfate 4 hours and 1 hour before the test (that stuff was nasty!) and not eat anything for 4 hours before. The tech placed the IV in my arm without any problem and it was virtually painless. He thoroughly explained that I might feel warm all over, metal taste in my mouth, and feel like I was peeing. So I was very prepared. The CT scan was quick and easy. I did feel warm, metal taste in mouth and felt like I was peeing myself, but it just lasted a few minutes. I felt fine immediately afterwards. My CT scan was done at 5:30pm. I drank lots of water when I got home and throughout the evening. At 2am I woke with severe chills. Chilled to the bone, shivering. Grabbed a sweatshirt and sweatpants and pulled them on, peed a ton, and took my temp thinking I must have a fever. But my temp was normal at 98.6. I also had a headache and my body felt like it had been hit by a truck -- achy all over. A tad queasy but not too bad. This morning at 6am I woke up drenched in sweat and a stronger headache. Back of my neck, my back and my chest also ache. But overall the aching isn't as severe as it was at 2am. I feel exhausted. I plan to drink tons of water today.
Had a CT scan yesterday. The spot where the dye was injected is black and blue. My neck and top part of back hurt quite a bit and I still feel dizzy...
I had a CT scan yesterday morning and didn't come out with a rash at all until late yesterday afternoon. I woke up this morning with my face bright red, itchy and swollen and my chest, stomach, back and arms are covered in an itchy red rash. No-one told me this could be a side effect. I have taken antihistamines and although it has taken the swelling down in my face (so I can no longer see my eyelids!!!)it has not eased the rash and itchiness! I feel so lethargic it's ridiculous. When will this wear off as it seems to be getting worse!?? Has anyone got any suggestions please?
Dawn:
What worked for me with the itching (but not entirely with the rash), was a warm soaking bath, not hot. I then used rubbed on, carefully, witch hazel. Keep taking the antihistamine. Make sure your doctor, and the radiologist know about the rash, and other side effects. Remember to most in the medical world you are a checkbook.
I had my CT over four months ago, and I'm just now beginning to get over all the side effects. Never again!
I had contrast dye with a CT scan this morning, and now have a severe headache & neckache several hours later. I was given methylprednisolone the night before and the morning before so that I wouldn't have an allergic reaction (which I've had in the past). Not sure if my headache/neckache is related to the dye or not.
Thanks, appreciate the advice, witch hazel definitely cooled the rash down. I spoke to the Radiologist and he told me it was quite unusual and seemed really uninterested which left me feeling really annoyed. I went to the Doctors in the end and she gave me some really strong antihistamines - they really worked. My skin was so hot with the rash I'm now left with really dry flaky skin on my face. Of all the creams I've found nappy cream really helps. Never want to go through this again! Still think they should warn you of the potential reaction!
I had a CT scan on Thursday morning at 11am. Initially I felt a little strange and sleepy. By the late after noon I felt resonably normal. That night I woke up at around 2am COMPLETELY DIZZY and with a fever!!!!! The entire following day I had been dizzy and sleepy as well. It is now Saturday morning and I am still dizzy. I spoke to my Dr last night, and she thought it was very strange. Now I need to go in for an MRI but dont want to if this is what I have to expect.. I was NOT informed of any possible side effects.........
I had a CT Scan for my chest and pelvic region two days ago. I had not immediate negative reactions. Last night I had a severe headache at the base of my skull. I have never had such an ache in that area so I assume it was the CT Scan. I was extremely tired and went to bed and stayed for 10 hours! I woke up with a sore throat but it went away after a short time. I was just wondering if headaches are common.
My research, I finds that no one knows why, or the long lasting side effects of a CT can be. Some doctors & radiologists would like us be believe that if you are allergic to shell fish that maybe you should not have a CT, instead have an MRI, others suggest preparing by taking antihistamines before the CT, but no one knows just how much. I found that shell fish has nothing to do this shell fish. One suggestion by a cardiologist suggests that to much iodine in the drug mix is being used. There is two types of the drug, but many hospitals use the much cheaper variety, so I'm told. . Also sometime around 2001 all hospitals doing CT's were told by the FTC to use the lowest radiation setting in all cases ........ but I wonder like everything else in medicine if everyone was lessening by the number of people suffering in some way as a result of having had a CT? Some of these rashes sound like the effects of radiation poisoning. You might try being tested for radiation. I will never have another CT, for any reason, after a rash that lasted weeks, and months of other health problems that ladedme in an ER.. I did talk to a group of attorneys who are looking for patients who as a result of a CT loss all their hair and had rashes, such is not my case, but again sounds like radiation poisoning.
As with everyone else I have to get a ct scan for a heart anurysym.several years ago was my first ct.I actuaally got the warm feeling after the test was done.About 5 minutes later my face got beet red and had a rash develop.Passed out three times at the facility until they called for an ambulance.Now the pre medicate me with predisone and benadryl.Just had my yearly done a couple of weeks ago and had another reaction.My hands and arms had a rash as well as my legs.My face got beet red and I started having uncontrolable shakes, which was a first.Had the procedure at 4.30 left at 7.30 good luck to all
I get an average of two/three notes per day giving the bad side effects of a ct or dye injection.
I still have side effects such as
skin that won't heal on hands and
nerve damage to both arms and hands. Severe pain was in both arms from shoulder to fingertips for over three years following dye
injection in both armpits. I've had several injections due to artery problems but will never have
another, especially in the armpits.
Was told at the time that this was a very often used way to inject dye but was told later that it was never used unless it was only way to get into artery. The dye is very toxic evidently to many many people since there are so many complains. I had no skin problems at all before this.
Any one know a good Law Firm that is willing to take on cases like those seen here.
Yesterday I had a CT scan of my abdomen and pelvis. Shortly after the dye was injected, my heart started racing very badly. Is this normal? What would cause this? This was my 1st CT scan. My heart continued racing for several minutes. I was doing fine until the dye was injected. The technician was abusive and told me I ruined the scan, because I waved my hand as I was told to do if I thought something was wrong. They did not call a nurse or doctor to check me out.
I want to add to my post above. In addition to my heart racing shortly after the dye injection during the CT scan, I urinated a very small amount, felt light-headed, and was a little short of breath. I wish those 2 unprofessional technicians had called in a nurse to take my pulse and blood pressure, to know exactly what my heart rate was. My heart was definitely racing. It was beating fast that night and I couldn't fall asleep. I finally fell asleep at around 5AM from exhaustion.
I awoke about 5 hours later with my heart rate still high and with a terrible headache at my left temple. I also felt like my airway was possibly irritated, as it felt irritated every time I breathed. I also had a slight cough all day. The rapid heart beat came and went all day long. The headache went away in the afternoon. I felt ill all day. The following day, my heart rate seemed normal until at night when it again became rapid, the headache at my left temple came back twice during the day, though less severe, and the airway irritation and the cough were gone.
I called my doctor and she said that the rapid heart beat from the dye injection was common. I find it hard to believe that this is common, that they would perform a test that causes such a rapid heart beat, and would do so without any monitoring of vital signs nor medical (doctor) supervision and without informing the patient that they should expect this to occur.
Was anyone else told that this is common? Could there be any permanent negative effect to the heart caused by the dye? Should any medication have been administered to me immediately at the conclusion of the CT scan to counter the effect of the dye?
i had ct scan yesterday..woke this morning with swollen neck and glands.i feel ok.
I HAD A CT SCAN WITH LIQUID AND IV CONTRAST OF THE ABDOMEN AND PELVIC AREA YESTERDAY. I WAS VERY NERVOUS,AND IT WAS A STRANGE EXPERIENCE. AT THE VERY END ,I DEVELOPED A HORRIBLE HEADACHE IN THE BACK OF MY HEAD WHICH LASTED FOR AT LEAST TEN MINUTES OR SO. VERY SCARY. BUT TODAY I AM OK AND GLAD IT IS OVER WITH. WONDERING IF ANYONE ELSE HAS HAD THE HEADACHE THING HAPPEN?
hi i had ct scan but w/out contrast they could not find a good vein can anyone tell me if it still works if not why did the still do the scan
Want to read the truth about gadolinium contrast (dye)? Read the public admission by the co-inventor of Magnivest and the maker of Omniscan (Nycomed/GE). Neither should have ever been approved for human use. Post this link or not,,,,you know me,,this is just a resting place until I take these truths global and to the other industry the medical community hates.
To read one pharmaceutical corporation admission, word for word, visit the site below. Patients are very welcome/encouraged to join it, so that they can read both public admissions. Trolls will be "moderated" quickly,,,imagine that in your imaging scam.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/gadolinium_associated_fibrosis/
I had a CAT scan without contrast 3 days ago for my sinuses and the next morning I developed a rash/hives on my legs, very itchy palms,arms, and a little portion of my neck. There are also moments where my hands have hot flashes to accompany the itching. I read all previous posts and it seems people keep assuming it's the dye that causes any reaction but I guess it's really just the radiation. I had no idea about the side effects.
I had a CAT scan with contrast 8 yrs ago for my kidneys without any reaction. My friend, A neurosurgeon, suggested i take benadryl although the reaction was most likely not a reaction to the scan. I highly doubt that since I've never had any of these symptoms prior to the cat scan. The benadryl worked enough to get some sleep at night but will make me groggy if taken during the day. I hope this doesn't last long.
I had a CT scan with contrast dye on Tuesday or early Wed. morning Nov. 9 or 10 to check for lung clots - very uncomfortable feeling like you are going to urinate and throat dry. Reading these blogs, I wish someone had told me that my heart could race, that was the whole reason I was in the hospital!! I broke out in a severe rash w/hives all over my chest, legs, arms and back on Thursday! I could not go to work on Friday, went to urgent care where they gave me a steroid shot, told me to take histamines and am on pill steroids. VERY uncomfortable to wear any clothes! Horrible awful experience, I will never have contrast dye again! The hives/rash on my stomach is fire engine red, burns and is so uncomfortable.
First, many of the symptoms are the same as radiation poisoning. There are two types of dye. Most hospitals use the less expensive, but more inclined to cause the more severe reactions. Second, I've read that the CT was never okayed by the FDA for human use.......?
Did the doctor of radiologist caution you about the possible reactions ........ they didn't say anything to me about the side effects. I had my CT five months ago and I'm still having a number of health problems as a result, prolong infections, pain in the ears & neck, joint pain, lung congestion, plus a trip to the ER three day later. I have never had any health problems before the CT. My CT was to find out about a tendon problem in the right lower back from shoeing horses years ago.
I will never have another CT, and would like to sue those who still think of their patents as check books, and nothing more.
Anyone thinking about a class action suit? If so, I'm in.
http://www.aboutlawsuits.com/topics/ct-scan/
I just had my first CT scan with IV dye. I was told that i was going to feel like i had to pee, but not to worry becasue i really wasnt. I was told about the flushed feeling when the dye went in and the metallic taste in my mouth. My nurse and tech were GREAT! After it was done I did get itchy on the roof of my mouth and throat, and also my eyes. They sat with me, and gave me juice and made sure i was ok. I then went back to work. Only one eye lingered red and its only an hour later. Dont listen to all the horror stories! A lot of healthcare workers are GREAT!
I Just had a CT Scan today and i had my scan done at 12pm and i left the hospital feeling very nauseous and extremely tired ..i only had the dye drink i got home at 1pm and slept until 8pm and...they couldn't give me the contrast dye IV because if you have had renal failure in the past it is recommended you don't get the contrast dye by IV but i still felt very ill from the drink .SO IF YOU HAVE HAD RENAL FAILURE IN THE PAST PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE ANY MRI OR CT SCANS
I personally did not have a ct scan but one of my best friend did this last tuesday and passed away yesterday. His family thinks it was the hospitals fault that the dye might have been given to him incorrectly and don't know what to do. Also they tried cpr for like 15 minutes before using a defibrillator to start his heart by then he probably already had brain damage. If anyone would help with advice I would greatly appreciate it.
I've had too many CT scans with contrast to count due to multiple PS's a few months ago; I never had any problem until recently- on my most recent scan, my lips went completely numb! This sensation was very disturbing and seemed quite alarming to the staff as well! I stayed another hour in the ER before I was released, as the sensation has subsided. Makes me scared if I ever have to have another one.
Al,
Sounds like you had a reaction to they dye. You should make sure that if you ever get another CT scan with dye that you are premedicated - talk to you doctor about this.
I had a ct scan of my lungs two days ago. Since I'm a breast cancer patient I've had this (with contrast) before with no side effects. However, the night after, my arm, hand, wrist, and fingers were swollen and on fire with constant and intense cramp-like pain. I couldn't even rest my arm on the bed. I took 4 ibuprofen and my husband massaged muscle cream into my arm and hand. Had to sleep sitting up with arm rasised up on a big pillow. Would wake in pain and reapply cream. Now my arm feels better, wrist and hand still fairly sore and I have limited use of my fingers...can barely grip a pen and cannot clench my fist. Any one else have these side effects and know how long they last? I also have mild RA so I thought I was getting a flare up, but this was worse pain than I've ever experienced. Taking the bad with the good...scan was clear thank goodness :-)
do all ct dyes contain sulphur...if yes...then does a ct without dye effective for stomach & abdomen studies??
Isn't it interesting that the study cited above makes it appear that CT scans with dye are so safe and uneventful, yet there are so many horror stories here? As someone who has done research in grad school, it makes me wonder how they did the study, how accurate or misleading it is...
About 7-8 years back, I had between 10-15 CT scans to view how my pancreas was healing after several bouts of Pancreatitis. Then I had Severe Acute Pancreatitis with a Pseudocyst while hospitalized for a 22 day period I had a CT scan with contrast about every 3 days to see where I stood. Since all those CT scans, I never had a reaction. But now I was hospitalized again for Tachycardia from a Medicine Reaction. They let me go 3 days later and went back to the ER and this time I had a CT scan of my chest. The contrast made me very nauseous and wanted to vommit during the test. After wheeled back to the ER room, I experienced Flank Pain where the Kidneys are located. Also had shaking and pain while breathing. I have Fibromyalgia and it was extremely heightened that night at the ER. My skin hurt so bad and when they injected the potassium before the dye, it went in about a 1/4 in and it stung like someone shot me. Needless to say, they started a new IV on the other arm it went in without trouble. Plus I didn't have Fibromyalgia 7 years ago, so the Fibromyalgia might've contributed to the Dye Contrast.
I had a CT scan on Tuesday. Sincde then I have twitches in my right leg. Today Saturday my knee and left leg collapsed and I fell.as anyone had this experience in losing control of left leg and falling after CT scan?
I had a CT scan way back in the late 1970's when they first came out. They told me I would feel a LITTLE warm when they injected the dye. I'll never forget it- I was overwhelmed with the sensation of melting from the inside out. My chest hurt and it felt like I couldnt breathe properly for a few hours. I was 14 yrs old so my mother signed the paperwork. I've been told the dye used back then was radioactive. I believe it, and I tell you why I do. Apprx 6 months after that CT scan i started to notice I was having a hard time keeping warm... now 40 years later, I am wondering if this 'dye' they used back then is why i cant control my body temp. Has anybody had a CT scan back then? I refuse to ever let anyone scan me again. Never!
With the number of people showing that something is wrong with the way this technology is be used and evidently abused, one would think a hundreds of class action suits would be happening if for no other reason but to get to the bottom of why so many people are suffering. I've read that FDA never okayed CAT scans to be used on humans, and that many people have suffered some level of radiation poisoning as a result of a CAT. The FDA told hospitals in the 90's to use the lowest radiation settings that are suggested as still being to high, and that this warning with repeated again in July of 2010. Also that one in 250 having a CAT will contract some form of cancer as a result. With over 100,000 patients dying in hospitals each in our nations hospitals I'm not at all suppressed of the number of people are telling their experience with CAT on this website. I can only wonder how many more people suffering from a CAT that are not using this site to tell their story of how they've suffered. If you look on the internet you will see that there are a number of law firms suing hospitals and others who use CAT for diagnosing even minor health problems. As a former athlete my blood tests, urine tests, and blood pressure have always been normal. I agreed to a CAT because of something as simple as a minor low back injury, after 6 months I am still having malleable health problems, and ended up in the ER three days after the CAT.
Google, The dangers of CAT Scans
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-ray_computed_tomography#Adverse_reactions_to_contrast_agents
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/12/14/eveningnews/main5979332.shtml
My father fell on the iced driveway on Dec 13. It took him, he said 10 mins to get back in the house. He put a heating pad on for hour, but mom call the hospital. Whatever was done there they transfered him to another hospital fast. When I got there we were asked if he knew he had a spot on his kidney over and over, and he and everyone else said no. Did his fall do something to his kidney we asked and they said no. They saw in an x-ray he had a spot. The docter said he had 5 fractured ribs and a punchered lung. The next day and everyday after he kept getting worse. Nothing was making any sense. He blew up, he was not peeing. They said on Friday 4 days after they were going to give him something to move the dye along. He had been in so much pain Tues, Wed, Thurs and late Friday they are going to give him something to move the dye along. He had not been peeing for 3 days. His whole body was swallen, he tung, his face. Everything begin shuting down. He went in for fractured ribs and a punchered lung. He died today. He asked the docter on Dec 13, to let him be home for Christmas. None of this makes since to me. Can someone please explain?
Dad had a CT scan for an aortic aneurysm on Thursday.
-Thursday night he took a sip of hot lemon and immediately his throat closed up=choking
-I called 911 Dad stopped choking
-The paramedics checked his heart rate=sky high and erratic
-Went to emergency=heart rate sky high, blood pressure low=doctors confused
-Dad has cold=doctors took chest x-ray =pneumonia
-Dad's feet very swollen
-Dad had a drink of water and his heart rate came DOWN
-4 days later feet still swollen,drinking lots of water, pneumonia is much less due to antibiotics
I had an MRI yesterday with gadolinium injected into my vein mid way through the scan. Felt fine until it was over and sat up. Oh did the room spin. Had to wait a bit to get my bearings. Was sent on my way with instructions to drink plenty of water the next few days to flush it out.
Yesterday afternoon the itching started, first on my legs then arms and all over. Then the headache set it and has been there faintly since.
Spoke with a doc this morning and they recommended drinking up to a gallon of water every day to flush it out. If my symptoms persisted or worsened in the next day or two I was to report to the e.r.
Researching gadolinium is is a pretty serious heavy metal that can become the raw material in your system after a few days and this is indeed dangerous to the health of major organs, especially kidneys.
Time to fill another cup of water.
I posted March 13 2010 on here, with my symptoms and pain after the last scan I had. I recently 4 days ago had to have another CT Scan done, I was so hesitant due to the last time I had the CT Scan done. This time I'm luckily not having the arm, or back pain, well I guess I should say not yet. I have developed some intestinal problems with the dye this time though. My digestive system is as follows. Hunger is diminished, Eating once a day even though not hungry. After eating my bowels are gurgling and I'm getting twinges of slight pain in the abdomen, last night into the chest, which was painful, but subsided. Now approximately 1 hour to 30 minutes of eating am having bouts of diarrhea, and it's almost as if I'm obstructed, I believe this dye is staying in our systems longer than the medical community knows. I truly feel this dye is absorbed in our systems and it's a waiting game to see how long it will take to leave the system. All we can do is keep our doctors informed so hopefully they can keep the radiologist up to date on these medications and the drawbacks of the dyes.
I signed the waiver and took the contrast MRI with no ill effects at all. My technician was very careful to give me plenty of information so that I was comfortable with the procedure. After coming home I drank several glasses of water to hasten the loss of dye. Not a bad experience at all.
Before the CT I had two blood & urine tests that were nominal. Three day after the CT I landed in the ER, and six months later I'm still having problems with rashes & incurable infections. Logically I would expect that age has something to do with how the dye and/or the CT effects the individual. My original problem was a right low back pain (a torn tendon sheath that had scared over) after having been a horse trainer, and shoeing my own horses for years. Health Care in the US has become a $300 billion bear trap. Now a days if you have a splinter in your finger consider yourself lucky if you get away without being talked into having a CT Scan, and what is even more interesting is the one scan is never enough. The first CT didn't find anything that a Ultrasound would have found. My great great grandmother lived with cancer for thirty years while managing a ranch. I think the problem is that the medical world thinks it should be able to cure every health problem at any cost to the peasant, not preventing the problem in the first place. Never again will I have a CT. Rather than being sliest & diced by a doctors trying to make the next four payments on their BMW, and possibly making the peasant into vegetable, I'd rather just learn to live with the problem.
I feel bad for people who are genuine with their feelings about after a CT scan. But, I've learnt that some people exaggerate about happenings after some invasive tests, just for attention. Live with one.
I had a CT scan of the lungs done last Friday. I noticed on Saturday that the right side of my lower back/waist is quite swollen and red. This is the only adverse symptom I have had. Just wondered if anyone else has had this type of reaction and how long it takes for it to go away?
On Tuesday I had a Ctscan they used a cath. in the arm using contrast, the allergic reaction didnt show untill the afternoon on Wednesday when all of a sudden my whole groing area started itching everyng swelled up turned bright red, at first I thought that i must not have rinced the soap off from my shower that mornining. I washed the area it dint help at all I was still itching, when I got home from work I washed again and used some anti itch cream, that did help and now its friday i'm still a little sore but all is back to normal. I plan to never have this contrast used on me again.
Had a ct scan on lungs on Friday. It was comfortable and with no lasting side effects.
worseI've had several CatScan over the years.This time it caught up with me. My feet tuned blue and my feet stared to swell' Nowmy feet are out of shapeand havebumps that looks like someone blowed them up in places. Their red and white where the bumps are.their real hard as my shines are also.their so hard they fel like their petrified.It goes from my feet up to arounnd my knees.I all so itch all over. my feet on the bottom are so sore it's hard for me to walk. Theirs creases where my feet meet my legs and not small one's I'm in agony every day. I also have fibermyalgia, Cronic Pancratitis. Irratable Bowl syndrom Deviticulis. thought their wasen't anything left, wrong I have colitis also.That's not bad enoughitmakes my legs and feet worse. Well I know I;m going to Heaven because I'm in hell now. Their is a lidigation somewhere. their was a lawyer on T>V saying if anyone's feet turned blue after a SctScan to call. Stupid me I diden't write down the #.Did anyone else seeit. Theirs a lidigation aginst the company thats sell's the dye. GOD BLESS YOu all I.ll put you on my prayer list. With out GOD beside me I'd never make it. all, Bless i'll Pray for you the dye.
I had a CT scan 5 days ago and all went well until the next day when I saw my stomach was infested with with a rash I had never seen on my clear skin and int he afternoon, the rash attacked my neck and arms and the lower part of the legs in the calves. Its so itchy and uncomfortable. I also developed a swelling on the nape the back part of my neck. I went to ER and they recommended Benedryl and after two days the rash has turned ripe and yellowish but the neck is still itchy badly. I am so scared and dont know what to do.
Reply to the post on Jan 31, 2011 -maybe by now since its Feb 2, it's gone, but in the future, the only thing that will help is a steroid shot. That's what I was told. It's horrible, the rash is very bad if you get one!!
I had a CT scan with Iodine in an IV in my arm. I was not really mentally prepared for this as I had mistakenly expected I was having an ultra sound on my carotoids. This occured 01/28/11. I was not informed of any possible side effects from this procedure. Since then I have been experiencing loose, watery bowel movements. I will never have another one of these procedures done again, whether or not this problem clears up. This has been going on now for 18 days and no relief in sight. I saw my doctor today and she said she has never heard of this being a possible side effect. I was relieved to read I am not alone with this.
I had a CT scan for my abdomen 5 days ago. Aside from the poking and brucing because they couldn't get a good vein. I still feel dizzy, a bit nauseous and kind of shaky. The day of the scan I went back to work and my legs felt a bit heavy. 2 days later I also noticed when I was swinging on the swings the dizziness got really bad. I never get sick on the swings. But anyway, I hope the test come back ok. I don't mind these side effects because I know is for my own good.
I had the CT scan today. Everything went well. Drinking the berry flavored barium was no problem. What I'm experiencing now is a lot of gas. I was looking to see if anyone else experienced this.
I had CT scan w/contrast yesterday, 2/28. I felt fine after until I got up until 15minutes later when I got home, My whole body was shaking from head to toes, I was so cold felt like I was in meat freezer and my temperature starting to rise, it got to 99.5 Called my Dr he told me to take tylenol. This morning still had fever at 1st 99.1 but after shower it went down to 98.7.
I do not know if fever and shakes came from contrast.
I had the CT scan Friday (today is Tuesday) for a pelvic problem. I took medication before hand (prednisone and benedryl) because I have a mild allergic reaction to shellfish. I drank the liquid 2 hours before the injection of the IV fluid. I was nauseous the next day and have been feeling out of sorts ever since, along with loose stool. I feel very sleepy and like I am coming down with something. The feeling starts in the morning and continues all day. I hope it ends soon!
Had a CT scan for my neck today with and without contrast! The IV injection made my heart race like crazy. I didn't realize at the time what was going on. I thought I was having a panic attack. I bit my lip for distraction and thought I was going jump off the machine. Luckily it wasn't for too long...Was told to drink a lot of water!
I went in for a Cat Scan in 2008. Right after the cat scan I had severe muscle and body twitching. I thought at first it was anxiety due to the fact it was after midnight and I already had problems with insomnia. I had severe insomnia after this. I have had the muscle, body twitching, teeth grinding & chattering & hypnic jerking and insomnia since then. I still haven't figured out what I have and what to do about it. I found out that I'm allergic to iodine. I hope to find an answer to this. I took thryoid tests that came out fine. My doctors have said, I shouldn't still have a reaction. I still do!
I am in bed, had MRI/MRA done 2 days ago. I have severe nausea feeling and even water makes me nausea's. Horrible pains in my stomach region and feel so ill! Headaches too, i did not even realize i was having a dye injected? I dont know how long i should leave it until i go to doctors as i am hoping these symptom will pass!
i was never told of the possible side effects, i didnt even have to sign a consent form but after the test i couldnt stop shaking, chest feels heavy & i just feel like im burning inside out. i have never felt this bad my whole life and i wish i new of the side effects before so i could decide if it was necessary or not.
Hi,
Before your scan, your doctor SHOULD inform you what to expect and how to prepare; what's benefit and risk. But most of the time it's the best way to consult with the Radiology Facility you are going to have your scan. Talk to a CT scan Technologist or Radiologist about your question and concern.
For different purpose, CT scan may required IV contrast which is iodine-base dye solution.
Before starting your procedure, CT technologist should obtain full medical history of you to make the decision if IV contrast is NECESSARY to use or Radiologist should get involved to discuss with you.
And as patient should fully honest inform the true medical issue such as Diabetes, Asthma, Surgery history and most importantly is ALLERGY history. Because most of IV contrast are iodine-base, any allergy to seafood, shellfish, shrimp or lobster could trigger reaction.
Diabetes patient, highly concentrated iodine-base contrast could damage kidney function and lead to renal failure. Asthma could be trigger if patient is too nervous or anxiety.
IV contrast does give warm, flush, metallic taste/smell and urinate sensation to MOST of people, not always. It really depends on each individual's physical condition. Drink more-than-usual fluid would help to washout the contrast from your body. There will be no color change in urine. After scan, you should watch your physical condition to see if there's anything change such as start having rash, hive, itchness or any swollen, call your doctor or go to Emergency Room immediately.
And most importantly, If you have CT scan in the past and have no allergy reaction, that doesn't mean you will never have reaction to it. But, the reaction occurrence percentage is very very low as long as your physical condition is allowed you to have IV contrast. Pre-medicated is another way to avoid the reaction happen.
Radiation safety is another issue. I can tell some people are very sensitive to radiation. Talk to your CT technologist and Radiologist about this. They should be able to explain and let you know how much your radiation dose is. The radiation dose should under the regulation limit to ensure giving As Low As Reasonably Achievable radiation in order to make diagnostic quality imaging study to help Radiologist making correct diagnoses.
Hope this help.
I had my heart scanned. I’m not sure what kind of dye was injected. A week after the scan I started feeling bad. I had bad headaches, nose bleeds and a full body rash. Two weeks after the scan I began to lose weight, was often nauseous and the rash became itchy with welts. Just two weeks earlier, I was lifting weights and could pump a bicycle uphill effortlessly. Now, just standing for any period of time brings on fatigue and lightheadedness. They told me my body would be radioactive for 30 days and gave me a permit to go through airports. I’m waiting for that 30 day mark so I can get back to normal.
If anyone can find an attorney that will take CT cases let us all know. I've been suffering for nearly a year from many of Andrea's side effects. I had CT for a 30 year old low back injury, now nearly every organ in my body has suffered starting the day after the CT. Some of the research on the subject would make you shutter. Its been a nightmare everyday, and night.
This comment is directed to Abe. Dear Abe, appreciate your comments, but have YOU had a CT scan w/dye??! Maybe YOU should try it and see how it feel, see if you have any reactions!! As you can read in this blog, 90%? of people have had a reaction. It is NOT made for humans and should NOT be given! NO one discussed the side effects with me or talked to me about how it would feel - the only thing my tech said was, you will feel warm in your lower abdomen area - that was it! I would suggest that you take this test and then come back to the blog, tell us how you feel!!
Thank you Abe. Your comment all sounds very good, but how do you know what questions to ask if the only concern of the tech is "are you allergic to clams", and not giving any advice for preparing for a scan in case you might be. I'm not a big shell fish eater, but I don't remember ever being effected from any sea foods. The techs answer was "there shouldn't be a problem them". Two days later I really thought I might die if symptoms got any worse. Three days later I end up in the ER for dehydration. For the next three months I never got more than a hour sleep, and had to keep my head elevated or would feel like I would suffocate. The depression still at times is over whelming as done of the doctors I've seen for rashes, infections, joint pain, ear pain, lightheaded, flue like symptoms that lasted months. All this as a result of what, clams!? Doctors do not want to talk about the possibility of that there is any reason to be suggest that might the radiation poisoning, or the iodine reaction. Up to the point of the scan I was in very good health. I eat well, mountain bike two to three ours every other day, did my yoga upon waking every morning, and then worked out every morning for 40 minutes. The scan was to see what soft tissue was effecting an off and on low pain for over 30 years from working with horses.
Last week while undergoing a medical examination in China for my aviation licence I was injected with a dye during the CT scan. I was not briefed or given any information prior to the scan. At first all went very well. With the test complete the catheter was removed and I was released and allowed to go with my interpreter back to my hotel. Before we even exited the hospital grounds my interpreter noticed the back of my hand was ballooning up where the needle had been inserted. We turned round and went back to the CT unit, on arriving I was assured everything was ok and not to worry. Next I began to feel nauseous and my vision deteriorated and my hearing was reduced by 50%. I did not pass out but I was quite surprised by my reaction to the dye and CT scan. Without material to read and without any sort of briefing I was really in the dark about the whole procedure. I have now returned to the UK where I will see a doctor about the discolouration of my hand where the needle was put in. The vein that the needle was put in has not recovered and it is now 6 days since the CT scan. In my opinion to get a thorough briefing and a written description of the test is imperative. Having such a test without this information is not a good idea and potentially dangerous.
Just had a CT scan with contrast last night in ER. I was told about the flushing/warmth, and about the possible feeling of needing to urinate. I asked specifically about nausea and was told by doctor and nurse that that NEVER occurred. About an hour after the scan, I was at home trying to eat something so I could take an antibiotic. I was suddenly overcome by waves of horrible nausea and was unable to eat a single bite. I took Phenergan (an anti-nausea drug) which barely touched the nausea. After 3 or 4 hours, the nausea just went away.
I had a Pelvic MRI with contrast dye today, no mention of possible reactions to the dye. After the first 5 mins my heart was racing and i felt prickling all over my upper body, I had to stop the scan as I was scared. Finally completed and left with very red chest and shortness of breath, nurses said this was normal..... Didn't realise it was the dye until I read all these comments
I had a CT scan with dye yesterday to check my lungs because of poorly controlled asthma. The injection itself was of course odd. The heat and the, "Wow, I'm totally going to pee myself" feeling. But when it was done I had a laugh with the tech about it.
Then I felt a lump when I swallowed and some pressure under my jaw - almost like a tight turtle neck.
She asked me if I was ok and I said my neck feels tight at the top - and showed her where. I didn't feel itchy or anxious or even very out of breath ( my breathlessness was the same prior to having the CT).
She left me for a minute and told the Radiologist. All of the sudden I had a doctor next to me while I'm still on the CT table and she's asking what's going on. I told her I felt pressure below my jaw, almost like a tight turtle neck and she said Ok and told the tech to put an IV back in me. Then all hell broke lose around me...
While I still wasn't having an issue breathing that pressure feeling was spreading down a little and I started to just feel like my throat was thick...It was an odd feeling and certainly, when you think of your throat closing up you don't think this is how it will feel. I was pretty calm about it - but everyone else was not so calm.
So - I hear over the loud speakers, Rapid Response to Radiology. Hmm - that must be me??
Tightening is getting worse - breathing is the same though - I am not panicking at all. They gave me one shot of Epinephrin in the arm - 125mg Solumedrol ( same as Prednisone I think ? )in my IV, Rantadine 50mg (IV Zantac - used as an antihistimine), Benadryl IV 50mg and then a repeat some time later of Epinephrine. Oh yes and - IV Saline push. The doctor was literally squeezing the bag.
Oxygen mask on and lots of talking and orders and making sure I was an ER patient instead of an out patient for CT. Protocols and such...
Anyway - I was in the Emergency Department for a number of hours after the reaction and had no more swelling.
I do have a think feeling in my neck still and I have a sore throat but the ER Doctor said that that is completely normal because of the reaction and subsequent swelling.
From what I have read - this is extremely rare. It hardly ever happens - but the cool thing about it is that if it does happen - you are typically in a place where you can be treated and quickly. I have no idea if my life was saved yesterday or if that's as far as the swelling would have gone.
I do know though that I am so incredibly grateful that they gave me the medicine I may have needed and that I'm ok now.
wow I had a ct scan the other day had to drink they orange stuff then hooked to iv ,yesterday and today every part that is inside me has been acking ,guess it not in my head i see others have had same
Dear Holly and Don,
Wish you all well.
Yes, I have had CT scan with dye before. That was long time ago for my brain because I had headache problem then. I did not remember anything else but the warm flush feeling on my head only. And after few minutes, that feeling was gone. And I was okay after the scan.
I believe there is a reason to use IV contrast is to better visualize the vessel structures of human body; harming is not the purpose. Also, I believe FDA or whoever regulate the use of medical radiation procedure approved the contrast can be use on medical imaging purpose.
Allergy history is important prior to have IV contrast, but not the only concern. Any other physical condition/issue can lead to allergic reaction.
And always, as a patient has the right to make decision before any medical procedure.
God bless
This is a follow up to my post of post @ Monday, March 14, 2011 6:54 AM. Its about six weeks after the scan. Everything is back to normal except my skin which is shedding the burned areas. I can run and bike again. I still don’t understand why no one sat me down and explained how serious the side effects would be. The best news is the scan showed my heart to have no problems.
Eric
I has a CT scan over two weeks ago with contrast andthe side effects are itching hives that come up at any given time, burning when urinating and when passing stool. I was NOT told of any possible side effects from the contast. I feel miserable. Will this eventully get better????
I never told about the side effects of the dye... when i received it ;i start to feel nauseous my right side felt numb. After i was done i felt awful!The feeling last 24 hours or more. feelings include nauseous,dizziness,headache,weakness all over.I felt like crap!
I had a cardiac ct scan on March 25, 2010 and had no problems during the scan until 5 days later. The radiology tech was great - he informed me of all the side effects and kept checking to be sure I was doing ok. Wednesday (5 days after the scan) I started with a small itchy patch in my left shoulder. Yesterday, when I woke up I was bright red where all the body folds of skin meet. It got worse during the day, with hives covering my torso to my neck, face, arms and legs. I called my primary care physician and went to see her today. I did take benedryl twice yesterday for the itching, that did not help. This morning I looked like I had a bright red sunburn on almost all of my body - even my ears that was extremely itchy. My primary care physician gave me a prescription for prednisone and atarax and the itch was slightly less - now acting up again as it is time for more atarax. I saw a cardiologist this morning because I need to have a cardiac cathetarization. He seemed to think it was "rather late" for a reaction, but I have not used any different products on my skin, so I am pretty sure that it was an allergic reaction to the ct scan dye. I'll have to pre medicate for the cathetarization - I hope this rash goes away - it is extremely uncomfortable. I will keep you posted about the progress.
I had a Cat Scan two weeks ago, drinking the contrast two hours prior to the scan of the pelvic area. Since then I have had red itchy welps that pop up on my skin at any given time,I also have burning at times when urinating. I NEVER will have a CT scan again, ultrasoun maybe. The technician told me the effects of the contract should have been out of my body by now, NO!!!!
I had a CT Scan on march 30 because they were looking for a pulmonary embolism. I am 26 weeks pregnant. I was told to drink barium to act as a shield to protect the baby from radiation. They gave me the contrast dye vie IV but it spurted out from the IV hub and leaked down my arm. They came in, refilled the dye and tightened everything, but it happened again when they tried a second time. The technician was good about telling me before hand that I would experience the warm feeling and like I have peed myself even though that wont happen. They also checked and double checked my allergies and past kidney problems before they began the procedure. Now its April 4, I'm still having a hard time passing the barium, and last night I had bad kidney pain in my right kidney. I wonder if this is related.
I had a CT today for suspected, but ruled out< GI issues and I have felt awful all day - nausea and headache and even feel feverish...I know it's rare but it does happen....
(See previous comments on 4/1/11.) The prednisone worked! After 24 hours I was slightly less red, 48 hours blotchy but no welts and the "firey appearence" was gone. Today after 5 days the rash is gone as well. I took the atarax for the itch for 3 days, but it does make you drowsey, so I was able to manage without it after that. If you have the "rash/welts/firey looking" reaction - get to your primary care physician right away. I was afraid that it would not go away, but I'm back to normal. Also drink lots of water. Now I will pre med before the catheterization - a little nervous, but hoping for the best!
I had my 1st CAT scan this morning. I had to drink four 12oz cups on contrasting dye, after my 4th cup I had explosive water diarrhea ALL day, and I got very cold for about an hour. Then they had to put in an IV, they had trouble pushing the dye in (it hurt a lot!), took out the line and poked me again. By the time they were done hooking me up, I had to go pee so bad and worried I would leak diarrhea on the table. The techs finally pushed the dye through my IV line and I felt really hot (almost uncomfortable). By the time they were done, the hotness subsided and I felt cold again and hungry too (due to not eating breakfast as instructed). Felt lethargic and my arm is sore due to being poked twice. My bowels feel rumbly, constantly feel like sharting and general ickiness. I couldn't take a nap as I had to get up every ten minutes or so to run to the bathroom. I think I may ask my employer (who is a ND) to maybe hook me to an IV to flush the dye out of my system. If it can be helped, I will avoid the scanning of cats for as long as I live.
I had a CT scan done of my lungs a few days ago. It was the thrid attempt to try to do this test. I have had a heard time in the past of the nurse(s) finding my veins. It was a horrible experience. Finally they said they got the vein, after numbing it, and taking something to relax me, finally did the test. The next day I was violently ill. Vomiting and diahrrea all day. While they were doing the test, I felt like I had peed my pants. they didn't warn me about that. My arm also blew up like a balloon and was stiff for at least 24 hours. I will never do this again. I am a breast Cancer patient in recovery and I have had CT's done before, nothing like this ever happened. What is a side effect?
I had a CT. Scan today. My body felt warm even felt like I peed on myself that was 5 hours ago. As of now I feel fine except for the cramps in my ovaries. Which was what the test was for but it had subsided some until I also drank the oil contraceptive. The was one thing I noticed about 15 minutes after the test I got very cold And sleepy and today was very hot day. My question is those that have experienced side effects did any thing come back on there CT scans? I asked the person that did my test if he saw any thing he said nothing jumped out at him. What would they do if They saw something abnormal?
Has anyone ever taken Mucomyst (I think that's how it's spelled) to protect the kidneys from the dye? I have polycystic kidney disease, and a family history of brain aneurysm, so a CT scan or MRI was recommended as screening, in addition to checking out increasing migraines. I was told the CT scan is more accurate than an MRI.
CT contrast - thyroid storm! Took 2.5 weeks for my metabolism and thyroid st settle down from its HYPER state. They should never have given it to me.... but they knew best and after denied the contrast could have done this to me....
A friend of mine was in for an MRI due to a tumor in his groin area. He went in for an MRI previously in the middle of 2010 and from what I know he didn't have any side effects. He came in for another MRI a day before Thanksgiving and after having the dye administered, he had a extremely severe allergic reaction to it that resulted in total organ failure. Unfortunately, he passed away, leaving behind a newborn son. I had not seen him face to face since I graduated high school in 2002 and was lucky to get a chance to talk to him again on facebook. I wonder if he was ever told of the possible side effects. I also wonder why he had no problems previously and suddenly this happens. I wonder if I could ask that they administer a small amount to test for an allergic reaction if I request it before I ever get an MRI. Though due to the small percentage shown on the statistics, I understand why it isn't a priority.
HT,
These dye tests are done for doctors, not for patients. With the test result in hand, they can't be accused of missing something. So, the standard of care is now to order the dye tests at the slightest provocation.
Most doctors are concerned with being sued for missing a condition. So they want the pictures to prove they didn't miss anything. They are far more concerned with getting those pictures than with avoiding risk to their patients. Thus, they will withhold from you negative information about the tests' risks in order to persuade you to agree to the test. If you are ill or in pain, you are even less likely to question them. I would argue that "consent" obtained under such circumstances does not qualify as informed consent.
It is very likely that if you consult a doctor concerning an adverse event, they will tell you that they've "never heard of such an outcome." What they mean by "hear" is "read about it in a 'peer-reviewed' journal." Patients' reports of adverse events will be discounted. This state of denial is likely to continue because journal articles will be suppressed, as they are not in the interest of the drug companies; CT scan companies; and the doctors.
The dye tests are currently treated as if they are akin to a blood draw. The only place for these contrast dye tests is where you are suffering severe symptoms and the alternative is exploratory surgery. I am not generally a fan of personal injury lawyers, but it will take litigation to change the excessive use of these dangerous dyes & radiation. You can't predict your outcome based on anyone else's experience - or even your own in the past.
In the last 3 weeks I have had 4 CAT Scans with Contrast Dye. 1 Cat Scan with the Barium Drink and an MRI with contrast.
At no time I was told I should drink a ot of water the rest of the day. Has anyone heard of this?
My Husband had to be rechecked every 3 mon. for almost a year after a AAA Stent and before that he also had scans with dye. Now yearly he gets them but is given Mucomist beforehand and a flush. His Kidneys were perfect before and now are at 40%
I just had brain mri with the contrast dye and I had NO issues. I was really worried after reading all the blogs and comments but it was a piece of cake. The only thing I can think of is that I've been really drained the last couple of days.
I've had the dye both of my scans (abdominal/pelvis)....The first time I had no reaction what so ever. About 2-3 weeks later I had another scan done. I broke out in hives the next morning. It was a really itchy rash all over my body! I was given a steroid shot, benadryl pills, and Medrol tablets. I was informed about all of the side effects and risk that were involved. They also told me about the sensation of peeing on yourself
Had ct scan on liver and kidneys. Mon. Had bad itching and burning on arms next morning. Went back to Dr. and got prednizone for itching. Bad headaches and very tired all week. Sat. pm got horrible stomach cramps and sick at my stomach as well as very dizzy. Finally threw up about a qt. of greenish metalic smelling junk, then had severe diararea for several hours. This morning, exhausted and headache. Of course, Dr will say none of this was caused by dye although I have an allergy to iodine and shell fish, which is in my file and should have sent up a red flag.
I had a stress test a yr ago and had a reaction to dye but I didn't associate the two. Don't know if there is a connection or not. Am praying a lot that this never happens to anyone again!!!
See posts of 4/1/11 and 4/5/11. I did have the cardiac catheterization with contrast dye on 5/5/11. Since I had a previous allergic reaction, I premedicated with prednisone and benedryl starting at noon the day before and every six hours before leaving home for the procedure. I still had a mild reaction - what appeared to be a "flush" on my chest and back and slight itching, but certainly not as severe as previously. So please be sure to discuss any reactions with the physicians, radiology techs, nurses and note it in the future when you are asked if you have any allergies. We must all be responsible for our own health care and not be so quick to blame others. Ask lots of questions and be informed and honest in the answers that you provide - read everything before you sign your name to anything. It is our body and we are all ultimately responsible for ourselves. I'm 60 years old and never had allergies until last year - your body changes - take good care of it. Good luck everyone - be informed and ask questions.
I also drank a lot of water and juice that day and extra for the week after - I think that helped too. So drink lots of water to flush the dye out of your system.
Hi I had done a can on the 29 of april with dye and I just found out I'm pregnant, I'm about 3 week that is before the scan. I'm scared that the dye could have done something wrong to my baby.
I had a ct w/ contrast 4 years ago. It damaged the nerves in my feet, my thyroid and my kidneys. I began having flu like symptoms 2-3 hours after the test. The Dr. office that ordered the test never admitted that the dye was the reason.
I had a CT scan with contrast two days ago. I didn't have any of the hives or itching, although I did have the familiar burning when it was administered by IV and the warm "peeing myself" feeling. Two days later, I feel a bit tired and have had a few moments of dizziness. I hope this is going to clear up soon.
I am somewhat glad that i came upon this site, because i have been most regretful for subjecting myself to this deadly CT-Scan, and i wish i had boned up on the ramifications before becoming a sacrificial lamb. it is quite disturbing to now understand that some 15000 people will be dead next year from CT-Scan, and some 29000 would come down with various types of cancer.
had ct scan 3 weeks ago..the tech had trouble getting the needle in my arm...after several attempts and much pain it worked...my arm was sore and bruised for 2 weeks and still is sensitive to the touch arounnd the area...but also my joints are aching in that arm and up to my neck...perfectly healthy before the ct scan...
I had a scan done on May 25, 2011 and aside from feeling very hot and having a an extreme sensation to urinate all seemed fine. However, a little over 3 weeks later I am having terrible leg pain, mainly upper thigh. I was curious to know if anyone else is experiencing this?
i had an mri in 2005 and the heat was almost unbearable. I was shaking weak and threw up right in the office the nurse said are you ok I said no i feel like im going to die, i am sick to my stomach dizzy ect... she just said she had never seen this happen before and it must be my nurves what an idiot. anyhow i have not felt the same since muscle pain and tired all the time i havent been back to a doc since and dont think i ever will unless i am dying.
I am still very itchy over ny hips and back after a CAT scan 5 months ago.
I took steroids and antihistamine prior to scan,
Cortisone cream helped for a while, but not know. It is very irritating. Wakes me up during the night.
Posted comment June 12...now have swelling and bruising on the right arm in the elbow joint...other stiffness comes and goes ...what is in this dye ????
I had a ct done at noon on 6-21-11 I drank the nasty contrast and had the IV dye as soon as they put the dye in my iv i started sneezing got a stuffy nose and started coughing.My ears burned and itched like mad. I started having troable breathing and asked for my things to get my inhaler which i only need when im sick with something to do with my lungs. Well i wasnt sick so i didnt bring it I asked if they could get me one they sent my mother-inlaw all the way to my house to get it by the time she made it back they had already put me back out in the waiting room after takeing my inhaler i felt well enougth to leave and go to a hosptial with doctors who know more than how to tie their shoes
Having an MRI with contrast this Monday and am very concerned about the comments about Gadolidium side effects. The only allergy I have is to sulfa drugs. I'm 55 and scared to have this MR with the dye. Reason for MRI is loss to peripheral vision and they need to diagnose cause by doing an MRI on eyes, pituitary, and brain. Hope somebody can help..
I just had a CT Scan this afternoon, and got so violently sick, from the injection and the dye. I vomited dry heaves, diahrea, and dizzy, nausea uncontrollable, and hot and cold flashes racing heart, and swollen throat and gums, could not swallow, or take a deep breath. Shaking horribly, back ache, now. Legs were hurting. Almost went to the Hospital for allergic reaction treatment. i fought it at home, but still feel not good, hope it passes, never ever again1 almost died! GIGI
Good website. I have yearly cat scans of the abdomen due to breast cancer 11 yrs. ago. Recently, I have had to repeat the scan two times (3 months apart) due to nodule on the lung. Will go again in 3 months to check it again. This site explains why my back itched and broke out with scabs and is discolored - like it is burned. It has crept up around the neck and even onto the arms. My family doctor and oncologist looked at it after the lst scan and didn't even connect it to the scan or seem concerned. It has gotten worse after the 2nd scan and I am going to see a skin doctor. But, now worried about having the scan again in 3 months. I have never had a problem with acne, but have sensitive skin. I even have a few scabs on the face, which I have never had in my life. I think now that it may be because I've had two scans with contrast within 3 months. Hope this helps someone.
Had a cat scan this morning. Was premedicated with prednysone and benadryl. It is 8 hours later and my face is bright red. So far no rashes or dryness or itching. Am drinking alot of water and am hoping it won't get any worse than this. I think everyone should be premedicated. It doesn't cost much and could save a life.
I've had a few (head & neck) MRI's, 2 w/contract. Just warm heavy feeling during. All was good after.
Having CTA tomorrow and am wondering if the machine used makes a difference? Tomorrow will be on a 256 SLICE CT-FLASH ~ Lowest Radiation Dose, and hoping I won't have any side effects. I will:
*Prophylactically take Benadryl 1hr before and at least 48 hrs after.
*Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
*Go for a long swim to work that crud out of my body!
That should take care of the dye. The radiation is something else. It's a crap shoot whether I can't handle it.
I will try to come back and review procedure.
I have had CT Scan with contrast twice and MRI with contrast once. I had no adverse reactions to the CT Scans at all. With the MRI I woke up that night about 12 hours later with clear diarrhea which I took to be the contrast agent getting tossed from my body. All is well.
In my case the information gained by having these tests far,far outweighed the discomfort.When perusing the web for info on scans with agents keep in mind that folks who had adverse events will tend to be over-represented as they are more likely to tell their story. They don't write songs about guys who go out in the boat, have a great time, and return safely.
Over-represented?!
Your one of the lucky ones.
I had a friend who did not know he was allergic to the dye and it was fatal. Rare instance I know, but we need to keep abreast of the dangers of the radiation and allergic reactions to the dye that can be different with each person. You can have the cat scan w/o dye if you are allergic. Disagree that it is all over-represented as you say. It's called being knowledgeable and aware and making the decision before you sign the paper for the scan with contrast at the hospital, which relieves them of all responibility. I have had several cat scans w/contrast with no serious side effects until recently. I am older now and you can develop allergies for no reason. We all have a song or story to tell - it's called sharing information.
Interesting that a few commented about a bed "sore" on their buttock. Had the same after my last cat scan with contrast, in addtion to other skin problems. May be from the radiation, which will be diagnosed by a dermatoligist in a few wks. Good that we are sharing information and our experiences, which helps us to keep on top of all and be aware of consequences since doctors do not always explain the negative side of tests.
my wife 40yrs was in a car acciedent christmas eve with the kids from a lady running a redlight. at the hospitol my wife had blood in her urine and untold adominal pain. The hospitol stated it was imperitive that she have a ct scan to find internal bleeding. She had a bruise spline and kidney and her whole left side was black and blue. she had over 5 times the amount of chest xrays and scans than noraml in one sitting.
No surgury was needed at the time and was sent home to heal. what a horriable few months to follow. the uncomfortabe healing process.
now 6 months later with energy levels wacked, pains in her body that come and go. besides what we thought the acciedent caused her to go into premedapause did not have all the signs. She was getting pegnacey test showing negitive with odd symoptoms, gets a shot to bring on a cycl;e then 7 weeks from her last cycle she hits positive on two tests, take her to the gyn and shows negative again. full ultrasound shows nothing in her.
I started reading up on hyperthyroid and started to see a link that since the CT scan iodine does collect in the thyriod, depends on amount can cause all the side effects she has had for the past 6 months since the high sigle ct scan in her life ever.
Is it possiable that a very healthly women never missed her cycle, takes no drugs or medications. gets a ct scan and has nothing but the actual side effects from a damaged thyriod which is now cuasing her thyriod to be unbalnced hormones and pitrutory glands off beat to produce such drastic horrmones to hit positive when there is absolutly not pregent and headaches never had before, body energy levels and pain and hormone swings plus the thyriods effects?
I had a CT scan yesterday with contrast. Dr wanted to scan vocal cord area and thyriod. i woke up the next day with a badly swollen red face - very hot to the touch and itchy from my head to waste area. the next day the face swelling was worse and my eyes were now almost swollen shut,my face and neck were swollen and the itching continued. Mainly on my chest, waist, earloabes, neck and face. I am shedding a layer of skin, similar to a sunburn on my stomach and arms.
I had an MRI of the small intestine yesterday. I had spent about 20 minutes in the scanner before they injected the dye into my arm. I was told that I would probably feel the dye going into my body and I was not worried but it was never explained to me of any sde affects. I felt the dye enter my body and it felt really warm but within a few moments I started to feel severe pain in my chest and all over my body and an enormous feeling of itching but like someone was sticking the sharpest pins all over my body. The radiographer could see that I was in distress and pulled me out of the scanner at this point I felt like my body was on fire. The scan was then stopped and i was able to sit up. I was covered in blister like spots and my chest was still hurting. The radiographer said that it there is a 10,000 chance of an allergic reaction to the dye and he had never seen a reaction like this. I was given an injection of some sort and then also oral piriton and within an hour I started to feel better mostly better. 24 hours later, my chest still feels a little tight and my skin stills a little itchy and I am still feeling drowsy but so much better than I did during the scan. All i can say is that unless there is another way to have an MRI, I will never be having one again!!!
I had a ct scan the 18th of July for possible appendicitis issues. The staff was wonderful, and I believe they explained things well mostly because I ask a lot of questions still I was apprehensive about putting Iodine into my blood stream. I was informed of the weid sensations I could experience and the had me raise my arms above my head. Now I am having a off and on random warm sensation in my left leg. Thats what led me to this sight. I am drinking lots of water and also noticed it tastes chlorinated. Feel tired and have stiff joints. I am also giving myself a dose of (Allicin) 3 to 5 garlic cloves a day(just research it Garlic is amazing) for 5 to seven days, i'ts a natural antibiotic. Honey also has natural antibacterial properties and both need to be raw and unheated. I'm glad to have read these comments
Hd a CT scan a week ago. No problem during the test, nothing till around 2 am., Woke up shivering and shaking pretty bad. A little nauseous, took a relaxer pill sat on my hands and it went away. I figure it was worth it as went in for leg pain, found Renal Arteries blocked and blockage in the legs. Will now get stents this week. Grateful for the test, who know how long it would have taken to spot the renal arteries. So a little suffering was worth it to me.
I had a CT scan (w/wo contrast), of abdomen and pelvis yesterday. When they questioned me prior to picking the Barium sulphate prep kit, I informed them of the many allergies that I have. They decided to pre-medicate me with 6th hrly 40 mg prednisone 13 hrs prior to CT, and 50 mg benadryl one hr before the CT. I was also told that upon giving the dye via IV, I will feel hot at the site of IV and throat and will feel like I will have to pee. Upon administering the dye, I did feel the heat in the arm, throat, heaviness on my chest and the pee-ing feeling. I also felt my heart racing and tingling and numbness in hands and feet. When I mentioned this to the Tech, I was told my heart was racing because I was apprehensive and that hands were tingling because they were raised above my head. I knew this was not normal, with a pounding heart and hard breathing, I thought of asking to have my BP taken but there was no such attachment or apparatus there. I was told to take normal meals and lots of fluids to flush out the dye. After I came home I fell down fast asleep due to the Benadryl. Upon waking 2 hrs later, I took meals but food didnt taste as it should; and I had severe head ache and neck ache. Since I still felt palpitations, I checked my BP which was very low with a very high heart rate. I continued taking liquids and resting. More than 12 hrs after the CT, I continue to have tachycardia and palpitations, headache and dizziness. Is this allergy to the dye? despite being pre-medicated? My BP is going lower each 3-4 hrs later that I am checking, now as low as 97/49 however my HR is getting lower. It is past midnight and I am restless, cannot lay down because of the discomfort I have in my chest. What exactly is included in the dye? all they mention and ask is about Iodine. There is no mention of vasodilators because how/why would anyone feel the urge to pee immediately unless the blood supply to the kidneys is flushed? and why does one get tingling numbness unless the blood supply to the limbs is not compromised? why does the heart race unless it has to work hard to supply blood to all the organs of the body because most of the blood is gone to the kidneys? are there any answers? Do i take my symptoms as allergies to iodine because these happened despite being pre-medicated?
I had MRI with gadolinium constract dye. A few hours later I had one completely blood shot eye and very tired. Next morning I had chest, shoulder and neck pain, with muscle spasms, very painful. Also headache, nausea and fatigue. I contacted hospital, they said it was nothing to do with their procedure. So I went on internet and found other people who had experienced exactly the same. One person said 'take an antihistamine'. So after 48hrs of feeling awful, one tablet and an hour later I felt great.Why won't medical authorities accept these side effects? ANY SYMPTOMS, ANTI-HISTAMINE. Its a delayed allergic reaction. Although medical personel say its not possible!
After reading some of your stories on the reaction(s) the ct scan and MRI dyes I find that I have a number of the symptoms many of you have. I've had several and I think only twice was I told to drink alot of water after the test. I'm sure that no one told me what the side affects are. I think I'm now experiencing them. My skin on the hands and my feet brake out in very dry and large "blisters." My skin peels off very easily. My throat is super dry. My abdomin aches. I catch colds more frequently. Just this year I've had five colds. The last scan I had was about a year and half ago maybe longer and I still feel the heat from the dye. I also have backaches. Neihter the doctors or anyone else said anything about the side affets. The doctors recently told me I have allergies! Right now my vocal cords and nostrils are imfammed. I'm been referred an EN&T doctor. I have joint pain and discomfort (this could also be due to Fasamax) a medication to treat pre osteroporosis. Several years ago I started getting very sick. I felt as though I had the flu, pms, and morning sickness, headaches, and my body and head would heat up. I felt as though I had a high fever. But every time I took my temperture it was normal. The doctors couldn't find the problem. They kept saying it was due to stress. I persistently kept after the doctors to keep testing, to think outside the "box". But to no avail. After reading your stories I think I probably have dye poisioning. I have to admit that it's very frightening. I totaly empathize and sympathize with all of you. My heart goes out to you all.
God help us all. I sincerely hope you all get the help, treatment and care you need and don't give up in getting it. If you don't mind I'll pray for us all. Take care.
Over the past 25 years I have had numerous MRI's and CT's due to back and other problems. Up until about 5 years ago they used the dye on me and then in 2006 I was in the hospital for a very severe case of the flu and they did an MRI of my abdomen and used the contrast. I had an immediate reaction that the tech could see happening with my face getting red and change in blood pressure/heart rate maybe because she stopped the test and they immediately injected me with a huge dose of benadryl. I was told I could no longer take the dye as I was allergic to it. I am also allergic to Prednisone which is something they give to prevent reaction to the various contrast dyes. Last week they did a CT on me and they had me take 50mg of Benadryl before the test and I was ok during the test. Afterwards in the hours following the test I had severe pain in my left shoulder, neck, arm and back and felt basically run down and sick for the rest of the day.
My question is this. If you can't take the dye for CT/MRI/PET or other scans how does this impact the DRs ability to pinpoint your problems and treat you? Are there other tests they can do that have less side effects than these with the contrast dye. I have been told unless they use the contrast they can see very little with these tests.
Ive been having CT scans every 3 months for about a year now. Havnt had any problems (except for the hot flushes and funny taste in my mouth) But had one this morning and the nurse didn't put my gelco in properly and the contrast was injected into my muscle! Very painful! My arm has swollen up and i may need surgery to get the liquid out of my arm. The reason I'm telling you this so you ensure your telco is put in correctly so you can avoid this happening to you!
Had CT yesterday. Headache started 1/2 way through test. Face became quite warm. By the afternoon, headache was terrible. Muscles in my arms and back were killing me. Then it included my back. Bad night. Better today with just a little bit of headache. Have had CTs before--never a reaction like this. Wondering if any one else has had this happen?
I had a CT scan yesterday with dye injection. I straight away felt sick and warm, my eyes were flickering and I couldn't settle myself down. Once I got up to leave I was dizzy and everything felt surreal, it still does. I'm tired and cannot stomach food. I feel like I'm not real and my body does not want to move. The arm I had the injection in is sore and I keep having the warm feeling throughout parts of my body (mainly the shoulder of the arm the injection went into)
So after having a CT Scan with the dye injection done today, I would probably say its not a good idea to go out drinking tonight? Any thoughts or other suggestions? I'm only going out because its a going away party but I was just having second thoughts about drinking. I better stick to water & maybe tea.
I had a CAT scan done yesterday, August 9th, 2011 for pelvic/abdomen. It was my very first ever. I was told what to expect before the IV. It went well for most parts. This morning upon getting up for work, I noticed how achy my body felt and now experiencing headaches like crazy. I have read that headaches are one of the side effects. I have since taken 2 extra strength tylenol which usually kicks in in about 30 minutes. It has been 45 minutes and I am still having the headaches. I just hope my test comes back okay, then it will be worth it.
Hi,
I had my first CT scan with contrast performed this morning for my liver. I did feel the warm sensation in my chest, and pelvic area (honestly, my entire Vagina felt like it was on fire) but the Tech did warn me of that prior to the injection.
The test went well however, on my ten minute drive back to work, I started to feel extremely cold and the weather was about 98 degrees today. I started having chills really bad and by the time I arrived at work, I needed two blankets and a desk heater to warm me up a bit. I immediately begin to feel quite drowsy and fatigued, similar to having the flu. My arms were covered in chill bumps and I ended up passing out (or falling asleep rather) for 45 minutes. Afterward, I remained drowsy for the remainder of the day. I was looking online to see if what I experienced was normal and came across this site.
It was really weird and I'm not sure if that was an allergic reaction or what??
I had a scan today, the tech told me that I would feel warm which I did, after that I felt normal. It was not a bad experience, but from everything I read I was afraid I would get sick. I had no problems
Had 2 CT scans within 3 weeks. The first one was uneventful. For both, I drank the prep solution prior and was injected with the dye during the test.The second test left me almost immediately with watery diarrhea which resolved within several hours. Then later that evening, discovered hives and then shaking chills and hot flashes. Took benadryl which seemed to help but left me groggy but unable to sleep well. I feel mostly better the next day but still have some evidence of hives.
Hey everyone. I had a CT scan in January of this year. My dr. thought I had a pulminary embolism. I was terrified of doing this CT scan in the first place because I am very closterphobic (sorry if i spelt that wrong). Anyways i went in to get the scan done. A nurse had come in to put the IV in my arm. She argued with the technition about what size needle to put in my arm. (I have very small veins). When they started the test everything was going fine. Then I felt the worst pain I have felt in a long time. The contrast dye infiltrated into my left arm which made it swell up to 18 inches and got rock hard. I had to stay the night in the hospital because of their mess up and had to get yet another Ct scan. To make a long story short, now when i wake up in the morning my left hand is stiff and very sore. I have muscle spasms and alot of pain as well as muscle weekenss. It followed with a four day migraine after the initial scans.
Has anyone experienced this before? If so, what should I do? I dont have health insurance and cant afford it. Any kind of advice would be nice!
I had a CT Enterograrphy today.Oh my goodness, after drinkong three,24 oz Barium at 15 minute intervels,they finally did my test.But,before they could I started to frrl very nausish & Having uncontrolable diaherra.. As the Tec was putting my IV in my stomach started to cramp really bad.but I just wanted this thing over with.. They asked me to put my arms above my head while taking some scans then warned me when the dye would be released. Well, to my horror,I new I would feel a warm feel but what I felt was far from warm.My arm was screaming in pain!I kept telling them that it was hurting.The techs said just hold on a few more seconds we're almost done.I almost thought I would pass out from the pain.I am not kidding! It was that bad.When the IV was taken out,My arm was twice it's normal size,I can't bend it closed and it still hurts.It also itches.I itch all over,I have a headache,still have diaherra,and am extremely tired and nauses.I'm really upset by all this.Today is Tuesday & Thurday I have to have a Colonoscopy & endoscopy,so this has made things a very terrible week.To make matters worse,they could have put me in the womens dressing room,as to no be embarrassed by running to the bathroom.But instead I had to sit in a waiting room full of people,with the bathroom way down the hall.
I had a ct scan with dye this morning, they warned me it would feel warm in my arm but it wasnt just my arm it felt like the whole of me was on fire it was quite frightening but it only lasted seconds thankfully. Iv had no side affects so farr but after reading other comments on here i am hoping i wake up with no swellings..
The reaction I had was total swelling of the throat and I stopped breathing. From what I was told I had three shots of adrenalin and was on a breathing machine overnight before the body relaxed enough to breath.I was in ICU for a day and then a normal ward. I was lucky the CT scan was being done in a hospital and not a clinic
I had a CT scan yesterday with both oral and IV contrast. Last night about 12 hours after the test I developed
- METALLIC TASTE IN MOUTH
- SEVERE HEARTBURN THAT WOKE ME UP
I have been on Nexium for years and never get heartburn.
I called the tech today who did my test and she said eveything should be out of my system and that these symptoms were unrealted.
That is in direct opposition to what I've been reading about delayed reactions - days or weeks later.
Anyone have the symptoms I did? And if so, did they resolve?
I developed severe heartburn and a metallic taste in my mouth after having a CT scan yesterday with both IV and oral contrast solution.
I called the tech today and she said it was unrealted.
Did anyone else get heartburn or metallic taste?
Inventor of Omniscan (Steven Qauy) tells the toxic truth: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Vol. 8, pp. 467-48 1, I990. Release of Gd3+ from the complex is responsible for the toxicity associated with gadoliium complexes;
a consequence of Zn2+, Cu2+, and Ca2+ transmetallatiou in vivo.
The co-inventor of Magnivest (Dr. Wienman/Bayer executive) public admission : "The train radiologist didn't see coming" http://www.diagnosticimaging.com/ismrm/2007/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=199701977
Went to have a CT scan today and firstly had a liver function test. Then had to drink barium mixture before going into scanner. It was at that point that the technicians decided that is I have rather difficult veins to get a needle into and as I have no symptoms at the moment (It has taken over a month to get the appointment) it would be a waste of time to have a scan. What a waste of time. I now have flatuence and really bad reflux so bad that it is like a heart attack.(I have a hiatus hernia) At no time was I told of any side effects and was not asked to sign any forms.
Had upper and lower abdominal CT scans in 2008. I'm allergic to many things and always worry about chemicals in my body. Well, of course, even though they tell you adverse reactions aren't common, we all had some bad reaction and so did I: as I was leaving and at my car I saw several itchy hives on my arms and had hives on my neck. I went back, spen 1.5 hours being observed till they cleared up. Honestly, the radiology dept at the hospital shouldn't be shooing people off right after these scans because if like me, you are alone, and get a reaction, who knows what can happen. Now I'm facing possible injection again with a pending gallbladder removal and I can tell you, I'm making sure these laid-back medicos know that I have this sensitivity and to please watch out!
I had an MRI w/ contrast done on my brain this morning. The only issues I had after was being hot/flushed and nausea and slight headache. I have been drinking lots of water to flush the stuff out of my system. Sounds like I'm one of the lucky ones!
I've had both. With a ct I used to get sick every time but now my body has become accustomed to it.
With the MRI I've had 5 and I never felt a thing untill this last one. I had it this morning and when the guy injected the dye my throat got realy hot. I had extreamly swollen lymph nodes a few days ago and they are still a little swollen so this may have been the cause of my discomfort.
I had a ct scan 2 days ago and got the dye injected into my lower back. The worst pain from an injection I ever felt. They said to take 2 days bed rest for the injection to heal. 3 days later I was dehydrated and extreme headaces started it was so bad im a 24 year old man and it made me cry. I haven't cried sence i was a kid. I found out to drink as much water as possible. After that it went away. Coosa diagnostics never informed about any side affect or risks.
Side effects of anything are not nice but I think we all have to remember that these scans are being done for a reason, normally to detect cancers. It could potentially could save your life surely a bit of discomfort is worth it. After all the cancer if left untreated would be worse. Saying that I didn't have any problems other than a bruised arm where they couldn't get the cannula in.
Carol: So you did fine, good, but consider our scary experiences. I have had a bad reaction to more than just the CT Scan in my life and now neither trust nor feel like the medicos care much about my special needs unless it happens on the table. I'm being warned now that the next bad reaction could be worse and even kill me so yes, scans are necessary to detect serious diseases but alternatives should be considered right off the bat. I believe sensitive people are sensitive people always. I have had allergies to many thihgs throughout my life but my impression of the medical profession, although we all know they want to avoid lawsuits, don't listen to me when I tell them please watch out for these sensitivities which I have dealt with all my life. I even go so far as to fill out forms in big letters, underlining, to help them notice, and then I go into the "little room" to wait and a doctor (has happened more than once) will come in and hasn't even LOOKED at the paperwork. I wear a medic-alert bracelet; however, I doubt whether anyone will notice it unless to make me take it off before surgery. When you feel like simply another "signature" or number, you get a little annoyed and more than antsy to be undergoing risky tests. I only have one body and I'd kinda like it not damaged or dead for as long as possible.
I read this site the day before I went and had my CT scan. It totally freaked me out. Yes, reactions can happen, but they are RARE. And they are managable.
Having lived through it and realized all these people are freaking out about nothing, I feel like an idiot.
Yes, the dye feels warm. Yes, it's a bit uncomfortable. But it's not painful. And it's over in 15 seconds.
I had my scan at 5:00 and was out for dinner and drinks with friends at 8:30.
I just had a CAT Scan yesterday. This was my 4th one....they blew my vein not once but twice. I came home looking like popeye. My arms was huge and now my arm is sore and I am itching all over. The doc said its not my fault nor her fault the vein blew, its the contrast going in quick and its thick and it causes it to happen. Now I have had 3 other ones and never did this. I personally dont think they took the time to get a good vein. They had to go to my other arm to get a good vein. Thaks for the water tip, I will do that next time. I have to go every six months. What worries me, doing it this much, is it going to hurt me???
I received a CT scan this evening due to discomfort/numbness on the back, left side of my head. No dye was injected into me. When I asked the doctor why, she said it wasn't necessary because it does not assist much when scanning the brain. During the scan I felt extremely warm. Afterwards, I felt disorientated, itchy, and it felt like my skin was on fire. On my way home, I started to get a headache. When I got home, I applied an all natural vitamin c body cream on my face and body which seemed to help alleviate the itching and burning. I have also been drinking water. From my research, if you have the option, opt for an MRI or Ultrasound. Much safer and NO radiation. CT scans give out 10 times more radiation than a standard x-ray. Doctors really need to start informing their patients about this procedure. Although a small percentage, CT scans have been linked to cancer and repeated exposure (especially in a short period of time) is NOT good. If I had a choice at the alternative I would not have done a CT scan. Unfortunately, this was my only option at my health care provider's facilities. Although I'm glad that it ruled out something life threatening, I am not happy with the level of radiation my body has been exposed to. Your body tells you when something is wrong - listen to it. Do not be afraid to ask questions and speak up if need be. We, as patients, have the right to be treated with respect and should be well informed as these decisions we make in our lives concern our well being. It is sites like these and people like you that have brought knowledge and comfort in this experience to others. Although not everyone reacts to this experience the same, it is still important information for everyone to absorb about this issue. Thank you to everyone who has shared their comments.
Had a CT scan with contrast dye on my head on Friday 21st Oct at 9am. I also read this website before visiting the hospital and was nervous.
However I was out pretty quickly. The injection didn't hurt. The contrast dye does make you feel warm all over and in between your legs like you have peed yourself but this sensation lasted only a few minutes. I was on the golf course by 2pm. I have had no problems. They asked me to sign some paperwork before and asked I was pregnant, had any allergies and if i was diabetic.
had a ct for kidney cysts about 2 years ago.hated the hot feeling and felt panicky.today i had a follow up scan ,it was worse,1st the needle for the die missed the vein so 10 hours later my arm still feels strange,they then did find a vein and i had the die injected. this time the hot feeling wasnt to bad ,but i got terrible palpitations,like i was going to have a heart attack or something.when it was over the pounding heart palpitations stopped now 12hours later i just dont feel rite.sort of panicky.is this normal. don't have a rash,just slightly nauseous.how long will it take for the strange sometimes tingly feeling in my arm to go.its not there all the time.it comes and goes.and is severe palpitations normal or could it have been anxiety
Had an abdominal and pelvic ct scan today with and without contrast. Firstly, I had to drink 6 12 oz cups of horrible lemon mix that tasted like cat urine before I even finished the first cup. I was supposed to take all this within an hour. It leaves a horrible taste in your mouth and I wanted to vomit. I cheated because you really don't need all those cups. By the time I finished the fourth cup they called me in and I didn't tell them that I didn't take all of them since I have had scans and colonoscopies before and you really don't need all that liquid. The nurse was very thorough and explained how long it would take and that when the contrast was administered I would feel very hot and feel like I peed on myself but it is just a sensation. They also gave me a few sips of alka seltzer before the contrast and said I would be gassy. I wasn't really. I had a headache before this whole thing probably cause I was hungry, but other than that and the fact that I had to keep going to the bathroom from just four cups of the mix, I had little to no side effects. I did have a metallic taste in my mouth which she told me I would have for the duration of the test but I had it until I had eaten a decent lunch. The only other side effect I have that I don't know if it is related is that I have slight stomach spasms and when I go to the bathroom I had some blood in soft stool and I don't know if that is normal. Guess I will find out tomorrow when I get results. Glad it's over.
I had my first Co trash MRI thus week, felt fine after went for breakfast and about an hour later started getting real nauseous. & then I threw up fir the rest if the day no matter what I tried to drink of eat. The Contrast did not agree with me at all.
I had a chest CT scan with IV contrast on Monday 10-24-11 and I've been in bed since about 4 hours afterwards. I had shaking chills Monday night and my skin is red, hot and itchy from head to toe. It is now 7 pm on Wednesday 10-26-11 and although the rash is still there it is less itchy and I can now eat. Benadryl did nothing but make me sleepy. This happened in May when I had a scan but I thought it was a drug reaction - I didn't even know they gave me contrast. No more contract for me !
Wendy, I had a brain CT scan on 10/23/11 without contrast and my immediate reaction to the radiation was disorientation and itchy, burning skin. Later that night, I woke up shaking with chills. Almost a week later, I am finally starting to feel like myself again. I want people to know that even without the contrast your body reacts to the radiation.
I had a CT Scan 2 weeks ago and have been in a living hell since. I haven't had more than 3 hours sleep a night. I have been having chest discomfort and leg cramps in places I didn't know was possible. I am up all night walking the floor and crying. I can handle pain but this is rediculous. My doctor says I am just dehydrated and to drink more but all I do is drink and pee. I find it hard to believe that all of a sudden at 60 years old I have developed these symptoms. I still have to work and can barely get through the day. I am so stressed all I do is cry. How long can a person go without sleep? I have aged 10 years in the last 2 weeks. I hope I never need another because that will be a big fat "NO"
I had contrast dye with an abdominal CT earlier tonight and was left with a screeching headache! I've had it before without any ill effects, except the rather alarming feeling of having urinated on the table! Make sure you tell your docs/nurses about ANY allergies...even foods.
Ive had three cat scans with the contrast in the last three years.
I felt the usual symptoms immediately,warm,and that dry metallic taste in my mouth.But this last time (yesterday) I felt very hot,not warm while the dye was being administered.Then I felt fine all day until late in the evening.I started to feel very nauseous.I went to bed.This morning I woke up after a restless sleep (hot flashes)and before I got out of bed I felt very dizzy.I got up and went to work but have been nauseous all day.I also woke up with small blisters on half of my lip.Very strange and my face is so red and dry.
Going to drink more water and moisturize my face.Its bright red and my lip is very dry also.I do not think I will do this procedure again.
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There are a couple of different contrast dyes that they use. I had an MRI done with Multihance Gadolinium IV, and felt horrible and started vomiting for about 60 seconds. Then I felt 100% fine. Had to get another MRI, and they used a different contrast dye, and I was absolutely fine.
I had a Cat Scan with dye and it was very warm feeling that freaked you out a bit. My tech explained all the feelsi would have and I was very well prepared. I have felt sick to my stomach the rest of night but not enough to worry about. I have read a ton of the comments and can only say the reason you see so many negitive experences is that the people that have not side effect will not search the site to see if it is normal.
I have had 2 CT scans at 2 different facilities. The second time was a low dosage and all I felt was slight disorientation for for about a half a minute, and a rubber smell. The first time, by contrast, was a brain scan (higher dosage): I could feel the cold dye moving through my veins, and wherever the dye went I felt extraordinary pain. When it reached my heart I felt an adrenaline rush, when it reached my brain I felt dizzy. By the time It reached my legs I was in enough agony to say 'ow' a couple times. This was short lived and my symptoms were over in 2 or 3 minutes. I have no known medical or food allergies. Perhaps they injected the dye too quickly?
I had CT Scan yesterday with Contrast. First they gave me the drinkable kind which was mixed with grape sugarfree koolaid. 1-16 oz. glass then 45 minutes later 8 ounces then just before scan, 8 ounces more. It did not taste bad only left a metallic taste in my mouth afterwards. I was terrified of the IV Contrast. They explained the entire time what they were doing. The contrast went in, felt warmth going up my arm, HOT in my chest and warmth like I had peed. The heat in my chest is really what scared me the most. When I mentioned that during the scan, they said it would do that because it go's to all of your major organs. Afterwards, when I got home, I had a very upset stomach and today I have a mild headache and a little ichy, not bad though. It wasn't as bad as I had thought it would be, but I do not ever want to have another one. The guy that was in before me, came out red as a lobster and said he was having a reaction and that he had to go to bathroom to get some water to wash his face, he was hysterical, which what is really had me scared before I went in. I came close to refusing it after I saw him running out of the door.
I was put through a CT Scan in September of 2007. Soon after I received the dye (I was in a coma at the time) I went into Anaphylactic shock. I had been extubated before the CT Scan, they had my vitals stable enough to put me through. Luckily they were able to intubate again, my mother had to convince them not to do an emergency tracheotomy. It's been over 4 years, and I still have the feeling that my throat is closing up. I've had this checked out and they say it's mental, which it might be.
I've had my own share of these scans just recently had 2 with dye and one with dye and barium back to back within two weeks of each other ... what I don't read here is how much water did each person drink after the scan as well as for a week post scan? I was told to increase my water intake for a week after and right after the scan to drink at LEAST 32 ounces every few hours. I did this and I have had no adverse reactions ever.... I guess the water dilutes the dye? I also thank God for these extreme tests!
Had my CT with contrast today. I was informed about the warm feeling and metallic taste in my mouth. I wasn't quite prepared for the immediate nausea that hit me shortly after the dye was introduced. But, all in all it wasn't too bad and my technician was very informative. He did tell me to drink a lot of water to flush my system out. So far, I feel pretty good.
Perhaps some one will notice. My father died from CT Scan Dye injection. He started feeling warm, throat swelled up, respiratory failure and kidney failure ensued. FDA please do something.....
Immediately after it was administered I got nauseous and threw up and felt queezy the entire afternoon. I do not recommend.
Just another example of big pharma making money off of death. And the doctors trying to cover it up. stay as far as you can away from pharma poison it is all about money they could care less if they injure or kill you or a loved one
Yep, uh huh. justin (posted Sat nov. 26, 2011 4:15 pm) is an idiot. Some people need certain tests, FOOL.
alergic reaction to the dye given in CT scan 2 days after noticed red spots over my whole body very itchy dont scratch once u start cant stop week has passed still there still feel itchy no more octupys ink for me
My daughter is only 2 years old. She complained headache (rarely) and head uncomfortable (sometimes at night) during these three months. I made MRI scan appointment on 12/21 morning 9:00 for her. The nurse asked to stop drink and eat from 4 hours before. I am wondering if it would be better to let her drink or eat something before 5:00am in the morning. I do not know which one is better: to let her eat something during night or just starve for all night. What is the purpose for stopping eating and drinking?
I had a MRI scan done in UCH (London) – NO ONE informed me of the risk with the dye, I have only found out this letter when I started to get side effects after scan. My neck and chest were covered in rush and I ended up with swollen face and swollen eye lids it is three days since a scan and the side effects are still present.
Hi, I am a CT Technologist and have been performing CT scans for the last 10 years. First of all any good technologist should explain the test, and possible side effects before proceeding with the exam.
It IS normal for you to feel warm all over or in certain areas, back of throat, pelvis (sensation of "peeing"). It is also normal to feel nauseated, which is one of the reasons for fasting prior to the exam. Any of these sensations should only last a few minutes and should subside quickly.
From my experience any patients who have had headaches, shakes, or lightheadedness usually are very anxious and these reactions are the result of their anxiety OR the result of hunger due to fasting.
9 times out of 10, if a reaction is going to occur, it usually happens right away. You can have a reaction up to 3 hours after the test. Most of the time this is usually just hives. I have not even seen this happen in a few years.
The contrast is filtered out with your urine and is clear, so drink plenty of fluids after the exam to assist your body in this process. IV contrast is necessary to diagnose abnormalities. Your medical history and kidney lab values should be reviewed by your doctor AND the tecnologist BEFORE your exam to minimize any risk. If your healthcare providers are doing their jobs properly, there should be very little to worry about! Hope this helps ease some of your worries!
At last, a very concise intelligent explanation. Thanks Jennifer. Maybe a good Technologist who cares enough to ease their patients with all the information they need up front, really would make a difference.
Had CT with contrast yesterday, around 12:00 pm. Felt the warm sensation when dye pushed through IV. This may sound weird but for a few seconds my anus felt hot. No other side effects during test or later that afternoon. Started drinking a decent amount of water for rest of day/evening.
HOWEVER,about eight hours later (8:00 pm), I began to fell weird in the head, dizzy. At about 10:30 I my stomach started to act up. This continued to get worse overnight. By around midnight, I felt like hell. Nauseated, some dry heaves, got EXTREMELY cold and finally had to sit in a hot bath to warm up because nothing else would work. Note that I took my temp and it was normal--weird!
At approx. 4:00 am (after lying on the floor for a while!), my stomach stated to settle some and I began to fall asleep. Then bam, I was startled awake by an instantaneous, sharp pain in my tongue followed immediately by a metallic taste on my tongue. It felt like someone jammed a needle in my tongue!
I had no more pain in my tongue afterwards, but continued to have the metallic taste in my mouth for a while.
I think it was about 4:45 am, I was finally able to fall asleep. When I had to wake up about 8:00 am, my symptom subsided. However I was major tired because of the hellish night and lack of sleep.
It is 4:00 am as I write this blog on the second night after the CT test. I began felling heartburn by around 9:00 pm, and soon after began to have an upset stomach and started having small dry heaves. From then, till now, my stomach has felt like crap, including lots of gurgling. I also have had a lot of gurgling in my intestines.
I am not sure what happened to me overnight this tome. I know it could be dietary, but I am very suspicious it may be more reaction to the contrast yesterday.
This was my first CT scan ever. It was for my abdomen because of unexplained pain in my side as I have been suffering with a prostate infection. The doctor wanted me to get the CT scan to make sure she did not miss anything. The scan came back normal which is good, but in retrospect I SHOULD HAVE OPTED NOT TO HAVE THE CT SCAN DONE!!! Made me fell horrible, I am worried about any more side effects and I am worried about the large dose of radiation they use while performing this test.
Bottom line--I will never have a CT scan again unless I know, or strongly suspect I am in a very dire, possibly life or death situation, or in the event I could avoid a very invasive exploratory surgery. I suggest any one who reads this considers the same.
Good luck to those of you who are getting a CT scan performed. Maybe you will not have any significant side effects. Maybe!
There are a lot of bad stories here, makes me sad. I had a ct 2 days ago and had to drink alot of the contrast and also had it injected. I got the warming feeling and they warned me a head of time so I wasn't worried and it passed quickly. The only complaint I have is Diarrhea and gurgling in the belly. It kept me up all night with loud gurgleing. I was hoping that goes away quickly but as someone said, this is needed to see what is going on. I'll take the gurgles and even the diarrhea if it means saving me from something potentially harmful. Good luck everyone and God bless.
Two hours after my chest and heart CT scan, my prostate -- which is quite enlarged in Benign Prostate Hypeplasia (BPH) -- closed up completely. I had to run to the emergency room and be put on a urination catheter for three days, a nightmare. The technician who had administered the dye claimed that this reaction as a result of the dye was "impossible." But my primary care doctor said it was definitely possible and a 25-year veteran male nurse at the ER said he had seen it happen more than a few times. Later, my urologist said that the combination of the dye and my immobility during the CT scan could have caused the closure.
I just had a CT Scan this morning with both the Barium drink and the Contrast IV. My experience overall was positive.
The Barium drink was pretty disgusting because of the texture but nothing anyone couldn't handle. The IV made me feel a little warm and light headed but that is it. After the scan I was starving and once I ate I was bloated and had diarrhea. I was pretty tired after too but I also have the flu so I think this was the reason for the fatigue.
I'll post again if any other symptoms come up!
Many of these stories are frightening! In any event, I had a CT scan done this week and drank the dye. Test went fine, but coming out of the machine I immediately started getting hives. They gave me an injection of Benadryl and it cleared up almost instantaneously.
Hi, i had a ct scan done of the brain 6 months ago and i had no dye i just lyed on the bed and 5 min later she said your done... but if she didnt put any die in does that mean i should get it done again.. cause i still get all the syptomes?
Hi Everyone,
I had a CAT SCAN and dye yesterday. I wasn't told about the dye until 5 min before I got it done. I was made aware of the side effects the same time. Once injected, I felt the hot sensation. I felt my ears burning, my mouth tasted like it was full of pennies and I felt like I was peeing. I was so hungry after, I ate pizza which didn't taste right.. like pennies. The next morning (today) my eyes and face was swollen and my face has been burning all day. I only hope it's better tomorrow. I wondering if maybe I should seee a doctor in case its an allergic reation?
I had a CT Scan four days ago with the dye injected through an IV. The scan itself went fine with no immediate side effects. 24 hours later, however, I had a rash over most of my body, which is still there. Nothing in the documentation talked about a rash or hives being a possible side effect or the fact that Asthma (which I have quite badly) is often a sign that this might happen. Heading back to the doctor on Monday to find out what they can do, especially since they want to do another procedure on Tuesday. Not sure I want to move forward if I have not recovered from the last thing they did to me.
I had a CT scan with contrast in November. After the first injection I did not feel well and told the tech/nurse. My lets were shaking uncontrollably, I felt like something was wrong but they said to hold on and that the second injection would calm everything. Once they did the second injection my legs "immediately" stopped shaking. It was so bizarre. After the scan it took me twenty minutes to get focused enough to get home.
The next day a terrible rash popped out on my upper body and under my arms that is just now, after two months, starting to go away and only after meds. It has been very difficult to say the least.
I really don't think I would ever do it again. A few people told me the second time is worse.