10 Side Effects of CT Scans
Side Effect #6: Headaches and Dizziness
Headaches describe pain that is felt anywhere in the neck or head. The pain can be sharp, throbbing, or dull. Different types of headaches include migraines, cluster headaches, and tension-type headaches. Although common and nonspecific, frequent headaches can negatively affect school, work, and relationships. They can also lead to depression.
There are many causes of headache. Examples include dehydration, hunger, fatigue, stress, sleep deprivation, common cold, and infections. Dizziness occurs when the person experiences loss of balance, instability, or a sensation that their surroundings are spinning. It may lead to syncope. Both headaches and dizziness are common side effects in patients who undergo a CT scan with contrast.
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