Guest guest Posted February 16, 2011 Report Share Posted February 16, 2011 I've had several MRIs with contrast. It's pretty much standard procedure with TC. They do a series of scans without, pull you out of the machine, inject dye, and finish the series. I get an all-over flushed feeling but it goes away within seconds/minutes. My mom is allergic so she can't have contract. I think she started to itch, which is the sign of allergy. Afterwards, drink lots of water to flush your system and all should be good. It's nothing to worry about. The Dr. may have changed his mind after the appointment and called in the order for contrast. It happens. And I think the Dr. was just being cautious, telling you that he might not be able to see the tether. That can also happen. It did with mine, and we're focusing on pain management rather than major (retether) surgery. Jodi >If there is such a thing as phobias of hospitals and pharmaceuticals, then >I definitely have it! But an MRI seemed pretty non-invasive. ..until the >hospital called to say my son would need contrast dye with his MRI!!! They said >it would be necessary since he has had a previous back surgery. Our NS didn't >order it with contrast, so I was surprised to get this information the day >before the appt! I am curious what the experience is of others concerning this >matter. >Also, we are paying for this MRI out of pocket until our deductible is >met, which is pretty high, but this will probably put us there. Meanwhile, our >NS told us he probably won't even be able to tell with an MRI if our son's >spinal cord is tethered or not. I'm just really starting to second guess this >whole process... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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