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Making MRIs Less Scary for Kids

Having a doctor recommend a magnetic resonance imaging scan can make anyone nervous, and kids are no exception. If your child has an upcoming MRI scan, they may be understandably apprehensive about the procedure. As a parent, you likely want to soothe your child’s fears regarding their MRI scan, and this page will provide tips on how […]

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Bone Density Scan vs. MRI

If your health care team has told you bone imaging is necessary to help identify and treat a health condition, you may be wondering whether you will need a bone density scan or an MRI. These two tools are critical for providing a detailed image of bone health and identifying bone diseases. To understand the […]

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Tests used to diagnose gallbladder problems

Specific signs and symptoms may indicate an issue in your gallbladder. Since the gallbladder is an internal organ, your health professional will most likely order diagnostic imaging tests to identify the problem. Several different tests for gallbladder issues are available depending on the suspected condition. It’s wise to learn about various gallbladder imaging tests — […]

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Imaging Tests Used to Diagnose Prostate Cancer

Considering that prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in men, it is incredibly important for men to be aware of the disease. A prostate cancer diagnosis is not rare, and the illness can often be successfully treated when detected before it has the opportunity to spread. To catch prostate cancer early, […]

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Facts About MRIs

Most people today are used to the existence of imaging tests and the machines used to perform them. They may even take them for granted. But few people know the history and the importance of certain imaging machines, especially if they don’t work in the medical field. MRIs are a common imaging diagnostic test that […]

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Role of MRIs in Detecting Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s is a neurological disease affecting the neurons of the brain. It is an irreversible condition that progresses quickly, and no testing can definitively diagnose it. However, as we learn more about this detrimental condition, we can better understand how to detect it. MRIs are one of these methods, allowing us to see how the […]

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How CT Scans and MRIs Are Used to Diagnose Strokes

A stroke is a debilitating condition that can negatively alter a person’s life, especially if left untreated. Early diagnosis of a stroke — including what type it is — can greatly reduce the stroke patient’s chances of living with a disability. Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are two of the best […]

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Noises to Expect During an MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides plenty of advantages to both the patient and doctor. However, many patients associate this test with the loud noises that happen in the MRI chamber. You may wonder why an MRI machine makes such loud noises and what to expect for your first test. Learn more about the sounds you […]

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Making MRIs Less Scary for Kids

Bone Density Scan vs. MRI

Tests used to diagnose gallbladder problems

Imaging Tests Used to Diagnose Prostate Cancer

Facts About MRIs

Role of MRIs in Detecting Alzheimer’s

How CT Scans and MRIs Are Used to Diagnose Strokes

Noises to Expect During an MRI