Need Tips for Claustrophobic PET Scan - Lung cancer - Inspire
Feb 10, 2015 · He just had an X-ray come back with something unusual on it, and they have now ordered a PET scan for him. Hopefully it will go better this time, since he is not having trouble …
Can claustrophobic persons have a PET Scan? - Answers
May 1, 2024 · Yes, PET scan (positron emission tomography) is a type of imaging test used on humans to visualize how organs and tissues are functioning. It is commonly used in the …
Bone Scan and PET CT Scan - Machines same as CT or more
May 31, 2016 · Hi Marie, I'm not sure what the difference between a PET CT and a normal CT scan is but I have had 3 CT scans, 2 abdominal 1 chest, and 1 bone scan and can tell you …
PSMA PET scans for prostate cancer - Inspire
Discover how PSMA PET scans are revolutionizing prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn about their efficacy, preparation tips, and real patient experiences in this comprehensive …
CAT SCAN & CLAUSTROPHOBIA ISSUES - Ovarian Cancer …
Jul 2, 2012 · I have claustrophobia and when I have to have an MRI of my head (quite frequently to monitor brain aneurysm), I have to take Xanax which manages it for me. I have had tons of …
Can people get claustrophobia from a computed tomography scan?
Some patients may be concerned about claustrophobia, but the width of the "doughnut" portion of the scanner is such that many patients can be reassured of openness.
PET Scan - COPD - Inspire
Aug 21, 2017 · You will find the PET scan machine to be similar to a CT scan in fact some machines now do a combination CT scan/PET. It won't be closed in like a MRI and once they …
Whether or not to include Pelvic Lymph Nodes in radiation
vintage42 Mar 19, 2025 • 6:40 AM Back in 2020, a PSMA-PET scan was not used in my diagnosis. I had prostate radiation and after 2 years, rising PSA justified my first scan, which …
Should you wait for PSMA Results before Treatment
Aug 12, 2025 · Your case is certainly a perfect example for why a PSMA PET scan should always be done before treatment begins. Unfortunately, it sounds like your cancer was caught late …
How often are PET scans scheduled? - Lung cancer - Inspire
Oct 7, 2021 · PET scans can become a fishing expedition from incidental findings. In the 5 years I have had lung cancer, I have had a toncillectomy, oophorectomy, colon resection, Lower …