Monday 22 August 2016

Contrast Media and Pregnancy

Prior to X-rays based imaging technique we are given an injection that comprises a substance that enhances the visibility of internal organs and structure within our body, this substance is known as Contrast Media. It assists the radiography physician to assess the internal organ quite vividly. However, it may have some side effects occurrence from a mild itching to as severe as life threatening as well.
Presently the key components of contrast media are based on the chemical variation of a 2,4,6 tri-iodinated benzene ring and are considered indispensible in radiology practice for the purpose of therapy as well as diagnostic utility. Contrast media that comprises iodine is categorized as ionic or nonionic and in the form of monomeric and dimeric. The general purpose of these chemical substances are, to explicit the visualization of tissues, organs, vessels and urinary tract. The medical use of these substances in our body is generally safe and if any side effects emerge, they are very mild. The serious or adverse reactions are only once in a while or very rare in nature.
Is there any side effect of contrast media during pregnancy?
Pregnancy is always a sensitive case from all perspective. Whatever you take, eat, drink, medicated and prescribed is the subjected matter of medical solicitation. If you fall ill during pregnancy, it literally means you and your unborn baby both are patient. In that case, before going for any contrast media radiology, tell your physician vividly about your condition and the doctor will assess and determined the medical or non medical issue deeply and the prevailing condition and on the basis of that take the decision that is best suited to you as well as your unborn baby.
It is useful to locate some isolated problem during pregnancy
The period of pregnancy is differ from the state of non-pregnancy, neither the pregnant or non-pregnant lady are all alike. Due to the certain change in our body and metabolism during pregnancy the problem emerges in distinguishing and assessing the separate diseases in the abdomen. Under the circumstances the Contrast Media Radiology is very useful to track the issue in the abdomen.
The use of contrast media during pregnancy or in potentially pregnant patient causes no harm, except it is used without medical discretion. If the use of contrast media ensures the sound health of the mother and unborn baby, it is acceptable.



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