Question
Do X-rays have side effects on newborns? Do I need to go to the hospital for treatment? How long will it take for the baby to recover? Please help me!
Answer
Hello: The damage caused by X-rays to the human body mainly depends on the product of the intensity and duration of exposure. An occasional single or double exposure usually does not produce significant effects. Moreover, modern X-ray machines are highly efficient, requiring only a small amount of X-ray for diagnostic imaging purposes. Therefore, in general, X-ray examinations do not cause harm to babies and will not lead to tumor development. So please do not worry too much. Wishing your baby a speedy recovery.