Question
I underwent a chest X-ray without knowing I was pregnant. Will this have an impact on the fetus? What should I do after discovering the pregnancy?
Answer
If a chest X-ray was performed during the menstrual period and you were not pregnant at the time, it will not affect the embryo. As long as no further chest X-rays have been taken after confirming the pregnancy, there is no need to worry. In addition, ultrasound examinations during pregnancy are harmless to the embryo and can be performed throughout the pregnancy. Generally, it is recommended to avoid X-ray examinations in the first three months of pregnancy, as this is a critical period for embryo development.