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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
What is it? Overview Usage Side Effects and Warnings
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What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging?

In an MRI, magnetic waves are used to make pictures of the inside of the body. Using a large magnet, radio waves, and a computer, an MRI makes two-dimensional and three-dimensional pictures.

  • Diagnose internal injuries or conditions—You can have an MRI to look at any body part, from your head to your toes.
  • Check if medicines or treatments are working

MRI of Brain Injury
MRI of Brain Injury
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Call Your Doctor

After the test, call your doctor if any of the following occurs:

  • Worsening of symptoms
  • Any allergic or abnormal symptoms, like getting a rash or swelling if you were injected with contrast dye
 
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