MRI - Page 4

SeaMaiden · ‎03-10-2010

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kivah · ‎03-11-2010

I had my first MRI (closed machine) in the mid-1980s when they were brand-new. A while later, I lost some of my hearing in my right ear. The doctor couldn't figure out what happened. Then - I had another MRI around 2008 (newer, more open machine) - and lost some of my hearing in both ears. Using these machines never bothered me --- but I found out that they do affect ur hearing - and u should be given ear-plugs. They never told me that!!!!!!! I used to have PERFECT hearing.

Blingqueen023 · ‎03-09-2010

Try having a spinal tap you'll be grateful to have the MRI.

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

I've had one, and it was on my head. As I recall, I got my head put in a cage type thing inside the big tube.

I think they put music on and I remember having to be rather still. It was very noisy, but NOTHING about it was painful, and that is what I tend to fear most.

I made sure I closed my eyes before they put that cage thing on my head, and told myself I was in a tanning bed. I never opened my eyes until it was completely over and I was out.

My dad would say 'mind over matter'. Easier said than done for some people with certain things.

Knowing everything that will happen up front makes it somewhat less scary.

I had, I think a cat scan once, and I was so thankful that the tech told me I would feel like I was peeing my pants, but not to panic, it wouldn't really be happening. It had something to do with the IV they put in. Just knowing that kind of stuff ahead of time makes it easier for me.

Nomorebirthdays · ‎06-10-2015

I do not mind them as long as I get a blanket. Only problem is you can't move so of course you get an itch you can't scratch.

Pandalady · ‎05-14-2011

@arubakathy I actually have scheduled my third MRI in two weeks. I used to have CT scans to monitor my kidneys and lungs but they were worried about so much radiation exposure so they switched me over two years ago.

I guess my coping skills begins with being able to listen to a Sirius XM station while in there with the headphones. I always choose the 80's soft rock station. This transports me back to my teenage years. For some reason, it helps me get through it. It takes my mind off of not being able to breathe (I am also an oxygen patient). It may sound silly, but it works for me. I also "self talk" in there reminding myself that if I can endure this process, the doctors can get the information they need to help me.

I hope this helps you a little. Good luck, friend!

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Katcat1 · ‎07-21-2011

@arubakathy, I need 10 mg of valium taken 45 min. before the test. It really relaxes you and takes away the anxiety. I cannot tolerate going in the long tunnel. What the techs have done for me is place me in feet first and only a short trip in to scan my spine. My head was outside the tunnel.

kindness is strength

JaneMarple · ‎05-23-2011

I've had about a dozen MRI's and several CT scans since 2007. I have to have either one or both every year. I've never had to take any type of tranquilizer at all, I meditate and relax.

You Don't Own Me- Leslie Gore
(You don't Know) How Glad I Am- Nancy Wilson

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

I have had several head MRI scans but have never had any issues with my hearing. I've been having them since 1991,& I don't think they gave you the earplugs back then.

If you want to really be claustrophic get a bone scan. that scanner is an inch from you and you can't move a muscle for a very long time. I'd rather have an MRI any day - they are over quickly.

RetRN · ‎10-01-2013

@151949 wrote:
I have had several head MRI scans but have never had any issues with my hearing. I've been having them since 1991,& I don't think they gave you the earplugs back then.
If you want to really be claustrophic get a bone scan. that scanner is an inch from you and you can't move a muscle for a very long time. I'd rather have an MRI any day - they are over quickly.

Over quickly? Your posts never cease to amaze me. I thought you were in great health, rarely needing health care. I never quite know what to believe when I read your posts.