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What is the 'contrast' with an MRI? & how much of an allergen is it?

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KatyMac · 22/06/2018 18:40

I have many and varied allergies (metals, plastic, rubbers, toiletries etc - I get a rash or blisters that generally go with a good antihistamine)

Everytime I have gone for any scan with contrast. They have said I can't have it because I might be allergic to it

So MRI booked - do I keep quiet this time and not mention my allergies (take an antihistamine before) or do I have yet another scan without the contrast and worry that they can't see everything properly (again)

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KatyMac · 27/06/2018 12:03

They did the MRI but they wouldn't do the contrast dye in case of an allergic reaction but I have to see my GP and get it tested for as I will need another MRI - so I am seeing the GP this lunchtime

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