Scans with iodine and thyroid patients

[Mstiles]

Are tests like CT and MRI tests that use an iodine solution safe for thyroid patients?

[shaws Administrator]

I cannot answer your question but hopefully someone will be along soon that knows the answer.

[Gr8Nica]

In general, iodine-based contrast solution is safe to use although some people might experience an adverse reaction to it. Mine was administered intravenously and halfway through the CT scan I started experiencing difficulty breathing, nausea, flushing and increased heartbeat. When I had an MRI scan they used Gadolinium contrast (no adverse reaction) as its more suitable for that purpose.

[Hidden in reply to Gr8Nica]

Gadolinium is banned in Europe now.

[Mstiles in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Bunnyjean, yes I’ve been reading about how dangerous that is. I was wondering about the iodine solution used in contrast scans, that can’t be good for thyroid patients.

[Hidden]

I had one before I left the UK. I knew nothing at all about the thyroid before hand now I would never have one or the flue vaccine I went as along with things that I wouldn't do now. I am retired and try to spend my time learning about health issues.

I will look into the iodine solution, watch this space!