Although X-rays still have limitations, they can detect many diseases, and the cost and time required for this examination are not high. Therefore, many patients choose X-rays as their first examination method. Let me explain to you: what diseases are mainly examined by X-rays.
X-rays are mainly used for preliminary screening of chest, bone and joint, lung and other diseases. For example, if a patient is admitted to the hospital due to trauma or fracture, the first step is to conduct X-ray examination to preliminarily determine whether there is joint displacement or bone and joint damage in the injured area. In addition, when patients have cough and fever, many people will take X-rays to see if there is pneumonia or inflammation in certain areas. In addition, it can also determine whether there are diseases such as cardiac hypertrophy and chest contour.
It should be noted that X-rays also have certain side effects on the human body, because X-rays belong to S-rays. If exposed to too much radiation, it can cause certain radiation to the body, and the most serious one is cancer. Because X-ray radiation can penetrate human cells, disrupt their metabolism and DNA, and even induce cellular carcinogenesis.
In addition, X-rays can also damage the red blood cells in the human body, leading to blood diseases. Therefore, pregnant women should try to avoid radioactive tests during examinations. Besides pregnant women, children should also avoid exposure to X-rays because they are in a very active period of growth and development. If exposed to radiation during this time, it is easy to induce diseases and deformities in the body.
