CT scan coming up

[XanaDUer2]

Took some Xanax since i was having facial tingling. My Dr actually got me a CT at my regular practice. No dentists referral involved. Concerned bc I feel my left eye twitching. Want answers, but scared. Hope the test isn't too unpleasant. Thanks to you all. Cannot believe finally getting something done.

[elleng]

1. Not too bad. The CT scanner is a large machine with a hole, or tunnel, in the center.

You will lie on a table that slides into and out of this donut-shaped hole or tunnel. Your caregiver will sit behind a window during the CT scan; however, your caregiver will be able to see, hear, and speak with you at all times.

[XanaDUer2]

2. Thank you

It will be my jaw and neck areas, so itll move back and forth fast?

[Lochloosa]

3. They're quick and painless.

[elleng]

4. No, slow, and noisy.

[XanaDUer2]

5. Darn

[elleng]

6. But you lay still, w head covered;

motion not visible to the subject. (Mine was for my head/neck too.)

[ShazzieB]

12. MRI is slow and noisy. CT scan is fast and quiet.

I've had both. I HATED the MRI, but the CT scan was a breeze by comparison.

[surfered]

7. Making progress. Best wishes

[Golden Raisin]

8. I just had my first one (at age 75) for a head injury.

I didn't know what to expect but mine was surprisingly easy with no discomfort. Hope yours is too.

[Iris]

9. When is your appt?

[XanaDUer2]

10. Today took 5 mins

In pain today. Ty for asking.

[Iris]

11. Oh, good. I'm glad you got that over with. I hope you don't have to wait too long for results

[XanaDUer2]

13. Having jaw ear pain tonight

More than usual. Its scaring me