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Common Questions - MRI
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Q   Will it hurt?
A   MRI is a painless procedure.
Q   How long will the exam take?
A   The exam will take between fifteen minutes and one hour from the time you lie on the table.
Q   How will I learn the results?
A   After receiving the results of your MRI, your physician will discuss the findings with you.
Q   Can I take my prescribed medication?
A   Those having MRCP exams to check for stones in the common bile duct, and people who need sedation/pain management are the only patients that will have special instructions on diet/medication restrictions. All other patients should eat, drink and take prescribed medication as normal. MRCP patients are to have nothing to eat or drink 4 hours prior to exam time. These patients should continue to take their prescribed medication however with a small sip of water. Patients who are scheduled for sedation and/or pain management will be given special instructions at the time their appointment is scheduled.
Q   What should I do to prepare?
A   Wear comfortable clothes, preferably without metal. Bring any paperwork given to you by your ordering physician. Bring any and all pervious, pertinent x-rays, CT or MRI films. You should plan on arriving in the MRI department 30 minutes prior to your exam time.
Q   What if I am claustrophobic?
A   You should contact your ordering physician so they can make arrangements prior to your MRI exam.
Q   What about the contrast used?
A   Contrast is used in the MRI department, Gadolinium, is nonionic extracellular enhancing agent for MR use. It is generally administered by intravenous injection.
Q   How will I feel after the exam?
A   You should feel perfectly normal and be able to resume your everyday activities, unless you were sedated. Patients who take/receive sedation will receive discharge instructions at the time of their exam.


   
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