MRF-Logo2019-Horizontal-RGB
Does PET injection/scan make anyone else here sick?
REGISTER
The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Content within the patient forum is user-generated and has not been reviewed by medical professionals. Other sections of the Melanoma Research Foundation website include information that has been reviewed by medical professionals as appropriate. All medical decisions should be made in consultation with your doctor or other qualified medical professional.

Does PET injection/scan make anyone else here sick?

› Forums › General Melanoma Community › Does PET injection/scan make anyone else here sick?

  • Post
    • April 27, 2018 at 11:03 am
    Spl25
    Participant

      I have had 2 pet scans in recent history, and both times I felt feverish for several days after, and lethargic for longer than that. Is this common? My doctor doesnt have much to say on the subject.

    Viewing 0 reply threads
    • Replies
        • April 27, 2018 at 12:58 pm
        miaka618
        Participant
          You might be having a mild allergic reaction to the injection. Talk to the radiologist about it before your next scan and see what they say.
      Viewing 0 reply threads
      • You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
      About the MRF Patient Forum

      The MRF Patient Forum is the oldest and largest online community of people affected by melanoma. It is designed to provide peer support and information to caregivers, patients, family and friends. There is no better place to discuss different parts of your journey with this cancer and find the friends and support resources to make that journey more bearable.

      The information on the forum is open and accessible to everyone. To add a new topic or to post a reply, you must be a registered user. Please note that you will be able to post both topics and replies anonymously even though you are logged in. All posts must abide by MRF posting policies.

      Popular Topics