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If you need a diagnostic x-ray, don't forget to let your healthcare provider know that you are pregnant, says Edwards. Although it is generally safe and the risks are low, experts often recommend that pregnant women postpone getting unnecessary X-rays until after giving birth. The level of safety depends on the type of X-ray you need and exactly how much radiation you're going to be exposed to. If the x-ray doesn't involve the abdomen, there is the possibility of using lead aprons to protect the fetus.
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