Xray exposure whilst pregnant

[chevybop]

Hi there. I recently found out I am pregnant,and am now really worried, as I recently helped a veterinarian take a few radiographs of a horse. I was not the one being x rayed, but, I was still very close to the x ray machine (portable), and although my whole torso was covered with a lead apron, I am worried if there may have been some radiation reach my baby.
Any help that may ease my mind would be greatly appreciated
Cheers Chevybop

[JoyRenee]

Baby will be fine! It is long-term exposure that will cause the most damage. Definitely left your employer know that you can no longer participate.

BTW, one of my husband's cousins is pregnant and is a radiologist. She takes X-rays all the time and while I'm not sure if she's still doing it, just wanted you to know that she was probably exposed as well but, as a medical professional, is not concerned.

When I was 3 months pregnant I had to get X-rays of my hand because I slit my thumb wide open (had to check for nerve damage) and my daughter was born full term and perfectly healthy!

[bamamom02]

There shouldn't be any issues with the baby since you wore the lead apron.  Just be sure to let your ob/gyn know.

I had to have several x-rays in my last 2 pregnancies and both of my daughters are healthy.

[lruder]

When I was pregnant with my son, I broke my femur! (The bone between your elbow and shoulder.... ouch!!!) There was no way I could avoid getting xrays... I was covered in the lead gown. I gave birth to a very healthy little boy! There should be no worries.

[Mumita]

you shouldn't have any issues if you were covered.  However you need to let your employers know that you are pregnant to prevent those potential hazards to your baby.