An X-ray can cause severe birth defects and developmental abnormalities, especially if the X-ray is taken in the first trimester.

radiation may cause birth defects….especially in the first trimester. if you do need to get an x-ray and you are or may be pregnant, tell the tech. they will shield your abdomen (they should put 2 or 3 shields on). this will protect your baby from the radiation. the amt of radiation used in general x-ray is minimal. when you have a fluro case or CT done, then you are dealing with higher doses