Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are powerful tools used by doctors to help diagnose many different medical conditions. For most people, they are a somewhat stressful test since it is necessary ...

Scientists believe they may have found the reason why some patients get so sick from the contrast dye they’re injected with before magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. While researchers have long ...

Contrast materials can help highlight areas of interest in MRI scans. Contrast injections may cause side effects like mild rashes and hives, but, in rare instances, it is also possible for a person to ...

Defecography is a procedure that helps identify structural or functional problems with the rectum and pelvic floor (the muscles between the pubic bone and tailbone). Around 24% of women report ...

MRI preparation depends on the type of scan, the area of your body being scanned, and whether the scan requires contrast dye. It’s important to discuss prep with your doctor beforehand. In rare, ...

Medical professionals can use an MRI to examine the structure and function of your liver. MRIs are highly accurate and don’t use radiation. However, they can be expensive and not everyone is a ...