MRI Brain Scan

[@joedavis7068]

For anybody reading this who is nervous about their MRI scan, I just did mine today and was extremely nervous beforehand. Making sure you ask questions and understand what will happen during your scan is key to feeling more comfortable. Don’t be nervous like I was because it honestly was cooler than scarier BY A MILE. If you’re claustrophobic, just close your eyes and relax. Listen to the music or fall asleep if you can. If not, just count in your head or think about fun things. Your MRI will be great, I promise. All my stress and worry was for nothing and I hope you will feel the same. You got this!

[@milkyuhnom5925]

that’s the thing tho, i have extremely low cortisol and ACTH deficiency so my body doesn’t produce enough hormones to control my stress, so once i stress i can’t stop. i tried the closed mri and i couldn’t handle being inside my claustrophobia and anxiety got triggered so they transferred me to an open mri instead

[@joedavis7068]

​@@milkyuhnom5925 I understand. I've actually never had to do an open MRI before but sometimes I wish I got to see how different it was from the closed MRI machine and what other things they do before the actual scan. Hopefully, it all works out for you! I'm sure it will.

[@theemptybox8343]

I think I could’ve gone through mine easily but I didn’t get music, I had to wear my mask, plus I have anxiety so with the mask I just felt like I couldn’t breathe which sucked. This one looked like it was much better. Also here they said 12 minutes but mine they said 25 minutes. I guess it just depends on the location at which you get it done and the one I was at was just a bare bones MRI, earplugs and the rest of the pillows and face thingy (plus the mask).

[@joedavis7068]

@@theemptybox8343 other than the mask part everything else sounded nice. They said mine was gonna be TWO HOURS 😂. It ended up being about 45min but it goes by so quick that I just closed my eyes and before I knew it, it was over. Honestly, the worst part of the whole thing was when they took the needle out of my arm when for the blood test and such. For some reason it just hurt a little bit. Overall though, kind of a cool experience depending on where you go and how you’re treated when they do your MRI.

[@theemptybox8343]

@@joedavis7068 yeah I totally agree with you. Depending on how you’re treated will definitely change how you feel about it. If I had some music or something it would’ve been nice but unfortunately where I was it was just straight ear plugs and don’t panic.

[@ambsxx]

I just got an mri today. If you’re nervous, don’t be. I’m a wussy and am terrified of loud noises (gives me anxiety and hurts my ears) and don’t care for small spaces, and I have a severe anxiety problem. I’m a young woman, 22 years old, who has a lot of problems due to anorexia nervosa and binge eating. I had to get an mri of my brain and neck. (Something is messing with my nerves and nervous system, which has affected my brain.) I may even have to go back for other things. Who knows. And everyone told me about how bad getting an mri was and that it was a scary, horrible experience. I got myself all worked up over it and cried the first time, didn’t even get in the machine. I came back with a Valium this next time, and was scared, but also ready, and I told myself it didn’t matter what happened, it was just noise and I needed treatment. I told myself to drown it out and rest, that it would all be over soon and it doesn’t matter anyways cause nothing matters, but my health. And I just knew I had to do it, so I sucked it up. My mom wasn’t even able to come with me, so I had my dad, and my aunt works there, so she actually stayed in the room with me and held my leg. (Was nervous about not having mom with me, but told myself it was now or never.) And let me tell you guys, it wasn’t no where near as bad as everyone made it out to be. I am the biggest wuss and it wasn’t bad at all. No pain. No panic attack. And it went by so fast. I did great, except I kept trying to move. It was not as loud as everyone said it was. It wasn’t even as loud as my music I listen to. The ear protection and headphone did pretty good as the sound sounded drowned out. It didn’t sound like a concert nor a construction site. (It might have if I didn’t have ear protection.) and it also depends on the machine you get in. (If it’s old or new.) mine was a newer one. It just kind of sounded like the microwave at home and I heard music. The music wasn’t that loud. Just normal volume. And I heard them speak which was somewhat loud, but not that loud. It never made me jump nor did it make my heart beat. Just heard a few weird noises around me and saw a bright light. I wasn’t all the way in the tunnel, just about half way. It felt pretty roomy and I could see out of it a little. It didn’t hurt my ears at all. And just felt like an x-ray. It reminded me of being in an open microwave. It was more relaxing than scary. It got a little uncomfortable, but I moved to make myself more comfortable. And i just thought about how it wasn’t that bad and I’d be done soon. And at times, didn’t think about anything really. Just rested. I opened my eyes and closed them, but kept them closed most of the time. And then it was all over. They slid me out gently and I went home happy. But yeah. People over dramatize mris. I’d do it again. Not that big of a deal. Didn’t sound like a motorcycle and not quite as loud as a jackhammer. (But the sound sounded similar.) Just sounded like an annoying microwave with a radio playing. If I got comfortable and was sleepy, I could go to sleep. I’m sure the old one could be a little loud at times, but I’m sure it’s not as bad as people say. And the new one isn’t bad at all. You just lay there and get scanned. And the noises online sound louder than when you’re in the machine. It may not be pleasant to lay there and do nothing, but it really isn’t that bad. If you’re nervous and took the time to read this, I hope this helped. ❤

[@ihalee101]

Thank you for this.

[@BabyFaceBayy]

I have a scan in a week and you helped me out a lot. Thank you so much 💛

[@BarbaraCalvano444]

Thanks helpful ❤I’m a scaredy cat 🙀 too

[@sofy2684]

Its not about the noise. Its about the enclosed space. Its hard for people with claustrophobia

[@ambsxx]

@@sofy2684 For me, it was a combination, but the loud noise is what I was so scared of. Some others were scared of the noise too, and said they just hated all the noises, and called it a torture machine.

[@misty4757]

This is reassuring, I am scheduled for an MRI on my brain due to having headaches everyday. I am so scared and nervous, and trying to do my research before going into neurology and getting my MRI done. Thank you!!

[@Jesus_paid_it_all]

Have you done it yet?

[@misty4757]

@@Jesus_paid_it_all not yet, March 2 so very soon!! Im really nervous.

[@Jesus_paid_it_all]

@@misty4757 I just got my first MRI this morning, and I can tell you a few things to help you. One, when you first walk into the room, you will hear a swishing sound. This sound is the cooling system for the magnets and is normal. Two, when they get you all set up , you are pulled back into the MRI, and it will be a little claustrophobic. What I did was try to think of happy things like my pet hamster, and this did calm my nerves down a lot. Next, There will be a lot of sounds, some sounding very scary and intimidating, but don't worry. You get used to them after a while, and they are actually kind of fun to listen to! And finally, when you first get in, it is a little shocking. Every sound is new, so it can be a little stressful. They will tell you to breath in; exhale, then hold your breath. This is a little uncomfortable at first, but soon, you get used to it! Most importantly, don't worry! I will pray that your nerves may be calmed.

[@misty4757]

@@Jesus_paid_it_all thank you!! That is definitely reassuring! I am claustrophobic, but its only when I am in a really really small space for hours, or if someone is on top of me. I think I'll be able to handle the sounds, I do plan on bringing some ear plugs just in case! 😅 I'm only 30 and act like I'm a 70yr grandma, always gotta bring in cases and what ifs cause ya never know lol 😆 . Honestly I think I'm more worried about what the findings than I am the actual mri itself.

[@paucarpio7106]

Hi! I also had the same condition as yours. I just had my brain MRI + MRA w/ contrast yesterday & I already received the results less than 24 hrs ☺️

[@rachelbeth8932]

just got it done today and honestly was pretty good! it looked exactly like this! - when i first went in they put me in hospital gown scrub pants but i could leave on my hoodie - they laid me down - they gave me a warm blanket which helped ground me (anxiety thingy) - they gave me ear plugs and then put headphones on me and let me pick my favorite radio station - the music literally helped so much but i would recommend having them turn it up because the machine is quite loud - they gave me shoulder cushions so i would be more comfortable - they gave me a pump thing that looked like the end of a blood pressure cuff and if i squeezed it they said they would run in and get me out (they were in the room right next door with a big window to see in) - she rubbed my arms and leg to calm me down - when they take the pictures there are a series of different sounds and they would talk to me in the headphones and tell me how long the sounds would last (2 minutes, 4 minutes.. you get it) - OH they also had cool air blowing in it which was very refreshing - they had me in there for 30 minutes without the contrast and then they slid me out and gave me a tiny iv and they put the contrast in and I thought I would feel sick but literally nothing happened so don't worry about that at all - after the contrast they put me in for 15 minutes to take more pictures - then i was done!!! results next week! i would recommend taking benadryl, it really calmed me down. and don't move your head or they will have to take a picture again. just lay there, focus on the music maybe lip synch a little, pretend you are in a music video. remember they have done 1000s of these and you can always get out right away. think of a nice scenario like i imagined celebrating Halloween with Chae hyungwon haha. but it felt actually refreshing and relaxing. just breathe!!

[@shara00001]

Going in tomorrow a.m. for my brain scan. Was recently diagnosed with lung cancer and they want to make sure it hasn't metastasized to the brain as it did with my father. I'm petrified. Your comment has helped. Thank you.

[@rachelbeth8932]

@@shara00001 you got this!! stay strong

[@GtfOuttaH3r3]

Thanks for sharing! How were your results?!

[@rachelbeth8932]

@@GtfOuttaH3r3 they figured out that my brain is 0.5 cm lower than its supposed to be and apparently that causes bad headaches? so i got put on medicine and was super glad to figure out it wasnt a brain tumor! thank you for asking!!!

[@truelightningstriker5803]

@@shara00001 Hope you get better.

[@hairbsb7908]

Sounds like the intro for a rock band song. That should keep me busy tomorrow when I have my brain and cervical spine scan

[@robotrabbit5712]

Charlotte Gainsbourg did it in "IRM"!

[@maniacguy4513]

I had this done today and was a bit anxious, it’s actually completely different to what you expect. Nothing to worry about keep your eyes closed and think of funny stuff and time goes very fast. It’s all in your head there’s absolutely nothing to worry about 😊

[@symphaniedemotte4376]

Thank you so much. im 13, and im extremely nervous, and i have to get a mri on my brain

[@stargazer6801]

Thank you for the positive encouragement ❤

[@geraldinegrace6202]

I have my mri appointment soon for dizziness and fainty spells that have been around for months. extremely scared not only for the results but also bc I suffer from a panic disorder which essentially gets triggered by claustrophobia.. I’m praying I can be strong enough to fight my anxiety so that I can get some answers. my best wishes to anyone reading these comments too 🙏

[@tabithawhaley3019]

Same. I get mine Thursday, hopefully both of ours come back totally normal and quickly!! I'm dreading the wait between the scan and results.

[@sbubb9155]

You got this ! Relax..❤

[@geraldinegrace6202]

@@tabithawhaley3019 i totally agree! the wait will be horrible but we will be okay, i’m wishing you all my best wishes.. pls update me!

[@geraldinegrace6202]

@@sbubb9155 thank you so much!

[@QiWong]

I have mine next month and i have panic disorder too, please let me know how yours was and how you coped through it!

[@allancopland1768]

Never worry about having an MRI. Nothing much happens except it makes lots of different sorts of noises. Just close your eyes and relax while the machine does its thing. The noises come from the electromagnets inside the machine being pulsed. Nothing at all to worry about.

[@lachellewade5552]

MRI for it's for my brain seizures😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 I have an appointment today😊

[@jimmio3727]

The noises an MRI machine makes as it "takes photos" is the sound of various frequencies of alternating current flowing through the superconductors wrapped around the tube you lay in and causing the coils/control circuits to hum/whine. MRI machines generate up to 60,000x the magnetic field strength of the Earth. Quantum mechanics at work, baby!

[@avreve]

so the solution to the magnetic field deteriorating (whenever, if ever) is just build a huge mri

[@3204clivesinclair]

Had one today in the U.K. being in an enclosed spaced wasn’t the issue for me. It was the noises that each scan makes. Sounded like a fight in Star Wars one minute, then like someone was banging on the tube with a sledge hammer. 40minutes long.

[@buttership]

Loved the amazing sounds during my scan this week, medical science at it's most amazing

[@bellaxeahrose8705]

Y’all I got the MRI a few days ago it wasn’t bad I kind of had to pee during it but it’s ok I held it in and it was kind of relaxing sometimes I felt like I was gonna fal asleep

[@jon-kl9mk]

I imagine myself in a techno concert when i hear those noises haha!

[@RichyRichfella]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. You have made me feel so much more comfortable as I was fairly nervous. I am going for my first MRI scan this evening.

[@nataliem2199]

Did it last 12 min or longer?

[@codingvio7383]

Yes, it is very loud, but with ear muffs you are fine. I had an MRI scan a couple years ago. And it was actually pretty comfortable, they gave me warm blankets and ear buds.

[@SBatts-rd9kg]

I've had several MRI's over the years. Yesterday I had an open MRI of the brain. I deal with sinus and vertigo. 50 mins inside the machine. Best advice is to close your eyes and take deep relaxing breaths. I try to think of something I really enjoy doing. Occasionally, I peeked, and I didn't realize how close things were to me with that football helmet type gadget they place on you, but you do get thru it.

[@hridoy4344]

Your mri contrusted or non contrusted??

[@SBatts-rd9kg]

@@hridoy4344 contrasted

[@AnaCambray-fy5ph]

I had mine today and they didn't put a helmet on me . I was in there 50 mins and couldn't sleep since I had to take in deep breaths per their instructions and slowly release. . Also I was fully in there except for the knees down. It was hell, I'm not claustrophobic but almost passed out towards then end.

[@SBatts-rd9kg]

@@AnaCambray-fy5ph Sorry to hear about almost passing out towards the end but you made it!! I hope all goes well with your results. I have a colonoscopy, my first at the end in July. I'm not exactly wild about that experience. However, I've got to do what must be done. I'm checking off the important items on the health list when you reach a certain age. Sometimes we take things for granted but I don't want to go out that way. 😃

[@AnaCambray-fy5ph]

@@SBatts-rd9kg I hope you get positive results. It's true we have to do what we have to do to stay healthy.

[@Scar0fTime]

Nervous Neurodivergent here, this is so cool, like the lighting is super cool and then like the noises?!? Heck yeah brain guitar!!

[@thegroovyhead]

Thank you. This is very helpful, and well-presented.

[@koofdome]

Why do they need to be so loud? Why can't it be quiet lol.

[@TheLadyaec]

Way past time for silent version, but there's still be heavy vibrations.

[@JustChill_1031]

I have metal joint replacements in my shoulder and both hips. Am I going to be safe during an MRI scan?

[@bsworld2]

I had a panic attack and had to reschedule. I've got to do it twice....with and without contrast. I'm taking a sedative beforehand.

[@louisk319]

Took a sedative today. Wasn’t enough. Full on metldown on the table. Crying, freezing up, the whole deal. I heard you can call your referral doc for a v strong one time sedative.

[@louisk319]

Hope you were able to get through with it

[@bsworld2]

@@louisk319 The combination of a good sedative and Ella Fitzgerald was magic. 40 minutes seemed like 5. Thanks for asking 🙂

[@bsworld2]

@@louisk319 I'm sorry. I hope your doctor prescribes a stronger sedative for you.

[@lashakelly1]

I am severely claustrophobic and it’s no way I could do this. I really wish they would put people to sleep for MRI’s. This is so disturbing

[@auntieM1980]

This is going to be me in a week and I’m already in almost full-blown panic. I never thought I was claustrophobic, but they had me in a mini MRI machine last week and I am a little bit larger in the chest area and it was really a tight fit so now I’m going to a regular size MRI but it’s for my brain and I’m definitely scared. I’m so scared for that thing that they’re gonna put over my face.

[@dumaineslade]

@@auntieM1980 so how did it turn out for you?

[@gingerjoy5836]

Good Lord I could not agree more. Mine is in 2 days!🙏🏼

[@Justin-hz8bh]

@@gingerjoy5836 Hope it went well for you. Mine was pretty scary but the results were good. Good luck.

[@terrishaw5503]

I've got to do it on Monday coming but wish I'd not watched that it's made me sweat watching

[@terrileigh356]

I had to get out of mine last time😢 second attempt tomorrow, I hate confined spaces. The noise is no bother when you have a beaty song to listen to x

[@cassandrastenner3746]

Thankyou so much for such a professional video. Maybe i little bit of advice for some people you need to talk a little slower but fantastic explanations.

[@jennkaidem222]

Thank you due to have mine weds. This video has put me at ease ❤

[@annikabergeson2597]

I had a brain MRI when I was like 5 years old or something because my dad hit me in the head with a golf club when I was 4. (DON’T WORRY, IT WASN’T ABUSE, IT WAS A TOTAL ACCIDENT! He took me golf clubbing for fun and didn’t see me run up to him when he was about to swing.) Anyway, they needed to do an MRI scan about a year later just to make sure that my skull was healing correctly and I didn’t have any brain damage or anything. I actually don’t remember any of it because they put me under anesthesia before it because apparently kids have a hard time staying still and it can be scary for them. I’m personally glad they put me under because I was a wimpy kid so I definitely would’ve pissed my pants!

[@ThyBoiledOne]

i possibly cant relax with that magnets making sound while charging once i had an mri and i cried due to the loudness

[@isolatedmusictracks1966]

I just had mine, no music played. Apart from the lack of comms to say how long it had been going on, it was like listening to the percussion on I Feel Love, then came a really crap prog rock practice session, followed by some bongo percussion from underneath the bed......very claustrophobic too but if you concentrate on the machine noises, you can make up your own tracks to fit - I heard Pink Floyd's " Have a cigar " " Wish you were here " and Quo's " Pictures of Matchstick Men " 🤣🎸🎸

[@maryie9876]

its like being in a music studio, the machine was throwing a sick beat when i was in

[@jacvic0790]

Same here! Lmao

[@uknownunknown9051]

Do not be scared about an mri. Had my first one today and man I don’t know why I was scared you are literally just chilling with some club music around you 😂 the only thing I felt was for 5 minutes a wave feeling in my head like a massage was happening that’s it. Other than that just noises

[@AnaCambray-fy5ph]

Had my very first MRI today and it was hell. I wasn't scared until I was inside. No helmet, no music no pillow under my legs. Was almost fully in there except from below my knees. Lasted 50 mins and I had to take in deep breaths and hold it for about 10 to 15 seconds, which made me gasp for air, at least 30+ times per instructions and release slowly. I almost panicked towards the end, specially bcuz I didn't hear them talk for a long time. The loud nosies made me feel I was hearing panick alarms and I was sweating and my whole body cracked when i finally got out. Plus I was diagnosed w endometriosis..

[@ace-xx8du]

get well soon!

[@rheableu5494]

I had a full spine MRI yesterday, took over an hour. I was so nervous but it was really fine. I actually fell asleep! It seems claustrophobic but my feet and top of my head were out of the machine at the whole time.

[@Madisonhealthidaho]

Thanks for your comment. I am glad you had a good experience.

[@AnaCambray-fy5ph]

Not me I was fully inside from the knees up and they kept bringing me down to the middle. I couldn't sleep as I had to keep holding my breath and releasing, was in there 50 mins w no music and no air blowing in.

[@colinpostell4790]

​@Madisonhealthidaho in the next video when you do her brain MRI can you put an iv in her hand with contrast when you do her MRI in thenext video

[@colinpostell4790]

​@@Madisonhealthidaho can you put an iv in her hand with contrast in the next video

[@colinpostell4790]

​@Madisonhealthidaho can you do it to her in the next video in A 2hr video

[@johnledford134]

I went to do an MRI a couple of months ago and flipped out. I knew I was claustrophobic but I thought I could handle it. Once they put that thing over my head, I was done. After I didn’t do it, my doctor prescribed me Valume to sedate me. It didn’t work and I didn’t do it again. It had the opposite effect on me. Im a redhead and I heard that medicines don’t work exactly the same on redheads. I was 0-2 with the MRI. I got a CT Scan instead and it was much better.

[@evlinlebreault3830]

I wish that NJIN here in New Jersey will give you a choice of music and color too .

[@humayrashirin]

I've done my MRI today and trust me guys it was so easy! I was so comfortable and enjoying the whole time 😁

[@ivyonlineivybabe6552]

why was this brain scan only 12 minutes heard they are about 30-45 minutes I could be wrong though

[@clayharris3007]

It was a non contrasted brain scan if it was contrasted it would be longer I’m pretty sure

[@clayharris3007]

Non contrasted means there is no dye which does not take as long

[@MysticGoddess0728]

Mine was only like 5-10 mins

[@milkyuhnom5925]

it depends, as clay said it’s a non contrasted scan

[@Lopezflies888]

I was panicking before she even got backed into the machine....nope nope nope 😂

[@Person-mh6xq]

I know 😞

[@immasis]

Im very claustraphobic 😢 dreading this. Just awaiting my appointment to come through but will try keep my eyes closed n remind myself whats going on

[@tailwind12]

i wish i washed this a few week ago. last month in peru and a high recommended imaging clinic i got a brain MRI hence headaches. clean, nice location. my spanish is OK to good. the technician told me little to no information except nicely to lay down. i noticed a cord and button at the foot of the gurney but did not know what that was for. i layer down and the head mask was put on. now i am 6'3" and 240 (i played college ball) ask the gurney goes into the machine my shoulders (deltoids) are squeezed against the inside of the cylinder. my arm are not only flat to my side buy under my legs and but. i was give no panic button. my panic button was to scream, i guess. i was OK for the most part. i was estimating what she told me of: 25mins and i kind of guessed when the test was over. when i heard the door open i "thanked god". she pulled me out with my shoulder sliding down the interior. she knew nothing of what i thought. then i go home to YT and see all of this. this MRI is like twice the diameter of the interior cylinder. my guess is what i had was not the newest 2024 model year. maybe i go back to the US? although a brain MRI cost a whopping $190 here in lima, peru.

[@negative80]

Just had one a few hrs ago. Wish my drs had a music thing. i got ear plugs, but it didn’t help much. ears are still ringing. was done in maybe 40mins.

[@heart.shaped.locket]

This is helpful! I am getting my MRI soon for absence seizure blackouts, im nervous but this makes me feel a little better about it!

[@candieo]

I am having the same thing, do they put in an iv

[@Justin-hz8bh]

I will add to the experiences in case you're about to have an MRI brain scan like me. I was 8/10 on the scared scale just like you might be when you get yours done. Let me just sum it up for you - it's more annoying than anything. Oh and the 12 min they show in the video is BS!!!! Mine was 36 minutes of listening to Star Wars/dial up noises and they pulled me out at about 29 minutes to inject the dye in my arm and surprisingly, it was totally painless (the shot) and then they zipped me back in. So there's this table and they have you lay down. The technician will then stick all these pads around you so no part of you is touching the sides of the tray you lay on. They use your vein just like an IV for the dye if your doctor ordered an MRI with contrast. The key thing is just to NOT MOVE AT ALL. I mean, do you want to do it again? Nope. So just close your eyes and pretend to sleep. Also understand they may put this Hannibal Lector mask on your face. Yeah, I didn't expect it either. It has these cutouts for your eyes but like I said before, just close your eyes and don't worry about it. The technician told me it was a sort of antenna. Bottom line is it just 35-ish minutes of silly noises and if you remain still and deal with that, you will be totally fine.

[@TheWeaponsChannel.]

As a epilepsy patient, the hospital i went to to get an MRI scan did not let me listen to music (This was Wake Forest Baptist Hospital) but in the end it was just the matter of the weird sounds that i imagined were music.

[@gregoryrockingham]

I get mri’s completely put to sleep. This is offered at the hospital I use. I usually have upright mri’s, however, with my Inspire/sleep apnea device, I can no longer have upright MRI’s. It was like sitting in an airplane seat. They will no longer do that with my inspire.

[@dinomyte1981]

Just had my yearly brain scan today. I almost fall asleep every time.

[@robcentonze5516]

I need a brain and orbital. Do they put your whole body in? They said it would be 2 45 sessions..... I am really thinking about getting a open mri

[@MysticalDreamFire]

I've never had an MRi like this! With lights and music and I'm in there at least 30 mins each time and a least 2* a year

[@melissadavis6904]

I don’t know if this is filmed at the Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg Idaho. But… If it is… I went there to get an MRI scan done just to double check if things were going good in my brain and everything was fine. But… I really would like to hear a full scanning session using that MRI scanner. :-) Would it be possible for you guys to do that? I’ve been trying to find what the MRI scanner that I was in sounded like. I remember that there was a repetitive series of notes that sounded like someone playing an E on the piano and… I remember that there was a part of the scan that sounded like I was in a video game. :-) It had a series of high-pitched beeps that also sounded like they were on the same note as the other one. :-) It was very cool. :-)

[@ThompsonSmith505]

Hello Melissa How are you doing today?

[@Trevdeclune]

If radiologists really believe gadolinium in the body is safe. Send out the disclaimer documents along with the full name of the contrast weeks prior to the procedure, so patients can make an informed decision at their leisure, as opposed to 5 mins before the procedure. which is absolutely ridiculous. Im guessing most radiologists know of chelated gadolinium risks and would not have it injected in them selves.

[@Sasbie65]

I received gadolinium for a brain MRI 10 years ago, and it made me sick - vomiting, face swelling and tightness. I looked like a different person. My face was swollen for about a week. I had to get prescriptions for nausea medication and a steroid. So I list gadolinium as one of my allergies.

[@NicholasNormand]

Never had an mri In my entire life time before last imaging scan I had was 20 years ago which was a CT head without contrast on a GE light speed QXI with display on left and right side

[@qwincyq6412]

I’ve had a few brain MRI. My hospital didn’t have music lol. It’s best described as having someone operate a jackhammer inside your head!

[@tiffanysmith6087]

Locking my head in is the prob

[@razvandobos9759]

That ambient lighting

[@CJames7151]

It's not the machine that gets me it's the staring at a white wall for 30min while being bombarded with all that noise, and you're supposed to not move. It's extremely uncomfortable if you have any spine or joint problems, and the techs act like it's no big deal for anyone...I don't consider myself claustrophobic, first time in an MRI I was extremely uncomfortable, I'm getting another one soon and I'm very less than excited about it 😑 good thing I have my mmj card now. Might help a little.

[@Rapanui5]

When I did the MRI I was nervious because the machine sounded like a pc crashing BADLY. I had to constantly remind myself I'm listening to a MRI machine and not a PC

[@craigk2644]

I had a MRI. Spinal Tumor. Due to no feeling from waist down, felt as if was falling off the slab. Constant stress. The dude would not let me out. Survived the MRI.

[@JanieDee-x2p]

Would not let you out? 😱 That's terrifying. I'd be sooo mad.

[@jacobrodriguez8726]

Im gettingb my mri today hopefully it goes well

[@fearisaliar3]

Loved watching this!

[@Dannon1111]

I just went through one. When she asked "are you ok?" was the moment I learned I'm a bit claustrophobic

[@GabrielleVigil-p6p]

I have seizures and I remember going in one of those it’s scary 😅

[@ArtistGoodLefty]

The sound is very loud and I'm claustrophobic. At My first MRI when I saw I was all the way in the machine with no room to maneuver I almost panicked. But I didn't move. My second MRI I had my eyes covered and gladly never saw anything. I could feeling something tight on my outside of my arms though to hold me in place.

[@Bl_lover-ni6ue]

Getting my MRI soon 😢 a bit nervous I’ll update 😊

[@jacobrodriguez8726]

yea pls tell me how it goes I'm getting mine today :)

[@Reporteradeperuviviendoenalema]

Me relaje y llegué a casa a comer y dormir 😂

[@faadumohassan392]

I did mine today and I’m happily glad I am done with it

[@eliseziegler8856]

I sure didn't get music or special colors or panic button or side guards at my brain mri without contrast yesterday. I had to lie still like a corpse and did get earbuds and a headphone. I paid a lot for my scan but in my town none of the imaging centers offer such luxuries. I have had 2 scans and they were not awaful but I had zero ameties.

[@SavingsForYou]

I wish I had taken Lthianine or some calming supplements. Having the head or neck brace just makes you feels stuck and scared.

[@foxygirl096]

I had an MRI for my knee a few months ago and it was my first one and it was SO LOUD. Mine was in a trailer but I’m glad I didn’t have to use to call button😅

[@ruqiyashaikh8406]

I will b getting a MRI soon i had it 7 years ago an it scares me

[@leesmith46]

Be honest.no shame in saying if you're very claustrophobic, tell them and get them to sedate you .

[@Magoohound]

I wore an eye mask. They put it on me before I went in and it made a WORLD of difference. Highly recommend wearing a mask.

[@leesmith46]

@Magoohound Be to be honest with them having had a scan. I respect anybody who has one. All the best.

[@Violet37]

I had my brain mri today and panicked everytime they put me in. That cover for the face they call the antenna made me feel like I was suffocating. Thankfully getting blind folded and asking for oxygen helped. I couldn't wait until it was over.

[@hudsonboycandleco.8317]

I completely understand! I am very anxious and claustrophobic. Do they communicate with you through the earphones?

[@Violet37]

@@hudsonboycandleco.8317 they do when you squeeze the button.

[@Blair85]

Do all of them use that cover for your face? That's the only thing that gives me high anxiety. I think I would be fine without that thing on my face with anxiety medication but that's setting my anxiety off right now that face cover thing

[@hudsonboycandleco.8317]

@@Blair85 I agree with you completely! Im curious about that as well! Great question!

[@Violet37]

@Blair85 I guess it depends on what place you go to. Idk if all mri machines are alike. My son had a option to wear his, and he didn't want to. Where I had to cause they told me it was some sort of antenna. I'm due for another mri in a few months and this time I have meds for it. I'm hoping it will be a different machine. Do you have a mri appointment soon?

[@lisa.83]

I get mine tomorrow and must say I'm petrified, small space unable to move loud noise is making my anxiety go to 💯 I'm going to freak out and makes me very nervous just watching what's to come , why do they need to put your head in a cage?

[@cajen99]

How’d you make out? I had my first one done today. I’m extremely claustrophobic and was worried I wouldn’t be able to finish the procedure. The techs were so kind and understanding. They made the experience easy.

[@lisa.83]

@@cajen99 think watching videos made it worse as it made me over think it more was driving myself crazy, but once I was in machine I just kept my eyes closed the whole time staff were amazing , still waiting in my results though. So glad yours went well ☺️

[@cajen99]

@@lisa.83 I did the same. Kept my eyes closed and tried to relax as much as possible. And you’re right about the videos. They made my anxiety go all the way up. I’m glad it’s over, but am praying for good results. I do hope everything works out for you!

[@lisa.83]

@@cajen99 I hate the waiting game , I guess no news is good news. Hope all goes well with yours 😊

[@robotrabbit5712]

What they don't tell you: when they say "ok, we're gonna start" your brain will interpret it as "ok, nose. We're gonna start itching".

[@autisticalex123]

im getting an mri on my knee soon- j hope its the siemens mri machine because those ate quite interesting

[@neon_lines]

I'm fine with MRIS just a bit nervous as I haven't had one in a while and I have autism so hehe not great for loud noises. I don't like the sound of the ariel but it should be okai

[@PuppiesTheHand]

It gave me nightmares 💀☠️

[@matthewtrainsandlifts]

I had an MRI with an Philips Ingenia MR system a month ago, and I had headphones the entire time, lisening to music, and the entrire time, the automatic system told me: the next scan will start, the next scam will take 3 minutes,etc.

[@ds74878]

My neurologist ordered a brain mri for my facial tingling/pressure. Will the brain scan also show my facial muscles? Because thats where the sensations are. Thanks.

[@DoorsProYeah2]

Did you get the MRI? I also have tingling in my face and my doctor order a brain MRI

[@razvandobos9759]

Sounds like fire alarms and construction and sirens

[@ram_1776]

Yep, that's the sounds.

[@mattdaugherty7865]

When my shoulders rubbed the sides I felt like I was in a casket!

[@kcob643]

12 MINUTES!?!?!?!? I need to go to this hospital. I have a brain MRI scheduled for tomorrow and it is going to be AT LEAST like the very very least 40 minutes. Smh. Good thing I will be highly medicated.

[@phthalogreenbean]

I have this tomorrow and the noises kinda sound like the music I listen to every day lol. Are they sudden because I am a very hypervigilant person and jump with noises?

[@Cat-nap-j7j]

Ok wait, i have a huge question im plus sized! I had an mri of my knee in may of this year! N i know, my whole body wnt fit in there! What will happen? Since w wnt fit?

[@chappy1914]

Thank you so much for this video. I was nervous before I watched this video but now I am ready for my MRI .

[@thinline8504]

I recently had one. I was like this is ok.. BANG BANG BANG!!!!! ARRRRRR!!!ARRRR!!!! BANG ! BANG! BANG. me:👀 .......... will it explode on me. she told me I will hear nosies, but damn! lol

[@Shizan_ff]

meanwhile me vibing on MRI sound 😂😂

[@mikegrundy6345]

the were part is the helmet u feel trapped

[@Madisonhealthidaho]

The helmet top is a little confining for sure, if you are having a brain scan. We do have some goggles that are mirrored that give you the vision as you are looking out of the tube, if that helps. Hopefully in the near future when we purchase our next scanner we can have some sort of visual wall or video that can be played to also help with that anxiety.

[@andytieandiFitCrews]

Thank you for sharing.

[@jaydeinmorrin7045]

What does the locker look like and what’s on her head?

[@jenmiller1081]

I almost fell asleep in mine the other day 😂

[@paiktv]

That’s good since I have to do a brain MRI in September 2024 because I have headaches but first I have to have a CT scan of my cervical spine

[@nataliem2199]

How did it go?

[@kissfan6321]

It is open at both ends so I don't see how anyone could be claustrophobic. If it all around you then that m,ight be a concern but this is okay.

[@Kim-ss5bb]

How do you get a head mri i want one but my doctors cant give me one

[@BoakyeMargaret-bh6zh]

How many hours will be take

[@gouravdogra9140]

how much time we have to spent in machine for mri brain

[@cyndimanka]

I did one with contrast, and it was not fun. It gives you weird sensations and taste.

[@barca_steelers8268]

There was my anxiety at its best!! I ended up with an open MRI ..

[@carlgordonjr]

I did this a few weeks ago for my leg, it was very easy, i expected it to be worst but it was pretty good

[@RashadSims-bh3zz]

Wow it seems quick af literally

[@ConnerColemanMSHS]

How’d that camera get so close?

[@Madisonhealthidaho]

It was actually outside the 5 gauss line, that is the safety line drawn around the perimeter of the main magnet of the MRI scanner, specifying the distance at which the stray magnetic field is equivalent to 5 guass (0.5 mT)

[@timestes1551]

Wow I am impressed