pet scan side effects

I had a pet scan on friday and within minutes of the tracer going in I felt extreme pressure in my top back teeth both sides like something was actually trying to force my teeth out it lasted about 10 mins of the 1 hour waiting time but it was very painful and as i say the feeling of pressure. That evening i experienced quite a few weird feelings in my head like everything sort of stopped =hung=then started again and since friday I have had weird pains and electric shock type feelings in my hands. Just wondering is this something relevant should i mention it to anyone or has this been see in anyone else . 
Thanks 

  • Hello and thanks for posting.

    Some people can have a reaction to the radioactive tracer, but it usually only lasts for a short period of time. The symptoms you describe sound like they've lasted longer than expected.

    I think it would be a good idea to tell the PET scan team or your GP what has happened. It may not be linked to the scan but it's best to get checked out just to be on the safe side.

    I hope things improve for you soon. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to ring is freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene