Son Going for a Bone Scan...

Hi M. - I am a nuclear medicine technologist, so I know all about bone scans. In response to your son being nervous about the injection - yes, it is radioactive and it sounds really scary, but it really has no side effects so it will not make him feel any differently at all. His body will flush it out through the urine. He will not notice it coming or leaving at all. Because your son is older, they should be able to do a straight-stick injection - kinda like the opposite of a blood draw. They probably won't need to place an IV for the injection.
If you have any other questions or if I can help in any other way, please let me know.
S.

My son had to have a bone scan when he was 2 (for his hip). Our hardest part was getting the IV in because he was so small/young. There were no problems from the dye.

I know it's hard when you don't know what's wrong with your child's health, but try not to dwell on the possibility of a tumor and remember that there are other much less terrible things that can be causing this. And be thankful that your son's doctor is being proactive in trying to find a reason and diagnosis. I hope you find the peace of mind you seek about this procedure.

i am very sorry but my oldest is 9 now expeireince! I think hes OK

My little brother has had several bone scans, of course his was due to osteosarcoma (bone cancer) in his knee. Definitely wasn't a big deal, they just inject dye via a cath in the leg. I'm sure your son is fine, especially since he is not in any pain. Good luck!

The dye shouldn't have any effect on him.

Thank God you have a doctor who wants to rule out anything serious. The doctor didn't seem alarmed, right? He would have a lot more experience with this. And it's good that there is no pain.

You just have to keep replacing the worrisome thoughts with positive thoughts. It's hard, as a mom, but it sounds like several people have been through it and told you it's no big deal. Be sure to calm your son about his fears. It will calm you down as well.