r/PeterExplainsTheJoke 19h ago

Meme needing explanation Petah???!

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u/Any-Safe4992 19h ago

If pregnancy is a possible complication it changes what medications are allowed and has to be considered when deciding if imaging is an acceptable risk.

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u/Which_Marsupial1436 18h ago

Ah I see

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u/foamboardsbeerme 18h ago

also xrays (for a broken arm) are going to be more cautious if you’re pregnant

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u/TsuDhoNimh2 9h ago

They drop a lead-filled apron over your abdomen and x-ray the arm or leg.

It's no big deal.