MRI Brain Scan

[joedavis]

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!

[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. ❤

[misty]

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!!

[hairbsb]

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

[richardl]

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.

[buttership]

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

[rachelbeth]

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!!

[jon-klmk]

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

[maniacguy]

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 😊

[geraldinegrace]

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 🙏

[jimmio]

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!

[thegroovyhead]

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

[codingvio]

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.

[allancopland]

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.

[clivesinclair]

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.

[SBatts-rdkg]

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.

[ScarfTime]

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

[lashakelly]

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

[bellaxeahrose]

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

[therealpepsicat]

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