Contrast MRI Dangers: Gadolinium is Toxic

Gadolinium is used in nuclear reactor cores as well as a contrast agent for MRIs. It is a heavy rare earth metal that can be toxic. Most, if not all of our standardized screenings, treatments and drugs come with a risk. Contrast MRIs are no different. IF you consent to a contrast agent being added, know if your body can "handle" the potential dangers. Please be aware of all risks and demand full transparency before you agree to any procedure your doctor recommends.Show more

Symptoms Associated with Gadolinium Exposure, or SAGE, is a new term endorsed by the American College of Radiology; it refers to symptoms following gadolinium-based contrast agent (GBCA) administration that are unrelated to established early-onset (ie, acute hypersensitivity and physiologic reactions) and late-onset (ie, nephrogenic systemic fibrosis) adverse effects from GBCAs. - Source: RSNA

Gadolinium toxicity and treatment - Source: PubMed
The long-term and cumulative effects of retained gadolinium in the brain and elsewhere are not as yet understood. Recently, patients who report that they suffer from chronic symptoms secondary to gadolinium exposure and retention created gadolinium-toxicity on-line support groups. Their self-reported symptoms have recently been published.