2025-11-17 – Weekly Radiology News : Funniest patient comments during scans

Last week in our radiology community, the conversations were both insightful and varied. Members delved into the nuances of muscle imaging, particularly when paraspinal muscles become the focal point in scans. There was also an engaging discussion on the Naclerio V sign, emphasizing its practical implications in diagnostics. Additionally, conversations around choosing radiology as a career path offered valuable perspectives, while lighter topics provided a space for camaraderie and shared experiences among professionals.


This Week’s Hot Topics

When paraspinal muscles steal the show
This thread explores the complexities when paraspinal muscles are prominent in imaging studies. It’s an interesting read for understanding atypical imaging findings.
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Naclerio V sign in real life
A practical look at the Naclerio V sign, this discussion highlights its importance and how it appears in real-life cases, making it a valuable topic for those interested in sinus imaging.
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FAQ/Guidelines
This thread is a go-to for any newcomers or those needing a refresher on community guidelines and FAQs. It’s essential for smooth navigation and participation.
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Admin Guide: Getting Started
A useful resource for forum administrators, this guide helps streamline the setup and management of community interactions.
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Is Radiology the Right Medical Specialty for You?
This discussion provides insights into the realities of a career in radiology, offering guidance to those contemplating this specialty.
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Name That Modality!
A fun and interactive thread where members test their knowledge of different imaging modalities. It’s a light-hearted way to engage with peers.
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Funniest Thing a Patient Said During a Scan
This thread is a collection of humorous anecdotes from patient interactions during scans, sure to bring a smile to your day.
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You Know You’re in Radiology When
A relatable thread for radiology professionals, sharing common experiences and moments unique to the field.
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Weirdest Object Found on an X-ray
Explore some of the most unusual finds on X-rays in this intriguing and amusing discussion.
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Your Favorite Imaging Modality to Work With?
Professionals share their preferred imaging modalities, discussing the pros and cons of each. It’s insightful for those exploring different specialties within radiology.
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Looking forward to another engaging week ahead. Feel free to jump into the discussions or start your own.

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Had a patient during a CT chest ask, β€œAre you looking for the V like in victory?” β€” made my day, but I told them we’d celebrate the Naclerio V sign after the breath-hold. If jokes start early, I promise one right after so we don’t blur the paraspinal detail with motion.

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During lumbar MRI, someone whispered, β€˜Is my paraspinal flexing?’ β€” two-minute prone T2 saved a re-scan.

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Paraspinal chatter during lumbar MRI is my nemesis. Quick tip: I tell them β€œmelt your back into the table,” add a knee bolster, and if motion persists in a 15‑min slot I switch to a 60‑second BLADE/PROPELLER T2 β€” slightly softer detail, but it saves the sequence. , not as elegant as the perfect T2, but it beats coming back.

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Before CT chest breath-holds, I cue β€˜freeze 5 seconds’ β€” fewer repeats; backup: quick practice.

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I coach neck scans with β€œtongue tip to the roof of your mouth β€” be a statue for 10–12 seconds,” which slashes swallowing and saves our gradient-echo; one patient asked, β€œIf I don’t swallow, do I still have a neck?” For folks who can’t suppress it, I give a tiny sip then a timed hold β€” @morgan_davis91 your freeze cue pairs nicely; do you prefer audio or a hand‑squeeze?

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On spine scans I warm a blanket over the hips and say, β€œlet the table do the work β€” be heavy dough,” then cue, β€œfreeze for 12 seconds when the drums start.” It trims motion in our 12‑min slots; if fidgeting persists, @CTtechMina will try a gentle ankle strap if the patient agrees. Funniest comeback: β€œIf I’m dough, do I get baked after the gradient party?”.

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