Summary of the results of the “Survey of Chronic Effects of Retained Gadolinium from Contrast MRIs”67,a
| Symptoms | Percentage (%)b |
|---|---|
| Pain: ache (dull, continuous pain), burning, numbness, tingling, or prickling sensations (paraesthesia), deep bone pain, and electric-like feelings | 100%c |
| Pain location: extremities (feet, legs, hands, arms), hips, joints, and ribs | |
| Muscle symptoms: twitching and weakness | 88% |
| Ocular symptoms: worsening vision, dry and bloodshot eyes | 76% |
| Dermal changes: discoloration, rash, skin lesions (ulcers, papules, macules, nodules, or other lesions), tight skin, thickened tissue | 71% |
| Cognitive symptoms: brain fog, difficulty concentrating | 65% |
| ENT symptoms: ringing in ears, swallowing and voice problems | 65% |
| Low body temperature, hair loss, and itchy skin | 59% |
| Balance problems | 53% |
| Swelling of extremities | 53% |