u/Better_Department436

Hi everyone, don’t know if this is allowed but I’m in the UK and going for an MRI tomorrow. It’s spinal lumbar and sacral due to ongoing pain when sitting or standing for long durations in my left leg and I also have a HORRIBLE phobia of blood and needles. This means that when ever I get my blood drawn I immediately faint after. I was wondering if this type of MRI typically requires contrast and if I do need it, what to do and if you have ever seen this before. thanks for the help!