radiation burns, also known as radiation dermatitis, occur when the skin cells are damaged due to prolonged exposure to ...

X-ray radiation is a type of ionising radiation that can be potentially very dangerous ... Direct exposure to the X-ray beam can cause radiation damage and burns to the skin and underlying tissues, ...

The ionizing power of gamma rays is low ... Reproductive organs High doses can cause sterility or mutations. Skin Radiation can burn skin or cause cancer. Bone marrow Radiation can cause leukaemia ...

External radiotherapy with ionizing radiation is the most frequently employed radiation treatment of cancer patients. In this approach, the primary tumour and a limited area around it is treated ...