Radiation burn
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Radiation burn | |
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Synonyms | Radiation dermatitis |
Pronounce | N/A |
Specialty | N/A |
Symptoms | Redness, blistering, peeling skin, ulceration |
Complications | Infection, chronic pain, scarring, skin cancer |
Onset | Minutes to hours after exposure, can be delayed |
Duration | Days to weeks, chronic cases may persist |
Types | N/A |
Causes | Ionizing radiation exposure |
Risks | Radiation therapy, nuclear accidents, radiological procedures |
Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, biopsy |
Differential diagnosis | Thermal burn, chemical burn, sunburn |
Prevention | Limiting exposure, protective shielding, monitoring radiation doses |
Treatment | Wound care, topical steroids, pain management, surgery |
Medication | N/A |
Prognosis | Varies, can be severe in high-dose exposures |
Frequency | Rare, more common in medical settings |
Deaths | N/A |
Radiation burns are injuries to the skin or other biological tissue caused by exposure to radiation. The sources of radiation can be varied, including X-rays, radium, sunlight (UV radiation), and radiation from atomic or nuclear reactions. Radiation burns are a serious health concern that can result from medical treatments, occupational exposure, accidental exposure, or even prolonged exposure to natural sunlight.
Causes
Radiation burns can be caused by:
- X-ray exposure in medical imaging or therapy
- Exposure to radium or other radioactive materials
- Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from prolonged sunlight exposure
- Atomic or nuclear radiation from accidents or exposure to radioactive materials
- Other types of radiant energy, including laser and microwave radiation
Symptoms
Symptoms of radiation burns vary depending on the radiation source and exposure duration but can include:
- Redness and irritation of the skin
- Blistering and peeling
- Ulceration in severe cases
- Hair loss at the exposure site
- Fatigue and weakness if systemic exposure occurs
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of radiation burns involves:
- Patient history to determine potential radiation exposure
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Blood tests to assess for radiation sickness in cases of systemic exposure
- Imaging tests to determine underlying tissue damage
Treatment
Treatment for radiation burns depends on the severity of the burn and may include:
- Topical treatments to manage skin symptoms
- Pain management medications
- Antibiotics to prevent or treat infection
- Surgical intervention for severe burns, including skin grafts
- Management of systemic symptoms if radiation sickness has occurred
Prevention
Prevention of radiation burns is critical, especially for individuals in high-risk occupations or undergoing medical treatments involving radiation:
- Use of protective clothing and equipment
- Limiting exposure duration
- Proper shielding of radioactive materials
- Adhering to safety protocols in medical and industrial settings
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