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Side Effects - Radiation

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Radiation Side Effects

  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Skin problems (dry, itchy, sunburned, swelling, soreness)
  • Constipation
  • Cough
  • Fever
  • Pain

Radiation Side Effects –Types/Causes

  • Types of Side Effects
    • Acute – during/shortly after Rx (within 24 hours)
    • Chronic – months to years after Rx
  • Factors influencing development
    • Exact tissue and amount treated
    • Dose and fractionation used
    • Method of delivery
    • Individual factors