American Society for Radiation Oncology, estimate that around 95% of patients receiving radiation therapy suffer from some degree of radiodermatitis
Radiodermatitis, also known as "nerve damage" is the inflammation of the radial artery (lining of the spinal cord) which provides the nerves with blood and nutrients. Radiodermatitis usually manifests as a red rash that is raised, bluish in color, and located in or around the spinal cord area. It can become quite serious and cause weakness of the muscles and even affect the functioning of the internal organs. The symptoms of radiodermatitis include extreme pain, paralysis and even temporary loss of the ability to move the limbs. Radiodermatitis can be caused by exposure to radiation. There are many forms of radiation dermatitis such as x-ray, gamma, beta, brachytherapy, intravenous, oral, and vaginal radiation. Treatment for radiation dermatitis includes fluid therapy, corticosteroid injections, and immune modification therapies. Radiodermatitis that is caused by exposure to radiation skin toxicity is called radiation skin toxicity (RTV). This is one of the ...