What is Radiation Dermatitis?

What is Radiation Dermatitis and what causes it? Modern radiation therapy (RT) utilizes a series of small doses of ionizing radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Your health care provider’s goal with this therapy is to kill tumor cells after repeated...

A Guide to Radiation Dermatitis

Radiation dermatitis (RD) refers to a spectrum of skin reactions that may occur as a result of radiation therapy. Around 85 percent of cancer patients who undergo radiation therapy experience moderate to severe skin reactions. These reactions can be a frustrating and...