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What is the most common radiation injury to the parts of the skin?
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Dermatitis: Redness, colour changes and skin burn can happen.
Answered 4/11/2012
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Burn: Radiation to the skin can result in a burn. A more minor irradiation can cause redness and discoloration. If a deeper burn occurs , ulceration or scarring may result.
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