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What causes damage to the pituitary gland that causes hypopituitarism?
Damage to the pituitary gland can be caused by conditions such as tumors, head trauma, radiation therapy, infections, or certain genetic disorders. When the pituitary gland is damaged, it may not produce enough of one or more hormones, leading to hypopituitarism.
What does burn contain?
Burn contains a topical injury to the skin or other organic tissue due to heat, electricity, chemicals, radiation, or friction. This injury can cause pain, redness, blistering, and swelling, and can range in severity from minor to life-threatening. It is important to treat burns promptly to prevent infection and promote healing.
Why do radiographers use film badges?
So that their on the job radiation dosage can be tracked. This is required of their employer by law. If they get a minor over exposure the employer is required to give them full paid time off proportional to the overexposure. If they get a major over exposure the employer may be liable for injury, medical treatment, or disability costs. The film badge records may be requested as evidence in a lawsuit.
Does radiation rise?
No, radiation does not rise. Radiation can travel in all directions from its source, with its behavior dependent on the type of radiation and the surrounding environment.
What are three of the natural sources that give off radiation?
- Radiation of cosmic origin- Radiation from radioactive elements (and decay products) of the Earth- Internal radiation of organisms
What is the differences between Radiation injury and Chemical injury?
Radiation injury, tissue damage or changes caused by exposure to ionizing radiation-namely, gamma rays, X-rays, and such high-energy particles as neutrons, electrons, and positrons.A chemical injury occurs where someone is exposed to a hazardous substance, either in the atmosphere or through direct contact with the skin.
Injury resulting from heat chemicals or radiation?
A burn , youh novanet genious!! by, A.
What has the author A C Upton written?
A. C. Upton has written: 'Radiation injury'
What has the author H Bazin written?
H. Bazin has written: 'Pathogenesis of microbial infections after radiation injury'
Can plasma radiation kill someone?
Yes, exposure to high levels of plasma radiation can be lethal. Plasma radiation releases intense energy which can damage tissues and organs in the body, leading to serious injury or death. It is important to avoid exposure to high levels of plasma radiation to prevent harm.
What are possible causes of monomelic amyotrophy?
Viral infection, vascular insufficiency of the spinal cord, heavy physical activity, radiation injury, traumatic injury, and atrophy of the spinal cord--have been suggested as possible causes of MMA.
How are radiation injuries treated in alternative medicine?
One of the best-known, and perhaps even mainstream, treatments of radiation injury is the use of Aloe vera preparations on damaged areas of skin. It has demonstrated remarkable healing properties
What are three things that can cause free radical injury?
Free radical injury can be caused by several factors, including environmental pollutants such as tobacco smoke and industrial chemicals, which introduce reactive oxygen species into the body. Radiation, including UV and ionizing radiation, can also generate free radicals that damage cellular structures. Additionally, metabolic processes, particularly during inflammation or when there's an imbalance in antioxidant defenses, can lead to excessive free radical production, contributing to oxidative stress and cellular injury.
How are radiation injuries treated by doctors?
The type of treatment used depends on the area and severity of the injury. Something as serious as bone marrow suppression would require more intensive therapy
When defining a radiological problem it is important to consider?
the external radiation hazard, the internal hazards - ways in which radioactive material may be inhaled, ingested or absorbed, the injury hazards to on-site personnel.
How many people were injured in chernobyl disaster?
The Chernobyl disaster, which occurred in April 1986, resulted in the immediate injury of 29 people due to acute radiation sickness. In the days following the explosion, over 200 workers and emergency responders were hospitalized for radiation exposure. Long-term health effects have led to thousands of additional cases of radiation-related illnesses, but the exact number of injuries varies in estimates due to the complex nature of radiation exposure and its effects.
why is it that you can only have treatment once in one spot ?
Radiation treatment burns and affects the integrity of the skin. To avoid injury, therapists avoid targeting a specific area of the skin more than once.
