What kind of radiation can clothing protect you from?
Some EMF protection clothing products may only protect from certain types of radiation, like electrical fields. So you might read that a product has a shielding effect of 30 dB at 1 to 5 GHz.
What can be used to protect against gamma radiation?
Alpha, beta, or gamma radiation can all be stopped by different thicknesses of absorbers. Shielding material can include barrels, boards, vehicles, buildings, gravel, water, lead or whatever else is immediately available.
What happens to the skin during radiation treatment?
External beam radiation can make the skin in the area being treated look and feel like it’s been sunburned. It may hurt or itch, peel, or become flaky. Try to protect the area from rubbing or scratching. Tight or stiff clothes may bother the skin.
How is a mask used in radiotherapy treatment?
Voiceover: They use the marks on the mask to line up the machine each time you have treatment. The mask keeps you head still and makes sure that your treatment is directed at the cancer. They put your name on the mask and keep it in the radiotherapy department ready for your treatment.
External beam radiation can make the skin in the area being treated look and feel like it’s been sunburned. It may hurt or itch, peel, or become flaky. Try to protect the area from rubbing or scratching. Tight or stiff clothes may bother the skin.
What do you need to know about radiation masks?
Depending on the area of your head or neck that will be treated, a member of your treatment team may also create a bite block for you. In general, this will involve placing a softened piece of plastic on your tongue, which you will be asked to bite down on for a few minutes while the plastic hardens.
What should I wear when I have radiation treatment?
Protect the skin from the sun. Wear dark colored or UV-protective clothing when outside. If the cancer care team says it’s OK, use broad spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. Does radiation cause hair to fall out? Radiation can cause hair loss, but only in the area that’s being treated.
What should I avoid doing during radiation treatment?
Avoid using harsh laundry detergents and other products with fragrances that might dry or irritate the skin. Remind them, too, to protect the area from the sun both during and after treatment, but ask the doctor if it’s OK to use sunscreen.
