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Radiation Dermatitis
Radiodermatitis (also called radiation dermatitis) is a skin condition caused by the high-energy X-rays delivered during radiation therapy. It affects nearly 95% of patients who receive radiation for cancer treatment, with approximately 85% of patients having moderate-to-severe skin reactions.
Clinicians generally believe that the ideal method for preventing and minimizing skin reactions to radiation treatment is to provide anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial solutions at the cellular level and moisturization of the irradiated area. The current standard of care involves using a simple topical product with petrolatum to provide moisturization and occlusivity to the irradiated area, yet this has left both patients and doctors searching for more effective medicine.
CBD therapy works by interacting with the body’s Endocannabinoid System, which plays an essential role in regulating skin health. When CBD and other cannabinoids interact with the skin receptors, they appear to play a role in controlling inflammation levels and bolster immune response.