Moist reaction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-005461",
  "term": "Moist reaction",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A skin problem caused by radiation therapy. The affected skin peels and becomes moist and painful. Sores or ulcers can also develop, which may lead to infection. A moist reaction usually occurs in areas where the skin folds, such as under the breasts, behind the ears, or on the buttocks. A moist reaction usually goes away 2 or 3 weeks after radiation therapy has ended.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/moist-reaction/"
}