When the abdomen receives radiation, there is always some nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
In most cases, the symptoms get better 2 - 3 weeks after treatment ends.
However, when this condition develops, symptoms may last for a long period of time. Long-term (chronic) enteritis is rarely curable.
What to expect if I have Radiation enteropathy natural history, complications, and prognosis (Outlook/Prognosis)?
When the abdomen receives radiation, there is always some nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
In most cases, the symptoms get better 2 - 3 weeks after treatment ends.
However, when this condition develops, symptoms may last for a long period of time. Long-term (chronic) enteritis is rarely curable.