Translation

radiation poisoning / acute radiation syndrome

Meaning

A serious illness caused by exposure to a high dose of ionizing radiation in a short period, resulting in damage to the body's cells and internal organs.

Examples

• The doctors monitored the survivors closely for any signs of radiation sickness.
  医師たちは生存者に放射線障害の兆候がないか注意深く観察した。
• Severe radiation sickness can lead to organ failure and death if not treated immediately.
  重度の放射線障害は、直ちに治療しなければ臓器不全や死に至る可能性がある。