The symptoms of radiation sickness depend on the dose and duration of exposure. They typically occur in phases:
Prodromal phase: Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and diarrhea can occur within minutes to days after exposure. Latent phase: The individual may feel well for a short period after the initial symptoms subside. Manifest illness phase: Symptoms depend on the dose of radiation received and can include infections, bleeding, anemia, and damage to the central nervous system. Recovery or death: The outcome depends on the severity of exposure and medical intervention.
