For the both ionising and non-ionising radiation there are many side effects, risks and limitations. In ionising radiation, there is a risk of cell mutation which can result in developing cancer if there is overexposure of the radiation to the patient’s. In the worst state this radiation can result in death. This type of radiation is not recommended to the groups of people like children, pregnant women or the elderly as it will expose them to higher radiation than non-ionising radiation. On the other hand, non-ionising radiation doesn’t lead the cell to mutate instead this radiation may lead to permanent damage of the tissues if it is overheated. Both ionising and non-ionising radiation have many side effects, but skin …show more content…
The side effects of non-ionising radiation include premature aging, skin thickening, raise in internal body temperature, etc. The side effects of ionising radiation include cancer, damage to the organs and the surrounding tissues, birth defects if a pregnant woman is exposed to it, etc. The limitation for the both radiation is that, both the operators and the patients are exposed to some of the radiation in ionising and non-ionising radiation. Both the radiation machine need years of experience to master the technique and the right dosage of radiation is estimated to get the correct results caring the patient’s age and history to ensure their safety. However, the difference in the limitation is that the ionising radiation can’t be used on elderly, children and pregnant women whereas non-ionising radiation can. Also, there is a risk of developing cancer if the