A side effect of radiation therapy to the lungs (abnormal growth of connective tissue):

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Fibrosis refers to the abnormal growth of connective tissue, which is a common side effect of radiation therapy to the lungs. Alopecia refers to hair loss, myelosuppression refers to suppression of bone marrow function, mucositis refers to inflammation of the mucous membrane, and erythema refers to redness of the skin. While these may be side effects of radiation therapy, they do not relate to fibrosis specifically.

A Side Effect of Radiation Therapy to the Lungs (Abnormal