Translation guide
A serious illness caused by exposure to a high dose of ionizing radiation over a short period. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to by the medical term 急性放射線症候群, but in news or general contexts, 急性放射線障害 or 放射線被曝 are often used.
Acute radiation syndrome is caused by exposure to high doses of radiation.
Literally 'acute radiation injury/disorder'. Often used in official reports and news articles. Slightly broader than the syndrome itself.
Acute radiation injury occurred due to the accident.
When discussing the condition in non-specialist settings, such as news reports or public communication.
Descriptive phrase meaning 'acute symptoms due to radiation exposure'. More accessible than the full medical term.
He was hospitalized with acute symptoms from radiation exposure.
Another common phrasing meaning 'acute radiation damage'. Used in media and public health contexts.
Everyday language used by non-experts to refer to the condition.
Simple phrase meaning 'acute disorder from radiation'. Easily understood by the general public.
Acute radiation sickness happens when you are exposed to a large amount of radiation.
Shortened form of the medical term, sometimes used in semi-technical or explanatory contexts.
In Japanese, the full medical term 急性放射線症候群 is precise but may sound overly technical in everyday conversation. For general audiences, use descriptive phrases like 放射線被曝による急性症状 or 放射線の急性障害.
急性放射線症候群 (syndrome) refers to the collection of symptoms as a clinical entity, while 急性放射線障害 (injury/disorder) focuses on the damage itself. In many contexts they are interchangeable, but the former is more specific to the medical diagnosis.
Treatment options for acute radiation damage are limited.
Symptoms of acute radiation sickness include nausea and diarrhea.