NFKB1 and radiodermatitis: These studies suggest that the ameliorative effect of the dilute bleach baths and NaOCl wash involves a mechanism beyond its oxidative capability and bactericidal activity against SA.28, 29 Indeed, Leung et al30 have shown that NaOCl has a direct antiinflammatory effect, suppressing NFκB signaling in cultured keratinocytes and reducing the severity of radiation dermatitis in mouse skin.