How to Treat Mucositis?
- July 26, 2023
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Medical Treatment:
If you are having cancer treatment, some of the things you can do to help prevent mucositis:
- Take plenty of water
- Floss once a day
- Do not take painkillers without speaking to a pharmacist, nurse or doctor Rinse your mouth with warm water or water mixed with a little bit of salt several times a day suck on crushed ice or ice lollies
- Brush your teeth at least two times a day with a soft toothbrush
- Do not use mouthwashes from shops without speaking to a pharmacist, nurse or doctor
- Eat soft, moist foods and avoid eat crunchy, rough or sharp foods (like crisps), hot, spicy or salty foods, acidic foods (like tomatoes), oranges or lemons
- Do not drink fizzy drinks, hot drinks or alcohol
- Chew sugar-free gum
- Avoid smoke
- Painkillers
- Mouthwashes that clean, numb and protect your mouth
- Medicines to stop diarrhea or reduce soreness inside your bottom
- Gels or sprays to keep moist your mouth
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