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How to reduce mouth sores (side effect from chemotherapy)? wish to have solution urgently... :'( thanks...
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See doctor: It is best for you to see your oncologist that prescribes the chemotherapy for you to get proper med. I am sure your doctor can advise what is best to give youn comfort from the side effest of chemo.
Answered 8/27/2013
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Keep it clean: Normally they should heal by themselfs if you brush teeth, tongue, and floss, there is other aids to help faster healing is to use a mild antiseptic mouthwash like biotene or chlorheksedien mouth rinses.
Answered 7/4/2013
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