Hello and thanks for your enquiry,

Sorry but it isn't clear from your question, whether it is that your mouth issues have just generally occurred, or are maybe a result of recent cancer treatments.

I am assuming that this is due to the side effects of a treatment.

We do have information on tips to cope with mouth problems

• Brush your teeth regularly with a soft toothbrush using alcohol free mouthwash.
• Using a baby's toothbrush is good.
• You can clean your teeth with a foam mouth care stick or a piece of gauze dipped in the mouthwash if your mouth is too sore for a toothbrush. Ask your nurse for advice.
• With sores in your mouth that are crusty, rinse with mouthwash several times a day to loosen the crusts.
• You could try a gel mouthwash that sticks to the inside of your mouth and reduces pain from mouth ulcers. Ask your doctor or nurse about these.
• Choose bland, soft foods such as mashed potato, well cooked rice or scrambled eggs if you’re able to eat.
• Don't eat spicy or salty foods, dry or crisp foods, citrus fruits or juices.
• It is important to drink plenty of liquids. Water is fine.
• It’s much better to take painkillers and be able to eat and drink than to avoid eating because it's too painful.

Taking soluble paracetamol can help. There are also Gel based mouth care products that can help line the mouth, Gelclair for example.

Do let your doctor, and/or hospital team know how you are doing, so they can review you and try to help with additional mouth care products.

I hope that this helps,

Best wishes,

Vanda