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htav
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7 years ago

Tongue and taste

I'm about to undergo my 3rd of 4 chemo session and wondering how others manage the 'tender, burnt like' feeling on the tongue? I had heard there is a paint that can be put on the tongue. Anyone know anything about that? Only lasts for about 5 days, but very uncomfortable!
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  • AllyJay's avatar
    AllyJay
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    7 years ago
    Try eating some paw paw or papaya..that smooth gelatinous texture is very soothing. Other than that, I found drinking something ice cold, or sucking on ice chips worked well. Of course, you can get any number of ointments, drops and so on from the chemist. Stuff for teething babies works well. Make sure you don't have thrush as well.