Hi, I'm new to this, my partner finished his 6 weeks trearment 18th April, 30 sessions and 3 sessions of chemo, he is suffering with mucusitus, already has a feeding tube, salt washes don't seem to easing his mucusitus, any suggestions would be gratefully received. Thank you
Hi and welcome to the community, although sorry to hear your partner is in some discomfort. Could I suggest you post your question in the Head and Neck Group . The members there may have experience of this and should be able to help. Click the link to get to the group. Join and start a new discussion there with your questions. I hope all goes well. Best wishes.
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