Hi I'm on FEC-T chemo and had 2 sessions already out of 6, due for my 3rd next Friday. The 1st week following treatment is the worst for the usual tiredness, fatigue, feeling dizzy, weak etc, then last 2 weeks leading up to my next treatment my energy levels are sort of back to normal. Just asking if anyone else here has or is suffering with mouth problems ie. the inside of my bottom lip on the gum area and the end of my tongue feels sore, kind of numb, really sensitive as though it feels burnt. I'm using a mouthwash but not really helping at all. Any suggestions or feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Hi, it was recommended to me to use a salt water rinse and that helped a bit, as did some super soft toothbrushes I got online. Good luck
Hi, thank you I did think of salt water rinse to use, any feedback, tips and experiences is always useful to know, much appreciated.
Hi Irishgirl16 I was on ECX6 And got mouth ulcers oral thrush etc I had mouth wash when needed also prescription from chemo unit for thrush . Used child battery toothbrush personally like little mermaid Game changer for ulcers was BONJELA
Hope you find something that works
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