Dry mouth, anyone used a nebuliser?

worried_wife

We bought a humidifier off Amazon for about £20 and some essential oils to make it smell nice. It’s called 1 by One Cool Mist Humidifier. We bought the 2.8l one and wish we’d bought the smaller one which is even cheaper. It actually looks nice and has a light on it that changes colour so ideal for a night light.

I find that when we use it though, the house smells damp. Hubby has only used it about 4 times but his dryness is getting worse so he may start to use it more. We always have wet washing on radiators too!

We were advised to do a hot steam before going to bed which Ken did find useful for about a week.

Drivermason

Grrrrr why is there so much inconsistency!!??

i get Duraphat on repeat from GP. Just never thought of asking for Bioxtra. 

anyway some caphasol on the way to WW tomorrow at least 

Yes I get Duraphat 5000 on px and Gelclair.  Biotene & saliva spray Orthana.

My consultant said calphasol wasn't good as not proven so told me (strongly!!)  not to buy & didn't prescribe.  But I know all clinics/ consultants like different things & depends on individual what works.  Let me know if calphasol good!!!

Tina x

We're private - no other option but the dentist is good so I don't really mind.

Anyway - private prescriptions can be cheaper than NHS if you're prescribed something that costs less than the NHS prescription charge. I also find that private Px are cheaper at Tesco than Boots. 

Just a thought and worthy checking. 

Hi Tina

likewise my consultant wouldn’t prescribe Capohsol either , all I got was a saline solution to gargle with 

.ai know lots who swear by caphosol but like you say they are all different .

Hazel xx

Hi I was told not to used any essential oils has they can irritate the throat so I didn’t . Just a thought 

Hazel xx

Hi Sharon

Why did you wish you'd got the smaller one out of interest? There's lots of choice - I've just looked on Amazon, thanks for the tip.

Our consultant thinks that steam inhalation makes the symptoms worse, but as we all know, there is a lot of inconsistency amongst our esteemed oncologists!! 

Pip

worried_wife

Just checking you’re not paying for any prescriptions? You should have a 5 year medical exemption card?

worried_wife

We're just off out (to make our wills) but I can post a photo when I get back if that helps?

The bigger size just isn’t necessary and is very big! I suppose it means the water doesn’t need filling up as much though.

Id get the smaller one if I was buying again.

Pip

i used to stick my head over a bowl of steam with a towel round my head and it did help me. Added a little Olbas oil.