Preventing cold issues.

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Hi, I have just started on oxaliplatin. I have been advised amongst other things not to drink or eat anything cold or even tepid. This could bring on breathing issues. As the weather warms up any suggestions on how to quench thirst or freshen mouth / throat. Of course no ice cream or jelly or even water out of the tap.

Best Wishes

David

Chloe28 6 months ago

Hey David,

I only had the cold issue in my mouth for about 3-4 days after chemo, then it went away!

Norwichcanary 6 months ago in reply to Chloe28

Hi Chloe

Thanks for the info. Did you start drinking cold drinks again after that or you never stopped?

Best Wishes

David

Chloe28 6 months ago in reply to Norwichcanary

Yes been drinking them fine again in the second week after chemo

Norwichcanary 6 months ago in reply to Chloe28

Thank you Chloe, something positive for me.

Best Wishes

David

Sop 6 months ago

Hi, I filled bottles from the tap and left them to get to room temperature, I did have some pins and needles over the colder months, hopefully it will be better for you x

Norwichcanary 6 months ago in reply to Sop

Hi, thank you for your reply. I am also warming tap water to room temperature. I use gloves to take items out of the fridge. I am particularly concerned about breathing problems that can occur when you drink cold water or other liquids. So far, no issues but I am only 2 days into my chemo.

Best Wishes

David

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