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Stomatitis

by Cathy Parkes December 13, 2019 Updated: December 22, 2020

Stomatitis is inflammation of the mouth/lips. It is a common side effect of chemotherapy. If your patient has stomatitis, provide the following teaching:

Do not use alcohol based mouthwash!
Use a soft toothbrush.
Avoid acidic, spicy, dry, or crunchy foods.
Cut food is smaller bites.
Use a straw.

To learn more about stomatitis, check out our video on chemotherapy, radiation, malnutrition and mucositis.

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