Nutrition
Guide:
For People Living with Cancer Sore Mouth, Sore Throat
How can I cope with a sore mouth and throat?
A sore mouth and throat may be caused by
radiation therapy, certain medications, chemotherapy and/or infections.
Eating can be made easier by taking care of your mouth and carefully
choosing the foods that you eat. The following suggestions will
help you eat better.
Make sure your doctor is aware of any
mouth problems you may be experiencing. Your doctor or nurse
will be able to give you tips about mouth care and mediations
that will ease mouth or throat pain
Rinse your mouth with baking soda and
water mouthwash often during the day to help clean and refresh
your mouth. See below for the recipe
Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of fluids
daily to avoid dehydration
Make every bite count. Choose foods and
drinks that are high in calories and protein.
Eat and drink frequently during the day.
Try eating every two hours and sipping fluids throughout the
day
Choose foods that are easy for you to
chew and swallow. Start with high calorie fluids if chewing is
difficult for you. Gradually introduce solid foods as you are
able. See Foods that may be hard
to chew or swallow.
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