[harrie]

I typically had those symptoms with my taste buds in my mouth and my nose. Here is what helped considerably: Mouth: use a toothpaste without the sodium laurel sulfate (foaming agent). You can find this with Biotene or Rembradt toothpaste for cold sore sufferers. Stay away from mouthrinses containing alcohol. Crest Pro health does not have alcohol in it.
Nose: the inside lining of the nose can become impacted from the taxotere. What helped was the nasal sprays to keep it moist and at night when you sleep, line the inside of your nose with an antibiotic cream such as neopsporin. These things help, but will not make it 100% cleared. Just have to tolerate it until chemo is completed.
I know it is a hassle dealing with these side effects, but be tolerant, it is only temporary and overall worth the hassle.
Maryanne