[Ruth]

Hi Terrie ~

I am so sorry that you are having mouth sores! They hurt so badly ~ I remember it all too well. I needed help when I was taking dose dense A/C and my mouth was just really messed up. My local pharmacy actually made "Magic Mouth Wash" for me (per Onc instructions) and it was very inexpensive (I think $10?). This was 5 years ago so I don't know if they are allowed to create this stuff anymore in the pharmacy? It helped me by making my mouth numb enough that I was able to eat. The main problem I was having was rapid weight loss. I just couldn't swallow. I was also told not to smoke anything...especially herbs...(if you get my meaning) as this would make it worse. I am not a smoker but it was amazing how many people offered me nausea helping potion :-) during this time! I tried warm salt water too and I think what really helped me was controlling the amount of sugar intake. I had no sweets at all. I had read somewhere that yeast loves sugar and cutting it out helps your mouth.

I feel for you and hope your mouth gets to feeling better.

Hugs ~ Ruth