My dental hygenist realized it was Thrush after the oncologist tried to give me morphine for the pain. Diflucan cleared it up in several days. There is a study now (I do not have the link) researching accupuncture to increase saliva after radiation. You may search the news articles on this site (it's were I read about it). Accupuncture worked very well for me and re leaved my dry mouth immediately. I'm not a salesman but I am a believer in whatever works for you. Best of luck.
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