I feel his pain. Today marks 11 months since my last day of radiation. Eating was painful and often took an hour to get it all down. Medications like Magic Mouthwash, oral lidocaine, and opiates can help a little bit.

Stick with soft foods without much texture. I relied on instant oatmeal, cream of wheat, scrambled eggs, creamy soups, etc. Boost & Ensure supplement drinks help with vitamins and minerals. Make sure he is getting enough protein daily to help him heal. There is a forum on the list with lots of recipes and ideas for getting nutrition.


The number of people involved in my care (@ a CCC) is humbling. Doctors, nurses, therapists, support staff, & of course, family. With everyone fighting for me to beat cancer the least I can do is fight back and win!