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Joined: Apr 2004 Posts: 837 | Laurie,
Breath problems are among the unfortunate byproducts of reduced saliva. Following radiation, it's essential to get enough liquid intake to try to fight the chronic dryness. In addition to lots of water, I also use sugarless gum (I always hated gum-chewing before, but I find it helps keep the moisture going), and I use the Biotene mouthwash and gel quite frequently.
Cathy
Tongue SCC (T2M0N0), poorly differentiated, diagnosed 3/89, partial glossectomy and neck dissection 4/89, radiation from early June to late August 1989
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