I avoid alcohol type mouthwashes; although, I believe the alcohol in mouthwashes is a lot different then regular drinking types of alcohol. Now as spicy foods go, I assume as long as they don't cause sores it's okay. And junk food, fast foods or processed foods...well of course they're no good for you...But like everything in life, if you want to do it then "in moderation" is key. Too much of anything is never good for anyone.


7-16-08 age 37@Dx, T3N0M0 SCC 4.778cm tumor, left side of oral tongue, non smoker, casual drinker, I am the 4th in my family to have H&N cancer
8-13-08 left neck dissection and 40% of tongue removed, submandibular salivary gland & 14 nodes clean, no chemo, IMRTx35
11-4-08 Recovering & feeling better