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Radiation side effects with H&N cancer. When will they ever end?

Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Jun 9 5:32pm | Replies (177)
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Did you get sore throat i had 33 radiation treatment can't find anything to relieve this

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William Olsen, Volunteer Mentor | @hrhwilliam | Jun 9 5:32pm

@ban1952 It is common to have a sore throat after radiation, particularly in the first six months. Best recommendation is to gargle with warm salt water, perhaps a bit of baking soda added as well. Very painful sore throat where you cannot sleep, your GP or oncologist can get you a script for what is called Magic Mouthwash. This helps considerably but is not recommended long term.
It does take a long time to heal. i hope you are feeling better soon.

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