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JAK2 Mutation - Effects and Questions

Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Jun 19 5:59am | Replies (303)
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I do get peeling on the inner aspect of my lower lip and small pinpoint areas on my tongue. This happens intermittently. The dentist isn’t sure the cause . My chemo doctor thinks it maybe an allergic reaction. My platelets are in normal range. For that I am happy.

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nononcents | @nononcents | Nov 18, 2023

@ger63
I have no clue. Try asking your pharmacist. He/she may have to do some research for you.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Nov 18, 2023

Hi @ger63. With the peeling of your lower lip and pinpoint areas on your tongue, do you by any chance use a whitening toothpaste? This may cause similar reactions if you have a sensitivity to some of the ingredients, causing sloughing of the tissue and irritation to the tongue. Try using a children’s non-mint toothpaste for a couple of weeks to see if it makes a difference.

Another option is to make a paste out baking soda and water. It’s not very tasty but it does a good job cleaning your teeth and it’s not irritating.

Finishing up after each meal with a saltwater rinse may help sooth your tongue and mucous. Dissolve 1/4 tsp salt in a cup of lukewarm water. Rinse for 30 seconds and spit. Repeat a couple of times.

Do any certain foods seem to bring this on, such as tomatoes or anything salty/spicy or acidic?

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