Mouth Sores from chemo: When do they go away?

Hello! I was diagnosed 10 years ago with endometrial cancer (Stage III) and had surgery and chemo and pelvic radiation. Three years later the cancer had metastasized to my lungs. Another round of chemo and various targeted radiations have followed. Ever since the first chemo, I have had mouth sores. Ever since trying L Glutamine I am essentially free of them, as it also works (for me) as a preventive when I begin to feel one coming. While the 'magic' solution gives some relief for a brief time, I found I did not need it with the capsules of L Glutamine, as the sores would go away overnight or by day 2, and, I learned to prevent them (only taking when I felt them coming on). I hope people will try it for themselves!

About the honey. It has been used for millennia to heal burns. Honey is high in antioxidants, the darker the honey the higher the antioxidant content. If you are currently on chemotherapy you should avoid raw honey as it can contain botulins.

From others who've used it during radiation, I read that a tablespoon before and another right after radiation helps prevent or mitigate esophagitis.

Hi @mkathryn Welcome to Connect! It sounds like you have personal experience with the dreaded mouth sores than can come about from chemo. Thank you for sharing the information about L Glutmine capsules. Wish I’d known about that a few years ago.
I’m happy you joined the forum. We have so many wonderful support groups here. To help introduce you to others who have a similar history, may I ask about your cancer diagnosis?

Did you try these mouth rinses?
Colgate Peroxyl Antiseptic Mouthwash and Mouth Sore Rinse, 1.5% Hydrogen Peroxide, Mild Mint - 500ml, 16.9 Fluid Ounces
Biotène Oral Rinse Mouthwash for Dry Mouth, Breath Freshener and Dry Mouth Treatment, Fresh Mint - 33.8 FL oz

Biotene worked for me during chemo-

My infusion nurse suggested L Glutamine capsules (500 mg) and these have worked fantastically. I still get them long after chemo, but when I feel them coming I take the L Glutamine and it prevents them. They are also available in powder form to mix with water. Good luck. Totally worked for me.

I have seen other discussions on this forum that recommended "Healios" its a mouth rinse you buy on Amazon. Some users swear by it. I have not tried it. But if you use the search at the top you can see what others have said about it.

I used Prevention Mouth Rinse when I got the sores. Seemed like it helped to get rid of the sores quick. I didn't get them after every treatment but when you do, is not a good feeling. Best to all.

Thanks for replying. I will have my husband get me some local honey and give it a try.
Donna

If I remember correctly, I just ate about a teaspoon a couple times a day. Also applied a bit to my lips. People say local honey is best for your immune system, but I don’t know how much that would matter in this case.

I sincerely hope this works for you.
Cindy

So how do you administer the honey. I’m willing to try it. My mouth and throat are so so sore. Appreciate any input you can give me.