Unusual side effect

[MJCA]

Hi fellow Warriors,

I’m My oncologist has me on a new double therapy of Tecentric (infusion) and a oral chemo pill called Cabometyx

I am experiencing a sore tongue all the time. When I eat certain foods, my tongue starts burning I only eat soft food; something crunchy makes my tongue hurt even more. I have spoken to my Palliative Care doctor and he really has no ideas. I can’t even brush my teeth because the toothpaste my tongue. I know there is flavorless toothpaste available, and I am buying some.

Thanks

Mark

[j-o-h-n]

From uncle Google.

Cabometyx side effects: What you should know:

ORAL (MOUTH) CARE

Certain medications used to

treat cancer may cause mouth

problems such as:

• Canker sores

• Gum or mouth pain

• Infections in your mouth or gums

• Burning sensation of the tongue

• Red, swollen, or bleeding gums

• Change in how things taste

TIPS FOR ORAL CARE

Do

• Discuss plans for dental procedures

with your healthcare team

• See your dentist regularly and tell them

about the treatments you are taking

• Brush teeth regularly after each meal

with a soft toothbrush and children’s

toothpaste

• Floss your teeth at least once a day

• Keep your lips moisturized with a

lip balm

• Check your mouth 2 times a day.

• Look for small cuts, ulcers, sores,

redness, swelling, or blood

Remember AIM and call your

doctor or nurse right away if

you notice anything unusual.

TIPS FOR ORAL CARE

(CONT’D)

Do

• Rinse your mouth regularly with

salt and baking soda mixture if you

experience sores or dryness. Add

1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of

baking soda to 1 quart of warm water;

stir or shake well. Sip the solution,

swish it around and gently gargle,

and then spit it out. Do not swallow!

Avoid

• Using mouthwash made with alcohol

If you experience mouth pain

Do

• Suck on ice chips or ice pops

• Drink through a straw

• Talk to your oncology doctor about

over-the-counter medications that

can be used for the pain

• Eat soft foods that can be

swallowed easily

Avoid

• Hard, crusty, salty, sticky, sugary,

or spicy foods

• Fruits or juices that are acidic, such

as tomatoes, oranges, grapefruits,

limes, and lemons.

I hate using this expression "I FEEL YOUR PAIN" but have to use it right now.

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n

[MJCA in reply to j-o-h-n]

Thanks to you and Uncle Google.