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Oral Health, Cancer and Risks for Sepsis
Certain types of cancer and treatments for cancer can result in low blood counts that protect against infection. A weakened immune system puts one ... -
Protecting Your Toothbrush From Germs During Cancer Treatments
Why It Matters? Certain types of cancer treatments can weaken your immune system by causing low blood cell counts, including white blood cells tha... -
Get Your Free Copy Of "The Laryngectomee Guide"
Thanks to the support of Atos Medical, a free paperback copy of "The Laryngectomee Guide" by Dr. Itzhak Brooks is now available. A Laryngectomy is ... -
Cold Sores & Cancer Treatments
Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1). The Herpes Simplex Virus is contagious and can be passed ... -
THE ALLANA SMILES FOUNDATION dedicated to making a difference with dentistry
Side Effect Support is honored to introduce a wonderful organization called Allana Smiles. Many thanks to Adele Reische for contributing the follow... -
Should Foam Swabs Be Used For Oral Hygiene?
Foam swabs are a tool sometimes used for oral hygiene. This is especially true for those who need assistance because they are unable to adequately ... -
Could Your Choice of Dry Mouth Toothpaste Cause Tissue Irritation?
Biotene® Dry Mouth Fluoride Toothpaste, one of the most popular brands of toothpaste marketed specifically for those who suffer with dry mouth (xer... -
Relieving Side Effects of Cancer Treatments with Acupuncture
Side Effect Support LLC is so grateful to Brittany Schultz L.Ac., M.S. Ac., Dipl, Ac (NCCAOM) for contributing her expertise to this post. For addi... -
Dental Considerations for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Children with cancer can face many of the same oral side effects of treatments experienced by adults, such as dry mouth, mouth sores, and increased... -
Taste Changes and Miracle Fruit
Taste changes (Dysgeusia) are a common side effect of cancer treatments. Some may experience a metallic or chemical taste that causes food to beco... -
Understanding Trismus
Trismus is a condition where the muscles that control the opening and closing of the jaw become tight and rigid. The rigid muscles can make it dif... -
Thrush (Oral Candidiasis)
Oral Candidiasis, also called Thrush, is a fungal (yeast) infection of the mouth. Although its occurance is not limited to cancer patients, a weak...
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