Guest guest Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 As a nurse (I worked Onocology for many years) we would use several things for mouth sores; again, i was in oncology and chemo related mouth sores are probably somewhat different, but maybe this might help. If chancer (canker--not sure of spelling) sores are a problem, sometimes it was related to ibuprofen use and/or lack of vitamins. (I know Ibuprofen is contraindicated with PSC--at least that's what I've heard) We often used a good multivit for our patients. Another thing we would use (not on large sores--small chancer sores) was " Alum " crystals--I know this sounds strange, but you place one crystal on the small sore and hold it in place for approx 10-15 seconds. Tastes terrible, but then rinse with lukewarm water. It sort of cauterizes the small sore. (Old grandma remedy)I use it for my family. For serious mouth sores, we would use a solution called " BMX " --it was liquid Benadryl, Mylanta and Xylocaine--as a " swish and spit " or a 'swish and swallow " , depending upon how the doctor ordered it. It seemed to help our patients; I hope something will offer relief to any of you sufferring with mouth sores. AS ALWAYS, CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE TRYING ANY OF THESE ITEMS! Take care, Tammy (wife of Rick, age 48 yr, dx w/PSC 6/04) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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