BAD BREATH

Is anyone else experiencing really bad breath since starting chemo/radiation?  He can't use mouthwash because it burns his mouth and his gums bleed.  I read about the Magic Mouthwash; does it work?

My husband started using Magic Mouthwash when he was in Chemo (temodar during the 30 Radiation treatments) due to mouth sores and pain. His version included Lidocaine which provided relief from the pain. He used sugarless gum for any breath problems (Wrigley’s EXTRA Spearmint). He has been on and off of Magic Mouthwash as needed; back on it currently due to mouth pain (but he is not on any chemo at this time). Try it. It can’t hurt and you won’t know if it works unless you try it.

Thank you so much

yeah, my husband has this problem also,  we keep the mouthwash close!!

Phyllis:

I don't know about Magic Mouthwash, but DH had TERRIBLE  bad  breath when he was using Temodar.  Our dr recommended biotene. I cannot comment on whether it was effective because he wouldn't try it.

Laurie V

My dad also had horrible breath, but started using Therabreath and it helped right away. Also when you stop chemo it stops. Imagine that, stop eating poison and your breath smells better! who knew! :)

i had the same thing so i rinse my mouth a small amout of salt--i might to try very dilute --dental rinse--chlohexidine---i keep teeeth clean with baking soda---learn how to gargle with tongue not in mouth--make sure odor is not from nose and sinus

My husband tried the Magic Mouthwash - once.  LOL he HATED it.  The numbing action of it was a turn off.

Biotene is supposed to be good...

We also found that good ol' hydrogen peroxide (mixed with 50% water) works wonders.  (it also helps if he develops thrush)

Sarah

Even though your mind is focused on chemo/radiation treatment, dental infections make gums bleed and bad breath to occur. Check with your dentist and then have him or her check with your chemo doctor before dental treatment. Infections, coming from anywhere, are best taken care of quickly.

Bill  

THANKS I DO HAVE SOMEB BIOTENE IN THE BATHROOM BUT CHARLES WONT TAKE ANYTHING EITHER SAYS IT BURNS HIS MOUTH