Cold and artificial saliva to prevent mouth sores from chemo
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether using cold packs on the mouth and artificial saliva can help prevent painful mouth sores that chemotherapy sometimes causes.
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Who can take part
- You are about to start or are currently receiving chemotherapy.
- You do not have mouth sores or oral mucositis right now.
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You are not receiving radiation therapy along with chemotherapy.
- You are willing to take part in the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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