Protein drink for mouth sores from radiation therapy
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special protein drink can help prevent or reduce mouth sores caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. If you are getting radiation to the mouth area, this drink might help you eat better and feel better during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth, throat, or voice box.
- Your cancer has not spread to other parts of the body.
- You are scheduled to receive radiation therapy to the head and neck area.
- You are able to eat or take nutrition through a feeding tube.
- You are willing to follow standard mouth care guidelines during radiation.
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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