Acupuncture timing for dry mouth during head and neck cancer radiation
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether acupuncture can help prevent or reduce dry mouth caused by chemotherapy and radiation for head and neck cancer. You would receive acupuncture treatments at different times during your radiation to find the best schedule for protecting your saliva glands.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years or older
- You have mouth or throat cancer (or nasopharyngeal cancer) and are scheduled for radiation with chemotherapy
- You have not had radiation to the head or neck in the past
- You have no bleeding disorders and are not on blood thinners like warfarin or heparin
- You are not pregnant and will not become pregnant during the study
Quick eligibility check
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