Xerostomia and mucositis can cause serious discomfort to the patient and interfere with eating, talking and swallowing. You can help by advising your patient to avoid certain foods and drinks like:

• Caffeinated, carbonated or alcoholic drinks
• Acidic foods and drinks
• Dry, coarse, crunchy or hard foods
• Spicy foods
Instead, recommend water, milk, and soft, moist foods with simple textures and mild flavors.