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
● Spicy foods
● Dry, coarse, crunchy or hard foods

Instead, recommend water, milk, and soft, moist
foods with simple textures and mild flavors.