Mucositis is an acute inflammation of the oral mucosa because of radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy. All patients receiving radiotherapy in the head and neck region develop oral mucositis. The aim ...

Treatment with ATL-104 substantially reduced the median duration of severe oral mucositis (WHO grade 3 or 4) compared with placebo (median duration: ATL-104 groups 2 or 3 days, placebo 10.5 days).

The oral cavity is a complex environment composed of tissues with different origins, structures, and functions. Moreover, a myriad of commensal bacteria, fungi, and viruses populate the mucosa ...

Oropharyngeal mucositis may be a distressing side effect of chemotherapy and irradiation. This comprehensive review offers recommendations to reduce symptoms and improve functioning.

PHILADELPHIA, May 16, 2008 – New data show that CAPHOSOL® (www.caphosol.com), an advanced electrolyte solution, relieves painful oral mucositis (OM) and improves quality of life for cancer ...

Can Mucositis Lead to Other Complications, and How Should They Be Addressed in Chemotherapy Patients? If left untreated, mucositis can lead to severe complications, such as: ...

Last Friday, Soligenix (OTC BB:SNGX) held an analyst moderated conference with investors to discuss the potential of its lead candidate SGX942 for oral mucositis (OM) Stephen T. Sonis, DMD, DMSc ...

Mucositis is a challenging side effect of chemotherapy that can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life. Awareness of its symptoms, causes, and management options is crucial for ...

Mucositis, a common side effect of chemotherapy, has garnered media attention recently. It could be seen in 15-20% of patients receiving chemotherapy for their breast cancer treatment.

Mucositis can greatly affect a person’s quality of life during treatment because it can cause significant discomfort. Doctors often manage it by recommending special mouthwashes, ...

Hina Khan’s fight with mucositis during cancer treatment: Watch out for these signs; know remedies, treatment, prevention tips for chemotherapy’s hidden agony Hina Khan’s fight against ...