Diet
Felt a small lump in my throat, like a sore throat was about to start. So, I stopped taking oily and spicy food to avoid it from getting worse. My mouth, tongue and throat were more sensitive. Everything with chilli tasted super hot! Aftertaste seemed to be enhanced, especially after having fish and garlicy food. I was still having rice but my fish and veggies were boiled, steamed or stir-fried. Guava after meals seemed to help with the aftertaste. I also started taking Ensure for more nutrient. Still on crackers, fruits and also breads/buns for nausea snacking. Water started to taste different too, probably due to the enhanced aftertaste but I made sure I took 8-10 glass of water everyday. Eat and drink seemed to be like a work.
Oral Care
Since a sore throat was about to start, I began gargling with Difflam-C Solution that was prescribed by Dr Azrif. But it was too strong and would leave my tongue feeling numb. So, I alternated it with Normal Saline. I brushed my teeth after every meal, to keep it clean and it helped to get rid of the aftertaste. I also started using electric toothbrush because the head is smaller and the bristles are softer. Normal toothbrush wasn't suitable anymore since my mouth was more sensitive thus prone to bleeding. To manage sore throat and ulcer, I began taking UMF 15 Manuka Honey as advised by Singapore's NPC Online Support Group. Actually it's suffice to take UMF 10 or 12 but I could only find UMF 15 from Elken. Anyways, I believe it has greatly helped me in preventing ulcer in the mouth, Alhamdulillah. I don't really like honey and this one is really thick! According to the support group, take a teaspoon (wooden or plastic, metal will kill the nutrient) then hold and spread it around the inside of the mouth before it is swallowed and don't drink or wash the mouth for at least 10 minutes. Hmmm, gag much? It sure felt like it! :) But since it has proven to be good, I am now at my fifth and final bottle. I took it after every meal (about 4-5 times per day) and at least once a day now.
Skin Care
Continued the same ritual; cold water, wet towel and Bio-Oil!
Oral Exercise
Still talked loudly :)
Energy
Slightly weaker than previous week and preferred to stay home.
TheEmoBit
Finally, I accepted that it's OK to be weak, let go and let myself to be helped and taken care. So, I went back to my old relaxed self but when the lump in the throat appeared, I started getting anxious about the side effects. Just liked I was told, things will get worst beginning Week 3. But, I psyched myself; I'll cross the bridge when I reach it and meantime I need to get used to the new ritual!
Felt a small lump in my throat, like a sore throat was about to start. So, I stopped taking oily and spicy food to avoid it from getting worse. My mouth, tongue and throat were more sensitive. Everything with chilli tasted super hot! Aftertaste seemed to be enhanced, especially after having fish and garlicy food. I was still having rice but my fish and veggies were boiled, steamed or stir-fried. Guava after meals seemed to help with the aftertaste. I also started taking Ensure for more nutrient. Still on crackers, fruits and also breads/buns for nausea snacking. Water started to taste different too, probably due to the enhanced aftertaste but I made sure I took 8-10 glass of water everyday. Eat and drink seemed to be like a work.
Oral Care
Since a sore throat was about to start, I began gargling with Difflam-C Solution that was prescribed by Dr Azrif. But it was too strong and would leave my tongue feeling numb. So, I alternated it with Normal Saline. I brushed my teeth after every meal, to keep it clean and it helped to get rid of the aftertaste. I also started using electric toothbrush because the head is smaller and the bristles are softer. Normal toothbrush wasn't suitable anymore since my mouth was more sensitive thus prone to bleeding. To manage sore throat and ulcer, I began taking UMF 15 Manuka Honey as advised by Singapore's NPC Online Support Group. Actually it's suffice to take UMF 10 or 12 but I could only find UMF 15 from Elken. Anyways, I believe it has greatly helped me in preventing ulcer in the mouth, Alhamdulillah. I don't really like honey and this one is really thick! According to the support group, take a teaspoon (wooden or plastic, metal will kill the nutrient) then hold and spread it around the inside of the mouth before it is swallowed and don't drink or wash the mouth for at least 10 minutes. Hmmm, gag much? It sure felt like it! :) But since it has proven to be good, I am now at my fifth and final bottle. I took it after every meal (about 4-5 times per day) and at least once a day now.
Skin Care
Continued the same ritual; cold water, wet towel and Bio-Oil!
Oral Exercise
Still talked loudly :)
Energy
Slightly weaker than previous week and preferred to stay home.
TheEmoBit
Finally, I accepted that it's OK to be weak, let go and let myself to be helped and taken care. So, I went back to my old relaxed self but when the lump in the throat appeared, I started getting anxious about the side effects. Just liked I was told, things will get worst beginning Week 3. But, I psyched myself; I'll cross the bridge when I reach it and meantime I need to get used to the new ritual!
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