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Palliative cancer care - oral problems - Management
Overview of management
Perform a full history and examination. Assess concurrent symptoms, psychological state, social needs, and spiritual needs. See the CKS topic on Palliative cancer care - general issues.
Refer or seek specialist advice if in doubt about the diagnosis or management of any oral problem, especially severe or recurrent symptoms.
Stress the importance of regular self care to prevent the development of general oral problems and complications after chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
The following oral problems may present and should be treated:
Manage symptoms in the terminal phase being sensitive to the needs of the person and their carers.
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