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Palliative cancer care - oral problems - Management
How should I manage malodorous malignant oral ulcers?
- Ensure effective wound cleansing through regular mouth care.
- If anaerobic organisms are present (as indicated by a foul smell), metronidazole is recommended. Discuss the dose and length of treatment with a specialist. Long-term use of metronidazole may be appropriate in some people.
- For bleeding ulcers, seek the advice of a specialist.
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