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Dry Mouth/Mouth Rests for Trismus after Radiotherapy

BioExtra is a range of products to help manage the symptoms of dry mouth.  The range consists of very mild toothpaste, no foam and no need to rinse the mouth; mouth rinse which helps prevent oral thrush; lozenges and non stick chewing gum to help stimulate saliva; gel spray that has a little fluoride and will keep the mouth moist for up to 8 hours.

Also available are mouth rests and super soft fingertip brushes and Nozil for dry noses.

All of the bioXtra range is available on prescription and can be bought over the counter.

For anyone associated with Let's Face It who would like to discuss their dry mouth problems or perhaps try some samples - all free - contact Fiona Ritchie on 07532 229485 or fiona@risproducts.co.uk

Also you can browse through the website at: www.risproducts.co.uk>

OWN BRAND  V BIG-NAME BRAND

There is little difference between big brand name medicines and own brand over the counter medicines.  The main difference being the price...

Tesco cold/ flu Max strength sachets £2.22 for 10

Big name brand £3.48 for the same amount

Tesco paracetamol is 15p for 500mg 16 pack

Big brand cost £1.95 for virtually the same

Need Financial Help?

Cancer BACUP and the Macmillan websites offer advice on benefits and entitlements

For information on Attendance Allowance or Disability Living Allowance

Tel: 0845 7 12 3456

(lo-call Rate)

OR

log onto:

www.dwp.gov.uk

TIP

For fast pain relief, instead of paying more for Ibuprofen Extra - take normal strength (which is cheaper) with a cup of coffee, caffeine will make it work much faster, no need to pay more for Ibuprofen Extra...

Radiance Skin Gel £16.50 (100ml)

A nourishing gel for damaged skin associated with radiotherapy, burns and excessive dryness

Helps prevent burning, weeping and soreness

Can be used during and after radiotherapy

Contains aloe vera, honey, royal jelly and essential oils of lavender, chamomile, rose and jasmine.  There are no metals in this product.

Short Cuts...

If you can't be bothered to make soup yet want something of that consistency, just put whatever you fancy as a sandwich etc., into the blender and add a "made-up cuppa soup", whiz until smooth, heat in pan or microwave.  Makes a 'proper' lunch without having to chew! You can add, salmon, tuna, avocado - anything that's not too fibrous. 

Eye Pad Problems...

Try under the cosmetic range in supermarkets and chemists.

Some of these pads come out pretty large and can be used to cover bigger defects.

Feeling Under The Weather?

Twinings have a new range of teas under their Moment of Calm range, including African Rooibos, Strawberry and Vanilla. These teas contain natural mood-boosting ingredients,  £1.35