No doubt the term once referred to the bar of soap Puritan mothers inserted into children's mouths in an effort to clean up their language - of course, I have no first-hand knowledge of such a practice. Regardless, the term has entered my rapidly increasing medical lexicon by way of a prescribed liquid that may or may not help sooth the canker sores, etc. brought on by my current course of cancer-fighting medication. Here's a list of ingredients as ordered by my oncologist:
Interestingly, the resulting concoction tastes very similar to those little cinnamon hearts that are so popular around Valentine's Day. While not quite in the category of gourmet yummy, it is pleasant enough to take. Must be careful not to eat or drink anything - including water - for at least an hour after taking it. Also can't brush my teeth of a similar length of time. So it will require some careful planning on my part re timing of doses which can be up to four times each day. When the sores are present, I swish and gargle a teaspoon of the stuff before spitting it out. Given the list of ingredients, I'm not sure I want to be swallowing more of it than necessary.
If said mouthwash can work magic on the side effects, I wonder if I will also be able to pull a fluffy little bunny out of my mouth, er, hat. With Easter fast approaching, that might be one way to ensure I'm the recipient of some fine chocolate eggs!
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