Mucositis is a painful inflammation and ulceration of the mucous membranes lining the digestive tract, usually as an adverse effect of chemotherapy or radiotherapy treatment for cancer.
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- Mucositis: Oral, Esophageal and Gastrointestinal Problems and Solutions Detailed information and advice from Cancer Supportive and Survivorship Care.
- Chemotherapy-Induced Oral Mucositis: eMedicine Detailed information on this condition which can occur anywhere along the digestive tract and which is further complicated by the nausea and vomiting that often occurs during treatment.
- NHS Choices: Mucositis Provides information on this condition that causes pain and inflammation in the lining of the digestive tract. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications and prevention.
- OncoLink: Mucositis Provides detailed information including an overview, signs and symptoms, prevention, treatment and pain control.