The oral cavity will be smelly after radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal cancer, which is mostly caused by the low immune function of the body after radiotherapy and secondary bacterial infection in the oral cavity. The specific situation needs to go to the hospital for consultation, and the cause of the disease should be determined after complete examination under the guidance of doctor.
Radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal cancer will lead to the decrease of secretion function of glands of oral mucosa, resulting in dryness and ulceration of oral mucosa, which can lead to necrosis of normal tissues and purulent bacterial infection in serious cases, and after a large amount of corrosive substances are produced, halitosis is easy to appear.
After radiotherapy, pay attention to oral hygiene, rinse your mouth frequently and use fluoride toothpaste. If ulcers appear, you should use the rehabilitation of new mouthwash to gargle can promote the repair of mucosa. Diet needs to be lighter, less spicy and stimulating food, more outdoor exercise. At the same time, you should follow the doctor’s instructions for regular review.