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    GlossaryOral Mucositis

    painful mouth inflammation often from cancer treatments

    Oral mucositis is a painful inflammation and ulceration of the mucous membranes lining the mouth, often occurring as a side effect of chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer. It can lead to difficulty in eating, speaking, and increased risk of infection, significantly impacting a patient's quality of life and potentially requiring medical intervention to manage symptoms.

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