Nil by mouth
Article Abstract:
A case study of a patient who receives no food or drink by mouth and has total parenteral nutrition at home is presented. The patient manages her treatment very well, but feels that losing control of her eating function has caused her to lose control of a large part of her life.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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How it feels to be nil by mouth
Article Abstract:
The experiences of patients who are unable to have any sustenance by mouth are presented. It is suggested that nursing staff and others can sometimes be insensitive to the great cravings for food and drink that can be suffered by these patients.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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Cevimeline (Evoxac) for dry mouth
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The FDA has approved cevimeline for the treatment of dry mouth caused by Sjogren's syndrome, as well as radiation-induced dry mouth in patients with head and neck cancer. It is sold under the trade name Evoxac.
Publication Name: Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0025-732X
Year: 2000
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