Suggest foods to be taken after surgery for saliva gland cancer
Patient: I had surgery 3 weeks ago for Saliva gland cancer the Dr. took the entire roof of my mouth out I could not swollow pills I have been doing Liquid IBprofen and hydrocodone for about 6 weeks now. I have such terrible heart burn and found out today the milk is not good at all for coating and helping the situation. I don t know what to eat or what to do. Doctor: Thanks for your question on HCM. In my opinion you should eat following things. 1. Drink plenty of fluids.  Except milk. Drink fruit juice,  water, vegetable soups etc.2. Avoid hot, spicy and hard food.3. Take mashed, boiled food as it is easy to digest  and easy to chew.You can also consult dental surgeon for implants.  You can put implant in roof of cavity and can have normal chewing.For GERD avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.  Start proton pump inhibitor.