Microbiota and Symptom Distress in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Receiving Radiotherapy
Oral Mucositis, Microbiota, Symptoms and Signs
About this trial
This is an interventional supportive care trial for Oral Mucositis focused on measuring head and neck cancer, mucositis, honey, Taiwanese green propolis, intelligent care, Microbiota, Symptoms distress
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- age≧20 years old diagnosed as head and neck cancer patients Plan to Receive radiation therapy Consciousness, ability to complete research assessment and willing to participate in research Patients can be communicated in Mandarin and Taiwanese, and complete the questionnaire on their own or with the help of researchers.
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of allergic to honey, propolis, various pollen, alcohol People with mental disorders or cognitive dysfunction Diabetes mellitus Critical of end of life patient
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Experimental
Experimental
Placebo Comparator
honey
propolis
control
Honey, 10 grams per pack, calories 33.4 calories, protein 0.05 grams, fat 0.07 grams, fructose + glucose 7.0 grams, sodium 0 mg. Usage is three times a day after three meals. After oral care is required before use, use 10 grams of longan honey, circulate in the oral cavity for at least 30 seconds, and slowly swallow. Do not eat, drink, or gargle within 30 minutes of use.
Oil-soluble green propolis, propolis 100 mg / mL, dilute green propolis 200 times with edible oil, drink 0.5 mL each time, 3 times a day (a total of 50 mg). Usage: three times a day, after three meals. After oral care is required before use, draw about 0.5ml of green propolis into the mouth, circulate in the oral cavity for at least 30 seconds, and slowly swallow. Do not eat, drink or gargle within 30 minutes of use.
Routine care to encourage oral care three times a day.