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Mucositis
Whole GI tract from mouth to rectum is susceptible
Mild mouth complaints to severe bloody diarrhea
Breakdown of the mucosal barrier is portal of entry for the infectious agents
Treatment
• Keep mouth clean wit saline or other mouthwashes
• Topical or systemic anesthetics
• Antibiotics
• Parenteral nutrition
19-9-2017