Hydrogen-rich Water and Treatment of Mucositis Caused by Radiation Therapy in Head and Neck Cancer Patients

Hydrogen Rich Water to Mitigate Acute Mucositis During Radiation Therapy

This study explores the effects of hydrogen-rich water on alleviating the radiation-induced acute mucositis in head and neck cancer patients

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of a biopsy proven head and neck cancer, early or advanced stage, primary or recurrent tumor,
• Planning to receive daily fractionated radiotherapy for over 4 weeks' duration
• Karnofsky Performance Score (KPS) of at least 70
• Able to describe pain
• Able to swallow food and water
• Able to sign consent

Exclusion Criteria:

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