Olive oil swish: a simple soother for cancer mouth pain?

NCT ID NCT07293013

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether gargling with olive oil can reduce painful mouth sores caused by radiation or chemotherapy in head and neck cancer patients. About 120 adults will either use olive oil mouthwash or receive standard care for 12 weeks. Researchers will track soreness, dry mouth, pain, comfort, and quality of life to see if this natural remedy helps.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms stomatitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chiayi Christian Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Chiayi City, Chia-Yi City, 60002, Taiwan

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••