Magic to do

Today I had my first Xeloda/Avastin side effects, other than the fatigue that I've tried to manage by being active and some nausea that I've managed with meds. My gums are sore and there are a few cracks that are painful when eating/drinking. I've also really lost my voice, which happened last Fall when I was on Avastin.

So I called into Dr. T's office and after a couple brief conversations, the NP is recommending Magic Mouthwash. Magic Mouthwash? Apparently, it's a thing. Although when I go to the pharmacy to pick it up (and it isn't ready), the pharmacist looks a little stressed and tells me that it is a compound that she has to mix and I should come back in an hour.

The lidocaine completely numbs my tongue and I have to say, it's a weird feeling. I think the description below says it all.