Thanks everyone for the different food suggestions, mouthwashes, etc. I am forwarding all that information to my SIL. He says that he has no problems swallowing...the unbearable pain starts when it first hits his stomach...opening is inflamed or ulcerated from radiation treatments. He does have the pain killer that someone here suggested that his doctor gave him but it's not working well enough to help him eat. He says sometimes even his salvia hurts. He was able to tolerate the clear broth but the pedialite burned horribly so he that's out...sending out the popcycles, etc. suggestions to them this morning...thanks everyone and my business is slow this week so I hope to search for more information on this site...it is great for patients and family members. My family really appreciates everyone's help.
take care, Brenda