MY wife broke her leg a couple of weeks ago and is in a plaster. We are due to go on holiday abroad soon and are travelling by plane. Is she able to travel with her leg in plaster?

It’s best to check with your travel operator or airline.

Most airlines will allow you to fly but only 48 hours after your plaster cast has been fitted.

This is because there’s a risk of swelling after a plaster cast is first fitted.

If her leg is in a plaster cast and she can bend her knee, she will be able to sit in a normal seat. If the plaster cast covers her knee, she won’t be able to bend it, so you’ll need to make special seating arrangements with your airline.

Give them plenty of notice. If your wife needs a wheelchair to get around the airport and to board the plane, tell your airline as soon as possible.

They can arrange for a wheelchair to meet you at both ends of your journey. There is usually no additional charge for this service.

If your wife is using crutches to support her weight, you need to tell your airline.

Most airlines will let you take your crutches on the plane but they’ll need to be stored in the hold during the flight.

MY two-year-old still insists on having a bottle of milk at bedtime. Will this damage his teeth?

Teeth are at most risk at night because there is less saliva in the mouth to protect them.

Water is the best drink to give at bedtime, but if you do give milk, don't add anything to it.

Chocolate-flavoured drinks and milkshake powder usually contain sugars, which will increase the risk of decay.

You could try swapping the bottle for a cup or reducing the amount of milk, they are given each night over a period of time until they are weaned off it.

Maybe he could have milk before his teeth are brushed?

What is Mucositis?

Mucositis is a condition characterised by pain and inflammation of the body's mucous membrane, the soft layer of tissue lining the digestive system from the mouth to the anus. The condition a relatively common side effect of chemotherapy. It's also sometimes caused by radiotherapy.

Mucositis commonly comes in two forms, oral mucositis and Gastrointestinal mucositis.

• Oral mucositis - The symptoms of oral mucositis usually begin five to 10 days after starting chemotherapy, or 14 days after starting radiotherapy. The tissue inside your mouth will feel sore, and It's also likely you will develop white patches or ulcers on the lining of your mout. In some cases the patches and ulcers can appear on your tongue and lips.

• Gastrointestinal mucositis - The symptoms of gastrointestinal mucositis normally occur 14 days after you start your chemotherapy or radiotherapy, and they include diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, nausea and bloating.

Your GP can make a diagnosis of mucositis upon disclosure of your symptoms and after a physical examination. It is important to contact your doctor urgently if on chemotherapy, radiotherapy or you have been advised by your doctor that your immune system is not working.

There is no single treatment for mucositis. A combination of medications are stringent self help tips work best to successfully rid yourself of the condition. For cases of oral symptoms, it is important to adhere to high levels of oral hygiene, and alter you eating habits to avoid pain from any oral ulcers you may have. Changes in eating habits include eating moist food, warm food instead of hot food and avoiding spicy, acidic foods. For pain relief in milder cases, medication such as paracetamol or aspirin may be recommended. For more severe cases, codeine may be prescribed by your GP. To help control pain associated with rectal ulcers and bleeding, a specialist medication can be prescribed to numb the area and reduce pain.