Heat pack treatment for skin sores from leishmaniasis
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether applying a heat pack to skin sores caused by cutaneous leishmaniasis can help treat them. It's for people who cannot take the standard medication or prefer a non-drug option.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 8 and 80 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with cutaneous leishmaniasis (a skin infection caused by a parasite).
- You have 3 or fewer skin sores, and each sore is smaller than 4 centimeters across.
- Your sores are at least 2 centimeters away from your nose, mouth, ears, or eyes.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a severe medical condition that weakens your immune system.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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