Dry eye study of the eye microbiome and immune system
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial looks at how changes in the eye’s normal germs (microbiome) and the immune response may relate to dry eye. It may help researchers better understand what drives symptoms and how to improve care.
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Who can take part
- You are able and willing to sign the consent form
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have not taken antibiotics by mouth or through the skin for the past 3 months
- You have not used antibiotic eye drops for the past 3 months
- You have not had eye surgery in the past 3 months
- Using moisturizing eye drops is allowed (including Lacrycon and similar drops)
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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