Infection risk in obesity and type 2 diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at how obesity and type 2 diabetes affect your body's ability to fight infections. By joining, you'll help researchers understand why some people with these conditions get more infections, which could lead to better prevention and treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have obesity (BMI between 30 and 40) and type 2 diabetes.
- You are not currently taking antibiotics.
- You have not had a vaccination in the last two weeks.
- You do not have active cancer, blood disorders, severe immune problems, or a history of bariatric surgery.
- You are not pregnant and do not have alcohol or drug abuse issues.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study looks at how obesity and related conditions affect your body's ability to fight infections. It may help find ways to prevent illness in people with obesity.
This is an observational study that follows generally healthy adults to understand how inflammation, diabetes (type 2), and weight/metabolic health relate to each other. It may help researchers figure out why different groups (including different ethnic backgrounds) have different health risks.
This study looks at how gut bacteria and diet relate to obesity and type 2 diabetes in people living in New Caledonia. It may help find better ways to prevent or treat these conditions.
This Phase 2 study looks at the gut microbiome (the bacteria in your intestines) in youth with type 1 diabetes, and how metformin may work differently through the gut. It may help researchers understand mechanisms and future treatment options.
This study looks at whether certain antibodies in your blood are linked to obesity. By participating, you may help researchers understand why some people struggle with weight, which could lead to better treatments.
This study looks at how inflammation affects heart disease and diabetes. It may help find new ways to prevent or treat these conditions.
Hear when a new Obesity trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.