Constipation study for people with systemic sclerosis
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This study looks at why people with systemic sclerosis (a disease that can affect connective tissues) develop constipation. It will use special tests to measure how well the colon moves waste, and it may help doctors find better treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must have been diagnosed with systemic sclerosis and be experiencing constipation.
- If you have had a special marker test (Sitzmark) showing slow colon movement (more than 20% of markers left after 5 days) or have rectal hyposensitivity, you may qualify.
- You cannot have diarrhea as your main symptom—constipation should be your primary bowel problem.
- You can either not have started treatment for constipation yet, or have been on a stable treatment for at least 1 month without relief.
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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