Gut bacteria and lymphedema with repeated infections
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study looks at the bacteria in your gut and how they relate to lymphedema (swelling) and repeated skin infections in the affected limb. It compares people who have many infections with those who have none, to better understand why some get infections and others don't.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with lymphedema (long-term swelling) in an arm or leg, either from birth or later in life.
- You have either had 3 or more skin infections (like cellulitis) in the swollen limb each year for the past 2 years, or you have had no infections in the last 2 years.
- You are willing to follow your doctor’s advice for compression and skin care.
- You have not taken antibiotics in the last 15 days.
- You do not have diabetes, a weakened immune system, or active cancer.
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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