Fecal transplant for constipation in Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a treatment called fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) can help relieve constipation in people with Parkinson's disease. FMT uses healthy donor stool to improve gut bacteria, which may ease constipation and possibly improve Parkinson's symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 to 75 years old and have Parkinson's disease.
- You have had two or more constipation symptoms (like hard stools, straining, or fewer than 3 bowel movements per week) for at least 6 months.
- You have been on the same dose of your Parkinson's and other mental health medications for at least the last month.
- You don't have a different Parkinson's-like condition, recent stroke, brain injury, weak immune system, or uncontrolled health issues.
- You haven't had abdominal surgery (except appendix, gallbladder, C-section, or hysterectomy) or used probiotics or antibiotics in the last month.
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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