Ear nerve stimulation for dry eye with blocked oil glands
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This trial tests a gentle nerve stimulation device placed on the ear to see if it can improve dry eye symptoms caused by blocked oil glands. It may offer a new, drug-free option for relief.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have dry eye disease caused by blocked oil glands in your eyelids.
- You do not have a history of depression, tumors, thyroid disease, diabetes, or heart disease.
- You have never had ear, nose, or throat surgery.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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