Vaginal Prasterone for menopause symptoms after breast cancer
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a vaginal insert of prasterone (a hormone) to see if it can relieve moderate to severe menopause symptoms like vaginal dryness or pain during sex in women who have had breast cancer. It may offer a new option for managing these symptoms safely.
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Who can take part
- You have had breast cancer that was completely removed by surgery.
- You are in menopause, either naturally or from cancer treatment.
- Your cancer has not spread to other parts of the body.
- You have moderate to severe vaginal or urinary symptoms from menopause.
- You have had a normal Pap smear in the past year.
- You are not currently on chemotherapy or tamoxifen.
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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