Heat therapy for skin sores from leishmaniasis
Part of Infections, Injuries & trauma, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests if using heat therapy (thermotherapy) in local clinics is a good way to treat skin sores caused by leishmaniasis. It may be an option for people with a few small sores not on the face or near sensitive areas.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 60 years old
- You have 4 or fewer skin sores from leishmaniasis (a parasite infection)
- Each sore measures 4 cm or less across its widest part
- Sores are not on your ear, nose, eyes, lips, or near moist body openings
- You are able to give written permission to join the study
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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