Probiotics for Colon Cancer Patients During Chemo
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a probiotic supplement during chemotherapy can help people with stage III colon cancer. The goal is to see if probiotics improve how well the treatment works or reduce side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with stage III colon cancer.
- You are currently receiving chemotherapy for your colon cancer.
- You do not have an allergy to probiotics.
- You do not have other stomach or bowel conditions (like ulcers, irritable bowel, or Crohn's disease) or a history of non-colon gastrointestinal cancer.
- You have not had major diet changes or unexpected weight loss/gain in the past 6 months.
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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