Bromelain vs Steroid Cream for Canker Sores
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests if a natural enzyme (bromelain) works better than standard steroid creams for treating canker sores. You may join if you have a new ulcer that started within the last 2 days.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with recurrent aphthous stomatitis (canker sores).
- Your current mouth ulcer started within the last 48 hours.
- You do not have blood disorders, stomach or gut problems, Behcet's disease, or other major health conditions.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have not used any treatment for this current ulcer yet.
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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