Aromatherapy for taste and smell problems from chemo
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether aromatherapy can help improve taste and smell problems caused by chemotherapy. It is for people who are still undergoing chemotherapy and have noticed these side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are currently receiving chemotherapy for cancer
- You have changes in your sense of taste or smell
- You have not yet finished your chemotherapy treatment
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